Update: Get Ready for the Mayor’s Fourth of July Big Bang Celebration

Media Advisory

When:   Thursday, June 17, at 10 a.m.                      

What:    July 4th Big Bang Celebration Preview

Where:  Corpus Christi City Hall, Council Chambers

              1201 Leopard Street, 78401

              First Floor

Who:     Mayor Paulette M. Guajardo

              John Garcia, CC Food Truck Summerfest

              Martin Longoria, Chairman, Mayor’s Council on Veteran Affairs      

              Kevin Quesada, Lieutenant, Corpus Christi Police Department

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – Preparations are underway for the Mayor’s 44th Annual Big Bang Fourth of July Firework Show by presenting sponsor H-E-B. The night-time starbursts will take place Sunday, July 4, at 9:30 p.m. along the City’s bayfront!

“I’m excited to be bringing back the Mayor’s Fourth of July Big Bang Celebration & Fireworks Show! I want to invite all of our residents to join my family and me for a great Independence Day Celebration along our gorgeous bayfront,” said Mayor Paulette M. Guajardo.

Before the big show, there will be family fun activities taking place at The Water’s Edge, along with a patriotic ceremony at Sherrill Veterans Memorial Park. Please join us as we detail all the day’s events and safety information.

The public can view the briefing live on any of the following communication channels:

Facebook: @citygov

YouTube: CCTVCorpusChristi

CCTV20: Spectrum Channel 1300, Grande Channel 20, AT&T Uverse Channel 99

The Mayor’s Fourth of July Big Bang Celebration is a FREE community event funded entirely by generous sponsors and operated by volunteers. We appreciate you helping make this event a success!

For more information, media representatives can contact Public Information Manager Robert Gonzales at 361-826-3233 or by email at robertg8@cctexas.com