Fireworks have always been fascinating to both young and old, regardless of what part of the world people are from. The captivating lights and booming aerial explosions have awed people throughout history and in Naples, Florida; you too can be captured by the centuries-old tradition of the fireworks display.
But before we tell you how you can catch this amazing evening display, let’s first take a little refresher lesson in history, let’s again take a look at how these beautiful and vivid spectacle began in the first place.
It is believed that the discovery of fireworks began with the discovery began quite by accident more than 2,000 years ago in ancient China when a Chinese cook who was working on a field kitchen, accidentally mixed a few ingredients commonly found in the kitchen of that time, namely charcoal, sulfur and saltpeter. When they tested it, they found that this new mix has the ability to explode; and thus, the first ever fireworks display happened.
Fireworks, and later gunpowder, has such a long and deep history that would be too much for this article to cover, but fast forward hundreds of years later in the newly independent United States of America, Founding Father John Adams dreamed of having fireworks at the signing of The Declaration of Independence. And, in July 4, 1777, this historic and momentous occasion was celebrated by much pomp, music, parade and fireworks. And from then on, every Fourth of July, the country celebrates it the way John Adams wanted it, which is with fireworks display.
And in New Year’s, it has been a tradition to welcome the New Year with a bang. Many ancient cultures from different parts of the world had long held beliefs that loud noise and banging can keep evil spirits away from any house or village and that’s where the people from the modern times got the tradition of making noise through fireworks as a way of keeping the bad things away and inviting in good luck.
Now, it’s a great thing that you can see awesome fireworks on both of these occasions when you’re in Naples, Florida. Simply go to the Naples Pier Beach and get your chairs and blankets ready for an awesome evening of colorful lights and sounds.
The fireworks display for both Fourth of July and New Year’s will be presented near the Naples Pier. Residents can choose any spot they desire along the City beach from Lowdermilk Park southward. Any spot you choose should be a good view as the fireworks can be seen all along the Naples beach. Bringing and using your own fireworks is prohibited due to safety reasons. The government of Naples together with a private sponsor will make sure to bring you the best shows for you to be able to enjoy.
Parking areas will be scarce and limited due to the massive crowds that will be out for the event so we suggest for you to come early. Both shows start at 7:30pm and last for 30 minutes, with schedules varying depending on the announcements.“No Parking” areas will be strictly enforced. We recommend the public parking in the Third Street South area.
