Tips for attending Red Hot and Boom

Red Hot & Boom is an annual Independence Day event presented by the City of Altamonte Springs and XL 106.7 at Cranes Roost Park in Uptown Altamonte. The crowd is expected to be in excess of 100,000 people.

Known for serving up chart-topping hits from some of the hottest internationally known recording artists, Red Hot & Boom has a tradition of hosting bands and performers considered to be on the rise. Household names like ‘N Sync, Neon Trees, Hot Chelle Rae and Mat Kearney have all graced the stage in Cranes Roost Park.

This year’s lineup includes the world-famous Jonas Brothers, along with Chris Wallace, MKTO and more.

Getting there and getting home

Careful planning will pay off when it comes to getting to Red Hot & Boom and will result in a smooth ride home.  People driving to the event should find a place to park in the direction they need to go when they leave. Traffic will be restricted on some streets close to the start of the fireworks show, and some streets will have one-way traffic after the event to help speed the flow of traffic.  Visit http://uptownaltamonte.com/files/2013041914265505.pdf for traffic notes and tips for an easy ride home. For those who live nearby, walking is a great option.

Red Hot & Boom will take place on July 3 – regardless of the weather. Storms can cause the fireworks to be delayed, but the show will go on.  Emergency service providers, including the Altamonte Springs Police Department, Seminole County Fire Department, Seminole County Sheriff’s Department and other agencies have plans in place to deal with the threat of severe weather. Heat can also take its toll, and people are strongly urged to stay hydrated. First aid tents will be staffed by fire and paramedic crews to deal with medical issues.

Fireworks extravaganza  

Red Hot & Boom has a reputation for putting on the BIGGEST AND BEST fireworks show in Central Florida, and this year will be no different. The fireworks show is scheduled to begin at 9:30 pm(weather permitting). The show, produced by Pyro Shows Inc. is choreographed to both today’s hits and patriotic favorites. The music is simulcast on XL 106.7 FM.  More than 10,000 fireworks will be used in the 25 minute show.

The first band takes the stage shortly after 4:00 pm and the final artist doesn’t wrap up until after the fireworks show. This year’s lineup features Jonas Brothers, Chris Wallace, MKTO, Melissa Gorga, Stefano, Nikki Williams and the winner of XL 106.7’s “Next Big Thing” contest.

For more information, please visit http://uptownaltamonte.com/

Uptown Altamonte is an urban lifestyle center in the heart of Altamonte Springs. It’s a place to live, play, shop, dine, work and celebrate – all in one location. Situated on 25 acres surrounding beautiful Cranes Roost Lake, Uptown Altamonte offers high rise condominium and luxury apartment living, professional offices, an array of restaurants, a movie theater, and shopping options that range from boutiques to the upscale Altamonte Mall. Every day, both residents and visitors can be found walking or jogging the boardwalk around the lake, enjoying an outdoor lunch or taking in one the many festivals or family events held here.  Visithttp://uptownaltamonte.com/or call 407-571-8863 to learn more about upcoming events.