Drive-In Light Show a Surefire Success

Drive-In Light Show a Surefire Success

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The Town of Vegreville’s Canada Day Fireworks Show was a huge success.

Phil Rowe, Community Services Director for the Town of Vegreville, said there around 450 vehicles parked in the fairgrounds for the fireworks that got underway at 11 pm sharp.

“It couldn’t have gone any better,” said Rowe, who tipped his hat to Vegreville Fire Chief Chris Jardine and his crew of 13 firefighters, along with the town’s five summer students who volunteered their time to help make the event run smoothly.

“It was perfectly executed,” added Rowe, who received many positive comments about the first-ever drive-in event that lasted exactly 9 minutes and 20 seconds. The fireworks were completed in rapid succession which made for a loud and exciting time for the boisterous spectators who cheered and clapped during the show. Many participants showed their appreciation at the end by honking their horns while departing the fairgrounds.

Rowe said the fairgrounds was an ideal location for the event and wanted to extend his heartfelt gratitude to members of the Vegreville Agricultural Society who provided the venue free of charge to the town. He felt for safety reasons and the enjoyment of spectators, the fairgrounds was a much better venue for the fireworks.

Hundreds of people took advantage of the beautiful evening on Canada Day to enjoy the fireworks in Vegreville. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

Livestreaming of the event was also a huge hit with residents as there were 4,000 views of the fireworks. Rowe said it was neat for people to be able to watch live video footage of the event from the comfort and security of their patio decks.

“I’m glad Mother Nature cooperated for a while and thanks to all the volunteers, and town council for supporting the fireworks this year.”

Rowe said he was told Vegreville was only one of five communities in Alberta to have a fireworks show this year. It was the third year the town has put on the fireworks. “I’m glad we could put it on for the town and keep the Canadian spirit going.”