US celebrations of everything from watermelons to mangos

Friday, 02 May, 2007 0

The summer’s top 20 events compiled by the Southeast Tourism Society include everything from Fourth of July celebrations to a fruit fair celebrating mangos. Some highlights:

  • The laser show spectacular and a traditional fireworks display highlight this Stone Mountain event celebrating its 40th year at Stone Mountain, Ga.
  • The 4th on the most largely populated US Army base features live music, cannon firing and parachute demonstrations culminated by a spectacular fireworks display at Fort Bragg, N.C.
  • A family oriented festival celebrating the water and the quality of life in Beaufort, S.C. through air and water shows, a sailing regatta, a lowcountry supper and other events.
  • Over 200 quilts displayed by local artists, demonstrations, vendors and a special program by international Quilt and Fabric Designer Johanna Wilson at Hot Springs, Ark.
  • Live music, kid’s activities, contests and more in a celebration of the Mango and other tropical fruits in Cape Coral, Fla.
  • The Georgia Mountain Fair, a 12-day landmark event for the mountain community of Hiawassee that has become an annual tradition for many visitors.  Musical performances, agriculture and antique shows and the Miss Georgia Fair pageant are held in an event of wide appeal.

Report by David Wilkening



 

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