THE FORD FIREWORKS TO COLOR THE DETROIT SUMMER SKYLINE ON JUNE 24

The Ford Fireworks is set for a stunning summer show over the Detroit River on Monday, June 24 at 10 p.m. In its 66th edition, this brilliant fireworks display will drench the Detroit skyline in color and attract hundreds of thousands of spectators to downtown Detroit. The Ford Fireworks, produced by The Parade Company, is recognized as one of the largest and most magnificent shows in America and broadcast live on WDIV-Local 4.

“The Ford Fireworks inspires awe and excitement in Detroit and well beyond with a magnificent fireworks display lighting up a truly iconic American skyline,” said Tony Michaels, president & CEO, The Parade Company. “We are once again honored and privileged to work with the amazing team at Ford Motor Company to bring the people of Detroit and our region this incredible event for the 66th year.”

“Ford is proud to be a longtime partner of The Parade Company and to support one of the most cherished events of the summer,” said Mary Culler, president, Ford Motor Company Fund. “We look forward to bringing everyone together again to celebrate and honor America, our great city and the people and communities that make Detroit so special.”

As producers of the Ford Fireworks, The Parade Company selects the musical arrangement and works exclusively with Zambelli Fireworks to create the world-class display made up of more than 10,000 pyrotechnic effects that are visible for miles along the Detroit River. This year’s show – themed “Color the Sky with Sunshine” – is once again free and open to the public with amazing views from Hart Plaza, Belle Isle, and beyond.

Limited tables and tickets are available for the Ford Fireworks Rooftop Party presented by Ford Motor Company, offering the best seats in the city to view the fireworks. Guests will enjoy live music with Your Generation in Concert, catering by Andiamo, games, giveaways and more. To learn more, visit www.theparade.org or call 313-923-7400. All proceeds benefit the Michigan Thanksgiving Parade Foundation.

The Ford Fireworks can be viewed on WDIV-Local 4’s live broadcast from the event. 760 WJR and Paul W. Smith will also provide special radio coverage. For more information on The Parade Company events, visit www.theparade.org. Follow the event on social media at #fordfireworks.

About The Parade Company
Founded in 1984, The Parade Company is a not-for-profit organization governed by the Michigan Thanksgiving Parade Foundation whose board of directors is comprised of key civic and corporate leaders in the greater Detroit region. The Parade Company is celebrating nearly a century of Parade tradition in Detroit and is committed to funding, creating and executing the best family events in Michigan. The Parade Company staff, board of directors and thousands of parade volunteers work year-round to bring a wide variety of magnificent events to the City of Detroit and the region including the Ford Fireworks, Strategic Staffing Solutions Turkey Trot, and America's Thanksgiving Parade® presented by Gardner White. Follow
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About Ford Motor Company Fund
As the global philanthropic arm of Ford Motor Company, Ford Fund focuses on providing access to essential services, education for the future of work and entrepreneurship opportunities for under-resourced and underrepresented communities. Ford Fund’s partnerships and programming are designed to be responsive to unique community needs, ensuring people have equitable opportunities to move forward. Harnessing Ford’s scale, resources and mobility expertise, Ford Fund drives meaningful impact through grantmaking, Ford Resource and Engagement Centers and employee volunteerism. For more information, visit fordfund.org or join us at @FordFund on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.