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Firecracker Fest 2023 Lights up the Night

The Bulloch County Recreation and Parks Department and Cardinal LG lit up the night as they presented the 2023 Firecracker Fest at Mill Creek Regional Park. Full video of the fireworks are included in the story. The event took place in Statesboro on Saturday, July 1. The annual Firecracker Fest could not be possible without the support of its many sponsors and the community.

Hey, Hey, Baby You're a Firework!

The Bulloch County Recreation and Parks Department and Cardinal LG presented the 2023 Firecracker Fest at Mill Creek Regional Park in Statesboro on Saturday, July 1, from 5-10 pm.

Fireworks show video

Grice Connect live streamed the fireworks show.  You can watch it below:

An evening of fun for everyone

The free community event included several inflatables, live music, vendors, kids’ activities, and so much more. 

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Some of the event's highlights included the traditional Frog Jumping Contest (where participants had to bring their own frog) and the Greased Pole Climb. 

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Firecracker Fest 2023 Frog Jump Competition. Contestant blowing on his Frog to make it jump further before the timer stops. 

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The musical lineup this year included Fantasy Band, and the local group, The May Belle’s (who also delivered the National Anthem).

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The Fantasy Band performing for an energetic crowd.
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The May Belle's performing the National Anthem.

For the finale, Briggs and Stratton sponsored the fireworks show, which took place around 9:15 p.m.

It was the perfect "BOOM-tastic" end to an incredible evening of FUN!

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Event Sponsors

This event could not be possible without the support of many sponsors and the community. This year’s Firecracker Fest is sponsored by:

For more information on the Bulloch County Recreation and Parks Department, CLICK HERE

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