Allen USA FAQ

Fireworks

Q. What time will the fireworks begin?
A. 10 p.m.

Q. How long will the fireworks last?
A. Approximately 20 minutes.

Q. Are they synchronized to music on the radio?
A. Yes. The fireworks will be synchronized to music on 103.7 Lite FM.

 

Prices

Q. How much is admission?
A. Admission is FREE!

Q. Will tickets be required this year?
A. Tickets will not be required for food, beverage or souvenir purchases. However, inflatables, crafts, climbing wall, face painting and train rides will require the purchase of tickets or an all-inclusive wrist band.

Q. How much are tickets and wristbands?
A. Tickets will cost 50 cents each and can only be purchased on the day of the event. Wristbands are $25 on the event grounds, but can also be purchased in advance at most Allen Parks and Recreation facilities.

Q. How much do rides and activities cost?
A. Costs will vary from $2-$3.

Q. How much does the food cost?
A. Food prices will vary from concessionaire to concessionaire.

Q. How much do drinks cost?
A. Drinks cost between $2-$4.

Q. How much are glow products and when will they be available for purchase?
A. Glow products are $3 and they will be available for purchase beginning at approximately 7 p.m. until the end of the event. They'll be sold all over the site, but mainly on the great lawn where everyone will be seated for the concert and fireworks. Souvenirs will also be available for purchase throughout the day.

 

Closing Times

Q. What time will the ticket booths close?
A. Ticket booths will close promptly at 9 p.m.

Q. What time will wristband sales end?
A. Wristbands sales will end at 6 p.m. After this time, tickets will remain for purchase for use in the Kid and Activity Zones. Please note there are NO REFUNDS on ticket or wristband purchases.

Q. What time will the Kid Zone shut down?
A. Lines to the inflatables will close at 8:30 p.m. to ensure everyone gets a turn to ride. The area closes promptly at 9 p.m.

Q. What time will the concessionaires close?
A. Concessions will be available until 10:30 p.m. shortly after the fireworks show has concluded.

 

Parking/Shuttle Buses

Q. Will the shuttle bus from Allen High School be running back and forth all day long?
A. Yes, shuttle busses from Allen High School to Celebration Park will run from noon to 9:30 p.m. Beginning immediately after the firework show (approx. 10:30 p.m.) buses will shuttle passengers back to Allen High School. The last bus will leave Celebration Park at 11:30 p.m. Buses will NOT run between 9:30 p.m. and the end of the fireworks show.

Q. Where do volunteers park?
A. Volunteers will park at Allen High School and be shuttled by bus to the site beginning at 11 a.m. Shuttles will also transport volunteers back to the high school from noon-9:30 p.m., if necessary, and then immediately after the fireworks until 11:30 p.m. Buses will NOT run between 9:30 p.m. and the end of the fireworks show.

Q. Where is Preferred/VIP Parking?
A. Preferred/VIP parking is located on the west side of Celebration Park on Malone and across from Curtis Middle School. Only those cars with Preferred or VIP Parking Passes will be allowed past the barricades after 10 a.m. All streets surrounding the Park (Malone & Angel) will be closed to traffic between 9:30 -10:30 p.m. due to the firework show.

Q. Where do vendors and concessionaires park?
A. Parking for both vendors and concessionaires is located on the east side of Celebration Park just off Angel Parkway. Only those cars with Vendor Parking Passes will be allowed past the barricades after 10 a.m. All streets surrounding the Park (Malone & Angel) will be closed to traffic between 9:30 -10:30 p.m. due to the fireworks show.

Q. Where is the staff/entertainment parking area?
A. The staff/entertainment area is located on the east side of Celebration Park just off Angel Parkway. Only those cars with Staff/Entertainment Parking Passes will be allowed past the barricades after 10 a.m. All streets surrounding the Park (Malone & Angel) will be closed to traffic between 9:30-10:30 p.m. due to the fireworks show.

Q. Which streets will close and when?
A. Click here to see a full explanation of driving routes and street closures.

 

Location

Q. Where are restrooms? Lost children/parents tent? Kid Zone? Main Stage? Fire House? Police Tent? Shuttle Lines? Vendors or concessionaires? Preferred seating? Volunteer Check-In? Ticket Booths?
A. Site maps will be available on the event site or click here to download. For more information on Allen USA, call the Special Events Hotline at 214.509.4811.