Antique fire engines, star-spangled costumes, barbecue and fireworks highlighted the Greenwood's second annual Fourth of July celebration Wednesday.
Activities kicked off at 9 a.m. with a children's parade from the Courthouse to the Veterans Memorial.
Children were decked out in patriotic attire as they made their way down the street.
A Community Pride award was presented to the Shriners fire truck, which carried a number of children and parents during the parade.
Taking first place in the costume contest was Brownie Troop No. 57. The troop painted shirts and shoes to wear during the event. Second place went to the Singleton family, and third place went to Lee Hines and J.T. Hurst, who had their horse-drawn carriage decorated for the Fourth of July.
Following the parade, the Greenwood Community Band performed a patriotic concert and four vintage World War II planes flew over as speeches were being given.
Afternoon festivities in Whittington Park began at 3 p.m. with inflatable games, music and food. The night ended with a fireworks display set to patriotic music.
Organizers at the Greenwood-Leflore County Chamber of Commerce estimate that between 4,500 and 5,000 people watched the fireworks display either inside or near Whittington Park.
"I have heard from people as far away as Teoc who could see the fireworks," Janice Moor, executive vice president of the chamber, said.
Moor said the entire day was a success. She said afternoon showers slowed down Whittington Park activities early. However, the rain cooled down temperatures, and a large crowd came out to the free event.
Moor said volunteer groups who helped staff the event deserved credit for its success. Local civic groups operated the food and entertainment booths at the Whittington Park Wednesday afternoon.
