Cranes Roost Park in Central Florida

The City of Altamonte Springs created Uptown Altamonte as an upscale urban lifestyle around Cranes Roost Lake. Visible from I-4 in Central Florida, and positioned on 25 acres that encompass the scenic waterfront of Cranes Roost Lake, Uptown Altamonte is a truly unique destination offering carefree living, convenient shopping, offices and an enviable collection of places to eat, drink, and be entertained.

Cranes Roost Park is Central Florida's favorite location for free family events. There is always something going on at Uptown Altamonte, visit www.UptownAltamonte.com or call 407-571-8863 to learn more about events scheduled in the coming months.

RED HOT & BOOM AT CRANES ROOST PARK

SUNDAY, JULY 3^rd

Special Appearance by Mat Kearney Added to Entertainment Program

Red Hot & Boom is an Independence Day celebration with FREE, family-friendly entertainment and the largest fireworks display in Central Florida.

Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte

Intersection of I-4 and SR 436

WHEN: Sunday, July 3, 2011

4 - 11 p.m.

Fireworks Show Starts Approximately 9:30 p.m.

(Weather Permitting)

Featured Artists and Entertainment*

*Subject to Change

· Shontelle

· Mat Kearney

· Cody Simpson

· Hot Chelle Rae

· Paper Tongues

· All Star Weekend

· XL 106.7 FM Next Big Thing Winner

FREE and open to the public.

For more information on Red Hot & Boom, including live performance and meet and greet schedules, visit http://www.xl1067.com/pages/redhotboom.html.

PUBLIC SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

· Food, beverages, and novelties available for purchase.

· No coolers, personal fireworks, or pets, please.

· Traffic close to the event may be congested, so arrive early to avoid delays. Those who live close by are encouraged to walk to the event.

· Families are encouraged to travel and attend the event together.

· If carpooling, designate a safe drop-off and pick-up location within walking distance. Please note that locations close to the event that may be open during the day may not be available at the end of the program due to road closures and congestion.

· Bring sunscreen and protective clothing for possible inclement weather.

· Seating in on a first-come-first-serve basis. All tents and umbrellas must be disassembled prior to the show.

· Download a traffic map at www.UptownAltamonte.com and consider how you will be required to turn before deciding where to park.

· In general, making a right turn will be easier than making a left turn. In many places, left turns and U-turns will be restricted after the fireworks.

· Sometimes, it's better to take the longer route around the most congested areas before heading toward your final destination.

FUN FACTS:

150,000 Central Floridians at Uptown Altamonte and Cranes Roost Park to enjoy internationally known musical talent provided by XL 106.7 FM and a spectacular fireworks show by one of America's most prestigious pyrotechnic companies, Pyro Shows, Inc. The entire show will be simulcast on XL 106.7 FM.

Each year, big name acts perform live on the floating stage atop Cranes Roost Lake entertaining the crowd from every angle including these previous artists:

Los Del Rio

Richard Marx

'N Sync

98 Degrees

Sister Hazel

Joey McIntyre

Aaron Carter

Jessica Simpson

Ashlee Simpson

The Calling Hanson

Ashley Parker Angel

Stacie Orrico

Cheyenne Kimball

Kat DeLuna

Katharine McPhee

Elliott Yamin

Neon Trees