Old Orchard Beach has perhaps one of the best days on offer for Mainers looking to celebrate the 4th of July. Beautiful beaches, free concert, and of course, FIREWORKS!

The 195th Maine Army National Guard Band performs a free show

The 195th Maine Army National Guard Band will perform a FREE concert on July 4th as part of their Summer Concert Series at the Seaside Pavilion at Old Orchard Beach.

This is a free concert, no tickets are required for entry. What better way to celebrate America's birthday than with a free concert from some of our heroes playing America's favorite music (plus a few other surprises).

The Seaside Pavilion is within walking distance of the beaches of Maine

Seaside Pavilion is less than a mile from the very popular Old Orchard Pier. No matter where you stay in Maine, spending a day at Old Orchard Beach and then topping it off with a free concert by the 195th Army National Guard Band sounds like a special experience for the whole family.

There's a slight chance of rain in Old Orchard Beach on Thursday for July 4th, but the optimist in me says that just means there's a chance for great July 4th weather, too.

The fireworks display will take place at 9:45 p.m. near Old Orchard Pier in Maine.

Following the free concert by the 195th Maine Army National Guard Band at 7 p.m., there will be a fireworks display less than a mile away at 9:45 p.m. It will take place near the Old Orchard Pier in front of the Palace Playground. If you don't have any family plans for the Fourth of July, this sounds like an incredible way to celebrate America!