Start your Independence Day celebrations early in Eagle River with the “first official celebration and fireworks display” on Monday, July 3rd at Lions Park. Hosted by the Eagle River Lions the fun starts at 6p on the evening of July 3rd with entertainment, vendors and more and then culminates with fireworks at Midnight. The celebration continues Tuesday in Chugiak with a parade at 2p and more 4th of July fun! CER.org.