The Scrantastic Spectacular took place on July 3 at Courthouse Square in Scranton. In addition to the fireworks display, the family-friendly event featured vendors around Courthouse Square in Scranton, Kid’s Zone with bounce houses and games, local bands and a performance by the Northeast Pa Philharmonic.
Fireworks light up the sky at the annual Scrantastic Spectacular in downtown Scranton. The family-friendly event featured kids’ games, live music, food, vendors and more, in addition to the fireworks display.
From left, Pam and Enzo Lieback of Mountain Top and Debra and Sierra Lieback of West Pittston
Members of the Marks family, from left: Lindsey, Robbie, Travis and Sierra, of Carbondale.
From left, Elham Noori of Los Angeles, Elizabeth Beck of Scranton and Everett Blough of Scranton
Jessica Miller of Hunlock Creek with her daughter Julianna Miller.
From left, Alyssa Miller and Jasmine and April Bender, all of Scranton
Nate Washko and Leah Santucci, both of Kingston
From left, Joseph Ianni, Falon Nonnemacher, Jessica Bartkus, Wyatt Nonnemacher and Fionna Spencer, all of Tunkhannock
From left, Sophia O’Donnell, Rachael Pry and Celia O’Donnell, all of Clarks Summit
Lilia Akhunov, 1, of Scranton, enjoys a ride on her dad, Timur’s shoulders.
People relax in front of the Lackawanna County Courthouse and look for seats as they wait for the fireworks to begin.
People set up chairs in front of the Lackawanna County Courthouse and listen to live music by the Northeast PA Philharmonic.
People relax in the lawn as they listen to a performance by the Northeast PA Philharmonic.
Jace Medina and Sharon Peters show off their holiday spirit.
Gianna Tutino, 5, of Scranton, waves a sparkler as she waits for the fireworks to begin.
Erica Gazda of West Wyoming with her son Mason, 4.
Kids line up around a pond and go fishing for prizes in the Kid’s Zone.
Riley, the dog of Alyssa Cioffi of Pocono Lake takes a break in the grass.
Sarah Beckley of Dunmore, left, and Kristen Thomas of Old Forge
Courthouse Square fills with people as darkness falls on the night of July 3 in downtown Scranton.
Food trucks, vendors and more line the streets as darkness arrives and people anticipate the fireworks display.
Fireworks light up the sky at the annual Scrantastic Spectacular in downtown Scranton. The family-friendly event featured kids’ games, live music, food, vendors and more, in addition to the fireworks display.
Fireworks light up the sky at the annual Scrantastic Spectacular in downtown Scranton. The family-friendly event featured kids’ games, live music, food, vendors and more, in addition to the fireworks display.
Fireworks light up the sky at the annual Scrantastic Spectacular in downtown Scranton. The family-friendly event featured kids’ games, live music, food, vendors and more, in addition to the fireworks display.
Fireworks light up the sky at the annual Scrantastic Spectacular in downtown Scranton. The family-friendly event featured kids’ games, live music, food, vendors and more, in addition to the fireworks display.
Fireworks light up the sky at the annual Scrantastic Spectacular in downtown Scranton. The family-friendly event featured kids’ games, live music, food, vendors and more, in addition to the fireworks display.
Fireworks light up the sky at the annual Scrantastic Spectacular in downtown Scranton. The family-friendly event featured kids’ games, live music, food, vendors and more, in addition to the fireworks display.
Emma Black is a photographer and writes Up Close and Personal, which spotlights people from all walks of life in NEPA who have a unique skill, craft, talent or trade. She is a graduate of Abington Heights High School and University of Scranton, where she studied journalism and electronic media. Emma has been with Times-Shamrock Communications since 2016 and enjoys playing, coaching and following soccer; exploring international cuisine; and doing arts and crafts in her free time. Contact: eblack@timesshamrock.com; 570-348-9100; @emmablack_13
