Rhythm and Booms was an annual summer fireworks show in
Madison, Wisconsin
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.
History
The show was held on the last Saturday in June. From its inception in 1993 through 2013 the event was held at
Warner Park. Upwards of 200,000 people regularly attended the celebration.
Location change
In 2014, the fireworks display moved from Warner Park to downtown Madison. Environmental concerns,
nimbyism
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, and cost reduction were all cited by city officials as reasons for the move.
Demise
In 2015, after 22 years, the celebration was cancelled by event organizers. Rhythm and Booms has since been replaced by a new event
Shake the Lake
Fireworks
30 minutes of fireworks were launched from Warner park on Madison’s north side.
Production
The show was owned and operated by a
501(c)(3)
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non-profit
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organization, Madison Festivals, Inc. Some proceeds from Rhythm & Booms went to local charities, including
American Family Children's Hospital.
References
External links
Official website
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Festivals in Wisconsin
Culture of Madison, Wisconsin
Tourist attractions in Madison, Wisconsin
Fireworks in the United States
Pyrotechnics
Annual events in Wisconsin
Festivals established in 1993
1993 establishments in Wisconsin
June
2015 disestablishments in Wisconsin
Recurring events disestablished in 2015