Traffic around the city will start to get busy this afternoon for this annual holiday event.

Here's what you need to know to make your Fourth of July experience a breeze.

Come early to secure a parking spot. Garages likely to be full by 5pm. 

Park near the Capital and walk 2-3 blocks to the levee. 

Consider Port Allen; It's a great place to watch the fireworks with a smaller crowds and lighter traffic volume. 

Watch WBRZ all day for the latest on holiday traffic and events. 

Follow our Twitter account @wbrztraffic. 

If you want to avoid the traffic, you can stream the firework show starting at 9:00pm LIVE- 

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