Thousands of Marylanders flocked to Fourth of July parades, festivals, pools and waterfronts Saturday despite temperatures soaring to 102 degrees.

Crowds lined the streets for Towson’s annual parade, seeking shade, cooling stations and cold drinks before evening fireworks. Even with triple-digit temperatures and heat indices topping 110 degrees, the weather didn’t stop all the Independence Day celebrations across the region.

Here’s how Marylanders stayed cool while celebrating the holiday.

Spectators watch Fusion Core of Orlando perform from the shade during the Towson Fourth of July parade. (Jerry Jackson/The Banner)
The heat didn't stop Whiskey Feathers from performing aboard the Manor Mill float in Towson. (Jerry Jackson/The Banner)
Paradegoers gather in the shade. (Jerry Jackson/The Banner)
Community College of Baltimore County President Sandra Kurtinitis and Vice President Melissa Hopp hand out commemorative flying discs. (Jerry Jackson/The Banner)
Members of the Towson Community Band perform Saturday. (Jerry Jackson/The Banner)
Paradegoers watch as the Community College of Baltimore County float passes. (Jerry Jackson/The Banner)