Many towns around Rhode Island are kicking off their 4th of July celebrations (and the long weekend) one day early with firework shows on July 3.
As of 7 a.m., there’s a chance of thunderstorms in the evening, according to AccuWeather, but for the most part the weather is looking sunny and hot. In other words, a typical July day.
Here is a list of free fireworks shows and parades around the state to check out on July 3. For a list of shows on additional days, go here.
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When: Fireworks on Thursday, July 3 at 9:30 p.m. Parade on Friday, July 4 at 10:30 a.m.
Where: Fireworks will be set off over Bristol Harbor. Parade begins at the corner of Chestnut Street and Hope Street and ends on High Street.
Details: As America’s oldest continuous Fourth of July celebration, Bristol celebrates the holiday with a variety of events from Flag Day through Independence Day, concluding in a huge parade on July 4.
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Spectators watch the East Providence fireworks display in 2015. [The Providence Journal/ Kris Craig]
When: Thursday, July 3 at 6 p.m.
Where: Pierce Memorial Stadium, 201 Mercer St., East Providence, RI
Details: East Providence’s celebration will include food and beverage concessions along with live music from El Bebesito de la Salsa, Midnight Metaphor, Brother to Brother Band and 19th Nervous Breakdown.
When: Thursday, July 3 at dusk.
Where: Narragansett Town Beach, 39 Boston Neck Road, Narragansett, RI
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When: Thursday, July 3 at 4:30 p.m. Fireworks start at dark.
Where: Town Beach Complex, 10 Beach St., North Kingstown, RI
Details: Food trucks and live entertainment are included.
When: Thursday, July 3 at 6 p.m. Fireworks start at 9 p.m.
Where: Governor John A. Notte Jr. Memorial Park, 1801 Mineral Spring Ave., North Providence, RI
Details: Hosted by Mayor Charles Lombardi and the North Providence Recreation Department, this celebration consists of live entertainment and concessions from a food court, followed by a fireworks show.
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When: Thursday, July 3 at 5 p.m. Fireworks start at dusk.
Where: Hope & Jackson Fire Company, 117 Main St., Hope, RI
Details: The Hope & Jackson Fire Company is back with their annual fireworks event, with food and activities starting at 5 p.m. and fireworks starting at dusk.
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When: Thursday, July 3 from 9-9:30 p.m.
Where: Oakland Beach, Oakland Beach Ave., Warwick, RI
Details: The main parking area for the fireworks display will be on the O’Hara Baseball field, with secondary parking at the Oakland Beach Boat ramp or on nearby streets. Warwick City Park on Asylum Road will also provide a great view of the show.
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When: Thursday, July 3 at 4 p.m. Fireworks start at 9 p.m.
Where: WWII Veterans Memorial Park, Social Street, Woonsocket
Details: In addition to fireworks, Woonsocket’s celebration will include food trucks and live music from Radio Badland.
This article originally appeared on The Providence Journal: RI Fourth of July 2025: Where to see fireworks tonight, July 3
