Happy 4th of July! Here's 4 firework shows you can see tonight in Rhode Island
And they promise to be spectacular, particularly the Newport show, which will shoot off over Newport Harbor this evening.
The weather is predicted to be warm, with a high of 85 degrees, sunny and less humid in Providence, according to AccuWeather. In short, it's the perfect weather for a 4th of July celebration.
Here is a list of 4 firework shows around the state to check out this Fourth of July.
When: Friday, July 4 at 9:30 p.m.
Where: Johnson's Pond, Coventry
Details: While the Coventry town celebration has already passed, the Johnson's Pond Civic Association once again host a fireworks show over the water.
More: Why do we celebrate the Fourth of July? Everything to know about Independence Day
When: Friday, July 4 at 11 a.m.
Where: Parade starts on Route 120 and ends between Nate Whipple Highway and Abbott Run Valley Road.
Details: Cumberland will again celebrate Independence Day with their historic Arnold Mills Parade, full of food, music and awards.
When: Friday, July 4 at 9:15 p.m.
Where: Newport Harbor, Newport, RI
Details: For the best view of the fireworks, find a westward facing spot along Newport Harbor. Popular viewing spots include Perrotti Park, King Park, Queen Anne Square and Fort Adams State Park, where the celebration will include lawn games, a bouncy house and live music.
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When: Friday, July 4 from 5-9:45 p.m. Fireworks start at 9 p.m.
Where: Old Mountain Field, 831 Kingstown Road, Wakefield, RI
Details: The Annual South Kingstown 4th of July Celebration will feature a variety of food and novelty concessions, a 50/50 raffle and a live concert, all followed by a fireworks spectacular.
This article originally appeared on The Providence Journal: RI 4th of July 2025: 4 firework shows you can see tonight
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