News Summary
Severe thunderstorms have led to the cancellation of Fourth of July fireworks in Bristol and East Providence, while other cities like Warwick and Narragansett still plan to celebrate. The National Weather Service reported a high chance of rain, affecting many planned events. Residents are advised to stay updated on weather conditions and event statuses for local celebrations. Despite the disruptions, some towns are moving forward with their festivities, including food, live music, and family-friendly activities.
PROVIDENCE, RI – Severe thunderstorms have disrupted several Fourth of July fireworks celebrations across Rhode Island, leading to cancellations in Bristol and East Providence, while others in Warwick, Narragansett, and North Kingstown remain confirmed.
As residents prepare for the holiday, the impact of thunderstorms has been significant. The National Weather Service reported a 92 percent chance of rain, including morning showers and thunderstorms later in the day. Due to adverse weather conditions, officials in Bristol and East Providence announced their fireworks events would not take place, disappointing many who had been looking forward to the celebrations.
However, cities like Warwick, Narragansett, and North Kingstown are still set to go ahead with their fireworks displays, offering various activities to the community. Below is a detailed schedule of fireworks shows confirmed for July 3:
East Providence
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Pierce Memorial Stadium, 201 Mercer St., East Providence, RI
Details: The event will feature food and beverage concessions, along with live music performances.
Narragansett
When: Dusk
Where: Narragansett Town Beach, 39 Boston Neck Road, Narragansett, RI
Status: As of 7:30 p.m., the fireworks show remains on schedule with optimistic weather forecasts.
North Kingstown
When: 4:30 p.m. (fireworks start at dark)
Where: Town Beach Complex, 10 Beach St., North Kingstown, RI
Details: The event will include food trucks and live entertainment for families to enjoy.
North Providence
When: 6 p.m. (fireworks at 9 p.m.)
Where: Governor John A. Notte Jr. Memorial Park, 1801 Mineral Spring Ave., North Providence, RI
Details: Live entertainment and food concessions will be available for attendees.
Hope, RI
When: 5 p.m. (fireworks at dusk)
Where: Hope & Jackson Fire Company, 117 Main St., Hope, RI
Details: The annual fireworks event will feature food and various activities for families.
Warwick
When: 9-9:30 p.m.
Where: Oakland Beach, Oakland Beach Ave., Warwick, RI
Details: Parking is available at the O’Hara Baseball field and surrounding areas, with the show confirmed as of 8:30 p.m.
Woonsocket
When: 4 p.m. (fireworks at 9 p.m.)
Where: WWII Veterans Memorial Park, Social Street, Woonsocket, RI
Details: The event will include food trucks and live music from Radio Badland.
Local residents and visitors looking to celebrate the Fourth of July are advised to stay informed about weather conditions and verify the status of their local fireworks events as forecasts show lingering storms may continue into the evening.
This report has been updated to reflect the current weather conditions and event statuses. Community members are encouraged to sign up for local news alerts to stay informed about changes related to festivities.
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- Providence Journal: RI Fourth of July Fireworks 2025
- Patch: RI Weekend Weather Forecast
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- Wikipedia: Fourth of July
- Google Search: Rhode Island Weather
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Independence Day
- Google News: Rhode Island Fourth of July
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