(WPRI) — The Fourth of July is just days away, and 12 News has you covered on ways you can celebrate. Below is a list of fireworks displays, parades and other festivities being held in Rhode Block Island, RI – 4th of July Parade; Coventry, RI – Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. at Johnson’s Pond; Newport, RI – Fireworks at 9:15 p.m. over Newport Harbor; Complete list of Independence Day events across Rhode Island in 2025. From Bristol's historic parade to Newport fireworks, find all Fourth of July celebrations with parades, concerts, and spectacular displays. Kick off the celebrating on July 1 with Block Island’s annual firework display, which can be seen from any location on Crescent Beach, Old or New Harbor. Then on July 4, check out the “Favorite Movie” themed parade at Legion Park. Rhode Island news Let Freedom Ring: 4th of July Fireworks & Celebrations in Rhode Island 2025 (UPDATES) Where to watch fireworks in Rhode Island this 4th of July. Full 2025 schedule of events, parades, and patriotic fun. Here's where you can find Fourth of July shows and parades in RI by location. Wednesday, July 3. What: Bristol fireworks. Where: Bristol Harbor. Time: 9:30 p.m. What: Narragansett fireworks. On Thursday, July 4, 2024, Linden Place Mansion, a historic mansion in the heart of Bristol, will host its annual Fourth of July Parade Picnic, a tradition for over 30 years! Picnic-goers will enjoy bleacher-style seating, tables and chairs under the shade of the Linden trees, a continental breakfast and picnic lunch, restroom facilities and Newport's fireworks display over the harbor is scheduled for July 4 at 9:15 p.m., with a rain date of July 5th. Several locations across Newport County will host readings of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th. Escobar's Farm in Portsmouth will have a fireworks display on July 5 at 9 p.m., following a tractor show. Bristol – 4th of July Parade – fourthofjulybristolri.com. Newport – Fireworks – 9:15 – rain date slated for Friday, July 5th. Visitors can park in any one of the city’s public parking lots. Some popular spots to watch the display are Perrotti Park, King Park and Queen Anne Square. cityofnewport.com/en-us/city-hall/city-council/mayor/fireworks. Check out our calendar of events to see the fireworks and parades. Start making your plans to paint the town red, white and blue this Fourth of July in Rhode Island. Celebrate 4th of July Weekend at Newport Craft! Thursday, July 3rd: Weekly Trivia at Newport Craft from 7:00 - 9:00 PM Friday, July 4th: The Groove Merchants from 6:00 - 9:00 PM Saturday, July 5th: RI Pirate Guy Kids Event at 1:00 PM Saturday, July 5th: Dan Calise Band from 6:00 As June comes to an end, the country is preparing to celebrate the Fourth of July, and many towns in Rhode Island are preparing special fireworks shows, parades, concerts and more to celebrate the From parades to fireworks displays and concerts, there is something for everyone this Fourth of July. Celebrate the birth of our nation in style with Ocean House’s Annual Independence Day Beach Ball! Enjoy sweeping ocean views and take advantage of the perfect fireworks-viewing vantage point. Rain date for Warwick fireworks is July 5. The Department of Tourism, Culture and Development’s Facebook and Twitter accounts will also have updates. Coventry’s Parks and Recreation Department hosts their annual Fourth of July Coventry fireworks celebration weeks in advance of the holiday, just held last weekend at Coventry High School. Search for Rhode Island July 4th fireworks, events, parades, restaurants, things to do and more! And if you love those 'bombs bursting in air' on the Fourth of July, check here for a list of some of the best fireworks displays in Rhode Island for Independence Day 2025. The Fourth of July Parade begins at 10:30 a.m. and will step off at the corner of Chestnut Street and Hope Street (Rt. 114) and ends on High Street, between State Street and Bradford Street. Hope Street (Rt. 114) will be closed off beginning at 8:00 a.m., including Poppasquash Road. When: July 1, 9 p.m.. Where: Beach Pavilion, 25 Corn Neck Road. Details: Fireworks are visible all over the island, but the best views are from Town Beach and Crescent Beach.. 4th of July Parade
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