Where to Celebrate the Fourth of July Across Rhode Island

The Fourth of July is right around the corner, and holiday festivities are in full swing! Not sure how to spend the upcoming holiday? You’re in luck! Whether it’s fireworks, parades, food trucks, or live music, Rhode Island is jam-packed with festive activities for everyone! 

 

Bristol Fourth of July Concert Series

June 19th – July 2nd, 2022

Scheduled every day up until July 2nd, celebrate the Fourth of July season with live music at Independence Park! Be sure to bring your chairs and blankets. For the official lineup, click here. 

 

Bristol Fireworks 

Sunday, July 3rd • 9:30 PM

Bristol’s annual fireworks display can be seen over the Bristol Harbor at 9:30 PM. 

 

Bristol Fourth of July Parade

Monday, July 4th • 10:30 AM

Famously known as the oldest Fourth of July celebration in the country, this unforgettable parade is a must-see! Beginning at 10:30 AM, the parade will step off the corner of Chestnut and Hope Streets, and end on High Street. For more information, click here. 

 

East Providence Fourth of July Celebration

Sunday, July 3rd • 5:00 PM

Kicking off at 5 PM, head on over to Pierce Memorial Stadium to enjoy live music from an incredible lineup of artists. The celebration will wrap up with a fireworks display at 9:30 PM. 

 

Providence Independence Day Celebration

Sunday, July 3rd • 7:00 PM

The city’s annual fireworks show is returning! This treasured Independence Day Celebration will kick off at 7 PM at India Point Park with family fun, entertainment, and live music from local artists. A fireworks display will follow at 9 PM. 

 

North Providence Independence Day Festivities & Fireworks

Sunday, July 3rd • 6:00 PM

Head on over to Governor John A. Notte, Jr. Park to enjoy musical entertainment by “Reminisce”, and indulge in the food court from 6-9 PM. Fireworks will follow immediately afterwards. More information can be found here. 

 

Pawtucket Independence Day Celebration

Sunday, July 3rd • 5:30 PM

Kicking off at 5:30 PM, enjoy live music and over a dozen food trucks at the Jenks Junior High School parking lot. To end the celebration, fireworks will be launched from McCoy Stadium at 9 PM. 

 

Newport Fireworks

Monday, July 4th • 9:15 PM

Beginning at 9:15 PM, the city’s fireworks display can be viewed over the Newport harbor. Be sure to get a seat facing westward along the Newport harbor for optimal views. 

 

North Kingstown Independence Day Celebration

Sunday, July 3rd • 7:00 PM

Held at North Kingstown Town Beach, this festive event will feature a performance by the Lafayette Band at 7 PM, followed by the town’s fireworks display. For more information, click here.