4th of July Fireworks RI July 3 Weather updates: Here’s what’s happening

This story has been updated with more information about the weather and what shows are cancelled.

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.

Thunderstorms that have swept through the region this evening have canceled some of the shows planned for tonight, including Bristol and East Providence. Other communities, such as Warwick, Narragansett and North Kingstown have confirmed their shows are still no.

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.

Bristol – Initially canceled, then held last minute

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East Providence – Canceled due to weather

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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.

Narragansett

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When: Thursday, July 3 at dusk.

Where: Narragansett Town Beach, 39 Boston Neck Road, Narragansett, RI

As of 7:30 p.m. The Parks and Recreation said the storm is expected pass in time for the fireworks and the show is still on.https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?app_id=&channel=https%3A%2F%2Fstaticxx.facebook.com%2Fconnect%2Fxd_arbiter.php%3Fversion%3D44%23cb%3D%26domain%3Dwww.providencejournal.com%26origin%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.providencejournal.com%26relation%3Dtop&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FNarragansettParksAndRecreation%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02J8duFTEDXkyU6UsfUY5qgUEQ9CwqruwNvVt97M24fc81pcPzkpDMLZhLyedoERD4l&locale=en_US&sdk=joeySummer in RI: Here are 10 summer festivals in Rhode Island to attend this year

North Kingstown

When: Thursday, July 3 at 4:30 p.m. Fireworks start at dark.

Where: Town Beach Complex, 10 Beach St., North Kingstown, RI

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North Providence

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.https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?app_id=&channel=https%3A%2F%2Fstaticxx.facebook.com%2Fconnect%2Fxd_arbiter.php%3Fversion%3D44%23cb%3D%26domain%3Dwww.providencejournal.com%26origin%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.providencejournal.com%26relation%3Dtop&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FTownOfNorthProvidence%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02HKZsG6wMQJKXdTS6okU995FsMKkC5uud9UNzALy3BtaLMdAsfCpXJDAdEPLx6n2Hl&locale=en_US&sdk=joeyBoating season: Here’s your checklist to get your boat ready for summer in Rhode Island

Scituate

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.https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?app_id=&channel=https%3A%2F%2Fstaticxx.facebook.com%2Fconnect%2Fxd_arbiter.php%3Fversion%3D44%23cb%3D%26domain%3Dwww.providencejournal.com%26origin%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.providencejournal.com%26relation%3Dtop&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fscituatepolice%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02mwfqGrfTYoJPsoduUqVuerhfugpyBseBwQTuaLCMtDLZKRYT4PKPpvKLKNz2Hfm3l&locale=en_US&sdk=joeyRI summer weather: What’s the hottest day on record for the Providence area? Find out here

Warwick

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.

On the Facebook page Mayor Frank Picozzi, the mayor confirmed that fireworks are still a go as of 8:30 p.m.