Parades & Fireworks in Rhode Island's Blackstone Valley!

Smithfield, RI Smithfield Fireworks Extravaganza

Celebrate America's 250th anniversary at the Smithfield Fireworks Extravaganza on Wednesday, July 1, at Deerfield Park! This family-friendly celebration runs from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM and features an evening packed with great food, live music, and a spectacular fireworks display. (Rain date: July 2.) Come hungry and explore more than 30 of Rhode Island's most sought-after food trucks, presented by Rhody Food Truck Events. Enjoy live entertainment from Cover Story, then relax with a drink in the Beer & Wine Garden hosted by Millonzi Fine Catering before the night sky lights up with fireworks. To help keep the event safe and enjoyable for everyone, bikes, scooters, pets, and drones are not permitted on the event grounds. Whether you're coming for the food, the music, or the fireworks, the Smithfield Fireworks Extravaganza is a festive way to celebrate Independence Day with family and friends.

Woonsocket, RI Woonsocket Celebrates 250 Years of Independence!

Celebrate America's 250th anniversary at Woonsocket Celebrates 250 Years of Independence! on Friday, July 3, at WWII Veterans Memorial Park. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy an evening of patriotic fun with family, friends, and neighbors. The festivities begin at 4:00 PM with live music, delicious food trucks, and activities for all ages. Enjoy performances by two live bands while sampling your favorite festival treats before the evening concludes with a spectacular fireworks display at 9:00 PM. Whether you're coming for the music, the food, or one of the region's biggest fireworks celebrations, Woonsocket's Independence Day event is the perfect way to kick off your holiday weekend. In the event of rain, the celebration will be held on Sunday, July 5.

East Providence, RI East Providence 250th Independence Day Fireworks & Concert Celebration

Mark your calendar for a memorable evening celebrating America's 250th birthday at the East Providence 250th Independence Day Fireworks & Concert Celebration on Friday, July 3, 2026, at Pierce Field. Gates open at 6:00 PM, and admission is free, making it the perfect way to kick off your holiday weekend with family and friends. Enjoy an evening filled with live entertainment, delicious food concessions, and a spectacular fireworks display. This year's entertainment lineup features 19 Nervous Breakdown (a tribute to the Rolling Stones), Midnight Metaphor, Brother to Brother Band, and Chiqui Versace, providing music for everyone before the night sky comes alive with fireworks. Please note that coolers, backpacks, and pets are not permitted. In the event of rain, the celebration will be held on Monday, July 6.

Cumberland, RI The Arnold Mills Parade

Celebrate a century of tradition at the 100th Arnold Mills Fourth of July Parade on Saturday, July 4, 2026! This year's theme, "Our 100th Parade," honors one of Rhode Island's longest-running Independence Day celebrations and a beloved community tradition that dates back to 1926. Known for its unique "Ancients and Horribles" theme, the parade showcases the whimsical, creative spirit that has made this event a local favorite for generations. Spectators can enjoy colorful floats, imaginative walking horribles, live music, delicious food, and plenty of patriotic fun. Awards will be presented for both outstanding floats and the best walking horribles. The parade steps off at 11:00 AM from the Rhode Island/Massachusetts border on Route 120 (Nate Whipple Highway) in Cumberland and travels approximately one mile, ending at the intersection of Nate Whipple Highway and Abbott Run Valley Road. Whether you're a longtime attendee or experiencing the Arnold Mills Parade for the first time, this milestone 100th celebration promises a fun-filled Fourth of July for the whole family.

Pawtucket, RI RIFC Independence Day Celebration

Celebrate Independence Day with an unforgettable evening in Pawtucket! Cheer on Rhode Island FC as they take on Orange County SC during RIFC's third annual Independence Day celebration. Whether you're there for the match or just want to experience the excitement, this celebration is for everyone! The City of Pawtucket is welcoming the community to join in the festivities, and the Stadium Riverwalk will be open to the public for a spectacular fireworks viewing—no game ticket required. Check out the schedule to plan your evening: Event Schedule: 6:00 PM – City of Pawtucket Pre-Game Block Party on Taft Street 7:30 PM – Rhode Island FC vs. Orange County SC 8:15 PM – Stadium Riverwalk Opens for Public Fireworks Viewing 9:45 PM – Spectacular Post-Game Fireworks Show Come early, enjoy the pre-game festivities, cheer on the home team, or simply grab a spot along the Riverwalk and end the night with a dazzling fireworks display over Pawtucket!

Glocester, RI Glocester’s 100th Ancients & Horribles Independence Day Parade

Step into one of Rhode Island's most unique Fourth of July traditions at the Glocester Ancients & Horribles Parade on Saturday, July 4, 2026. As part of the community's 100th Independence Day Celebration, this beloved event brings together creative costumes, patriotic spirit, and plenty of hometown fun. The parade begins at 4:00 PM, inviting spectators of all ages to experience the whimsical "Ancients & Horribles" tradition that has delighted generations. Expect imaginative parade entries, community pride, and a festive atmosphere that makes this celebration unlike any other in the Blackstone Valley region. Whether you're a longtime fan or experiencing the parade for the first time, Glocester's Ancients & Horribles Parade is a memorable way to celebrate Independence Day and honor a century of local tradition.