Have a blast July 4th: Where to watch fireworks in Taunton, around the SouthCoast
Fourth of July celebrations are planned all over the SouthCoast, including parades, carnivals, and even events like road races and horse shows.
But the highlight of any Independence Day festivity, and usually the grand finale, is a fireworks display.
Folks from around Greater Fall River are no doubt gearing up for Fall River’s spectacular Waterfront 4th of July Celebration, complete with fireworks that some ticket-holders will be able to watch from the deck of the USS Massachusetts.
People from all over the SouthCoast will be traveling to such fireworks displays, with dazzling events also planned in New Bedford, Freetown, and other nearby communities.
There will even be fireworks to look forward to after the Fourth of July, with an upcoming Summer Celebration in Taunton.
Check out these local firework events:
Taunton’s Annual Summer Celebration
When: Thursday, Aug. 22
Where: Hopewell Park
Taunton celebrates the summer a little later, giving us all something to look forward to after the celebrations for 4th of July are over. The Summer Celebration will be on Aug. 22 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Hopewell Park, and there will be fireworks and fun for the whole family. The rain date for this event is Thursday, Aug. 29.
The Summer Celebration will have a food truck pavilion (guests can also pack a picnic). Plus, there will be an obstacle course, music, and free kids’ activities.
Fireworks, parades, parties: Celebrate 4th of July, summer in Taunton, around SouthCoast
Middleboro 4th of July Carnival
When: Wednesday July 3, to Sunday, July 7
Where: 26 Jackson St.
At Middleboro’s 4th of July Carnival, you can get booklets of ride tickets, and even a wristband for unlimited rides. For $30, you can get a booklet of 30 ride tickets (presale through July 3 at 6 p.m.). For $50, you can get a booklet of 50 ride tickets (presale through July 3 at 6 p.m.) There’s also a presale for the wristband: for $30, you can get an unlimited ride wristband (presale through July 4 at 2 p.m.). Wristbands will only be valid: Thursday, from 2 to 6, or 6 to 10 p.m.; Saturday, from 2 to 6, or 6 to 10 p.m.; and Sunday, from 1 to 5 p.m.
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Freetown Fireworks Festival
When: Wednesday, July 3
Where: Hathaway Park, 28 Water St., Assonet
The Freetown Fireworks Festival begins with food and fun at 6, followed by fireworks at 9:30 p.m. The rain date for this event is Saturday, July 13.
Fall River’s Waterfront 4th of July Celebration
When: Thursday, July 4
Where: Fall River waterfront, at Heritage State Park, Sen. Thomas Norton City Pier, and Veterans Memorial Bicentennial Park
The fun and festivities begin at 5, and then the fireworks begin at 9 p.m.
Tickets are available to view the fireworks from the deck of the USS Massachusetts. Gates open at 7:30, and the last admission will be at 8:45 p.m. Tickets are $15, and children under 2 get in for free. For more information, and for tickets, visit https://tinyurl.com/49yjyfd7.
Admission to the waterfront celebration is free, and guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on.
New Bedford 4th of July fireworks display
When: Thursday, July 4
Where: New Bedford Harbor
The City of New Bedford’s 4th of July fireworks display will be staged from a bar located off the State Pier in New Bedford Harbor at 9 p.m. Lower Union Street between North Water and Route 18 will be closed to vehicle traffic. Parking will be available in the Elm Street and Zeiterion garages. There will also be street parking. State Pier will be closed for safety reasons.
Marion fireworks
When: Saturday, July 6
Where: Silvershell Beach, Front Street
With fundraising complete, the Marion Fireworks are officially on for July 6.
Independence Day Thrill Show at Seekonk Speedway
When: Saturday, July 6
Where: 1782 Fall River Ave., Seekonk
The Independence Day Thrill Show will have drag races, figure-eight races, backwards races, trailer races, and more. The Independence Day show also includes a fireworks display. For tickets and more information, visit https://seekonkspeedway.showare.com/default.asp.
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