China tariffs shouldn’t noticeably affect this year’s July Fourth fireworks but may have already tempered 2026’s semiquincentennial displays.

Here is the best fireworks show for the Fourth of July. And, there’s no better way to celebrate America’s birthday than sky explosions.

Drone shows and lasers provide a quieter alternative for pet owners, veterans and neurodivergent people.

Questlove and James Poyser of The Roots produced a 25-minute musical score to accompany the fireworks display.

Kansas City’s Independence Day Celebration is the Stars and Stripes Picnic at the National World War I Museum and Memorial. Grounds open at 3 p.m., rain or shine. The fireworks display is expected to begin around 9:35 p.m.

A fire broke out on the Las Vegas Strip on June 14 after authorities said 'an occupant in a vehicle threw fireworks, causing a tree to catch fire.' The suspect remains at large.

Sacramento City Councilmember Lisa Kaplan is supporting new emergency regulations that would dramatically increase firework fines this year. Next week, city leaders will consider an emergency measure that increases the penalty by ten times the current amount for some first-time offenses.

Feeling festive? Looking for a free fireworks show to enjoy for the 2025 Fourth of July? Here are three ways to celebrate the holiday.