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Where to find Fourth of July fireworks, drone displays in Portland area

Portland’s biggest fireworks display occurs at the annual Waterfront Blues Festival. Festival attendees may have one of the best views, but the display can also be seen from the nearby parks and bridges. When: Friday, July 4 at 10 p.m. Where: 2330 17th St NE, Salem, OR 97301

Seattle Times · 20h

WA officials warn of wildfire risks from Fourth of July fireworks

Firefighters and public lands managers are urging Washington residents to use extra caution when setting off fireworks Fourth of July due to dry conditions. “We’ve already had 600 fires start in Washington” this year,

The Boston Globe · 1d

Ahead of annual Fourth of July fireworks show, officials say ‘be vigilant — but not fearful’

On Friday, hundreds of thousands of people are expected to go to the Esplanade to watch a free concert and fireworks.

Fourth of July, Central Oregon

KATU on MSN · 13h

Fourth of July celebrations in NW Oregon, SW Washington

With the Independence Day weekend upon us, families across the region are preparing to celebrate the Fourth of July with barbecues, fireworks, parades and more

OregonLive.com on MSN · 1d

Need a break from Fourth of July celebrations? 5 alternative things to do this week

The bulk of the weekend's events will center around Independence Day traditions, but we've collected a few different options to try.

The Bulletin · 1d

Fourth of July events in Central Oregon July 3-9: Frontier Days

Enjoy Redmond’s parade, compete in Prineville’s four-leg Splash-N-Dash, watch Bend’s fireworks show off Pilot Butte and La Pine will have its annual Frontier Days.

4th of Jul. fireworks in Boston

KPTV on MSN · 3h

‘An intense anxiety’: How 4th of July fireworks can impact veterans

Portland city officials are reminding folks fireworks are illegal and they say for a good reason. Not only can they start unnecessary fires around town, but the constant explosions can also trigger someone who has PTSD.

NBC New York · 5h

Where NOT to go to watch NYC's July 4th fireworks

The Macy’s 4th of July fireworks show attracts huge crowds to the city’s waterfronts every year, and there are always places saying they have the best views for the spectacle — and plenty of people claiming to know the secret spots.

Buffalo News · 11h

Where to see fireworks on July 4, other celebrations for Independence Day

With Independence Day falling on a Friday this year, that sets up weekend-long celebrations that extend the holiday. Here’s a look at four multiday events that continue through the weekend, plus events and fireworks on July 4.

What’s open and closed on Jul. 4th

OregonLive.com on MSN · 3d

What’s open/closed, service adjustments for Fourth of July 2025

Federal offices and courts: Closed Friday, July 4, for the holiday. Oregon and Washington state offices and courts: Closed Friday. Multnomah, Clackamas, Washington and Clark county offices, city of Portland and Vancouver offices, Metro regional center: Closed Friday.

Seattle Times · 1h

What’s open and closed on July Fourth

Government offices, post offices, courts, and schools are closed for the Fourth of July in the U.S. U.S. stock markets and banks are also closed, with limited FedEx and UPS services.

The Columbus Dispatch on MSN · 17h

July Fourth 2025: When, why and how the holiday started

The Fourth of July isn't just a day for cookouts and fireworks. Here's a quick lesson about Independence Day and when it became a federal holiday.

KOIN Portland on MSN9h

Fourth of July brings high fire risks in Portland

Though temperatures are cooler than in recent years, fire officials are warning that the risk for fire is still high ahead of ...

KOIN20h

Weather forecast: Mild & sunny this Fourth of July in Portland

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek signed an executive order Wednesday morning banning the use of cell phones by students in K-12 ...

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32 Fourth of July fireworks shows, events on Oregon Coast, Portland and Willamette Valley

Oregonians will soon be celebrating the Fourth of July with festivals, parades, and, of course, fireworks. Here's a roundup ...

Hoodline1d

Oregon Officials Urge Fire Safety Ahead of Fourth of July Celebrations to Prevent Wildfires

Oregon authorities stress fire safety for the Fourth of July, highlighting the risks of fireworks and the importance of ...

KOBI-TV NBC5 / KOTI-TV NBC21d

4th of July flyover schedule for southern Oregon

The 173rd Fighter Wing, based at Kingsley Field in Klamath Falls, has announced its flyover schedule for the Fourth of July.

Statesman Journal11d

Where are Fourth of July fireworks show in Oregon? See list - Statesman Journal

Oregonians will soon be celebrating the Fourth of July with festivals, parades, and, ... 32 Fourth of July fireworks shows, events on Oregon Coast, Portland and Willamette Valley. Ginnie ...

KOIN on MSN2d

Crews put out blaze caused by fireworks, reiterate ban ahead of Fourth of July

Portland fire officials are urging residents to respect the fireworks ban ahead of Fourth of July weekend, and have rolled ...

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Portland ranks in the top 20 best cities to celebrate the 4th of July

Personal-finance company WalletHub has determined that Portland is one of the top 20 best cities in the US to celebrate the ...

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