The 4th of July fireworks and concert in Boston is recognized around the country as one of the biggest and best celebrations of America's independence. Here's what to know about the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular event Friday on the Charles River Esplanade.

The minimum age to buy fireworks in Missouri is 14, and in four states: Arkansas, Mississippi, North Dakota and Oklahoma, 12-year-olds are allowed to purchase fireworks. Nevada, Pennsylvania, Washington, DC, Wisconsin and Wyoming have no age restrictions, but local ordinances usually require that an adult (over 18) be present.

Biloxi is looking for solutions after Deer Island caught fire twice in as many years during the annual Fourth of July fireworks show.

"Disturbing roosting migratory birds at night can result in mass deaths," says Bateman. "Disturbing breeding birds can result in colony collapses. Seals and sea lions leave [affected] areas and expend energy swimming away during fireworks."

Here's where to watch Fourth of July fireworks around the Tampa Bay this Friday and what to know if you want to shoot off some fireworks of your own.

Fireworks, barbeques, and beaches are synonymous with the 4th of July. Hand injuries are not, but that’s what unfortunately happened to 4Xtra, co-host of No Jumper alongside Adam22, after he threatened the internet with fireworks.

Police and troopers responded to illegal fireworks and unrest during a July 4 celebration in Revere, Massachusetts.

The explosion at the fireworks warehouse in Yolo County caused the cancelation of a number of 4th of July fireworks shows, including one in San Jose.

Live from New York’s iconic Brooklyn Bridge, Ariana DeBose hosts the 49th edition of Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks spectacular! What’s the 4th of July without fireworks? Cap off the day with Macy’s annual Independence Day celebration!

Looking for a fireworks show in Mississippi? Community Fourth of July events around the state offer food, music, games and family fun. Know where to go

The Lake Minnetonka Fourth of July fireworks display could be in peril if it doesn’t find a new sponsor in 2026.