July 4 Fireworks Around Milford: See Independence Day Shows, Events

MILFORD, MA — Independence Day is here along with fireworks shows scheduled across the state — but there's a caveat this year with thunderstorms in the forecast.

The good news is that storms may be over before most fireworks shows are set to start on Tuesday. But Milford's two main July 4 events have been changed by the weather.

On Monday night, the Friends of the Milford Fourth of July Parade said the event would be canceled this year. Rain inundated the region overnight Monday, and was set to continue throughout the day.

"There are just too many factors and variables to consider. Our hearts voted 100% for the parade to go on but our logical minds regarding concern for people's safety, time and enjoyment ultimately helped with the final decision," the committee said.

The committee will hold a smaller event for children later this week.

Milford's fireworks originally scheduled for Sunday have also been postponed until July 5 at the same time.

We've rounded up all the fireworks shows happening in and around Milford so you can start planning now — whether you want to stay local or travel to another show nearby.

As many in the state know, fireworks are very illegal in Massachusetts, and so we're including only shows that have been licensed by the state Department of Fire Services. These fireworks shows include events that take place before and after July 4.

Here's what's in store this July 4 in and around Milford with rain dates, if applicable:

• Worcester — July 4, 7:45 p.m., Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra, Institute Park, 82 Salisbury St. (fireworks will be weather-dependent)
• Boston — July 4, 10:30 p.m. Barges in Charles River, July 5 rain date
• Worcester — July 4, Polar Park after WooSox game
• Worcester — July 7, Polar Park after WooSox game
• Charlton — July 3, 9:30 p.m., Tree House Brewing Co., July 5 rain date
• Fitchburg — July 3, 10 p.m., Quarry at Rollstone Hill, July 8 rain date
• Needham — July 3, 9:30 p.m., Needham High School
• Rutland — July 3, 9:20 p.m., 17 Pommogussett Road, July 8 rain date
• Webster — July 3, 9 p.m., Memorial Beach
• Milford — July 5, 10 p.m., Clark Island (rescheduled from July 2)
• Uxbridge — July 8, 9 p.m., 62 Capron St.
• Whitinsville — July 15, 9 p.m., Lasell Field

There are also plenty of other local events that may not include fireworks, including:

• Sudbury July 4 parade, July 4
• Shrewsbury Summer Concert series at Dean Park, July 4