Beverly's 4th Of July Fireworks 2020 Canceled

BEVERLY, MA —July 4 events across the country will not look the same this year thanks to the coronavirus. Many cities and towns have been forced to cancel the annual Fourth of July events, including Beverly. Beverly’s fireworks and Horribles Parade have been canceled, as has the city's annual house decorating contest.

The house decorating contest, which was originally to have been expanded to make up for canceled events, was scrapped last week. "We are sorry to have to add this event to the long list of cancellations that have happened recently, but we are determined to be back next year with a full slate of events and a terrific 4th of July celebration," the Farms-Prides 4th of July Committee said in a social media post.

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The Boston Pops will present A Boston Pops Salute to Our Heroes to pay tribute to the COVID-19 frontline workers and honor those who have lost their lives during the current health crisis, while also celebrating our diverse nation’s founding values of liberty and justice for all. With public gatherings now banned, A Boston Pops Salute to Our Heroes will be available only on television, radio, and digital media; no live performance will take place.

Due to the pandemic, counties or cities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute. Check your event before you go. Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar or share details on our free Neighbor Post feature.

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