Brookfield's 4th Of July Fireworks, Festival 2020 Canceled

BROOKFIELD, WI – 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 Brookfield.

Earlier this year, City of Brookfield officials made the decision to cancel the 2020 fireworks display, family fest, ice cream social and Independence Day parade.

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After extensive consideration, Brookfield Town Board members followed suit. The decision was made largely for safety reasons stemming from the coronavirus.

"We're so sorry that we won't be able to see all of the amazing parade decorations, smiling faces, or spend time together, but we're looking forward to getting together soon," read a post on the town's official Facebook page.

According to town officials, they hope to bring back the Independence Day picnic and parade next year.

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