Ridgefield’s 4th Of July Fireworks 2020 Canceled

RIDGEFIELD, CT – 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 Ridgefield.

Another midsummer festival fixture, the Ridgefield Volunteer Fire Department's annual carnival, was also canceled, back in May. A spokesperson for the firefighters deemed that the "only responsible option."

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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