As Rhode Islanders get ready for Fourth of July weekend, the same questions are on everyone's mind – where and when to catch a fireworks show, how to attend the Bristol parade and whether or not Rhode Island's favorite celebrity homeowner Taylor Swift will once again be celebrating the holiday in Watch Hill.

Details: For the best view of the fireworks, find a westward facing spot along Newport Harbor. Popular viewing spots include Perrotti Park, King Park, Queen Anne Square and Fort Adams State Park, where the celebration will include lawn games, a bouncy house and live music.

Happy 4th of July! While many Rhode Island town s set off their firework shows early this year, there are a few places you can go if you want to see a professional firework shows on the 4th of July. And they promise to be spectacular, particularly the Newport show, which will shoot off over Newport Harbor this evening.