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Virginia Tech freshmen Henry Tragle, left, and Anthony Semak attempt to start a “Lets Go Hokies!” cheer outside Lane Stadium prior to the start of the Metallica concert Wednesday.

A Fourth of July fireworks show lights up the sky above CPKC Stadium following the Maybelline Women’s Lacrosse League All-Star Game on Friday, July 4, 2025, in Kansas City.

Organizers of this year's Stadium of Fire said they've taken steps to make sure a fireworks fiasco, like last year's that injured 26 people, doesn't happen again.

A record-setting crowd packed the stadium for Rhode Island FC’s first ever fireworks show on Saturday night.

Stadium of Fire teen dancer recounts being hit by fireworks: "I have a few dancers who were here and a part of that experience last year," said Karissa Molen, owner of Intensity Dance.

Joining the longstanding Festival on the Fourth at World's Fair Park, a new fireworks show will follow the Smokies game in downtown Knoxville.