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Pittsburgh Fireworks Resume After Lightning, Fans Watch World Cup

7/5/2026

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City officials resumed the Fourth of July fireworks at Point State Park and North Shore at 10 p.m. after lightning halted the celebration.
The show launched from barges on the three rivers and the Wyndham Grand Hotel rooftop, making it one of Pittsburgh’s largest displays.
With programming canceled, spectators moved to Acrisure Stadium to watch a FIFA World Cup match, enduring long lines yet enjoying the event despite rain and heat.

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City officials resumed the Fourth of July fireworks at Point State Park and North Shore at 10 p.m. after lightning halted the celebration.
The show launched from barges on the three rivers and the Wyndham Grand Hotel rooftop, making it one of Pittsburgh’s largest displays.
With programming canceled, spectators moved to Acrisure Stadium to watch a FIFA World Cup match, enduring long lines yet enjoying the event despite rain and heat.