It's going to be warm and muggy. Conditions are expected to reach the mid-80s and be humid with some scattered clouds but dry for most for the evening's fireworks. (Read more on the forecast)
Where to see fireworks? Dayton's Lights in Flight will be going off at the Riverfront on today at 10 p.m., following a family-friendly festival starting at 5. (Where are the best fireworks shows?)
Find some appropriate Fourth of July fare. Slyder's, for one, has been around for 66 years and is one of Dayton's favorite places to get a juicy burger. Another option, Ashley's Pastry Shop, is a great place to get an apple pie for the Fourth from fresh small-scale to full-size pies. (Find the best menu items for the Fourth)
Cool off at a spray park. Pools could be busy, you could try heading to a spray park to cool off from the heat and humidity while not having to hang out in a pool. (Where are the best ones?)
Remember what's legal and not. Even though lawmakers are considering a bill to legalize fireworks for consumers starting July 1, 2020, Roman candles, bottle rockets and firecrackers are still illegal in Ohio. (What exactly are the laws in Ohio?)
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