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# Henrico fireworks cut short after youth fight disrupts festivities
- URL: https://www.richmonder.org/henrico-fireworks-cut-short-after-youth-fight-disrupts-festivities/
- Published: 2026-07-05T17:06:12.000Z
- Updated: 2026-07-31T01:34:51.000Z
- Description: As the fireworks began a second, larger fight broke out, causing organizers to end the show entirely.
- Author: Michael Phillips
- Tags: Henrico County

Several fights among juveniles cut short a fireworks celebration in Henrico's Dorey Park on Friday night.

The July 3 event was first disrupted when a group of juveniles were fighting inside the park, causing organizers to begin the fireworks show earlier than anticipated.

But as the fireworks began, a second, larger fight broke out, causing organizers to end the show entirely.

One juvenile was taken into custody and charged with underage possession of a firearm, [**according to 8News**](https://www.wric.com/news/local-news/henrico-county/juvenile-charged-henrico-250th-celebration/). 

“Henrico continues to encourage parents to accompany their children at these family-friendly events,” Henrico wrote in a statement to the station. “Everyone plays a role in keeping our parks safe and enjoyable.”

Saturday's event was canceled midday on Saturday as forecasts called for an increasing chance of evening thunderstorms.

*Contact Michael Phillips at* [*mphillips@richmonder.org*](mailto:mphillips@richmonder.org)*.*