658 viewsFourth of July weekend is around the corner and among the BBQ’s and patriotic celebrations, one of the most popular activities to take part in is viewing a spectacular fireworks show.
While you plan for the holiday ahead, here are some of the fireworks shows happening in your area and where to secure the best viewing spot, as you gather with family and friends.
New York City
The highly-anticipated Macy’s Annual Fourth of July Fireworks show, taking place on July 4, will feature live musical performances, and invigorating pyrotechnics that will light up the sky over the East River. In addition to the entire show being televised, here are the best viewing locations across New York City to catch the heart-pounding display in person:
Manhattan
- 1st Ave. & East 42nd Street
- 1st Ave. & East 34th Street
- 1st Ave. & East 20th Street
Brooklyn
- Newtown Barge Park
- Transmitter Park
- Marsha P. Johnson State Park
Queens
- Gantry Plaza State Park
New Jersey
July 3: Brookdale Park's 4th of July Celebration -- Montclair
The Hamptons
There are several different fireworks shows across the Hamptons, taking place throughout the holiday weekend. From Sag Harbor Village to Umbrella Beach, here are a few different fireworks shows that you can consider attending:
July 1: The John A. Ward Independence Day Fireworks – Sag Harbor Village
July 2: North Sea Fire Dept. Annual Summer Carnival – Southampton
July 4: Fourth of July Grucci Fireworks – Umbrella Beach, Montauk Village
Connecticut
Throughout Connecticut, there are several public parks hosting impressive fireworks shows that you won't want to miss! Here are a few different places that you can attend, i celebration of the Fourth of July:
July 1: Binney Park – Greenwich
July 1: Waveny Park – New Canaan
July 4: Wilton High School – Wilton
Miami
Bring the entire family to one of the various locations around the Greater Miami area hosting fireworks shows, the celebrate the Fourth of July.
July 4: Biltmore Hotel – Coral Gables
July 4: Independence Day Fireworks and Patriot Concert – Lummus Park, South Beach
July 4: 4th of July with Miami Symphony Orchestra (Fireworks-Free Done show) – Peacock Park, Coconut Grove
July 4: Star-Spangled Awesome: Independence Day Celebration – The Wharf, Downtown Miami
