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4th of July Fireworks Shows in Orange County

Red, White, and Boom 4th of July at Legoland New York – Goshen

Friday, June 30-Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Celebrate the 4th with four days of "bricktastic" fireworks shows at Legoland New York. The park is open for extended hours during this event, with live music from local bands every night. Special 3D glasses are provided that transform the fireworks into falling bricks. 

Community Day – Newburgh

Friday, June 30, 2023
Get a jump start on the holiday weekend with this evening gathering at the Cronomer and Algonquin parks. There will be food, craft vendors, and live music. The event will be capped off with a fireworks display. Admission is FREE. 


See the West Point Band perform ahead of a sparkly 4th of July fireworks display.

Independence Day Celebration – West Point

Saturday, July 1, 2023
Bring chairs or a blanket and listen to a FREE concert at Trophy Point from some of our most patriotic young adults: the United States Military Academy West Point Band. An impressive fireworks display over the banks of the Hudson River will follow. Rain date: Sunday, July 2, 2023. 

Great American Weekend – Goshen

Saturday, July 1, and Sunday, July 2, 2023
An annual destination for my family, Great American Weekend hosts a dizzying number of handmade, high-quality craft and food vendors. With live music and performances, a carnival, and tons of kids' activities, there is something for everyone. Pro tip: paths are narrow, uneven, and extremely crowded, so it’s best to leave the stroller at home if possible. If not, stick with a lightweight umbrella stroller for easier maneuvering. There is a giant tent with plenty of seating if the sun starts to take a toll. Admission is FREE.

4th of July Celebration – Cornwall

Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Things get kicked off early with a breakfast at the Highland Engine Co., and the celebrating continues all day long with a parade, pet show, children’s art show, games, clowns, inflatables, and food and craft vendors—not to mention music, raffles, family trivia, and even a pie-eating contest! The festivities conclude with a stunning fireworks show, one of the area’s best-known and attended. As such, parking can be extremely difficult, so give yourself extra time. FREE admission. 

Independence Day Parade and Celebration – Highland Falls

Saturday, July 1-Tuesday, July 4, 2023
The Village of Highland Falls goes all out for Independence Day with four days of celebrations, including a parade, 5K race & children's fun run, canoe races, bed races concerts, family games, and a grand fireworks display on the 4th. Admission is FREE. 

Independence Day Food, Fire, and Fun Festival - Washingtonville

Friday, July 7, 2023
Enjoy live music, fun for kids with the Bubble Bus, food and craft vendors, and, of course, fireworks! Admission is FREE. Bring your blankets or lawn chairs and enjoy the festivities.

Fireworks – Greenwood Lake

Saturday, July 1, 2023
Fireworks begin at dusk in Thomas P. Morahan Waterfront Park. Admission is FREE. 

4th of July Fireworks Shows in Rockland County

Rockland Boulders 4th of July – Pomona

Monday, July 3-Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Celebrate America’s birthday with America’s pastime, for way less than you'd pay for a major league game. There will be a special 4th of July fireworks show after the game on July 3rd and 4th. 

Concert and Fireworks – West Nyack

Thursday, June 29, 2023
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy a rock 'n' roll concert on the lawn followed by fireworks. Children's activities will start at 6:30pm. FREE

Fireworks from Memorial Park – Nyack

Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Nyack's annual Independence Day celebration features fireworks over the Hudson River, best viewed from Memorial Park.

4th of July Fireworks Shows in Dutchess County

Hudson Valley Renegades – Wappingers Falls

Friday, June 30 through Monday, July 3, 2023
Root, root, root for the home team as the Hudson Valley Renegades take on the Wilmington Blue Rocks. Cap off the evening with a fireworks display after the game and other fun activities, such as Luau Night and kids running the bases.

4th of July Fireworks Spectacular – Poughkeepsie

Tuesday, July 4, 2023
East and West Approaches Open
Watch a fireworks display like you’ve likely never seen before: in the middle of the Hudson River! You’ll have to pay for a spot on the Walkway for this one, but kids 12 and under are free.

Celebrate Independence Day with Boscobel and the Greater Newburgh Symphony. Photo courtesy of Boscobel House and Gardens

4th of July Fireworks Shows in Putnam County

Celebrate Independence at Boscobel – Garrison

Saturday, July 1, 2023
Bring a chair or a picnic and enjoy a performance by the Greater Newburgh Symphony followed by West Point's fireworks show over the Hudson River.

This post was originally published in 2015 and has been updated for 2023