Beyond Macy's: Free Fireworks in NYC 2013

There's no denying that Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks is the main event. But it's certainly not the only explosive display in town this summer. Some of these fireworks shows honor our nation's birthday, others just celebrate summer in the city.

Here's a list of places and times you can catch fireworks in New York City, besides Manhattan on the Fourth of July.

Manhattan

New York Philharmonic Concerts in the Parks – Central Park
The Great Lawn
Monday, July 15 at 8pm
FREE
The famed orchestra will play outdoor evening concerts in four boroughs and there will be fireworks after three of those performances, including this show Central Park.

Brooklyn

New York Philharmonic Concerts in the Parks – Prospect Park
Grand Army Plaza
Wednesday, July 10 at 8pm
FREE
After the classical program, enjoy a fireworks display.

Coney Island Boardwalk – Coney Island
The boardwalk between West 10th and West 15th Streets
Fridays at 9:30pm June 21 through August 30
FREE
During the day, hit the beach, the amusement parks and the New York Aquarium, and then end your visit with a bang by watching the bombs bursting in air courtesy of Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement Park. Read more about what's going on in Coney Island this summer.

MCU Park – Coney Island
1904 Surf Avenue at West 17th Street
Select home games through Wednesday, September 5. Click here for the complete schedule.
Free with admission
Regardless of which team wins, the Brooklyn Cyclones will set off sparklers over the baseball diamond after eight games this season, mostly on Saturday nights. Plus the stadium offers a perfect view of Deno's sparklers. Read more about minor league baseball in NYC.

Staten Island

Richmond County Bank Ballpark – St. George
75 Richmond Terrace at Hamilton Avenue
Select home games through Sunday, September 1. Click here for the complete schedule.
Free with admission
Not to be outdone by their Brooklyn rivals, the Staten Island Yankees also sponsor pyrotechnics at their stadium, which is just steps away from the ferry terminal. Read about other great things to do in St. George.

Wolfe's Pond Park – South Shore
Cornelia, Holten and Luten Avenues on Raritan Bay
Saturday, June 29: concert starts at 6pm, fireworks begin at 9pm
FREE
A few days before our nation's birthday, hit this lovely Staten Island green space for a concert followed by a fireworks display.

Midland Beach Sea Turtle Circle – Midland Beach
Father Capodanno Boulevard at Jefferson Avenue
Saturdays, July 13 and August 17: beach party starts at noon, fireworks begin at 9pm
FREE
These separate Back to the Beach Celebrations feature complimentary concerts in the afternoon and explosive fireworks finales.

St. George Waterfront Festival – St. George Promenade
Saturday, August 3 1-9pm
Enjoy vendors, live entertainment and fireworks courtesy of Macy's at 9pm.

Midland Beach Sea Turtle Circle – Midland Beach
Father Capodanno Boulevard at Jefferson Avenue
Friday, August 30 6:30-9pm
Enjoy an End of the Summer Doo Wop Concert followed by fireworks.

Queens

Astoria Park Lawn – Astoria
Shore Boulevard near the Hell Gate Bridge
Monday, June 24 at 7:30pm
FREE
Queens celebrates Independence Day a little early with this Grucci fireworks show, featuring the Queens Symphony Orchestra. Read about other fun things to do in Astoria.

The Bronx

Orchard Beach – Pelham Bay Park
1 Orchard Beach Road in Pelham Bay Park
Friday, June 28: festival starts at 6pm, fireworks begin at 9pm
FREE
The Bronx Riviera hosts the New York Salutes America fest, with live music followed by fireworks.

New York Philharmonic Concerts in the Parks – Van Cortlandt Park
Enter from Broadway near West 251st Street. Concert site is north of the baseball fields.
Tuesday, July 16 at 8pm
FREE
After the classical program, enjoy a fireworks display.

Check out our Summer Fun Guide for additional seasonal fun.