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Willdwood's 4th of July celebration includes a parade, live music, and spectacular fireworks. Photo courtesy of the Greater Wildwoods Tourism Authority
Willdwood's 4th of July celebration includes a parade, live music, and spectacular fireworks. Photo courtesy of the Greater Wildwoods Tourism Authority
6/18/23 - By Michelle Vames

The Garden State's 4th of July fireworks shows are bigger and brighter than ever. We've got the scoop on where to catch New Jersey's 4th of July fireworks shows and other Independence Day activities, from small-town celebrations to waterfront extravaganzas. Many of these festivals round out the fun with food trucks, live music, and children's activities, and most are FREE to attend. 

Firework spectaculars take place on or around 4th of July weekend. For even more holiday-weekend fun, be sure to check out our Activity Calendar and Ultimate New Jersey Kids Summer Vacation Guide.

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The State Fair Meadowlands puts on a thrilling fireworks display on July 3 and 4. Photo courtesy of the State Fair Meadowlands
The State Fair Meadowlands puts on a thrilling fireworks display on July 3 and 4. Photo courtesy of the State Fair Meadowlands

Best 4th of July Fireworks in North Jersey

Cedar Grove Fireworks

Cedar Grove–FREE
Thursday, June 29, 2023
Head to the turf field at Panther Park with your picnic blanket and spread out to enjoy the fireworks. Prior to the show, entertainment includes a DJ, balloon artist, crafts, obstacle course and refreshments.  READ MORE

Verona Fireworks

Verona–FREE
Friday, June 30, 2023
Get a jump-start on the holiday weekend in Verona, which celebrates with sparklers a few days early. Enjoy DJ music prior to the fireworks display. READ MORE

Lyndhurst Fireworks

Lyndhurst–FREE
Friday, June 30, 2023
Head over to this patriotic party on Riverside Avenue, with food trucks, vendors and a fireworks display at dusk. READ MORE

Lake Hopatcong Fireworks

Mount Arlington–FREE
Friday, June 30, 2023
The Lake Hopatcong Yacht Club sponsors this annual fireworks spectacular, which sends sparklers flying high above the lake from floating docks. READ MORE

Scotch Plains Annual Independence Day Fireworks Celebration

Scotch Plains–FREE
Saturday, July 1, 2023
Celebrate an early Independence Day at the Scotch Hills Golf Course when fireworks set the sky on fire. Pre-show entertainment is planned. Fireworks begin at 9pm. READ MORE

State Fair Meadowlands

East Rutherford
Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, July 4, 2023
The jam-packed State Fair Meadowlands returns for 18 days with more than 100 rides and attractions, including Jurassic Kingdom, plus plenty of food and entertainment. Fireworks take place July 3-4. READ MORE

Union Fireworks

Union–FREE
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
This festive evening begins with a concert featuring the Silver Arrow Band, followed by the fireworks spectacular. Bring a chair or blanket.  READ MORE

Livingston 4th of July Celebration

Livingston–FREE
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Livingston's 4th of July celebration is an all-day affair, featuring rides, games, food trucks, pony rides, a photo booth, and live entertainment.  READ MORE

Jersey City Freedom & Fireworks Festival

Jersey City–FREE
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Celebrate Independence Day on the waterfront at the annual Jersey City 4th of July Festival. The fun includes three barges of fireworks, a street fair and live music. READ MORE
Milltown's 4th of July celebration kicks off with a good, old-fashioned parade through town. Courtesy of the organizers
Milltown's 4th of July celebration kicks off with a good, old-fashioned parade through town. Courtesy of the organizers

Best 4th of July Fireworks in Central Jersey

Hamilton Township Independence Day Concert & Fireworks

Hamilton–FREE
Friday, June 30, 2023
Music, food and fun kick off the celebration at Hamilton Township's Veterans Park. Stick around to see the fireworks fly beginning at 9:30pm. READ MORE

Highland Park Fireworks

Highland Park–FREE
Sunday, July 2, 2023
Food trucks, music, and fun are the pre-show to this fireworks display, which begins at 9:20pm.  READ MORE

Perth Amboy Fireworks

Perth Amboy–FREE
Monday, July 3, 2023
View one of the state's biggest fireworks displays over the Raritan Bay. The fun begins at 3pm with food and festivities, topped off with fireworks at night. READ MORE

Milltown 4th of July

Milltown–FREE
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Milltown celebrates the 4th of July with a full roster of events, including a fishing derby, parade, duck race, food, music and fireworks.  READ MORE
Jenkinson's Boardwalk lights up with fireworks on the 4th of July. Photo courtesy of Jenkinson's
Jenkinson's Boardwalk lights up with fireworks on the 4th of July. Photo courtesy of Jenkinson's

Best 4th of July Fireworks on the Jersey Shore

Atlantic City Fireworks

Atlantic City–FREE
Friday, June 30, 2023
Kick off the summer with a fireworks display at North Beach AC. Multiple viewing locations are available, including Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City, Ocean Casino Resort, Resorts Casino Hotel, Showboat Hotel, and Steel Pier.  READ MORE

Jenkinson's Annual 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular

Point Pleasant Beach–FREE
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Jenkinson's action-packed boardwalk celebrates the 4th of July with a dazzling fireworks display. READ MORE

Wildwood 4th of July Fireworks

Wildwood–FREE
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
The beach town hosts its annual Independence Day celebration with a fireworks spectacular visible from almost anywhere on the Wildwoods Boardwalk.  READ MORE

Oceanfest

Long Branch–FREE
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
All are invited to Oceanfest, an all-day, family-friendly festival that brings together the most memorable sights, sounds and sensations of the summer season. Oceanfest combines community and cultural events and tops off with spectacular fireworks. READ MORE

Ocean City 4th of July Celebration

Ocean City–FREE
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Celebrate Independence Day down the shore in Ocean City with a kite flying competition, live entertainment, and a boardwalk fireworks display. READ MORE

Best 4th of July Fireworks in South Jersey

Mount Holly Fireworks

Mount Holly–FREE
Monday, July 3, 2023
Celebrate Independence Day with a festive fireworks display at Ironworks Park. Round out the fun with live music, giveaways, rides, and food trucks.  READ MORE

Camden Waterfront Freedom Festival

Camden–FREE
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Celebrate Independence Day at the Freedom Festival, presented by the Camden County Board of Freeholders and the City of Camden. Families can expect patriotic fun, live music, and an amazing fireworks show over the Delaware River. READ MORE

More Fun 4th of July Events in New Jersey

Paramus 4th of July Pre Fireworks & Food Truck & Music Fest

Paramus
Sunday, July 2, 2023
The Paramus 4th of July Committee is teaming up with MegaBite Events for a celebration the nation's 247th birthday. The official pre-fireworks festival kicks off at noon, featuring 18+ food vendors and activities for all ages. READ MORE

Little Falls Annual 4th of July Street Fair

Little Falls–FREE
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Main Street in Little Falls hosts this big block party on Independence Day. Stroll the blocks-long celebration with food, vendors, crafts, children's activities, and live entertainment. READ MORE

Independence Day Celebration at Longstreet Farm

Holmdel–FREE
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Celebrate Independence Day with an old-school flair. Longstreet Farms takes the party back to the 1890s. Enjoy old-fashioned patriotism and celebrate with games, music, and more. READ MORE

Ridgewood 4th of July Celebration

Ridgewood–FREE
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Join the 113th annual Ridgewood 4th of July celebration with the theme "Made in America." The day starts with a flag raising at 9am followed by a parade stepping off at 10am. READ MORE

4th of July Parade at Historic Smithville

Galloway–FREE
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Come out and celebrate the nation's birth. Historic Smithville has the largest 4th of July parade in all of New Jersey. The parade starts at 9am, and 10,000 people are expected to line the parade route.  READ MORE

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