Atlantic
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Atlantic City: July 4th
At the Atlantic City Boardwalk, a fireworks display will be hosted by Tropicana at 10pm. The fireworks are launched from the beachfront and can be viewed along the boardwalk.
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Atlantic City: July 4th
Borgata in the Marina District will have a fireworks display on July 4th starting at 9:20pm. Before the display, the National Anthem will be sung by American Idol finalist, and NJ native, Mara Justine.Β Public viewing is available from the surface lot starting at 6pm ($5 for self parking, $10 for valet.)
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Northfield: July 4th
Northfield’s 4th of July Parade will begin at 10am, traveling down Shore Road and Mill Road, before continuing to Birch Grove Park. There will be complimentary hot dogs and soda at the Burton Avenue Fire Station Pavilion at the conclusion of the parade along with frozen treats by the Northfield Mothersβ League. Rain date is Saturday. July 10th.
Bergen
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Allendale: July 4th
4th of July activities are held by the Allendale Holiday Observers with daytime events starting at 8:30am at the Recreation Park with field events, contests, and races. During the evening, festivities take place at Crestwood Lake starting at 7:30pm with a concert by the Community Band of Waldwick with fireworks at 9pm (Fireworks are admission by ticket only for Allendale Residents and their guests, see this page for admission info and about modifications for 2021.)
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East Rutherford: July 3rd & 4th
State Fair Meadowlands, the largest fair in New Jersey, will have fireworks on July 3rd & 4th along with over 100 rides and attractions, free entertainment, a huge selection of food, and more!
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Fair Lawn: July 1st
Fair Lawn’s Fireworks Show takes place at Memorial Park on July 1st. Gates open at 6:45pm and will feature live music by The Shotz, food vendors, and fireworks at approximately 9pm. Admission is required, see the website for more info.
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Ridgewood: July 5th
Ridgewood’s 111th annual 4th of July Celebration takes place on July 5th and begins with a flag raising at 9am at Wilsey Square with a Parade to follow at 10am, starting at Monroe St & Godwin Ave and ending at Northern Pkwy & Meadowbrook Ave. There will be no evening events or fireworks this year.
Burlington
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Mount Holly: July 3rd
Mount Holly’s Independence Day events take place on July 3rd. Festivities begin at 6pm at Iron Works Park featuring live music, over 25 food vendors and merchants, and fireworks at sundown.
- Riverton: July 3rd
Camden
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Camden: July 4th
Camden County’s Freedom Festival kicks off at 5pm on July 4th at Wiggins Waterfront Park. The festival will feature music by the Tri-County Symphonic Band at 5pm, Arnetta Johnson & SunnyΒ at 6:30pm, and Southside Johnny & The Asbury JukesΒ at 8pm with the fireworks spectacular over the Delaware River to follow at 9:30pm.
- Collingswood: July 4th
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Haddon Twp: July 3rd
Haddon will hold their Happy Birthday America Celebration on July 3rd. The township’s Independence Day Parade steps off at 11:30am starting at the Municipal Building and ending at Crystal Lake Pool. At dusk, fireworks will be held at Haddon Township High School (rain date for the fireworks is July 5th.)
Cape May
- Avalon: July 4th
- Lower Twp: July 3rd
- Ocean City: July 4th
- Sea Isle City: July 4th
- Wildwood Crest: July 4th
Cumberland
Essex
- Cedar Grove: July 1st
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Livingston: July 4th
July 4th events will take place near Memorial Oval on Robert Harp Drive. Events throughout the day include Livingston’s 27th Annual Auto Fest from 9am-3pm, family and kids activities from 9am-3pm, and beer & wine cafe from 3:30pm-7pm with live bands. Main stage entertainment and fireworks have been postponed to a later date.
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Millburn: July 4th
Millburn’s Annual July 4th Celebration, presented by the Millburn/Short Hills Fourth of July Committee. Morning events begin at 9am with a flag raising ceremony at Taylor Park, followed by family activities including a magician, Revolutionary War reenactors, chalk decorating, and Red White & Blue Scavenger hunt. Evening events take place at Millburn High School. Gates open at 7pm and features DJ entertainment, food and ice cream trucks, and fireworks at 9pm (admission is $10 per person.)
- West Orange: July 4th
Gloucester
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Wenonah: July 3rd
The Wenonah Lions Club will hold their 65th Independence Day Celebration on July 3rd with several activities throughout the day including the annual Parade along Mantua Ave at 8:30am, Patriotic Ceremony and events at Wenonah Park starting at 10am along with a beer garden with live music by The Local 12.
Hudson
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Jersey City: July 4th
Jersey City’s spectacular fireworks over the Hudson will return in 2021! Fireworks will take place on July 4th at 9:30, and will be launched from two barges on the Hudson River, viewable from both NJ and NY sides of the Hudson River Waterfront. The Jersey City Midnight Market at Exchange Place will be having food, drinks, shopping, and music from 12 noon – 10pm.
Hunterdon
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Lebanon: July 4th
Lebanon’s 74th annual 4th of July Parade takes place on July 4th. Events begin at 11am with the Children’s Parade on Main at Sutton Place (registration at 9:30am, judging at 10:30am.) The Main Parade kicks off at 11:30am near Main St & Rt 22, traveling down Myrtle before proceeding down Brunswick Ave. Festivities will be at Holjes-Sheppard Park following the parade.
Mercer
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Hamilton Twp: July 2nd
Hamilton Twp will have their Independence Day Concert and Fireworks at Veterans Park on July 2nd. Gates open at 6pm with music by The Heartbeats followed by fireworks at 9:30pm. Rain date for this event is July 3rd.
Note: Due to the weather, this event has been postponed to July 3rd!
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West Windsor: July 3rd & 4th
Along with rides, games, food, and entertainment, the L.E.A.D. Fest State Fair at Mercer County Park will be having fireworks on July 3rd and 4th. Admission is free for Mercer county residents after 6pm on July 3rd and 4th ($8 per person for non-residents.)Β The fair runs from July 1st to the 11th.
Middlesex
- East Brunswick: July 4th
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Milltown: July 3rd
Milltown’s 4th of July celebration is back with a bang! Festivities in the morning include a fishing derby at 6am at the Milltown Rescue Squad, Fun Run at 7:30am followed by the 5K race at 8am, parade along Main St at 10am, and St. Paul’s rubber duck race at 12:30pm. Evening events around Bradford Park start at 6pm and include music by Mr. Ray at 6pm and The Milltones at 7:15pm, with fireworks at 9:30pm.
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North Brunswick: July 4th
The North Brunswick Youth Sports Festival will hold a fireworks display on July 4th at 10pm. Along with fireworks, the festival also features carnival rides, food, midway shows, and more! Admission is $7 per person.
Monmouth
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Atlantic Highlands: July 2nd
As part of the Atlantic Highlands Firemen’s Fair, fireworks will be held at the Atlantic Highlands Municipal Harbor on Friday July 2nd. The fair runs from June 30th – July 3rd featuring rides, games, and food!
- Manasquan: July 2nd
Morris
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Dover: July 3rd
Dover will hold their annual 4th of July Fireworks Celebration on July 3rd, located at King’s Field/North Dover Elementary School. Gates open at 6:30pm and will feature live music by La Leyenda La Vida, food & beverages, and fireworks at dark. Parking is available at Dover High School. Rain date is July 5th.
- Lake Hopatcong: July 4th
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Randolph: July 1st - 3rd
Randolph’s annual Freedom Festival will take place at the Community College of Morris from Thursday, July 1st, through Saturday, July 3rd. Rides, games, food, DJ entertainment, vendors, and fun! Fireworks will be held on Friday night at 9:45pm. Parade Day is Saturday with the parade kicking off at 10am, running along Dover Chester Road & Quaker Church Road. The festival runs from 6-11pm each night.
Ocean
- Beachwood: July 4th
- Jackson: July 2nd - 4th
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Point Pleasant: July 4th
Jenkinson’s Boardwalk will be hosting a fireworks display on the beach on July 4th. Jenkinson’s also holds fireworks every Thursday night June through the first week of September.
Passaic
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Clifton: July 4th
On the 4th, Clifton will host their City Picnic from 12-6pm at Main Memorial Park featuring food, crafts, clowns, free activities and rides for children. In the evening, fireworks will be held at Clifton High School Stadium at dusk. The picnic is free. Fireworks admission is $3, tickets can be purchased at the City Clerk’s Office
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Little Falls: July 4th
The Little Falls PBA #346 will host their annual Street Fair along Main St and Stevens Ave from 10am – 5pm. Craft and retail vendors, great food, kiddie rides, entertainment, and much more!
Salem
Somerset
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Franklin Twp: July 2nd
Franklin Township will hold their Independence Day Fireworks on July 2nd, at the Franklin Twp Municipal Complex. Festivities begin at 7:30pm with live music at the gazebo with fireworks at 9:15pm. Rain date is July 9th.
Note: This event has been postponed to July 9th!
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North Plainfield: July 10th
North Plainfield will hold their Fireworks on Saturday, July 10th, located at West End Elementary School. The festivities begin with a concert at 7pm with fireworks to follow at dusk. Rain date is July 11th.
Sussex
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Augusta: July 4th
The Sussex County Miners will hold Hometown Heroes Night on July 4th featuring an EMS, Police, and Fire parade around the field, along with their largest fireworks display of the season after the game. Gates open at 4:35pm with first pitch at 6:05pm; tickets can be purchased at the SC Miners’ website.
Union
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Roselle Park: July 1st
Roselle Park’s Annual Independence Day celebration will be held on July 1st at the Roselle Park High School athletic fields. Gates open at 5pm and features live music, food trucks, inflatable rides, and fireworks at dusk. Rain date is July 5th.
- Scotch Plains: July 3rd