North Jersey Readies for Spectacular Fourth of July Fireworks
As Independence Day approaches, North Jersey communities are preparing for a dazzling array of fireworks displays across Bergen, Essex, Morris, Sussex, and Union Counties. Residents and visitors can look forward to a variety of events celebrating America’s birthday with vibrant colors lighting up the night sky.
Bergen County kicks off its festivities with East Rutherford hosting fireworks on both July 3rd and July 4th at State Fair Meadowlands, located at 1 MetLife Stadium Dr. For more details, visit njfair.com. Meanwhile, Ridgewood will illuminate Veterans Field on July 4th, with a rain date scheduled for July 5th. Details can be found at ridgewoodjuly4th.com.
Fair Lawn plans its fireworks for June 27th at Memorial Park, offering an early celebration with a rain date set for July 1st. Visit fairlawn.org for event specifics. Nearby, Lyndhurst hosts its fireworks on July 2nd behind the Little League Fields on Riverside Ave. More information is available at lyndhurstnj.org.
In Maywood, fireworks will light up Memorial Park on July 6th, with a rain date on July 7th. Learn more at maywoodnj.com. Oradell celebrates on July 3rd at Memorial Field, with a rain date scheduled for July 5th. Details can be found at oradell.org.
Paramus concludes the county’s celebrations on June 30th at Cliff Gennarelli Sport Complex. For event details, visit paramus4thofjuly.com.
Moving to Essex County, Bloomfield/Montclair will host fireworks on July 3rd at Brookdale Park. More information can be found at TapInto.com. Cedar Grove plans its fireworks for July 1st at Panther Park Field, with a rain date set for July 2nd. Visit cedargrovenj.org for event specifics.
Millburn-Short Hills welcomes residents and visitors on July 4th at Millburn High School. Learn more at mshjuly4th.com. Livingston celebrates at Memorial Oval & Park on July 4th, offering a central location for community gatherings. Details are available at livingstonnj.org.
Newark kicks off the celebrations on June 28th at Branch Brook Park, with additional fireworks planned for July 2nd at Weequahic Park. Visit TapInto.com for event details.
In Morris County, Dover will host its fireworks on July 3rd at Hamilton Field Complex, with a rain date scheduled for July 5th. Visit dover.nj.us for more information. Lake Hopatcong/Mount Arlington celebrates on June 28th at Lake Hopatcong Yacht Club, with a rain date set for June 29th. Learn more at lhyc.com.
Mendham plans its fireworks for June 30th, with details to be announced closer to the event date at mendhamtownship.org. Montville hosts fireworks on June 28th at Montville Township High School, with a rain date on June 30th. More information is available at montville4th.com.
Randolph wraps up Morris County’s celebrations on July 13th at 214 Center Grove Rd, offering a late celebration for residents. Visit randolphnj.org for event details.
In Sussex County, Augusta hosts fireworks on June 29th, July 3rd, July 4th, and July 13th at Skylands Stadium. Details can be found at sussexcountyminers.com.
Union County welcomes fireworks enthusiasts with Roselle Park kicking off its celebrations on July 1st at Herm Shaw Field, with a rain date on July 5th. Visit rosellepark.net for event specifics. Scotch Plains hosts its fireworks on June 29th at Shady Rest Country Clubhouse, with a rain date set for June 30th. Learn more at scotchplainsnj.gov.
Summit celebrates on July 4th at Soldiers Memorial Field, providing a picturesque setting for the community. Details are available at summitcommunityprograms.com. Union concludes the county’s festivities on July 4th at Biertuempfel Park, with a rain date scheduled for July 5th. Visit uniontownship.com for event details.
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