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.
Here are more upcoming events
- Super 70’s Rock Show Set for Tonight at Toms River’s Shelter Cove BeachTOMS RIVER, N.J. – The music is back on for Thursday night as the Super 70’s Rock Show featuring Super Trans Am takes the stage at Shelter Cove Beach following a weather-related postponement earlier this week. The free community concert begins at 7 p.m. at Shelter Cove Beach, 1390 Bay Avenue, and is presented by
- Tonight’s Toms River Concert and Fireworks Rescheduled to ThursdayToms River, NJ – Residents are invited to head to Shelter Cove Beach on Thursday evening as the Toms River Recreation Department presents another installment of the township’s popular Summer Concert Series featuring the Super 70s Rock Show. NOTE: Due to forecasted rain storms, the concert has been rescheduled to Thursday. The free event begins
- Rain and flooding forces closure of Ocean County Fair as last day arrivesBerkeley Township, NJ — The Ocean County Fair is set to reopen Sunday for its final day after severe thunderstorms and flooding forced organizers to close the fairgrounds Saturday evening due to safety concerns. Fair officials announced that heavy rain left significant flooding across the property, creating hazardous conditions around electrical equipment and wiring. “Unfortunately,
- Free Hamlin the Magician Show Tonight at Shelter Cove Beach in Toms RiverFamilies can enjoy a free outdoor magic show Thursday evening as the Toms River Kids Summer Concert Series continues at Shelter Cove Beach. Toms River, NJ – Families looking for a free summer activity can head to Shelter Cove Beach Thursday evening, where Hamlin the Magician will perform as part of the Toms River Kids
- Legendary Infernos Draw Huge Crowd to Toms River’s Shelter Cove Summer ConcertTOMS RIVER, N.J. – Another large crowd turned out Tuesday night at Shelter Cove Beach as the Legendary Infernos took the stage during the Toms River Summer Concert Series presented by Mayor Daniel T. Rodrick and the Toms River Recreation Department. Residents packed the waterfront venue, with many gathering on the beach while others watched
- Toms River Summer Concert Series Continues Tonight With The Infernos at Shelter Cove BeachToms River, NJ – Residents and visitors are invited to Shelter Cove Beach on Tuesday evening for the latest installment of the Toms River Summer Concert Series, featuring a free performance by The Infernos. The concert begins at 7 p.m. and is presented by Mayor Daniel T. Rodrick and the Toms River Recreation Department. Food
- Breakwater Beach Waterpark Offers Free Admission to New Jersey Beach LifeguardsSEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Breakwater Beach Waterpark is recognizing New Jersey’s beach lifeguards with five evenings of free admission this summer as part of a partnership with the New Jersey Swim Safety Alliance to celebrate the men and women who protect swimmers along the Jersey Shore. The “We Love New Jersey Beach Lifeguards!” program will
- Toms River Summer Concert Series and Fireworks Continues Tuesday with Garden State Radio at Shelter CoveToms River, NJ – The Township of Toms River’s popular Summer Concert Series continues Tuesday evening as Garden State Radio takes the stage at Shelter Cove Beach, following one of the biggest nights of the summer that packed the waterfront with music fans on land and hundreds of spectators on boats. The free concert begins
- Wall Township Cancels Firecracker 5 Race After Storm Brings Down Large TreesWall Township, NJ – The Wall Township Police Department announced that the annual Firecracker 5 race scheduled for Saturday has been canceled after severe thunderstorms brought down two large trees overnight. Police said the decision was made following Friday night’s storms, which caused significant tree damage in the area and created safety concerns for runners,
- Huge Crowd Shows as Toms River’s America 250 Celebration Featured Live Music and Fireworks on the BeachMore than 1,200 people packed Shelter Cove Park for Toms River’s America 250 celebration, capping weeks of political controversy over whether the Independence Day event would happen at all. TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Approximately 1,500 residents gathered Tuesday evening at Shelter Cove Park as Toms River celebrated America’s 250th anniversary with live music, waterfront fireworks,
