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Looking for the best 4th of July fireworks shows in New York? Look no further — we’ve compiled a list of some of the most extravagant, colorful pyrotechnics shows happening in the state.
Here’s what you need to know about where to go if you want to be amazed by nature this Fourth of July. Think Western New York, the Finger Lakes, and the Hudson Valley.
Wednesday July 3rd
Fireworks on the River in Brewerton
Visitors can enjoy a community party and kid’s zone at Riverfront Park, a boat parade on the river, and food trucks at Bear Creek Restaurant prior to the evening’s fireworks display. Visitors beware: The area will be packed with cars and people prior to the fireworks display. Plan to find a parking spot ahead of time!
Where: South bank of the Oneida River in Brewerton
When the fireworks start: At sunset
Thursday July 4th
Irondequoit’s 4th of July Festival
The all-day event in the city includes a 10K and 2K run, a craft fair, a watermelon eating contest, live music and a parade at 11 a.m.
Where: 1280 Titus Ave. in Irondequoit
When the fireworks start: Around 9:45 pm
Fireworks Spectacular on July 4th at Walkway Over the Hudson
You can watch the fireworks for free from Waryas Park at the foot of Main Street, or purchase a $25 ticket for an unobstructed view of the fireworks on the walkway itself by visiting walkway.org . The entire event runs from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: 61 Parker Ave. in Poughkeepsie
When the fireworks start: Around 9:20 pm
Jones Beach Fireworks Spectacle
This year’s 25-minute show is inspired by Barbie, Beyoncé and Taylor Swift and is free with the park’s $10 admission price.
Where: 1 Ocean Parkway, Wantagh, Long Island
When the fireworks start: 9:30 pm
Fireworks in Hudson Valley: Fireworks, parades before or around July 4th in Westchester, Rockland, Putnam
4th of July Celebration in Lyndonville
This Orleans County festival is one of the largest Fourth of July events in Western New York, according to its sponsor, the Lyndonville Lions Club. Events run throughout the day — a craft show, a parade at noon, a chicken barbecue and live music — until the fireworks at 10 p.m.
Where: 2 South Main St. in Lyndonville
When the fireworks start: 10:00 p.m.
Union City Extravaganza on July 4th
The festive gathering in Highland Park in the city of Union wouldn’t be complete without the annual chicken barbecue, local entertainment and an explosive fireworks display.
Where: 801 Hooper Rd. in Endwell
When the fireworks start: 9:30 pm
4th of July Celebration in Lake Placid
Be sure to attend the Lake Placid Horse Show, Parade, live music and fireworks at Mirror Lake in the Adirondacks region on July 4th.
Where: Main Street, Lake Placid
When the fireworks start: 9:30 pm
Fourth of July Celebration in New York State
The event in the state capital, which claims to have “the best fireworks in the region,” includes live music from Bruce Hornsby and The Noisemakers, a flyover by 109AW New York Air Guard, pony rides and a bounce house.
Where: Empire State Plaza in Albany
When the fireworks start: Around 9:15 pm
Fireworks on July 4th in Watkins Glen
Enjoy live music and concessions before the fireworks in Clute Park overlooking Seneca Lake. The beach, spray pad, basketball courts, playground and skate park are open all day and into the night.
Where: 586 E 4th Street in Watkins Glen
When the fireworks start: Around 9:30 pm
Saturday July 6th
Canandaigua Independence Day Celebration
Earlier in the day, enjoy a parade down Main Street, from City Hall to Booth Street. Once night falls, fireworks are set off from Kershaw Park on the north shore of Canandaigua Lake.
Where: 155 Lakeshore Dr. in Canandaigua
When the fireworks start: At sunset
Emily Barnes is the New York State Team consumer advocacy reporter for the USA TODAY Network. Contact Barnes at [email protected] or on Twitter @byemilybarnes.
