With July 4th fast approaching, it’s time to lock in your plans for one of NYC’s most iconic summer traditions: the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks. This year’s show promises to be just as spectacular, with more than 80,000 shells set to be launched along the East River, lighting up the sky in a dazzling 25-minute display. America’s largest Independence Day celebration will illuminate the NYC skyline for the 49th annual Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks®, featuring thousands of shells launched from four barges positioned on the lower East River in the Seaport District. The Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks show will light up the New York City skyline with a stunning display launched from barges along the East River, near the Brooklyn Bridge. The 49th edition of the nation’s largest Independence Day celebration will fire more than 80,000 shells that will include 30 vibrant colors and awe-inspiring effects The Macy's 4th of July Fireworks return to the East River this year after last year's Hudson River launch. Here's everything to know about best places to watch, weather and traffic. When it comes to celebrating the Fourth of July in New York City, the options for fireworks viewing are nothing short of spectacular. Picture yourself at Brooklyn Bridge Park, watching vibrant bursts light up the skyline, or enjoying a serene evening on Governors Island. Each location offers a distinct experience that captures the essence of The Macy’s Fourth of July fireworks show is returning to the East River after briefly relocating to the Hudson River last year, officials said Wednesday. What to know about Macy's 2025 fireworks in New York City The fireworks will be fired from four barges on the lower East River and the pyrotechnics will reach 1,000 feet (305 meters). Last year saw the Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks display move over to the Hudson River for the first time in over a decade, but this summer it is returning to the East River once again. The fireworks will launch from barges on the East River beside Brooklyn Bridge Park, giving those hoping to catch the show plenty of options for viewing. The Macy’s celebration, replete with 80,000 firework shells and 11 new pyrotechnic effects, returns to the East River after heading over to the Hudson in 2024. June 4, 2025 Lighting Up Iconic New York City Skyline, 49th Edition of Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Will Fire from Barges on East River at the Seaport District, and Iconic Brooklyn Bridge, Providing Miles of Prime Viewing for New Yorkers NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and Macy’s today announced that on Friday, July 4th, the annual Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks show will Here's what you need to know about the 49th annual Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Show, including the location, list of NYC street closures, best places to watch and performers. NYC’s most dazzling 4th of July fireworks show is set to return to the East River this year. Per Macy’s website, they’ll soon be releasing information about the best public places to watch the 4th of July fireworks, which are expected to kick off at 9:25 p.m. But we’ve gone ahead and compiled our own list of downtown viewing spots The 49th edition of the Macys 4th of July Fireworks will fire from the iconic Brooklyn Bridge and four barges positioned on the lower East River in the Seaport District, providing miles of prime public viewing On Friday, July 4, Macys will launch the Macy's 4 th of July Fireworks (r) from the iconic Brooklyn Bridge and four surrounding barges in the East River in the Seaport District, painting “The Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks show is one of New York City’s most iconic traditions, drawing millions from across our city, the country, and the globe to witness a world-class celebration of America’s birthday right here in the heart of the Big Apple,” said Mayor Eric Adams. Source / Macy’s The 2025 show will be a celebration of New York City’s 400th anniversary. “The Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks show is one of New York City’s most iconic traditions, drawing thousands from across our city, the country, and the globe to witness a world-class celebration of America’s birthday right here in the heart of the Big Apple,” New York City Mayor Eric Adams said in a statement. Planning to check out the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks show in person this year? It will launch from the Brooklyn Bridge and four barges in the East River at the Seaport District. New York City The Macy's 4th of July Fireworks show in New York City is headed back to the East River this year, Mayor Eric Adams announced Wednesday. The holiday tradition returns on Friday, July 4, as the Nothing screams 4th of July more than fireworks, especially the annual Macy’s spectacle in NYC. People from all over the world and New Yorkers come together to see the sky light up in red, white Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks Show will return to the East River this Friday, July 4, 2025. Here's where to catch the best views.
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