More: Here's where to watch Fourth of July fireworks in South Jersey Best times to travel during July 4 week: Monday, July 1: Minimal traffic impact expected Tuesday, July 2: After 7 p.m. Fourth of July festivities are set to kick off in Ocean City, Maryland, this week. Here's a look at what to expect with parking, traffic and more. Thousands of New Jersey residents are heading south on the Garden State Parkway on their way to the Jersey Shore for the Fourth of July holiday. A record number of Americans are expected to travel for the 4th of July. AAA projects 72.2 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home. Keep reading to find out when you should travel for the 4th of July to avoid the worst of the traffic, and which times are the best for getting to and from your destination. Planning Tip Most New Jersey July 4th events are FREE to attend and perfect for families! Celebrations typically run from late June through July 6, with peak festivities on July 4th featuring spectacular fireworks over beaches, rivers, and historic venues. Pack your patience if you’re traveling this Fourth of July, AAA reports – NJ Top News Jen Ursillo Published: June 30, 2025 Here’s what you should know before hitting the road. More than 2 million New Jersey residents are expected to travel – 1.7 million of them by car. Matt Trapani • Jun 30, 2025, 7:18 PM There are plenty of 4th of July fireworks happening for 2025. Here's a list of displays in Hoboken, Jersey City, + beyond. Early Getaway Service on July 3; Modified HBLR Service in Jersey City on July 4th for Fireworks Show July 1, 2025 NEWARK, NJ – NJ TRANSIT is recognizing our nation’s Independence Day with “early getaway” rail and bus service beginning on Thursday, July 3rd, to help customers get a head start to their holiday. IMPORTANT NOTE: On July 4th, beverages of any kind, in any type of container Three fireworks shows in one! Toms River’s Shelter Cove is where you want to be on Sunday for the ultimate 4th of July weekend experience. Perhaps the biggest event of the week is a free beach concert on Sunday, July 6th, offering a spectacular bayfront view of fireworks displays across the Barnegat Bay in Seaside Heights and Lavallette. Before fighting your way through Fourth of July traffic, AAA recommends taking the following precautions: get routine vehicle maintenance done beforehand, and make sure to pack an emergency kit. Along with the weather, forecasts have been issued on the weekend's expected travel volume. AAA's 4th of July travel forecast predicted a record number of domestic travelers this holiday weekend A 'pavement heave' caused a portion of the roadway on the Garden State Parkway to buckle on Tuesday evening, causing a major traffic jam. Fourth of July travel could set records. News 12’s Lauren Due has information on what drivers can expect when traveling for the Fourth of July week. Here are the best and worst times to hit the road to avoid holiday traffic congestion this July 4th weekend. July 4 weekend could hit record travel volumes as 72 million Americans are expected to travel next week. Here are the best times to avoid the crowds. Record numbers of travelers are expected to hit the road for the 4th of July this week. Many are headed to Jersey Shore destinations like Margate. FLORHAM PARK, NJ - The Florham Park Police have informed residents of traffic restrictions in advance of the 4th of July parade.See their message below:Please be advised in the interest of safety
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