Celebrate Independence Day and summer across the Hudson Valley with live music, food vendors, and—of course—dazzling fireworks shows. The 4th of July is almost here, and fireworks will be lighting up the night sky all over the Hudson Valley. We have rounded up the top spots to watch these holiday sparklers throughout the region Here’s a rundown of planned Fourth of July celebrations in the Mid-Hudson Valley, based on information provided to the Freeman. Kingston The city will host a fireworks display and celebration on 2025 List of Independence Day festivities in the Hudson Valley of New York. Note: If you are marching in a parade, line-up is usually about 1/2 hour before the start of the parade. If you know of other Fourth of July Celebrations in the Hudson Valley area, please email us and we will add them to this list. Ulster County’s main fireworks event is 4th of July on the Rondout in Kingston at sundown. Sponsored by The Cornell, Brickmen Kitchen + Bar, and O’Connor & Partners, the evening features a live pre-show at T.R. Gallo Park, starting with the NY Funk Alliance, a high-energy seven-piece band Looking for a full list of 4th of July fireworks, parades, and events in the Hudson Valley for 2025? We've got the scoop on where you can find all the festivities for 2025! If you are looking for Fireworks, family-friendly festivals, live music, food trucks, parades, and more -- here's where to Here’s a rundown of planned Fourth of July celebrations in the Mid-Hudson Valley, based on information provided to the Freeman. Kingston The city will host a fireworks display and celebration on Looking to see fireworks near you for the Fourth of July? Check out some of the Lower Hudson Valley displays happening on or after July 4 in honor of the holiday. The Hudson Valley's firework shows for the Fourth of July are plentiful — here are the best shows around the region. Music Fest and Fireworks Thursday, July 3, 2025 beginning at 5pm Cost of admission: Free Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla Pre-concert entertainment begins at 5pm with a guest DJ followed by the Naked Soul Band at 7pm, and fireworks around 9pm. Carpooling or taking mass transit is suggested. Parking a Plan your family's 4th of July in Westchester and the Hudson Valley with our guide to the best kid-friendly fireworks viewing spots in 2025. Includes tips, locations, and activities for a memorable celebration. FIREWORKS Check out these great locations for fireworks, festivals and extravaganzas happening throughout Westchester & The Hudson Valley to celebrate the 4th of July! Events are listed by COUNTY first, then the date within that county-- beginning June 28th though July 6th, 2025! *If you would like your event included, please email Jimmy@Pamal Related: How did July 4 become the U.S.' Independence Day? Firework displays in the Lower Hudson Valley scheduled before July 4 Haverstraw: Fireworks take place 9:30 p.m. July 2 at Bowline Park. Hundreds are expected to head to Kensico Dam in Valhalla this evening for the annual July 4 fireworks show. Westchester County officials strongly suggest arriving early and carpooling or taking Seasonal & Holidays July 4th 2025 Fireworks, Events Around Orange, Dutchess, Ulster Counties Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in the Mid-Hudson Valley. Looking for the best things to do this 4th of July weekend in Westchester and the Hudson Valley? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list. There will be dozens of 2025 July Fourth celebrations across Dutchess, Orange, Ulster and Sullivan counties. Find fireworks displays, parades, ball games, historic site tours, readings, community Where and when to see 4th of July fireworks celebrations from Macy's to Coney Island in NYC, New York, New Jersey and Connecticut in 2025. Summer fairs and festivals in the Hudson Valley are a great and inexpensive way to entertain the family on those long summer days.
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