NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) – The city will hand out 100,000 free tickets to premier viewing spots for the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Show. 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. As the Macys 4th of July fireworks show prepares to light up the skies for its 49th year, the spirit of celebration remains undimmed. For many, its not just a fireworks show; its a quintessential New York experience, combining tradition, spectacle, and unity on one unforgettable night. NYC's 4th of July fireworks show is back over the East River for 2025. See what time it starts, how long it lasts and the best places to watch in Manhattan and Brooklyn. NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) — The city’s most iconic summer celebration returns for its 49th year on Friday. The Macy’s 4th of July fireworks show will light up the skies over the East 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 New Yorkers hoping to catch prime views of the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks can score free tickets starting Tuesday, July 1, at 8:30 am, when the city will release 100,000 tickets online at july4thtickets.events.nyc on a first-come, first-served basis. What to know about the Macy’s 4th of July fireworks show 2025 — and the best places to watch in NYC By Katherine Donlevy Published July 3, 2025, 7:00 a.m. ET 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. 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. June 30, 2025 Lighting Up Iconic New York City Skyline, 49th Edition of Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Will Fire from Barges From Lower Section of East River and Near Iconic Brooklyn Bridge 10 Times More Free Tickets Being Offered Than Last Year Provides More New Yorkers Miles of Prime Viewing for Show NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced that 100,000 free tickets will On Friday, July 4 at 9:25pm. Where are the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks? The Macy's July 4 Fireworks Show returns to the Brooklyn Bridge and the East River for 2025. Specifically, the show Everything you need to attend Macy's July 4th, 2025 fireworks in New York: schedule, best free viewing spots, and lineup. The 49th edition of the nation's largest July 4th celebration in New York City will fire more than 80,000 shells in 30 vibrant colors and offer state-of-the-art projection mapping on the Brooklyn Macy's has announced its official free viewing areas for its 49th annual 4th of July fireworks show above the East River and the Brooklyn Bridge. The Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks show airs live Friday on NBC and Peacock featuring live performances from the Jonas Brother and Lenny Kravitz. MORE: Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Show 2025: NYC street closures, time, location and where to watch The fireworks show will begin at 8 p.m. Performers at the show include Ava Max, Eric Church On Friday, July 4, 2025, at approximately 9:25 PM, the 49th annual Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks will light up New York City’s skyline. This year’s spectacular features over 60,000 shells launched from five barges positioned on the Hudson River between West 14th and West 34th Streets in Manhattan. Here's the ultimate guide to viewing Friday's patriotic firework spectacle. Corey Fuller - Staff Writer • July 3, 2025 SHARE THE ARTICLE Getty Images / Michael Lee The world-famous Macys 4th of July Fireworks launch from the East River returns on Friday night (July 4), marking the 49 th edition of the patriotic celebration here in NYC! 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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