world’s largest fireworks display

Macy’s Fireworks starts at 9:15 pm launched from two locations on the East River between 10th and 23rd Streets and near the South Street Seaport.

On this day in 1776, the Declaration of Independence was approved by the Continental Congress, setting the 13 colonies on the road to freedom as a sovereign nation. As always, this most American of holidays will be marked by parades, fireworks and backyard barbecues across the country.

LOCATIONS:

East River

Midtown: FDR Drive closes to traffic from 7 pm to 10 pm for viewing from Houston to 42nd Streets . Pedestrian access to the viewing area will be at 23rd, 38th and 42nd Streets

South Street Seaport: Access to the FDR at the South Street Seaport is from Pearl Street only.

(PLUS 3:30 pm Sonic Youth Concert)

Roosevelt Island: guaranteed seating at southpoint Park for $20. SOLD OUT