2025 Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks: Present returns to East River and Brooklyn Bridge in NYC
BROOKLYN, New York (WABC) — The Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks present returns to the East River this 12 months, launching from the enduring Brooklyn Bridge and 4 surrounding barges across the South Avenue Seaport.
After a decade of reveals within the East River, the fireworks relocated to the Hudson River final 12 months for the primary time since 2013.
This 12 months’s present might be centered round lighting up town’s skyline by the Decrease East River.
1000’s of shells and numerous results from barges positioned alongside the river might be a grand sight for spectators, with a number of viewing alternatives in Manhattan and Queens.
Mayor Eric Adams introduced Wednesday that the Friday, July 4th Independence Day celebration will coincide with the New York Metropolis’s four-hundredth anniversary of its founding.
“The Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks present is one among New York Metropolis’s most iconic traditions, drawing hundreds from throughout our metropolis, the nation, and the globe to witness a world-class celebration of America’s birthday proper right here within the coronary heart of the Large Apple,” stated Mayor Adams. “Annually, this dazzling show lights up our skyline, boosts our financial system, and brings important assist to native companies. As we rejoice 400 years since New York Metropolis’s founding, we’re thrilled to welcome the crowds, as soon as once more, to expertise an unforgettable Independence Day at our world-famous Brooklyn Bridge and East River skyline!”
The fireworks final launched from the Brooklyn Bridge in 2019.
The very best views are from the East Aspect and Lengthy Island Metropolis.
Public viewing might be obtainable from any space with an unobstructed view of the sky above the Decrease East River.
Extra particulars on public viewing places, reside broadcast particulars, and a city-sponsored lottery without spending a dime public viewing tickets might be introduced within the coming weeks.
Spectators collect alongside Williamsburg’s waterfront on the East River above Manhattan’s skyline, Monday, July 4, 2022.
AP Picture/Bebeto Matthews
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