July 4th 2022: Find Fireworks Near Bridgeport

BRIDGEPORT, CT — After two years of cancellations and modifications, residents in cities and counties across the country are looking forward to many of the traditional Independence Day activities that mark the summer holiday. July 4 is approaching, so there’s still time to find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you in 2022.

We have all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Bridgeport so you can start planning now.

Here's what's in store this July 4 in Bridgeport:

July 4 Festivities
What: Barnum Festival
Where: Fairfield and Park avenues
When: 12 p.m. street parade; fireworks at 9 p.m. at Seaside Park, June 26
For more information, visit the Barnum Festival Facebook page. (See flyer below)

What: Community Cook-Out & Community Closet
Where: YMCA, 850 Park Ave. in Bridgeport
When: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., July 2
For more information, visit the Rebirth Community Outreach Facebook page.

Near Bridgeport:

• Stratford hosts fireworks on June 30; click here for more information.
• Fairfield hosts fireworks on July 2; click here for more information.

Due to pandemic surges, counties or communities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute, so double-check with organizers. Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar.