July 4th Fireworks 2022 Near Darien

DARIEN, CT — Cities and counties across the country continue to bring back many of the traditional Independence Day activities that were either canceled or modified the last two years. July 4 is just around the corner, so it's 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 Darien so you can start planning now.

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

July 4 Festivities

What: Fireworks display in Darien. Live music will be provided by the Darien Community Band, and food trucks will be on site. Residents are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs. There will be a sensory-friendly location for viewers.

Resident parking passes will go on sale starting Monday, June 27 through Wednesday, July 13 and are limited. Passes may be purchased online or in person at the Parks & Recreation Department at Town Hall from 8 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Town hall is closed on Fridays.

Availability of passes (online and in person) is on a first-come, first-served basis. Passes may sell out, purchasing a pass early is encouraged. The 2022 Darien resident parking passes are available to purchase for $30. They are available for purchase by Darien residents only and must be picked-up in office whether purchased online or in-person. Walk-ins are free and not limited to residents.

For more information, go to Darienct.gov/fireworks.

When: Friday, July 15. Rain date is July 16. Gates open 6:30 p.m., show starts around 9 p.m.

Where: Darien High School.

What: Fireworks display in Stamford. Residents will be able to bring blankets and chairs to the beach. There will be food trucks onsite, and the fireworks will begin shortly after 9 p.m. For more information on parking, click here.

Where: Cummings Beach, Shippan Avenue.

When: Friday, July 1. Rain date is July 2. Show begins shortly after 9 p.m.

What: Fourth annual reading of the Declaration of Independence

Where: Stamford History Center, 1508 High Ridge Road

When: Monday, July 4, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

What: Fireworks display in Greenwich. Regular entry rules for Greenwich Point apply. Vehicular access to the point closes at 8 p.m. or earlier if parking capacity is reached.

Where: Binney Park and Greenwich Point

When: Saturday, July 2, dusk

What: American Flag Raising

Where: Greenwich Town Hall

When: July 4, 9 a.m.

What: New Canaan's 41st annual Family Fourth Celebration

Where: New Canaan

When: Saturday, July 2. 5 p.m.

Due to pandemic surges, counties or cities 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.