July 4th Fireworks 2022 Near New Canaan

NEW CANAAN, 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 New Canaan so you can start planning now.

Here's what's in store this July 4 in New Canaan:

July 4 Festivities

What: New Canaan's 41st annual Family Fourth Celebration will begin at 5 p.m. on July 2, 2022. All vehicles must enter through the South Avenue entrance to Waveny Park. The Lapham Road entrance will be closed to all traffic. Entry passes must be displayed on the drivers side dashboard and visible through the window. Pedestrian walkers with passes should enter the park from the high school parking area.

Activities will include family picnicking and several gourmet food trucks. Children's games and bounce-houses will provide fun from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Live music will include "Mind the Gap" from 5:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m., and the Town Band from 7:30 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. A spectacular fireworks display is scheduled to start soon thereafter.

Where: New Canaan

When: Saturday, July 2 (Rain Dates: July 3; July 9)

What: Norwalk Independence Day Concert & Firework Show at Calf Pasture Beach.

Where: Shady Beach/Calf Pasture Beach

When: July 3, 2022 7:30 pm (RAIN DATE JULY 5)

What: Westport's 2022 Independence Day Fireworks Celebration

Where: Compo Beach

When: June 30 (rain date: July 1)

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.