July 4th Fireworks 2022 Near Shelton, Derby

SHELTON, 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 Shelton and Derby so you can start planning now.

Here are some other July 4 events happening near Shelton and Derby:

July 4 Festivities

Shelton-Derby

What: Shelton will host a special concert with Darik & The Funbags beginning at 7 p.m., according to city spokesperson Jane Dowty. The Shelton/Derby fireworks will take place following the concert at approximately 9:20 p.m.

Howe Avenue in the area of Veterans Park will close at 7:30 p.m. The municipal lot on Howe Avenue will be available for handicap parking and those who have received parking passes from the Parks & Recreation department.

Further information can be found at www.cityofshelton.org.

Where: Veterans Memorial Riverwalk Park, downtown Shelton

When: Friday, July 1 (in the event of rain, the fireworks will take place the following day)

Trumbull

What: Trumbull Day 2022, a fun-filled family event with food, vendors, carnival rides and games, children's entertainment, a main stage featuring local bands and fireworks.

Where: The field behind Hillcrest Middle School

When: The event begins Friday, July 1, from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. and continue on Saturday, July 2, from 2 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., closing with a fabulous fireworks display.

Stratford

What: Stratford's annual Independence Day Fireworks display

Where: Short Beach

When: The display will begin at sundown, approximately 9 p.m. The rain date will be July 5.

Orange

What: Fireworks & Concert at HPCC in Orange

Where: 525 Orange Center Rd

When: July 9

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.