Seasonal & Holidays

July 4th 2022: Find Fireworks Near Stratford

See Patch's guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Stratford.

Stratford’s annual Independence Day Fireworks display took place June 30 at Short Beach.
Stratford’s annual Independence Day Fireworks display took place June 30 at Short Beach. (Rich Scinto/Patch (File photo))

STRATFORD, 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 tomorrow, 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 Stratford so you can start planning now.

Here's what's in store this July 4 near Stratford:

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July 4 Festivities

What: Fairfield's fireworks display

Find out what's happening in Stratfordfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Where: Fairfield Beaches

When: 9:15 p.m. on July 3


What: Weston's Family 4th Celebration, presented by Weston Parks & Recreation and Fairfield County Bank

Where: Weston Middle School, 135 School Road, Weston

When: July 4. Weston Middle School gates open at 4:30 p.m. There will be no entry from Lords Highway after 7:00 p.m. Organizers are encouraging residents to arrive before 8:00 p.m. to avoid the fireworks traffic rush.


What: Wilton Live DJ and Fireworks Show

Where: Wilton High School at 395 Danbury Road

When: Live DJ music begins at 5:00 p.m. on July 4th, followed by fireworks at sundown, approximately 9:00 p.m.


What: New Haven Fireworks

Where: Atop East Rock, best viewing from Wilbur Cross High School

When: Monday, July 4, at 9 p.m.


What: Fireworks & Concert at HPCC in Orange

Where: 525 Orange Center Rd

When: July 9


What: Savin Rock Fireworks Spectacular in West Haven

Where: Bradley Point

When: Sept. 3 with rain date of Sept. 5. Fireworks to begin around 8 p.m.

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