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Macy's July 4 Fireworks Will Launch Over Hudson River For 2024: Timing, Other Details

After 10 years of lighting up the East River, the Macy's Independence Day fireworks will return to the Hudson River, viewable from NJ.

After 10 years of lighting up the East River, the Macy's Independence Day fireworks will return to the Hudson River, viewable from NJ.
After 10 years of lighting up the East River, the Macy's Independence Day fireworks will return to the Hudson River, viewable from NJ. (Richard Scinto)

NEW JERSEY — They're back! For the first time since 2013, the Macy's July 4 fireworks will launch over the Hudson River, meaning you'll be able to view them from New Jersey locations like Hoboken, Jersey City, and Weehawken.

The 48th edition of the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks will fire from barges on the river, and will also be aired on NBC starting at 8 p.m.

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Additional show information and public viewing locations will be announced in the coming weeks, the company said.

Macy's said in a press release Tuesday, "This year’s display will feature thousands of shells and an array of effects from barges positioned along the Hudson River with multiple viewing opportunities in Manhattan between West 14th and West 34th Streets and in New Jersey."

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“New Jersey is proud to celebrate Independence Day this year with a dazzling display of fireworks planned in collaboration with our neighbors across the Hudson,” said New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy. “For the first time in recent years, Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks will light up our sky above the Hudson River. We are excited to work with Mayor Adams and Macy’s to view the country’s largest Independence Day celebration from our backyard as we commemorate 248 years of nationhood.”

A beloved New York City tradition since 1976, the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks is conceived, designed, and produced by Macy’s Studios with Pyro Spectaculars by Souza and will feature a dynamic collection of shells and a host of effects incorporating a variety of colors and shapes synced to a curated musical score presented alongside live performances.

For more information, visit macys.com/fireworks.

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