Seasonal & Holidays

July 4th 2022: Find Fireworks Near Manchester

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

Find the Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Manchester.
Find the Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Manchester. (Renee Schiavone/Patch)

MANCHESTER, NJ β€” 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 Manchester, so you can start planning now.

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

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

What: Lakehurst July 4th Celebration
Where: Lake Horicon, Union Avenue
When: July 3, 2 p.m.-9 p.m.

The borough is celebrating its 100th Anniversary with an afternoon and evening full of fun that ends with fireworks. Read more: Lakehurst Set To Celebrate 100th Anniversary For July 4

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What: Jenkinson's Independence Day Fireworks
Where: Boardwalk, Point Pleasant Beach
When: Dusk, July 4

Fourth of July fireworks return to Jenkinson's Boardwalk this summer.

What: Beachwood's Fireworks Over the Toms River
Where: Beachwood Beach, and beaches in Pine Beach, Ocean Gate and Island Heights along the Toms River.
When: July 4, at dark

The popular donation-funded pyrotechnics show that draws thousands to the banks of the Toms River will be back lighting up the sky. Beachwood has vendors, food trucks and activities in the park at Beachwood's beach during the afternoon and evening. Read more: Beachwood Ready For July 4 Fireworks Over The Toms River

What: Independence Day Fireworks at the Jersey Shore BlueClaws
Where: First Energy Park, Lakewood
When: July 4, after the baseball game
A patriotic fireworks show follows the Jersey Shore BlueClaws game against the Hudson Valley Renegades.

What: Seaside Heights Fourth of July Fireworks
Where: Boardwalk, Seaside Heights
When: 9:30 p.m. July 4

Fireworks return to Seaside Heights this summer every Thursday, but there's an additional 30-minute fireworks display scheduled for the Fourth of July.

Towns 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.

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