July 4th 2022: Find Fireworks Near Montclair (Updated)

MONTCLAIR, NJ — Looking to catch a fireworks show near Montclair on July 4th? There are a few options in Essex County to celebrate Independence Day 2022 on Monday, July 4.

Due to pandemic surges, bad weather or other unexpected events, organizers may adjust or cancel their plans at the last minute, so double-check before you leave the house. Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar (here’s how).

MONTCLAIR

After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the popular Montclair 4th of July parade and town picnic will return for 2022.

The parade will kick off at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 4. It will be dedicated to the memory of Al Pelham, the late community leader who passed away last year. The grand marshals will be two local groups: Toni’s Kitchen and the Human Needs Food Pantry. Learn more here.

According to organizers, here’s the route:

“Starting on North Fullerton Avenue near the Montclair Public Library, to west on Bloomfield Avenue, then north for the entire length of Midland Avenue … we turn onto Watching Avenue to head over to the reviewing stand at Edgemont Park.”

The township picnic will follow at Edgemont Park.

• Read More: Preparations Underway For Montclair July 4th Celebrations, Parade

NEARBY TOWNS

Several towns and cities in Essex County announced plans for local fireworks shows over the Independence Day holiday. Some scheduled theirs a few days in advance, such as Fairfield, which held a show on June 29, and Cedar Grove, which held a show on June 30. Others included Belleville (July 1) and Verona (July 1).

Other towns still have fireworks shows on the calendar for Monday. They include:

• East Orange - The City of East Orange will host its Independence Day Spectacular with “fireworks, food and family fun” on Monday, July 4 starting at 6 p.m. at Paul Robeson Stadium, 217 N. Clinton Street. The event is free and open to the public, and will feature performances by Lady Alma, Ace Da Face, DJ Chill X, EO Got Talent Finalists and MC Kool Bubba Ice.
• Livingston - Livingston will host an AutoFest on Monday, July 4 (starting at 9 a.m., with kids' activities starting at 10 a.m.), and then musical performances and fireworks later that night.
• Millburn - Millburn is hosting an event with fireworks and “a day of family fun” on Monday, July 4, with activities at 10 a.m. at Taylor Park, and fireworks at 9:30 p.m. at Millburn High School (tickets are $10 per person; doors open at 7:30 p.m.)
• Nutley - The Township of Nutley has announced plans for its 2022 Fourth of July celebration, including a fireworks show. The annual event will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, July 4 at the Park Oval, 300 Franklin Avenue. Fireworks are scheduled to start at dusk.
• West Caldwell - The towns of Caldwell, West Caldwell, Essex Fells and Roseland have announced that their annual West Essex 4th of July celebration will be held in West Caldwell. The field gates will open at 7 p.m. on July 4. To help offset the cost of the fireworks, the committee is asking for a donation of $3 per adult and $1 per child under 12. The rain date is July 5.
• West Orange - The Township of West Orange will hold a 4th of July Celebration on Monday, July 4 at West Orange High School, 51 Conforti Avenue. The event beings at 1 p.m. will include food trucks, a "kids zone," DJ music and activities. A fireworks show is scheduled to kick off at dusk (around 9:15 p.m.)

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