The Macy's 4th of July Fireworks® Returns to the Brooklyn Bridge and the East River as the Nation's Largest Independence Day Celebration
The 49th edition of the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks will fire from the iconic Brooklyn Bridge and four barges positioned on the lower East River in the Seaport District, providing miles of prime public viewing
On Friday, July 4, Macy's will launch the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks® from the iconic Brooklyn Bridge and four surrounding barges in the East River in the Seaport District, painting the New York City skyline with an unforgettable display of light and sound. In its 49th edition, Macy's will deliver an unforgettable summer celebration as the largest Independence Day celebration in the nation.
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Macy's 4th of July Fireworks is an experience conceived, designed and produced by Macy's as part of a commitment to create immersive and memory-making moments for customers. Since 1976, Macy's has produced the must-see pyrotechnic display featuring dynamic effects full of light, sound and color, synced to an original curated musical score.
Public viewing will be available from any area with an unobstructed view of the sky above the lower East River with the show launched from the Brooklyn Bridge and four surrounding barges. Additional details on public viewing, as well as a City sponsored lottery for free public viewing tickets will be announced in the coming weeks.
"Macy's doesn't just light up the sky – we ignite a shared tradition," said Will Coss, Macy's 4th of July Fireworks executive producer. "By bringing the fireworks to New York City and communities across the country, we create a spectacular event that celebrates joy, unity and togetherness. We are proud to bring people together year after year to honor the traditions that connect us all."
"The Macy's 4th of July Fireworks show is one of New York City's most iconic traditions, drawing millions from across our city, the country, and the globe to witness a world-class celebration of America's birthday right here in the heart of the Big Apple," said Mayor Adams. "Each year, this dazzling display lights up our skyline, boosts our economy, and brings vital support to local businesses. As we celebrate 400 years since New York City's founding, we're thrilled to welcome the crowds, once again, to experience an unforgettable Independence Day at our world-famous Brooklyn Bridge and East River skyline!"
Macy's 4th of July Fireworks will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2026.
Additional show information, public viewing locations and live broadcast details will be announced in the coming weeks. For more information, please visit macys.com/fireworks.
About Macy's
Macy's, the largest retail brand of Macy's, Inc. (NYSE:M), serves as the style source for generations of customers. With one of the nation's largest e-commerce platforms powered by macys.com and mobile app, paired with a nationwide network of stores, Macy's delivers the most convenient and seamless shopping experience, offering great values in apparel, home, beauty, accessories and more. Macy's gives customers even more ways to shop and own their style through an off-price assortment at Macy's Backstage and at our highly curated Macy's small format stores. Each year, Macy's provides millions with unforgettable experiences through Macy's 4th of July Fireworks® and Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade® and helps our customers celebrate special moments, big and small. We're guided by our social purpose—to create a brighter future that empowers more voice, choice and ownership for our colleagues, customers, communities and leaders of tomorrow.
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