Independence Day, America’s 250th Birthday; Local Fireworks, Events and More

Here is a full guide of all the local Independence Day celebrations, gathered by TLS.

Tuesday June 30th

Toms River

The Toms River’s Celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary on Tuesday, June 30th at 7 PM on Shelter Cove Beach featuring Austin City Nights, Fireworks after the concert, American themed giveaways, bounce houses, food trucks and more! Rain Date, Wednesday, July 1st.

Thursday July 2nd

Ocean County

Ocean County will host its Independence Day celebrations on Wednesday, July 2nd at 7:30 PM at the Ocean County Parks Administration Building Bay-Front Field, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ, featuring the “Stars and Stripes Spectacular” patriotic concert by a 25-piece orchestra, followed by a drone show, along with food trucks, games, and historical exhibits highlighting America’s 250th anniversary. The celebration continues on July 4th at 1:00 PM at the Ocean County Courthouse Lawn, Toms River, NJ, with a public reading of the Declaration of Independence and participation in the nationwide “Ringing from Sea to Shining Sea” bell-ringing ceremony.

Brick

Brick Township’s SummerFest returns on Thursday, July 2nd at Windward Beach featuring Super Trans Am, a patriotic celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary, fireworks over the Metedeconk River following the concert, food vendors, a beer & wine garden, and free shuttle service from multiple locations throughout town.

Howell

Howell Township’s Independence Day Celebration takes place on Thursday, July 2nd from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM at Soldier Memorial Park featuring live music by ZBTB – The Zac Brown Tribute Band, food trucks, rides and activities for kids, a beer & wine garden, cornhole, and fireworks at dusk. Free shuttle service will be available from Middle School North and South.

Friday July 3rd & Shabbos July 4th

Lakewood

The Jersey Shore BlueClaws will host games on Friday, July 3rd and Saturday, July 4th, featuring America’s 250th birthday celebrations, with each game followed by a post-game fireworks show, including the largest fireworks show of the season on July 4th.

Jackson

Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson Township will have fireworks on Friday, July 3rd and Saturday, July 4th, at approximately 9:30 PM each night. Exact location details have not been published at this time.
Jackson Township’s Independence Day celebration will take place on July 4th from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Johnson Park featuring a community flea market, food vendors, face painting, cornhole tournament, and family-friendly activities.

Lakehurst

Lakehurst Borough will host its annual 4th of July fireworks display on Friday, July 3rd at Lake Horicon featuring a community gathering at dusk and a fireworks show over the lake.

Along the Shore

Beachwood will host its Independence Day fireworks on July 4th at 9:15 PM at Beachwood Beach, with a rain date of July 5th.
Seaside Heights, New Jersey will host its 4th of July fireworks on Saturday, July 4th at 9:30 PM on the boardwalk near Franklin Avenue, celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.

Sunday July 5th

Lakewood

Lakewood Township will host its Independence Day fireworks and drone light show on Sunday, July 5th over Lake Carasaljo featuring a drone show at 8:45 PM followed by fireworks at 9:00 PM, with viewing available from North and South Lake Drives.

Along the Shore

Jenkinson’s Boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach will host its Independence Day Weekend fireworks on Sunday, July 5th at approximately 9:30 PM, featuring a beachfront fireworks display over the ocean that can be viewed from both the boardwalk and the beach.
Lavallette will host its Independence Day fireworks and concert on Sunday, July 5th at 8:00 PM at the Lavallette Gazebo and Bayfront featuring live music followed by fireworks over the bay.