The Fourth of July is synonymous with fireworks, festivities and American traditions. Here's a sampling of places to visit to see fireworks and more. All of these events take place on Sunday, the Fourth of July unless otherwise noted.
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Note: This page is updated every year. Here are the events for the Fourth of July, 2011.
Saturday, July 2 - FREE - TD Bank Celebrates America, Eisenhower Park
FREE - There will be a concert and Grucci fireworks will fill the night sky at Eisenhower Park on Saturday, July 2, 2011. Harry Chapin Lakeside Theater, Eisenhower Park, Uniondale, NY. More info: www.nassaucountyny.gov.
No formal seating. Bring your own chairs or blankets.
Saturday, July 2 - Firecracker 5K Race/Walk
Time: 7:30am (Registration at 7:30 a.m. Race starts at 9: a.m. at Dowling College, Curtin Center, 150 Idle Hour Boulevard, Oakdale, NY. More info, prices and online registration: https://www.islandrunning.net//register/?event=4886Saturday, July 2 and Sunday, July 3 - Palmer Vineyards
4th of July Weekend Celebration at Palmer Vineyards. Saturday from 1-5 and Sunday from 2-6 p.m. Celebrate America's Independence at the vineyards. Live music performances all weekend long on the outdoor deck. Palmer Vineyards, Aquebogue, NY. (631) 722-9463.
Saturday, July 2 - Sag Harbor Fireworks
Around 9:30 p.m. in Sag Harbor, fireworks will soar to the sky from a barge. You'll be able to watch from Marine Park, Haven's Beach, the Long Wharf, restaurants on the waterfront and more.Sunday, July 3 - Riverhead
5-9:30 p.m. Independence Day celebration on the Peconic Riverfront, Riverhead, NY. Family concert with Brady Rymer and a Rock & Roll Review. The evening ends with a spectacular fireworks display.
Sunday, July 3 - Grucci Fireworks in North Patchogue
North Patchogue Fire Dept. Carnival with fireworks by Grucci at Chuck E. Cheese, 121 North Service Road, Patchogue, NY, (631) 654-9374.Sunday, July 3 - Westhampton Beach
FREE event. Second Annual Concert for Steve and John at 7 p.m. Rain date: Monday, July 4th.Troubadour, The Subculture, and more perform live, under the firework, on the Great Lawn, located at the end of Main Street in Westhampton Beach, NY. The event honors firemen Steve Smith and John Bachman, the dedication they had for their community, and to celebrate our nation’s independence under a firework-filled sky.
Admission is FREE, but donations gladly accepted. Chinese Auction will take place at the end of the evening. All proceeds to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project.
Sunday, July 3 - Belmont Park Family Fun Day
Bring the whole family for Family Fun Day activities in Belmont's backyard. Belmont Park Racetrack, 2150 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont, NY. More info: (718) 641-4700 or visit www.nyra.com.
Monday, July 4 - Brookhaven Star Spangled Blast
Enjoy the Grucci Fireworks display at the Brookhaven Amphitheater, 1 Bicycle Path (just off Country Road 83) in Farmingville, NY. For time and more information, please go to Brookhaven Amphitheater or call (631) 732-4011, extension 1.
