Fireworks Near Me: Ridgewood July 4th Events

RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Independence Day is quickly approaching, which means it's time to find out about Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on in and around town for 2023.

Not to mention, there are other celebrations and fireworks in train and driving distance, including the Meadowlands Fair and an annual show over the Hudson River from Jersey City.

Here are some of the events you can head to in the area. And do you know of something we missed? You can post it free in the Patch calendar (here are the instructions) or let us know by posting it below.

Always double-check before heading to these events before heading over, in case the times or dates change. This is not a comprehensive lists, and other events may be added.

What: Allendale Fireworks
When: July 4. Kids' activities start at 7 a.m., day concludes with evening fireworks.
Where: Crestwood Lake.
More information: Allendale 4th of July Celebration

What: Ridgewood Fourth of July Celebration
When: Parade starts at 10 a.m. Gates for evening entertainment open at 6 p.m. on July 4. There will be food trucks, musical entertainment, and fireworks. Tickets are required.
Where: Veterans field.
More information: Ridgewood Fourth of July.
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What: Paramus 4th of July
When: July 2, events 12-9 p.m., with food trucks, fireworks, and entertainment.
More information: Paramus 4th of July

What: Hackensack Fourth of July
When: July 4, food trucks, family fun, beer garden, music, 4-8 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m.
Where: Foschini Park
More information: 4th of July in Hackensack

What: Fair Lawn Fireworks
Where: Memorial Park
When: Thursday, June 27, gates open at 6:45 p.m., "Asbury Fever" concert 7 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m.
More information: Fair Lawn Fireworks

July 4 Festivities Nearby:

What: Livingston 4th Of July Celebration And Annual Auto Fair
When: Activities starting at 9 a.m. on July 4, 2023.
More information: Livingston 4th of July Celebration And Auto Fair

What: Maplewood And South Orange Independence Day Celebrations
When: Fireworks July 2 at 6 p.m.; 5K run, bike parade, and kids' activities on July 4
More information: Maplewood Independence Day

What: Independence Day In Millburn/Short Hills
Where: Millburn High School
When: Morning activities start at 9 a.m. Doors open for fireworks at 7:30 p.m.
More information: Millburn/Short Hills 4th of July

Elsewhere In The Area:

What: Jersey City Fourth of July Street Fair
When: Grucci fireworks show begins around 9:30 p.m. on July 4, 2023, on the waterfront.
More information: Jersey City Fourth Of July Street Fair

What: Meadowlands Fair, East Rutherford
When: Fireworks on two nights, July 3 and 4.
More information: Meadowlands Fair

What: 47th Annual Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks
Where: Over the East River
When: 8 pm. on Tuesday, July 4.
More information: Macy's Fourth of July 2023.