New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced that 10,000 free tickets will be available to the general public for viewing the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks from Hudson River Park’s Pier 45 or Pier 84 in Manhattan.
Tickets will be released on Wednesday, June 26th at 10:00 AM and will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each person can claim up to two tickets.
To learn more or purchase tickets, visit www.nycjuly4.com.
Those without tickets can still enjoy the fireworks along the West Side Highway.
Entry points for viewing are Christopher Street and Washington Street, West 11th Street and Washington Street, West 12th Street and Washington Street, West 29th Street and 11th Avenue, West 40th Street and 11th Avenue.
ADA accessible locations will be at Christopher Street and Washington Street and West 41st Street and 11th Avenue.
“While all New Yorkers can enjoy the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, we’re giving 10,000 lucky individuals a chance to have a front-row seat,” said Mayor Adams. “We’re ensuring everyone has a fair chance to attend one of our city’s most iconic events. I look forward to celebrating America’s birthday with thousands of viewers right here in the Big Apple.”
Noreen Doyle, president and CEO of Hudson River Park Trust, praised the city’s efforts to ensure a safe and spectacular fireworks display. She acknowledged the contributions of the Mayor’s office, NYPD, FDNY, and other agencies in planning the event.
“New York City has gone above and beyond to make sure that New Yorkers are able to safely view the spectacular Macy’s fireworks this year,” said Noreen Doyle. “We appreciate all Mayor Adams and his team have done to support this celebratory event, along with the New York City Police Department, Fire Department, and many other agencies, for their careful planning, and we look forward to celebrating with thousands of people on July 4.”
For the first time in over a decade, the fireworks will be launched from barges along the Hudson River, offering prime viewing along Manhattan’s West Side. This year’s show will feature thousands of shells, with a variety of effects and vibrant colors, shapes, light, and sound. This marks a shift from previous years, where the fireworks were launched from the East River. The new locations will provide fresh viewing opportunities for America’s largest Independence Day celebration.
Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Executive Producer Will Koss highlighted the return to the Hudson River and the exciting display planned for this year. After last year’s innovative drone display, the team is working to surprise and delight audiences again.
New Jersey will also have prime viewing spots this year. Governor Phil Murphy expressed pride in joining the celebration, noting the collaborative planning across the Hudson. For the first time in years, Macy’s fireworks will light up the New Jersey sky over the Hudson River.
The annual fireworks display has been a New York City tradition since 1976.