Best 4th of July Fireworks in America

Well it’s that time of the year once again when we as Americans have the privilege to celebrate the birth of our nation. It has been 233 years and counting since the Declaration of Independence was signed by our founding fathers in 1776. Thanks to their dedication and hard work we enjoy freedom and liberty like no other nation in the world. That is a pretty good reason to celebrate! You will find birthday parties across all 50 states for the good old U.S.A on the 4th of July from small-town parades and picnics, concerts and baseball games to huge fireworks displays.

1. Philadelphia Museum of Art in Philadelphia, PA

Here Independence Day is a big deal! When the sun goes down on July 4, Philadelphia will host one of the most amazing free outdoor concerts in America as top performers take to the stage. The music and fun will be followed by a spectacular fireworks grand finale set against the dramatic Art Museum.

2. “Go 4th on the River” – New Orleans, LA

New Orleans is home to the Go 4th on the River Dueling Barges Fireworks Extravaganza! This year will be the 19th year locals and visitors will find a seat near the levy, and watch the fireworks display from two barges over the Mighty Mississippi, choreographed to stirring patriotic classics.

3. Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular – Boston, MA

The Boston Pops Orchestra plays an annual 4th of July Concert each year and thousands of people line the banks of the Charles River for the concert and pyrotechnic display each year.

4. Washington Monument – Washington, DC

Starting with a performance by the National Symphony Orchestra the fireworks will begin shortly after 9:00 p.m. painting beautiful strokes of radiant light across the sky with the nation’s monuments in the background.

5. The Macy’s Fireworks Spectacular – New York, NY

Beginning over the East River each year, this celebration is bigger than ever using 120,000 blasts of color and 55 times more fireworks than the average show in the U.S.

6. Lake Tahoe, NV

These fireworks are set off by Pyrodigital Consultants and features a wide variety of patterns, lights, designs and shapes. You can watch these Independence Day fireworks almost anywhere on the lake and music is broadcast from radio stations.

7. Navy Pier – Chicago, IL

Annually the city of Chicago cosponsors the Fourth of July celebration with Navy Pier. Come and enjoy a dazzling fireworks display over Lake Michigan synchronized to patriotic music.

8. H-E-B Austin Symphony July 4th Concert & Fireworks – Austin, TX

The Austin Symphony will salute America by perform patriotic music, including the 1812 Overture beginning at 8:30 p.m.,which will feature the shooting of cannons by the Texas National Guard Salute Battery. Then at 9:30 p.m fireworks will be shot over Lady Bird Lake.

9. Gas Works Park – Seattle, WA

Seattle salutes America with an extravagant fireworks show over Lake Union which is classically set to traditional anthems, classic oldies and current hits.

10. Coronado Fireworks Display – Coronado, CA

This is a family friendly event located on the island of Coronado in the San Diego Bay. This city offers visitors a unique vantage point from which to watch the fireworks paint the sky!

Whether you choose to attend one of these celebrations or one in you own home town, make sure to take a moment or two to reflect on the meaning of the 4th of July. I’m your host Allison Davis, until next time… sit back, relax with your family, and enjoy the show!