Jersey City Announces Fourth of July Festival & Macy's 4th of July Fireworks® Viewing Celebration at No Cost to the City
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Contact: Nathaniel Styer | Communications Director
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Jersey City Announces Fourth of July Festival & Macy's 4th of July Fireworks® Viewing Celebration at No Cost to the City
Day-long festival, free concert series, and prime fireworks viewing made possible through generous sponsor support
JERSEY CITY, N.J. (June 26, 2026) — Mayor James Solomon and the City of Jersey City today announced details for the city's Fourth of July celebration for America’s 250th birthday, featuring a day-long festival on Montgomery Street, a four-part free concert series across the city's parks, and some of the best vantage points in the region to watch the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks®, beginning approximately at 9:25 PM over the Lower Hudson River. Details can be found at JCNJ.org/July4.
This year's full slate of festivities is made possible entirely through sponsorship support, at no cost to Jersey City taxpayers. The City is deeply grateful to Macy's, the Exchange Place Alliance, Kean Jersey City, and the U.S. Army for their generous contributions, which fund the full celebration.
"None of this would be possible without the generosity of our sponsors," said Mayor James Solomon. "Their support means every resident and visitor can enjoy a world-class celebration without it costing our taxpayers a dime. Jersey City was there at our nation’s founding, and we are proud to be America’s Golden Door – welcoming those who built our nation and providing a home where the next 250 years of our nation’s story can be written."
"The Exchange Place Alliance is delighted to support such an important Jersey City celebration under the Mayor's leadership. For Jersey City residents and visitors, it is a great opportunity to show how special our city is, not just on July 4 but every day," said Michael J. DeMarco, Board President.
Where to Watch the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks®
Jersey City offers some of the most spectacular fireworks viewing in the region, with prime sightlines along the Hudson River at Exchange Place, the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway, and the Colgate Clock/Essex Street area. ADA-accessible viewing will be available at 70 Hudson Street along the Hudson River Walkway. For additional information on Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, please visit: www.macys.com/fireworks.
Fireworks Access Points:
- York & Hudson
- Grand & Hudson
- Essex & Hudson
- Washington & Dudley (Paulus Hook Section)
- Colgate Clock
- Columbus & Hudson
- Hudson & Harborside
- 2nd & Hudson
Jersey City's Fourth of July Festival
Saturday, July 4 | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Montgomery Street
Curated by Jersey City Night Market, the all-day festival will feature:
- Three entertainment stages, including a stage programmed by the Jersey City Free Public Library for families
- A family fun zone with bouncy houses
- Over 100 vendors offering food, drink, and artisan goods
- Live soccer match viewing
- Interactive Revolutionary War character performances at 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM by Speranza Theatre Company, presented as part of America250
Festival Access Points:
- Columbus Drive & Hudson Street
- Columbus Drive & Washington Street
- Montgomery Street & Warren Street
- York Street & Greene Street
America’s 250th birthday: Jersey City Style — Free Concert Series
In celebration of America’s 250th birthday, the City, in partnership with the Exchange Place Alliance and Riverview Jazz, will present four free concerts across four parks:
- Summer Swing Dance at the Gazebo — Friday, July 3, 7:00–9:00 PM, Hamilton Park, featuring the Rob Edwards Big Band with Vanessa Perea
- Jazz & Salsa — Saturday, July 4, 2:00 PM & 3:30 PM, Berry Lane Park, featuring Winard Harper & Jelli Posse and Grupo K'ndela
- Americana in the Heights — Saturday, July 4, 6:00 PM & 7:30 PM, Riverview-Fisk Park, featuring the Go-Bailers Bluegrass All-Stars with a family square dance, and Walter Parks & the Unlawful Assembly
- Sunday in the Park — Sunday, July 5, 2:00 PM, Van Vorst Park, featuring classical music with Ecotones
Getting There
Public transportation is strongly recommended, as the festival footprint will limit vehicle access throughout Downtown Jersey City.
- PATH: Exchange Place, Grove Street, and Newport stations all provide access; Grove Street and Newport are recommended alternatives for those looking to avoid the heaviest crowds at Exchange Place.
- Hudson-Bergen Light Rail: Harborside, Exchange Place, and Essex Street stations serve the area; riders should check NJ Transit for possible service changes and be prepared to walk between stations.
- Driving is strongly discouraged. Those who must drive should park outside the event footprint — in Newport, Journal Square, Liberty State Park, or west of Marin Boulevard — and walk or take transit into the area.
Full event details, maps, and updates will be available at JCNJ.org/July4
Nathaniel Styer
Communications Director
City of Jersey City
[email protected]
616-403-4693