Fireworks Near Me: Maplewoods July 4th 2022 – Patch

MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Cities and counties across the country continue to bring back many of the traditional Independence Day activities that were either canceled or modified the last two years.

July 4 is just around the corner, so it’s time to find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you in 2022.

We have all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around the Maplewood/South Orange area, so you can start planning now.

Remember to double-check with organizers before heading over.

Here’s what’s in store this July 4 in the Maplewood/South Orange area:

WHAT: July 4 pool parties and events in Maplewood and South Orange

WHERE: Maplewood and South Orange

While Maplewood and South Orange events don’t include fireworks, other nearby towns have fireworks shows on the calendar. They include:

  • Belleville – Belleville Township will hold an Independence Day celebration, including fireworks, on Friday, July 1. A rain date is set for Saturday, July 2. festivities kick off at 6 p.m. at Belleville Municipal Stadium. The fireworks will begin at dusk.
  • East Orange – The City of East Orange will host its Independence Day Spectacular with “fireworks, food and family fun” on Monday, July 4 starting at 6 p.m. at Paul Robeson Stadium, 217 N. Clinton Street. The event is free and open to the public, and will feature performances by Lady Alma, Ace Da Face, DJ Chill X, EO Got Talent Finalists and MC Kool Bubba Ice.
  • Livingston – Livingston will host an AutoFest on Monday, July 4 (starting at 9 a.m., with kids’ activities starting at 10 a.m.), and then musical performances and fireworks later that night.
  • Millburn – Millburn is hosting an event with fireworks and “a day of family fun” on Monday, July 4, with activities at 10 a.m. at Taylor Park, and fireworks at 9:30 p.m. at Millburn High School (tickets are $10 per person; doors open at 7:30 p.m.)
  • Nutley – The Township of Nutley has announced plans for its 2022 Fourth of July celebration, including a fireworks show. The annual event will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, July 4 at the Park Oval, 300 Franklin Avenue. Fireworks are scheduled to start at dusk.
  • Verona – An Independence Day fireworks display is scheduled for Friday, July 1 with a rain date of July 5. The show will take place at the Verona Community Center field complex, 880 Bloomfield Avenue. DJ music begins at 7 p.m. Fireworks will begin around 9:20 p.m. Parking is limited.
  • West Caldwell – The towns of Caldwell, West Caldwell, Essex Fells and Roseland have announced that their annual West Essex 4th of July celebration will be held in West Caldwell. The field gates will open at 7 p.m. on July 4. To help offset the cost of the fireworks, the committee is asking for a donation of $3 per adult and $1 per child under 12. The rain date is July 5.
  • West Orange – The Township of West Orange will hold a 4th of July Celebration on Monday, July 4 at West Orange High School, 51 Conforti Avenue. The event beings at 1 p.m. and will include food trucks, a “kids zone,” DJ music and activities. A fireworks show is scheduled to kick off at dusk (around 9:15 p.m.)

Other Nearby Fireworks Events

  • Essex County planned three concerts with fireworks in June through July 1. More information is here.
  • The Macy’s fireworks will be over the East River this year, and are usually televised. More details are here.
  • Information on NY Waterway’s fireworks cruises is here.
  • Jersey City will host an all-day festival featuring Flo Rida, then Grucci fireworks on the Hudson River. Information is linked here.

Due to pandemic surges, counties or cities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute, so double-check with organizers. Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar.