Fireworks Near Me: Summits 4th Of July 2020 – Summit, NJ Patch
SUMMIT, NJ — July 4 is quickly approaching, which means it’s time to find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you this Independence Day. We gathered up the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Summit so you can start planning now.
The holiday may be celebrated differently this year, so be sure to check Summit’s guidance regarding the use of masks and social distancing before attending.
Here’s what’s in store this July 4 in Summit:
What: Although Summit’s July 4 fireworks have been canceled, the town is planning a series of commemorative and fun events throughout the morning of Independence Day. At 9:30 a.m., there will be a flag raising ceremony at Soldier’s Memorial Field located at 5 Myrtle Ave. At 9:45 a.m., there will be a fancy dress contest and walk around Memorial Field for senior citizens. (A spokesman said there is no age requirement, just “identifying” as a senior.) Judges will select three of the most festive and best dressed participants to win a prize. At 10 a.m., a decorated bicycle parade for children will begin, with prizes awarded for the best decorated bike in each age category. See below for the times for each age category.
Note: Masks will be required for participants in the fancy dress contest and bike parade, and groups will be asked to remain a distance of 6 feet away from one another. Attendees of all events should practice safe physical distancing, and are asked to please wear a face covering.
When: Flag raising, 9:30 a.m.; Contest and walk for seniors, 9:45 a.m.; Bike parade, 10 a.m. preschool, 10:30 a.m. for ages 5-7, 11 a.m. for 8 and older.
Where: Soldier’s Memorial Field located at 5 Myrtle Ave. at Larned Road.
For more information on those events, visit the Department of Community Programs website, or call (908) 277- 2932.
And for information about the Municipal Transfer Station on July 3 and 4, click here.
To see this event listed on Summit’s calendar, click here.
Here are some other local events and updates:
- Fireworks slated to take place at Union County parks from July 2-4 have been canceled, including Cranford, Plainfield, Rahway, and Springfield.
- The Cranford Jaycees Firecracker 4 Miler, Fun Run, and Open Run on July 4 will be held virtually this year.
- The State Fair Meadowlands, which normally has fireworks on July 4, is now running instead from July 23 through Aug. 9. When they update their schedule it will be here.
- Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks are taking place on July 4 as usual, and will be shown on NBC. The store chain hasn’t announced whether they will remain in the East River like the last few years.
- Essex County Executive Joseph DiVincenzo announced on Monday, June 1 that the Essex County Summer Music Concert Series and Fireworks displays were cancelled. Essex County traditionally hosted three Fireworks Spectaculars in Branch Brook in Newark, Weequahic Park in Newark and Brookdale Park in Bloomfield/Montclair.
Due to the pandemic and resulting policy changes (such as the firework policy) announced by Gov. Phil Murphy, counties or cities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute. Check your event before you go. Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar for your town, or share details on our free Neighbor Post feature.
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