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July 4th fireworks on TV: Bigger NYC show to fire 80,000 shells around Brooklyn Bridge

Drones have soared into prominence in the world of fireworks displays, including previous Macy’s July 4th celebrations. The 2023 event featured a 500-drone light show, and in 2024, hundreds of "pyro-drones" – equipped to mimic the visual effects of fireworks – took center stage in the spectacle on the Hudson River.

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4th of July: Why do we set off fireworks? American history lesson from July 4, 1776

On July 4, 1777, the Sons of Liberty set fireworks off over Boston Common and in Philadelphia the Pennsylvania Evening Post wrote “at night there was a grand exhibition of fireworks (which began and concluded with thirteen rockets) on the Commons, and the city was beautifully illuminated.” The tradition stuck.

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4th of July weather in Philadelphia will be perfect for fireworks and more. Here's the forecast.

After a very busy weather week, we will be rewarded significantly with perfect July Fourth weather in the Philadelphia region.

4th of Jul. fireworks in Boston

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Where to watch Fourth of July fireworks in the Austin area? Our 2025 last-minute guide

Round Rock's all-day celebrations will include a parade throughout downtown, pig races, a speech by Mayor Craig Morgan, and musical performances. The Elevation Band will take the stage at 7 p.m., and the Austin Symphonic Band will perform alongside the fireworks show around 9:30 p.m.

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Fourth of July specials: How to watch fireworks, music and more

Fourth of July fireworks will return Friday on NBC, PBS and CNN. The networks will air TV specials such as "Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular."

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Fourth of July fireworks in Boston: 2025 start time, how to watch

Those who can't make the fireworks spectacular in person can catch the show on live TV, airing locally on WHDH from 7-10 p.m. and nationally on The CW Network from 9-10 p.m. Contributing: Bailey Allen,

What's Open and Closed on Jul. 4th

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What’s open and closed on July 4, 2025

As Americans celebrate 249 years of independence with fireworks and barbecues, many businesses will be closed for the day.

Fortune on MSN · 1h

What’s open—and closed—on July 4th for Independence Day 2025

Memorial Day might be the unofficial start to summer, but the Fourth of July is the holiday that most epitomizes it. It’s not just Independence Day, it’s a chance to lounge in or around a pool and enjoy the warm days with friends.

U.S. News & World Report · 1h

What's Open and Closed on July Fourth

Government offices, post offices, courts, and schools are closed for the Fourth of July in the U.S. U.S. stock markets and banks are also closed, with limited FedEx and UPS services

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List of Cities Canceling 4th of July Events Expands: What to Know

Displays in Lodi Lake, El Dorado, Chico, Cloverdale, and St Helena have all been canceled following an explosion at the ...

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Fireworks business booms this Fourth of July as trade talks fizzle out incoming supplies

Some fireworks companies warn tariffs could slow business ahead of America's 250th birthday in 2026. The American ...

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N.J. fireworks 2025 Fourth of July 4th: List of parades, concerts, events

The Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are spread over several days in New Jersey in 2025. See our town-by-town listing ...

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Fireworks, hot dogs and gas: What costs more – or less – this Fourth of July weekend

This Fourth of July, millions of Americans will be hitting the road, feasting on barbecue fixings, while watching firework ...

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Nashville's July 4 concert and fireworks headlined by Dierks Bentley: What to know about schedule, lineup and more

The free Nashville event will include a concert from Dierks Bentley and a massive fireworks and drone show. Here's what to ...

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Sin City shines brightest for Fourth of July celebrations while liberal strongholds fall flat

Discover which American cities offer the best Fourth of July experiences based on WalletHub's analysis of fireworks displays, ...

Next 4th of July will be America's 250th birthday. How Tennessee plans to celebrate the semiquincentennial

This time next year, the nation will be filled with pride and patriotism as the United States marks its 250th birthday.

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NYPD, FDNY ready to keep New Yorkers safe during July 4th fireworks show

CBS News New York's Ali Bauman got a preview of how the FDNY and NYPD are preparing to keep the massive crowds safe.

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