Celebrate the Fourth of July in NYC with spectacular fireworks, patriotic celebrations, waterfront festivities, live music, and family-friendly events happening across the city! 🇺🇸🎆✨

• Macy’s 50th Annual 4th of July Fireworks show: A celebration 50 years in the making. The nation’s 250th birthday. One unforgettable night. Don’t miss the ultimate summer celebration as Macy’s illuminates New York City’s iconic skyline with a kaleidoscope of color for the 50th Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks.

• Sail4th 250 Harbor Spectacle: The United States 250th birthday is this year and the Sail4th 250 event is completely taking over New York Harbor from July 3 through July 9. The festivities officially begin on July 3 with an incredible parade of Class B tall ships sailing down the East River. On the morning of July 4, the main event hits the water as more than 30 massive Class A tall ships and over 40 international naval vessels sail under the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge .

• Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest: It’s not a true Fourth of July in NYC without the legendary Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest in Coney Island. Watch competitive eating icons battle for the coveted Mustard Belt as thousands gather for one of the city’s most iconic and outrageous Independence Day traditions. Arrive early to experience the electric atmosphere, packed crowds, and hot dog-fueled excitement before the eating begins.