4th of July 2022: Firework displays in Orange, Ulster, Sullivan counties

Heather Clark and Beth Kalet, Times Herald-Record
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Check out our list of Fourth of July events around Orange and Ulster counties. Don't see your town's fireworks display or event? Information can be sent to kcroke1@gannett.com or hclark@gannett.com.

July 1

Accord: Accord Speedway will host a "Fireworks Extravaganza" presented by Dan's Towing and the Dave Flach Memorial Race. Spectator gates open at 5:30 p.m. and laps start at 7 p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults and $3 for children 11 and younger. A rain date is planned for July 17. For more information, visit accordspeedway.com/events. 299 Whitefield Road.

In this file photo, fireworks light up the night sky.
In this file photo, fireworks light up the night sky.

Greenwood Lake: The village's Independence Day Celebration begins at 11 a.m. with a parade along Windermere Avenue. At 2 p.m. there will be free concerts at Waterfront Park where food and beer will be available. Fireworks begin at dusk. Head to allevents.in/greenwood-lake-independence-day-celebration for more information.

Newburgh: The town's Community Day Independence Day Celebration is from 6 to 10 p.m. at Algonquin Park/Cronomer Park. There will be fire company displays, food, games and more. Fireworks will be set off at dusk. Visit townofnewburgh.org for more information.

Washingtonville: Vern Allen Park, 6 p.m. Live music by the Hillbilly Parade, food vendors and fireworks.

In this 2020 file photo, veterans from the American Legion watch the fireworks as they wait for their bus at the Orange County Fair Speedway.
In this 2020 file photo, veterans from the American Legion watch the fireworks as they wait for their bus at the Orange County Fair Speedway.

July 2

Fort Montgomery: Independence DayCelebration at Fort Montgomery, 690 Route 9W, Fort Montgomery, noon. Witness the roar and thunder at the Grand Battery when the fort’s 6-pounder cannon “Ana” is fired at noon.  Fife and drum music to Follow. Camp activities, military, and site tours drills will take place throughout the day.

Middletown: Middletown’s 2022 Stars and Stripes Celebration will take place at Fancher-Davidge Park, 158-170 Lake Ave. Party in the Park kicks off at 6 p.m. with the Middletown Recreation & Parks Department including kids crafts, gently loved used children’s book giveaway, Middletown Rec. youth breakdancing demo and a Zumba expo. Live entertainment starts at 7 p.m. Fireworks at dusk. Go to middletown-ny.com for more information.

West Point: As part of the Music Under the Stars program by the West Point Band, the band will host an Independence Day celebration beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the West Point Trophy Point Amphitheater, 117-119 Washington Road. Attendees are invited to bring their own blankets and pack a picnic. Fireworks on the Hudson River will follow the performance. A rain date is set for July 3. For more information, go to westpointband.com/trophy-point.

July 4

Cornwall: The day is full of events, beginning with breakfast at Highland Engine Company from 7 to 11 a.m. At 5 p.m. a parade will begin on Main Street. Throughout the day there will be an art show, pie eating contest, duck derby and more. The fireworks display over Ring's Pond will begin after dark, around 9:30 p.m., and continue for 45 minutes. Visit cornwall4th.org/fireworks or facebook.com/Cornwall4th for more information.

Ellenville/Wawarsing: A parade begins at 11 a.m. in the village. Fireworks will begin at 9:30 p.m. at Resnick Airport, 199 Airport Road, Napanoch. Head to facebook.com/EllenvilleWawarsing-4th-of-July-Committee for more information.

Goshen: Legoland New York will host their "Red, White & BOOM!" fireworks display. The resort will be open with extended hours for the event. Fireworks are included in the price of resort admission. Go to legoland.com/new-york/things-to-do/seasonal-events/red-white-boom for more information.

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Kingston: Fireworks return to Rondout Creek between 9 and 9:30 p.m. Check out facebook.com/olesavannah for more information.

Liberty: Live performance by The Other Band, noon on the Main Street Stage, with "The Star Spangled Banner," and continuing immediately following the parade, with rock 'n' roll music. Parade kicks off at noon, Main Street; events continue noon-3:30 p.m. LaPolt Park, rain or shine. Fireworks at dusk. Info at Greater Liberty Chamber of Commerce Facebook page or call 845-292-9797 or email libertynychamber@gmail.com.

New York City: Macy's 46th annual Fourth of July Fireworks in New York City will begin at 8 p.m. Five barges will align themselves along the East River near Manhattan's midtown while patriotic music, conducted by Ray Chew, will serve as the background to the displays. The United States Army Field Band and Soldiers' Chorus and the Young People's Chorus of New York City will also perform.

Viewing areas can be found along FDR Drive at 42nd, 34th and 23rd streets, with security points located along 1st Avenue. There is also viewing rom Gantry Plaza State Park, Transmitter Park, Bushwick Inlet Park and Marsha P. Johnson State Park. Keep in mind that if viewing areas may be closed as they get crowded.

Can't make it to NYC for the show? The Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks will be shown live on NBC and streamed on Peacock. Visit macys.com/social/fireworks for more information.

Saugerties: A parade begins at 11 a.m. stepping off from Washington Avenue at Robert Moser Drive. Fireworks will begin at dusk and can be viewed at Cantine Field. Check out villagesaugerties.digitaltowpath.org for more information.

Walkway Over the Hudson: Ticketholders will be permitted onto the Walkway from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. for special viewing of the city of Poughkeepsie's fireworks display which is set to light up the night sky between 8:15 and 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 for those age 11 and older, $15 for people 65 and older, veterans, and Walkway members. Children ages 10 and younger are free, but need tickets to enter. Ticketholders may enter from either side of the Walkway. For more information, go to walkway.org/event/fireworks-over-the-hudson-river.

In this 2015 file photo, fireworks explode over Thomas Bull Memorial Park in Hamptonburgh.
In this 2015 file photo, fireworks explode over Thomas Bull Memorial Park in Hamptonburgh.

July 29

Montgomery: Orange County Freedom Fest will be held at Thomas Bull Memorial Park. Live entertainment, food trucks, special salute to veterans. Family-friendly event open to the community. Gates open at 4 p.m. Fireworks at dusk. Residents can purchase food and drinks. For details and date, time updates, go to OrangeCountygov.com or OrangeTourism.org.

Other Independence Day events

Let Freedom Ring! Independence Day Celebration, July 2: From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Senate House State Historic Site will host a day full of all things patriotic. There will be speeches, songs performed by the AOH Pipe Band, colonial demonstrations, guided tours and more. Tours are $7 for adults and $5 for seniors. All other activities are free. 296 Fair St., Kingston. ulstercountyalive.com/calendar/senate-house-let-freedom-ring-july-2.

Phoenicia Annual 4th of July Parade, July 4: The parade begins at 11 a.m. from Phoenicia school. There is a $200 prize for the best float and $100 prize for "judges choice" classic cars. Fore more information, visit shandaken-ny.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/parade-2022.jpg

Karen Croke is the features editor for lohud.com and poughkeepsiejournal.com. Find my stories here. Reach me at kcroke1@lohud.com

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