Celebrating July 4 - Independence Day in New Jersey. Information and tips on the locations of fireworks displays.

July 4 - Independence Day commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress in Philadelphia, PA.on July 4, 1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain.

This is a Federal holiday in the United Sates and is celebrated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, picnics, baseball games, along with many other private family and friends events.

Families and friends can be found getting together for barbecues, vacations, and although illegal in New Jersey, shooting off fireworks.

This Fourth of July, there are many ways that you can celebrate Independence Day in NJ. Here, you will find some ways to celebrate the Fourth of July that the entire family is sure to enjoy.

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July 4th 2008 - New Jersey Fireworks Celebrations
Northern New Jersey
Bridgewater 4th of July 5 PM to 11 PM North Branch Park, Bridgewater 908 722-1200 x225	Verdict kicks off Independence Day at North Branch Park, turning the park into a tropical vacation paradise with their rich blend of classic reggae, calypso, soca, and funk island music. Then Smooth grabs the stage with their re-creation of the Motown sounds of the Temptations, Four Tops, and Smokey Robinson. With a great brass section and smooth-as-silk voices, Smooth will keep the party rocking! Other highlights of the day include children's entertainers and activities, including horse rides, moonwalk, giant slide, magic show, sing a longs, cartoon characters and Revolutionary period groups. The evening culminates with fireworks. Free
Ramsey 4th of July 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM Finch Park	Birthday Party and Fourth of July Celebration Join thousands of your neighbors at this great Ramsey tradition. Enjoy music under the stars and fireworks after dusk.
Ridgewood 4th of July Veteran's Field Gates open - 6:30 PM	Evening Celebration and Fireworks Rain Date- Monday, July 7th. Fireworks patrons and belongings are subject to security checks when entering Veterans Field. Expect additional street closings around Veteran's Field. The ice cream trucks on the field sell more than just ice cream. Hot dogs and hamburgers are also available. No refunds or exchanges will be given.
Central New Jersey
Long Branch 4th of July 10 am to 10 pm, rain or shine	The Jersey Shore's biggest Free Independence Day celebration. Enjoy food, music, live entertainment, large sand sculpting displays, games, craft vendors and activities for children, along with a spectacular oceanfront fireworks finale.
Princeton July 2nd Fields open at 7pm for picnicking, fireworks at dusk, usually shortly after 9pm.	The best viewing site for fireworks is from the Princeton University sports fields immediately next to The University Stadium. No alcoholic beverages allowed.
Red Bank July 3rd Marine Park, at the base of Wharf Avenue, and Riverside Gardens Park on Front Street	KaBoom! Fireworks on the Navesink takes place along the banks of the Navesink River the evening of July 3, 2008 (with a rain date of July 4th). More than a dozen food vendors set-up to provide food and drink to the over 50,000 people who pour into downtown Red Bank for the event. A large stage is set up at each park and live entertainment is provided from 4:00 PM up until the fireworks show at dusk and then again for another 45 minutes after the display. At around 9:15 PM the skies fill with one of the most sophisticated fireworks displays in the country. Launched from two barge locations, Garden State Fireworks of Millington, New Jersey shoots over 10,000 shells, all choreographed to an eclectic mix of popular and patriotic songs.
Seaside Heights 4th of July 9:30 PM	Fireworks display on the beach in Seaside Heights
Southern New Jersey
Atlantic City Borgata Hotel Casino & Harrah's Casino Atlantic City July 3, 2008 9 PM	Both Casino's will join forces on the bay for a Grucci fireworks display that promises to be the best fireworks display ever held in Atlantic City. Harrah's and Borgata's public areas is the place to view the fireworks and will be open at 7:30 p.m., followed by the display at 9 p.m.
Cape May 4th of July	Fireworks shot off on a barge on the ocean, visible from the beach, no charge. For tickets to an All-American picnic to be held on the lawn of historic Congress Hall, held before the show, contact Congress Hall at 888-944-1816. Tickets $20.
Cherry Hill 4th of July 9 PM	Entertainment begins at 8 p.m. at High School West, Chapel Avenue. Gates open at 7 p.m. Rain date July 5.
Ocean City 4th of July	The days activities will begin with Kite flying competition 5pm at Carey Stadium, 6th St. off the Boardwalk, followed by entertainment. A spectacular fireworks display (location to be determined) at 9pm. For more information call 609-525-9300.
Wildwood 4th of July 10 PM	Fireworks at Boardwalk at Pine Avenue.

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