New Jersey Fireworks: The Ultimate Year-Round Events Guide

Explore the best 2025 Year Round NJ Fireworks Shows.

New Jersey is home to dazzling fireworks events that delight both residents and visitors all year round.

While the most iconic displays take place on July 4th and New Year's Eve, fireworks frequently illuminate the skies during various celebrations, adding a magical touch to the festivities.

These vibrant shows often serve as the grand finale for festivals, minor league baseball games, or community summer concerts.

Whether launched from a Jersey Shore beach, a local park, or an outdoor stadium, New Jersey's fireworks displays create unforgettable moments for everyone to enjoy.

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North Jersey Fireworks Highlights

When it comes to North Jersey fireworks, the region boasts some of the most impressive and well-attended displays in the state. Signature shows like the post-game fireworks at the New Jersey Jackals' Hinchliffe Stadium or the spectacular display at the Hoboken Italian Festival draw enormous crowds, often numbering in the thousands. For the best vantage points, stadium seating offers a guaranteed view at sporting events, while waterfront spots along Sinatra Drive in Hoboken provide a stunning backdrop of the Manhattan skyline. Parking is almost always a challenge at these popular events; arriving several hours early or, better yet, utilizing NJ Transit trains and buses is highly recommended. These events are steeped in tradition, combining community spirit, food, and music with a breathtaking pyrotechnic finale. For full schedules and details, explore the complete event listings below.

2025 North Jersey Fireworks Celebrations

2025 Multi-date North Jersey Fireworks Events

The Somerset Patriots Post Game Fireworks
TD Bank Ballpark
1 Patriots Park
Bridgewater, NJ
2025 Fireworks Schedule:
May 30, June 13, 14, 26, 28, July 4, 5, 11, 12, 31, August 2, 8, 9, 21, 23, September 6, 2024

Sussex County Minors Post Game Fireworks
Skylands Stadium
94 Championship Place
Augusta, NJ 07822
2025 Fireworks Schedule:
June 14, 28, July 4, 5, 19, August 2, 16, 30, 31, 2025

2025 North Jersey Fireworks Events

Summer Entertainment Grand Finale - Country Night & Fireworks
Thursday, August, 28, 2025
Belleville H.S,
100 Passaic Ave
Belleville, NJ
The're closing out the summer with a bang — live music from Saltwater Country, line dancing under the stars, delicious food trucks, and a firework show to light up the night sky! This is the grand finale of Belleville's Summer Entertainment — you don't want to miss it

Annual Mendham Labor Day Carnival, Parade, Concert, & Fireworks
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, & Monday, August 29th until September 1, 2025
Bourough Park
Mendham, NJ
Admission: Free
This annual family four day holiday event features a carnival with rides, games, food, and a 50/50 raffle, on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening 6pm - 10pm.
On Labor Day, Monday, the parade will kickoff @ 10:00am, beginning on 72 E Main St, and ending at the Borough Park Gazebo. Later in the evening at Borough Park, beginning @6pm, there will be a live concert followed by the spectacular fireworks display at dusk.

Feast of the Madonna Dei Martiri - The Hoboken Italian Festival
September 4, 5, 6, 7, 2025
Sinatra Drive between 1st Street to 3rd Street
Hoboken, NJ
The Hoboken Italian Festival, the premier Italian-American festival in New Jersey is over 80 years old, and is derived from a festival in Italy that is over 600 years old. The Festival is a four day celebration of music food and fun from Thursday through Sunday. On Saturday they celebrate their "Feast" day, when the 800lb statue of Madonna Dei Martiri or Madonna of the Martyrs is carried through the streets of Hoboken.This includes a reenactment of the Blessing of the Fleet in the Hudson River, and culminating with a fireworks show over Sinatra Park.

Hardyston Fall Family Festival
Friday, September 5th, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Wheatsworth Sports & Recreation Complex
Wheatsworth Rd
Hardyston, NJ
This family event features food, live music and fireworks. Bring lawn chairs/blankets to listen to the live concert & watch the fireworks!

Elmwood Park "Community Day" Festival
Saturday, September 6th, 2025: 11am until 5pm
Elmwood Park H.S.
213 Speidel Ave.
Elmwood, NJ
This event features exhibitors selling a selection of assorted items, live entertainment, kiddie rides & games, festival foods & food trucks, and Fireworks at dusk. Bring your lawn chairs & blankets

Parkridge Free Concert and Fireworks
Saturday, September 6th, 2025 @7pm (Rain Date Sept 7th)
Park Ridge H.S. Football Field
Park Ridge, NJ
This famiy event will feature a concert by "The North Jersey Concert Band" and firworks at dusk
Bring a blanket

The House Music Festival for a Cause
Saturday, September 20, 2025; noon to 9:30pm (rain date Sept 27th)
Cedar Brook Park
Plainfield, NJ
This event features live entertainment by local artists, DJ's, Food trucks, crafts, and fireworks at dusk.
This annual event is held to raise awareness of prostate cancer and other diseases that disproportionately affect the black and brown communities.

Wyckoff Fireworks
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Memorial Town Hall
Scott Plaza
Wyckoff, NJ
Free admission
DJ starts at 6:00pm Fireworks at 8:00pm

New Providence Holiday Festival
Friday, November 28, 2025 @6 pm,
Downtown New Providence, NJ
This family-friendly event will feature Santa's arrival at Provident Bank on South Street and his parade through downtown with the NPHS Marching Band. There'll be merchant activities and giveaways, along with fireworks!

2026 North Jersey Fireworks Events

Wyckoff Street Festival
June 26, 2026
Main Street
Wyckoff, NJ
This event features live music, food, games, rides, and fireworks at dusk

Central Jersey Fireworks Highlights

Central Jersey fireworks offer a fantastic mix of shore-side spectacles and classic inland celebrations. The region is famous for its diverse venues, from the energetic atmosphere of a Jersey Shore Blue Claws game in Lakewood to the beloved weekly boardwalk shows in Point Pleasant and Seaside Heights. Inland, municipal events like Brick's Summerfest combine free concerts with pyrotechnics in a family-friendly park setting. Be advised that shore traffic, particularly on Route 35 and the Garden State Parkway, can be extremely heavy on summer evenings. For a stress-free experience, plan to arrive early, enjoy dinner locally, and settle in for the show. Most venues are equipped with ample family amenities, making them a perfect summer outing.

2025 Central Jersey Fireworks Celebrations

2025 Multi Date Central Jersey Fireworks Celebrations

Jersey Shore Blue Claws Post Game Fireworks
2 Stadium Way
Lakewood, NJ
2025 Fireworks Schedule:
June 13th, 20th, July 3rd (Independence Week Show), 18th, 19th, 25th, August 8th, 21st, 22nd, September 5th, 6th, 2025

Jenkinson's Boardwalk Thursday Night Fireworks
Every Thursday night from June 19th through August 28th, 2025
Jenkinson's Boardwalk
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
A summer tradition featuring آ a dazzling display of lights that can be enjoyed from both the boardwalk and the beach. It's the perfect way to end a day of family fun and make lasting memories!

Trenton Thunder Post Game Fireworks
One Thunder Road
Trenton, NJ
2025 Fireworks Schedule:
June 5, 7, 19, 26, 28, July 4, 19, 31. August 14, 23, 30, 2025

Seaside Heights Fireworks on the Beach
Seaside Heights, NJ
July 4th, and Wednesday nights, July 9, 16, 23, 30, August 6, 13, 20, 27, 2025
Fireworks are visible from anywhere on the boardwalk! Fireworks kick off at 9:30pm

2025 Central Jersey Fireworks Events.

Long Branch Summer Free Concert Series
The concert series Thursday By The Sea
August 28th, 2025; 7 - 8:30pm,
Pier Village
Long Branch, NJ
The summer concerts series ends with firework on its final season performance

Annual South Plainfield Labor Day Parade & Fireworks
Monday, September 1, 2025
Spring Lake Park
South Plainfield, NJ
The parade starts at the Police Athletic League [PAL] Recreation Center on Maple Avenue at Noon.
Immediately following parade, enjoy the festivities at the Veterans' Memorial Park (327 Elm Street - behind the South Plainfield Senior Center). Fireworks at dusk at Spring Lake Park

North Brunswick Annual Heritage Day
Saturday, October 4, 2025: 3 pm. to 10 pm. (Rain date is Sunday, October 6th)
Community Park
2051 Route 130S
North Brunswick Township, NJ
Free admission
This event features a celebration of New Brunswisk's heritage with live music, food vendors, a beer garden, and a grand finale fireworks display at dusk.

South Jersey Fireworks Highlights

The South Jersey fireworks scene is defined by its vibrant shore towns and rich cultural festivals. From the casino-sponsored extravaganzas over the Atlantic City boardwalk to historic celebrations like the Feast of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in Hammonton, there's a show for every taste. The season often kicks off with county fair finales, including the popular fireworks in Burlington County NJ at their annual farm fair. To make the most of a show, especially in shore towns, navigating beach traffic is key. Plan to arrive well before sunset to secure a good parking spot and a prime viewing location on the sand. Whether you're looking for a weekly tradition or a special holiday display, South Jersey delivers dazzling pyrotechnics all season long.

2025 South Jersey Fireworks Celebrations

2025 Multi Date South Jersey Fireworks Celebrations

Tropicana's Free Fireworks Series
August 2, 16, 30, 2025, @ 10pm
Tropicana Casino & Resort
2831 Boardwalk
Atlantic City, NJ
Free Event
These breathtaking shows are visible from the beach and the iconic Atlantic City boardwalk in front of Tropicana Atlantic City offering a spectacular view for visitors and locals alike. Whether you're enjoying the beach or strolling along the boardwalk, this dazzling display is the perfect way to cap off your evening.

Wildwoods Boardwalk Friday Night Fireworks
Fridays, from June 27th to August 29th, 2025. (Rain Date is Sunday at 10 pm.)
The Wildwoods Boardwalk
Pine Ave. Beach
Wildwood, NJ
Fireworks are launched from Pine Avenue & the Beach.
Every Friday Night at 10 pm, enjoy this spectacular nighttime display of fireworks exploding to a musical score that is played all along the Boardwalk and is simulcast on 98.7 The Coast.

2025 South Jersey Fireworks Events

Wildwood Crest Seafarers Celebration
Saturday, September 20, 2025; 9 a.m. to 9 p.m
Sunset Lake along New Jersey Avenue from Rambler Road to Miami Avenue
Wildwood Crest, NJ
This annual family event features entertainment, including live music, children's activities, crafters, and food vendors. As dusk settles in, the excitement shifts to Centennial Park where lively tunes set the stage for an evening of dancing and merriment. The grand finale concludes with a spectacular beachfront fireworks display.

New Jersey Year Round Fireworks Shows
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