New York City’s Fourth of July fireworks show will be returning to the East River next month to dazzle revelers after the display had moved across town to the Hudson River for last year’s celebration, city officials said.
The 49th annual Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks show will launch thousands of shells from the iconic Brooklyn Bridge and four surrounding barges in the East River near Manhattan’s Seaport District as part of the Big Apple’s 400th birthday, according to the mayor’s office.
“The Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks show is one of New York City’s most iconic traditions, drawing thousands from across our city, the country, and the globe to witness a world-class celebration of America’s birthday,” Mayor Eric Adams said in a statement.
“As we celebrate 400 years since New York City’s founding, we’re thrilled to welcome the crowds, once again, to experience an unforgettable Independence Day at our world-famous Brooklyn Bridge and East River skyline,” Hizzoner added.
The display was moved to the East River nearly 10 years ago, with officials saying more New Yorkers could see them — though last year’s show went back to the Hudson River off Lower Manhattan.
While the location shake-up may have delighted New Jerseyans and West Siders, the sudden change left residents in Brooklyn, Queens, Roosevelt island and Manhattan’s East Side feeling dumped.
Public viewing this year will be available from any area with an unobstructed view of the sky above the lower East River, officials said.
Additional details on viewing locations, live broadcasts, and a city-sponsored lottery for free public viewing tickets will be announced in the coming weeks, the mayor’s office said.
