Ultimate 2025 Guide to Bergen County, NJ July 4th Independence Day Events
Fireworks, Parades, and Festivities in Bergen County: Your Complete Schedule
Where are the Bergen County July 4th fireworks near you? What time do they kick off? Are there any Independence Day parades or celebrations happening in your town or nearby communities?
Looking for the best spots to watch fireworks in Bergen County? Curious about the schedule of local Independence Day celebrations? Our comprehensive guide to July 4th events in Bergen County has everything you need. Whether it’s local town parades, dazzling fireworks, or fun family activities, we’ve got you covered.
Top Independence Day Celebrations in Bergen County
This year, Bergen County is packed with spectacular local events leading up to and following July 4th. From parades to breathtaking fireworks shows, there’s something for everyone. Check out our detailed list of events, including time and locations, to plan your celebrations and make the most of the holiday.
Fireworks Displays: When and Where to Watch
Get the scoop on the best fireworks displays happening in your hometown. Our guide covers all the major shows in Bergen County, with exact times and prime viewing spots so you can enjoy the night sky lighting up in celebration. This list is updated as new information becomes available.
Parades and Festivities: Join the July 4th Fun in Bergen County
Fourth of July parades are a time-honored Bergen County tradition in communities like Ridgewood, Ridgefield Park and others, featuring marching bands, floats, and patriotic displays. Find out where local Bergen County area parades are happening and when they start. Bring your friends and family to join the festivities and show your patriotic spirit.
Find Bergen County’s July 4th Events
Here are just a few of the exciting events planned for this year’s Bergen County July 4th celebration. Click each event link for more details and get ready for an unforgettable Independence Day weekend in Bergen County! Make sure to also check out the mybergen.com Events Calendar for more local events. Our calendar is updated daily!
Bergen County Independence Day events, June 26 through July 6:
Thursday, June 26
Saturday, June 28
Monday, June 30
Thursday, July 3
- Oradell July 4th Fireworks
- Ramsey Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks at Finch Park
- Maywood Fireworks Celebration
- Frank “Dutch” Cleenput 4th of July Annual Softball Game in Paramus
Friday, July 4
- Ridgewood Flag Raising Ceremony
- Ridgewood Fourth of July Parade
- Ridgewood 4th of July Fireworks
- Teaneck Independence Day Parade
- Paramus Independence Day Parade
- Ridgefield Park Fourth of July Parade and Celebration
- Leonia Firecracker Run 4 Fun
- River Edge 4th of July Parade & Fair
- Fourth of July Celebration at Fort Lee Historic Park
Glen Rock Tribute Run 5K and Kids Fun Run: Friday, July 4 at 8:00 am
Enjoy running along the beautiful streets of Glen Rock in this community event on July 4th before the Glen Rock parade starts. Then stick around to enjoy the parade itself!
Proceeds benefit G.R.A.C.E., an organization set up after 911 to provide assistance to family members of those who died in the terrorist attacks. G.R.A.C.E. continues its work by maintaining the 911 Memorial in Glen Rock, and providing scholarship funds to High School Seniors in memory of Glen Rock’s eleven victims.
Get more information and register here.
Bergen County Star-Spangled Spectacular at Overpeck Park Amphitheater in Ridgefield Park: Friday, July 4, at 2:30 pm
The New Jersey Wind Symphony and Bergen County are hosting a 4th of July bash you won’t want to miss! Bergen County’s Star-Spangled Spectacular takes place at the Overpeck Park Amphitheater in Ridgefield Park. The festivities begin at 2:30 pm and include:
- Food Trucks
- Beer and Wine Garden
- New Jersey Wind Symphony
- 9th New York Field Artillery Regiment
- Activities for Kids
- Fireworks
- More!
Be sure to bring your blankets and chairs. Find more information and an event schedule here. The Overpeck Park Amphitheater is located at 199 Challenger Road in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey.
Ridgefield Park 4th of July Celebration
Reading of Declaration of Independence and Ceremonies: The day begins at 7:30 am at Euclid Avenue and Mt. Vernon Street with a public reading of the Declaration of Independence at Memorial Plaza. At 7:45 am, the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of America will lead a Flag Raising Ceremony. At 8:00 am at Euclid and Cedar Street, the Fire Department and Emergency Units will host a service awards ceremony.
Baby & Youth Parade: Kicks off at 9:00 am at Poplar Street and Euclid Avenue. Children from the village and surrounding areas take part by walking or riding in decorated carriages, floats, and bicycles. This year’s parade theme is “Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the United States Army, Navy and Marines.”
Civic Parade: Starts at 11:30 am at Preston Street and Hudson Avenue. The route moves west to Roosevelt Avenue, north to Union Place, west to Main Street, and south to Brewster Park.
Evening Concert and Fireworks: The celebration wraps up at Veterans Field (Overlook Avenue and Poplar Street) with a concert and fireworks display. The Rutherford Community Band performs at 7:30 pm, followed by fireworks. Admission is free to all events.
Visit ridgefieldpark.org to find more information.
4th of July Celebration at Foschini Park in Hackensack: Friday, July 4 at 4:00 pm
This party at Foschini Park in Hackensack offers everything you need for a happy 4th of July! And it’s free!
The celebration includes family games and food trucks beginning at 4:00 pm, followed by live music with Fillet of Soul at 7:30, and a fireworks spectacular at 9:00 pm.
The festivities take place at Foschini Park, 278 River Street in Hackensack. Click here for more information.
Saturday, July 5
Sunday, July 6
Paramus Food Truck Festival and Fireworks Show: Sunday, July 6, 5:00 pm-10:00 pm
Get ready for an amazing Fourth of July celebration in Paramus! Before the fireworks light up the sky, enjoy the Pre-Fireworks Food Truck Festival followed by a spectacular fireworks display.
The festivities take place at Cliff Gennarelli Sports Complex. The Food Truck Festival runs from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm, followed by the fireworks display from 8:00 pm-10:00 pm. Find more information here.
Have a Fabulous Fourth of July!
Plan your holiday with our ultimate guide to Independence Day events in Bergen County. Whether you’re a local or visiting, this guide ensures you won’t miss any of the celebrations. Enjoy the festivities!
You’ll find information about more Bergen County July 4th fireworks and other area patriotic events on the mybergen.com Events Calendar! Our calendar is updated daily, so check back often to find new things happening in the northern New Jersey area throughout the July 4th weekend and all summer long! New Fourth of July events will be added to mybergen.com as information becomes available.
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