Photo by Kelly Postiglione taken in Mamaroneck, NY
Fourth of July is around the corner, and Westchester is ready to light up the sky! From big waterfront displays to local favorites, we’ve rounded up the best spots to catch fireworks with your family this year. All information below is courtesy of the respective towns’ websites and Westchester County Parks.
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Sound Shore Fireworks
New Rochelle
- Event: America 250: Downtown Summer Sizzle / Spark the Sound Celebration @ Hudson Park
- Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
- Time: 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
- Location: Hudson Park Bandshell
- Link: City of New Rochelle Parks & Recreation
Port Chester
- Event: Independence Day Fireworks Celebration
- Date: Saturday, July 4, 2025
- Time: 8:30 PM (following live performance at 7:00 PM)
- Location: Ryan Stadium, Port Chester High School
- Link: Village of Port Chester
Harrison
- Event: Summer Concert & Fireworks
- Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2026
- Time: Fireworks 9:15 PM, Concert 7pm
- Location: Oakland Avenue
White Plains
- Event: Independence Day Celebration
- Date: Thursday, July 2, 2026
- Time: 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
- Location: White Plains High School
- Link: City of White Plains Recreation & Park
Mamaroneck
- Event: Fireworks at the Firemen’s Carnival
- Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026 (Rain Date of July 5th)
- Time: 9:15 pm
- Location: Harbor Island Park
- Link: Village of Mamaroneck Fire Department (Carnival runs from Friday, June 26th through Sunday, July 5th)
Rye- Playland
- Event: Playland Fireworks
- Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM
- Location: Playland Park
- Link: Check Playland Park Events page for their Fourth of July schedule.
Rye- Barley Beach House
- Event: July 4th Beach Party
- Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
- Time: 6:00–10:00 PM, Fireworks 9:15 PM
- Location: Barley Beach House, Rye Town Park
- Link: Barley Beach House Events
More Westchester Celebrations
Katonah (Caramoor)
- Event: “Pops, Patriots, and Fireworks”
- Date: July 4, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM concert, fireworks to follow
- Location: Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts
- Link: Caramoor.org
Valhalla (Kensico Dam)
- Event: Kensico Dam Music Fest & Fireworks
- Date: July 3, 2026
- Time: Pre-concert entertainment (DJ) at 5:00 PM, Live band (Naked Soul Band) at 7:00 PM, Fireworks ~9:00 PM
- Location: Kensico Dam Plaza
- Link: Westchester County Parks – Music Fest and Fireworks
Pound Ridge
- Event: Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration
- Date: July 4, 2026
- Time: 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM
- Location: Pound Ridge Town Park
- Link: Town of Pound Ridge
Important Reminders:
- Confirm Details: Always check the provided links or official town websites for the most current information, as dates and times are subject to change.
- Arrival Times: Plan to arrive early, especially for popular events, to secure parking and a good viewing spot.
- What to Bring: Consider bringing blankets, chairs, snacks, and water.
- Parking & Transportation: Be aware that parking can be limited, and public transportation or carpooling is often recommended.
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