Parisa Burton 
Summer in New Jersey and fireworks just go together. With the Fourth of July coming up, we’ve pulled together the top spots to catch a spectacular light show in Montclair and Essex County. From neighborhood celebrations to larger shows nearby, there are plenty of ways to take in the fireworks this season. Keep reading for a guide to Fourth of July fireworks in Montclair + Essex County this 2026.
Editor’s note: this list will be updated as more information becomes available. Please email [email protected] to share information.
Bloomfield
Independence Day Celebration | Foley Field, John F Kennedy Drive North, Bloomfield
Saturday, July 4th | 5:30PM
The 2026 Bloomfield Independence Day celebration will feature food vendors, kids’ activities, and an award ceremony. Gates open at 5:30PM at Foley Field, followed by an opening ceremony and awards at 7:30PM. The band, The Infernos will take the stage at 8PM, with a fireworks show closing out the night. Learn more here.
Read More: A Guide to Summer Festivals Happening in Montclair + Essex County in 2026
Cedar Grove
Cedar Grove Fireworks Display | Panther Park, 118 West Bradford Avenue, Cedar Grove
Thursday, July 2nd | 7PM
The 2026 annual Cedar Grove fireworks display will be held at Panther Park. This annual event typically begins at 7PM and this year’s rain date is July 3rd.
Livingston
Livingston July 4th Celebration | Livingston High School Parking Lot, 30 Robert H Harp Drive
Saturday, July 4th
Livingston’s annual 4th of July celebration includes children’s programs with family-friendly activities, food trucks, vendors, a beer garden, and live music. There is no rain date for this event. See 2026 details here.
Millburn + Short Hills
Independence Day Celebration | Millburn High School, 462 Millburn Avenue, Millburn
Saturday, July 4th | All Day
The annual Independence Day Celebration in Millburn + Short Hills will return to Millburn High School for 2026. Beginning at 9AM, visitors can enjoy magician, a kids’ DJ dance party, face painting, stilt walkers, and more. Doors open for the fireworks show at 7:30PM, with the display happening at 9PM. Local food trucks including Scream Truck and Jersey Jonny’s Grill will be present. See here for more.
Paramus
Food Truck Festival + Fireworks Show | Paramus High School, Paramus
Friday, July 3rd | 2PM
The food truck festival will be hosted by the Paramus Volunteer Fire Department + Just Jersey Fest, and begin at 2PM, followed by a fireworks show at dusk. You may bring a blanket or chair to watch the show. See details here.
Verona
Fourth of July Fireworks & America 250 Celebration | Kicks off at Liberty Field, White Rock Road
Wednesday, July 1st | 7PM
Attendees can expect a DJ, dancing + entertainment in Verona. View more event info here.
Ridgewood
Ridgewood Fourth of July Celebration | Veteran’s Field, 131 North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood
Saturday, July 4th | 6PM
Gates open at 6PM, with evening entertainment, food trucks, and beer. The National Anthem will be sung at 9:10PM with fireworks to follow. Learn more here.
See More: 2026 Summer Festivals in Hoboken + Jersey City
Annual Fourth of July Celebration | West Orange High School, 51 Conforti Avenue
Saturday, July 4th | 12PM
The Township of West Orange will host its Annual Fourth of July Celebration from 12PM to 6PM at West Orange High School. The family-friendly event will feature local food trucks, live music, a DJ, a Kids Zone, face painting, and more. See more details here.
Bonus
Montclair’s 4th of July Parade + Festival | Starts at Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair
Friday, July 4th | 11AM
Though it will not feature a fireworks display, Montclair’s annual 4th of July parade and festival will boast music, games, food trucks, vendors, and more. This community event kicks off at 11AM with a parade, which follows a 1.6-mile route beginning on Bloomfield Avenue, traveling north along Watchung Avenue and Valley Road, and ending at Edgemont Park. The festival portion of the event will happen at 1PM, featuring a community picnic. See here for more.
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