The Fourth of July is approaching, and Long Island is the perfect place to capture the spirit of American independence against a coastal backdrop. Whether you’re seeking a family-friendly event or some beachside pyrotechnics, don your red, white, and blue to celebrate patriotism on Long Island.

 

Weekend of Independence Day:

Greenport Fire Department's Annual Carnival and Fireworks Show

July 2-6 | Carnival rides, games, food and entertainment | Fireworks Wednesday and Saturday

 

Annual Amityville Street Fair

July 3 | Includes Kids Funzone, food vendors, live music and artisan bazaar | Admission is free

 

Southampton Independence Day Parade

July 4 | Long Island’s largest and oldest Fourth of July parade

 

Annual Jovia Financial Credit Union Fireworks Spectacular at Jones Beach

July 4 | Firework show included in parking admission of $10 per car

 

Stars Over Montauk Grucci Fireworks Display

July 4 | Featuring fireworks by Grucci at Umbrella Beach

 

Montauk 4th of July Fireworks Cruise

July 4 | Tickets include beer, wine, seltzers, hors d’oeuvres, live music, and an all-American buffet dinner while aboard the cruise overlooking the firework show

 

Southold Village Merchants Fourth of July Parade

July 4 | Parade begins at noon

 

Radio Flashback at Pindar Vineyards

July 4 | Rock and Roll concert experience | Bring your own chair and blanket

 

 Long Island Ducks Post-Game Fireworks

July 2-4 | Free with the purchase of a game ticket

 

Port Jefferson Village Firework Display and Parade

Fireworks over the harbor July 3 | Parade on Main Street July 4

 

Riverhead’s Alive on 25 Street Festival and Firework Show

July 5 | Music and family-friendly festival | Fireworks begin at dusk

 

Harbes Fourth of July Weekend Fun

July 5 | Acoustic singer/songwriter Robin Sidor performance | Events all day

 

Orient Harbor Fireworks

July 6 | Fireworks by Grucci at 9:15 PM

 

Later in July:

Salute to America

July 9 | Music and Fireworks over Tobay Beach

 

SFAH 37th Annual picnic with fireworks

July 12 | All proceeds to benefit programs for youth with physical disabilities

 

Shelter Island Fireworks

July 13 | Fireworks at Crescent Beach