Wide-open waterfront views Plenty of dining and entertainment options nearby Ideal for families and groups Frederick’s 4th of July (Baker Park) Known as one of Maryland’s largest Independence Day celebrations, this event offers all-day entertainment. Mini amusement rides for kids Live music performances Food vendors and fireworks at dusk Lake Kittamaqundi (Columbia) This relaxed lakeside Here is your summer 2025 guide to fireworks displays across Connecticut. ontana is gearing up for vibrant Fourth of July celebrations with fireworks, parades, live music, and family-friendly activities happening in cities and towns A variety of towns and cities across the state have events planned over multiple days to celebrate the Fourth of July. Where and when to see 4th of July fireworks celebrations from Macy's to Coney Island in NYC, New York, New Jersey and Connecticut in 2025. This year's of the best places to watch kid-friendly 4th of July fireworks in Connecticut includes intimate celebrations to crowd-pleasing spectacles. And remember to always check your Fireworks shows and events are planned across Connecticut to celebrate Independence Day 2025. WTNH News 8 created a list of where and when to find a Fourth of July event near you A list of summer 2025 firework shows around Connecticut. Friday, July 4th: Rim-the-Lake with Flares 9:00pm. Fireworks 9:30pm. Rain date: Saturday, July 5th Flares will be available in mid-June at County Wine & Spirits, the Smithy at Nine Main, the Hopkins Inn, and at TBD locations around the lake. $5 suggested donation per flare. Fireworks are proudly presented by the Lake Waramaug Association at 9:30 PM. Limited first-come, first-served public Middletown City of Middletown Fireworks Festival 2025 - Middletown Community Park, Time: Festival starts at 5 p.m., Fireworks at 9:30 p.m.. Rain Date: 6/29/2025 New Britain New Britain Bees - New Britain Stadium, Time: End of Game Trumbull Trumbull Day 2025 - Hillcrest Middle School , Time: Event starts at 2 p.m, fireworks at 9 p.m. When: Saturday, July 5 from 4-10 p.m., fireworks at 10 p.m. Where: Bushnell Park, 1 Jewell St., Hartford Great American Boom One of the state’s largest Independence Day celebrations, New Britain’s Great American Boom draws around 40,000 people. The event features a fireworks show, food trucks, and a dance party with a DJ. Fireworks, parades, fife & drums parades and musket fire. Town cookouts, lawn games, band music in the park gazebo, boat cruises, picnics on the beach. Your idea of July 4th 2025 celebrations is alive in every part of New England. Stick with your favorite tradition or try something. Check these pages often. New postings coming daily. Find Fairs and Festivals throughout New England and many As the Fourth of July approaches, towns across New Hampshire are gearing up for a weekend filled with fireworks shows, parades, concerts, and more to celebrate America’s independence. Cities and towns across Connecticut are gearing up for the Fourth of July. Celebrations including parades, live music and fireworks shows are planned to commemorate the nation’s 249th birthday. Here’s an updated list of ways to join in on the festivities across the state. Here's a county-by-county list of fireworks shows across Connecticut to celebrate the Fourth of July 2025. Saturday, Aug. 2, North Branford Poco (Potato and Corn) Festival, Augur Park, 290 Forest Road in Northford, fireworks begin after 9:15 p.m. Rain date in Sunday, Aug. 4. Legal fireworks on display during a news conference about New Haven’s upcoming July 4th fireworks show and fireworks safety on July 1, 2025. As July begins, the country is getting ready to celebrate the Fourth of July, and many towns across Connecticut are preparing special fireworks shows, parades, concerts and more to celebrate the holiday. From town-wide carnivals to long nights of live music and dancing to breathtaking fireworks over 4th of July Weekend 2025 in Connecticut is alight with fireworks, parades, and more family-friendly events to add to your list for this weekend. New Haven’s spectacular 4th of July Fireworks Display returns in 2025 as one of Connecticut’s most breathtaking Independence Day celebrations, with the unique advantage of fireworks launched from atop the iconic East Rock Park.
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