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The Marlton 4th of July 5K is the premier July 4th race in South Jersey featuring a fast and traffic free course featuring clocks at each mile, 2 water stops, and plenty of fans to cheer you on. From first time 5Kers to spirited competition among local high school runners, the Marlton 4th of July 5K is the place to race on July 4th. Looking for the best things to do in New Jersey this 4th of July weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list. The long-awaited 4th of July weekend blasts off July 4 includes: the Bill Oliver 5K, 1-Mile Fun Run, Riverton 4th of July Children’s Parade, park festivities, pet pageant, The Great Joe Zaneski Downhill Race, and raft race. Step back in time and celebrate Independence Day on the banks of the Raritan River. Explore the best of New Jersey’s 4th of July activities in our comprehensive guide that caters to everyone – families, explorers, and creatives alike. Celebrate Independence Day in the true spirit of the East Coast, only in New Jersey! This Fourth of July celebration features fun activities, two dozen food trucks, and a beer and wine garden. The event kicks off at 2:30 p.m. in the Ridgefield Park section of Overpeck County Park. The New Jersey Wind Symphony will perform at 8 p.m. In case of inclement weather, the event will be rescheduled to July 5. Oceanfest at Long Branch Here at Best of NJ, 4th of July is our biggest event of the year. To celebrate, we’re curating the most comprehensive list of events and fireworks displays in New Jersey; for parades and Revolutionary War reenactments to live music and fireworks. Barrington, New Jersey 08007 * Camden, N.J. July 4th at 9:30 p.m. Freedom Festival on the Camden Waterfront Wiggins Park 2 Riverside Drive Camden, New Jersey 08103 * Collingswood, N.J. July 4th at Planning Tip Most New Jersey July 4th events are FREE to attend and perfect for families! Celebrations typically run from late June through July 6, with peak festivities on July 4th featuring spectacular fireworks over beaches, rivers, and historic venues. STAFF PHOTO / L.E.A.D. Fest State Fair. Celebrate the 4th of July at a parade, celebration or epic fireworks display. During the rest of the weekend, go for a blueberry-themed run, look for sports memorabilia, or check out the unveiling of Civil War flags. See More: Location Change for Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks 2025 Bonus Montclair’s 4th of July Parade + Festival | Various Locations. Friday, July 4th at 11AM. Though not featuring a fireworks display, Montclair’s annual 4th of July parade and festival will boast music, marching bands, decorative floats, food trucks, vendors, and more. New Jersey Isn't Boring's Guide to New Jersey Events July 4th Weekend, 2025! Fireworks, festivals, and so much more. Independence Day on the Raritan at East Jersey Village Old Town July 4, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Step back in time and celebrate Independence Day on the banks of the Raritan River on Friday, July 4, from 8:30 am-4 pm at East Jersey Old Town Village—Middlesex County’s premier historical site for living history. Why New Jersey’s July 4th Fireworks are Special and Unique. New Jersey’s Fourth of July fireworks celebrations are truly one-of-a-kind, offering a dazzling display of patriotism and community spirit. With its prime locations along the Hudson River, Delaware River, and the Jersey Shore, New Jersey’s fireworks extravaganzas provide a The Fourth of July in 2025 falls on a Friday and sets the stage for an action packed long weekend in New Jersey of fireworks, parades, concerts and festivals to celebrate Independence Day. There Crack, pop, and boom! Fourth of July weekend is here, and with it, we’ve got tons of sparkling fun for the whole family. Head to one of the many 4th of July parades or fireworks up and down the state, climb a rockwall, jump on inflatables and play games at OceanFest in Long Branch, or have fun with live music, line dancing, photo ops, and farm-fresh blueberries at the Blue & BBQ Festival in The Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are spread across two weekends in New Jersey in 2025. See our town-by-town listing. Looking for the best things to do in New Jersey this July? Here are all the family-friendly events and activities you should add to your list, from fireworks and the 4th of July to summer fun all month long. Get the lowdown on New Jersey's Fourth of July fireworks displays, complete with dates and locations for local celebrations across the state. A beloved holiday tradition for many in Bergen County, and beyond, Ridgewood's annual Fourth of July celebration was named as a finalist for the Best Special Town Event in (201) Magazine's 2025
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