Seasonal & Holidays

July 4th 2022: Find Fireworks Near Salem, NH

See Patch's guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Salem, New Hampshire

SALEM, NH — After two years of cancellations and modifications, residents in cities and counties across the country are looking forward to many of the traditional Independence Day activities that mark the summer holiday. July 4 is tomorrow, so there’s still time to find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you in 2022.

We have all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Salem so you can start planning now.

Here's what's in store this July 4 near Salem:

Fireworks Show

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Where: Canobie Lake Park

When: Evenings of July 2, 3, and 4

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Fireworks will continue every Friday evening through Labor Day Weekend.

For more information, visit Canobie.com.


Town of Merrimack Fourth of July Parade

Where: The Commons Shopping Center, 515 Daniel Webster Hwy

When: 1 p.m., July 4

Merrimack is also hosting a pancake breakfast, its Annual Sparkler 5K Road Race and a fireworks display.

For more information, visit MerrimackParksAndRec.com.


Run For Freedom 5K/10K

Where: Pinkerton Academy, 5 Pinkerton Street, Derry

When: 7:30 a.m.

Participation fees are $30 for the 5K and $35 for the 10K. Proceeds benefit Liberty House in Manchester.

For more information, visit GDTC.org.


Due to pandemic surges, counties or cities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute, so double-check with organizers. Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar.

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