July 4th Fireworks 2022 Near Maplewood/South Orange

MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Cities and counties across the country continue to bring back many of the traditional Independence Day activities that were either canceled or modified the last two years.

July 4 is just around the corner, so it's 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 the Maplewood/South Orange area, so you can start planning now.

First off, here is what's planned for Maplewood and South Orange:

Youth Bike Parade, 10 a.m.

Maplewood and South Orange families are invited to participate in the Youth Bike Parade at 10 a.m. The Parade starts at Ricalton Square, Maplewood and ends in Memorial Park North. Refreshments will be served. The town says, "Be sure to have the kids decorate their bikes with streamers and other fun and festive items."

Two Town Pool Parties, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

South Orange and Maplewood Pools are open to all residents of either town Current pool members can still bring guests from outside of the towns, paying regular guest fees. South
Orange Pool will host inflatables, balloon animals, corn hole games and more. Free red, white & blue bomb pops for the first 500 visitors.

More information can be found on the town website or on the Maplewood Patch calendar of events.

Fireworks, Car Show In Nearby Towns

Here's what's in store this July 4 in the Maplewood/South Orange area:

• Millburn is hosting fireworks and a day of family fun. Find out more here.
• Livingston is hosting an AutoFest during the day, then musical performances and fireworks later. Find out more here.
• West Orange is hosting a celebration, food truck festival, and fireworks. Find out more here.
• Essex County will host three concerts with fireworks in June through July 1. More information is here.
• The Macy's fireworks will be over the East River this year, and are usually televised. More details are here.
• Information on NY Waterway's fireworks cruises is here.
• Jersey City will host an all-day festival featuring Flo Rida, then Grucci fireworks on the Hudson River. Information is linked here.

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.