Union Co. 4th Of July Fireworks Guide 2021

UNION COUNTY, NJ — Coronavirus cases continue to drop across the country while the number of those who are fully vaccinated continues to rise, which means there is even more reason to celebrate this Independence Day. July 4 is almost here, so it's time to find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you.

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

Here's what's in store this July 4 in Union County:

Cranford

What: Fireworks, food vendors, and canoe races from July 2-4

Where: Nomahegan Park

When: Fireworks and food vendors on July 2, other events July 4:

July 2: Food vendors with inflatables will be at Nomahegan Park starting at 5 p.m. Fireworks display will begin at dusk at Nomahegan Park (rain or shine, at approximately 9:15 pm).

July 4: Canoe Races at the Cranford Canoe Club at 9 a.m. (registration at 8:30 a.m.) Cranford Jaycees' 'Firecracker' July 4 Four-Miler And Fun Run Race starts at 8 a.m.

More details here.

Summit

What: City of Summit's 74th Annual Fourth of July Celebration
Where: Soldiers Memorial Field, located at 5 Myrtle Ave. in Summit
When: Fireworks start at 9:15 p.m

More details here.

Westfield

What: Patriotic Readings At Reeve House
Where: Broadcast from the porch of the Reeve House at 314 Mountain Ave.

When: Starts at 10 a.m.

More details here.

Clark

What: Independence Day Fireworks
Where: Arthur L. Johnson High School, 365 Westfield Ave., Clark
When: Sunday, July 4 from 9:15 to 10 p.m

More details here.

Scotch Plains

What: Independence Day Fireworks
Where: Scotch Hills Country Club, 820 Jerusalem Road, Scotch Plains
When: Saturday, July 3 at dusk. Rain date Monday, July 5

More details here.

Elizabeth

What: 4th of July Festivals
Where: Front Street
When: Sunday, July 4. Events start at 3 p.m. Fireworks begin at dusk

Roselle Park

What: Independence Day Fireworks
Where: Herm Shaw Field, 214 W Colfax Ave.
When: July 1. Festivities begin at 5 p.m. Fireworks start at dusk

More details here.

Due to the pandemic, 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 or share details on our free Neighbor Post feature.