Fireworks And Drone Show To Launch Summer Series In New Hope: Here Are The Details

UPDATE: The Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce has canceled Friday, May 16's fireworks show, but the drone show and the street fair are still on. Chamber officials made the decision to cancel the pyrotechnic display due to high water and unsafe river conditions on the Delaware River, which would prevent the safe anchoring the fireworks barge.

NEW HOPE, PA — The New Hope Area Chamber of Commerce will launch its Summer Series Fireworks and Drone Show on Friday, May 16 in conjunction with Pride Week in New Hope.

The "spectacular fireworks and synchronized drone show" is set to begin around 9:10 p.m., but the celebration starts early with a block party beginning at 5 p.m. on Stockton Avenue between Bridge and Ferry streets. Expect a mix of returning favorites and new vendors, plus local artists, live entertainment, and all the small-town magic New Hope has to offer.

“This year’s New Hope Summer Series, Fireworks and Drone Show is all about creating an immersive and memorable experience for locals and visitors alike,” said President of the Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce Michael Sklar. “We’re proud to celebrate summer in such a special way. Last year, the response to the fireworks was truly amazing and the drone show let us elevate our game. This year, our volunteers worked for months to raise money to add the season-long drone show and
we are very excited about it. We have been getting calls for months asking if the program will continue. It is a win-win for our small businesses and merchants - and a win-win for tourism for Visit New Hope and Bucks County."

New this year: Bring a Bluetooth speaker and download the Pyrocast app (code: F683) to sync with the official fireworks and drone show soundtrack and enjoy a fully immersive show from wherever you are in town.

Visitors are encouraged to arrive early to explore the shops, galleries, and eateries lining the streets of New Hope. "Make it a full day of discovery — or turn it into a mini getaway with an overnight stay at one of our cozy B&Bs or inns," recommends the chamber.

Parking is available at New Hope-Solebury High School and at Union Square on Bridge Street. Some locations charge a fee.

Stockton Avenue (between Bridge and Ferry Streets) will be closed to traffic starting at 2 p.m. on May 16 and open to pedestrians only. Follow Visit New Hope or visit VisitNewHope.com for the latest updates and future show dates.

The Summer Series Fireworks and Drone Shows continue throughout the summer on June 6, July 11, August 1 and Sept. 5.