Whether you're planning to commemorate America's Independence Day throughout the entire weekend or specifically on July 4th, our comprehensive guide is your ultimate resource. Delve into our extensive list of activities for the Independence Day weekend, and unearth the best locations in Union County to witness spectacular firework displays. Whether you choose to experience a single event or embrace them all, our guide ensures there's something to cater to every preference. Enjoy the festive spirit of the Fourth of July in Union County, NJ with our expertly curated events and locations.

Roselle Park

Herm Shaw Field located at 214 W Colfax Ave - Roselle Park, NJ

On July 1st, celebrate Independence Day early in the evening with a fun-filled event for the family! This event features inflatables, a rock wall, bungee trampoline, fun house obstacle course, live music by The Purple Shadows, and more beginning at 5pm.

Free admission • Fireworks begin at dusk • Saturday, July 1st

Cranford

Nomahegan Park located at 995 Springfield Ave - Cranford, NJ

On July 2nd, Cranford is hosting its annual Independence Day fireworks show with food trucks, rides and games, and inflatables for the whole family beginning at 5pm. Limited parking is available at Union County College.

Free admission • Fireworks begin at 9:15pm • Sunday, July 2nd

Scotch Plains

Shady Rest Country Club located at 820 Jerusalem Rd - Scotch Plains, NJ

On July 1st, celebrate Independence Day early with kids’ activities and entertainment beginning at 7pm.

Free admission • Fireworks begin at dusk • Saturday, July 1st

Rahway

Rahway River Park located at 1972 St George Ave - Rahway, NJ

On July 3rd starting at 6pm, set up your lawn chair or blanket and gaze up at the night sky as the city of Rahway presents their fireworks spectacular. Festivities begin at 5pm and include carnival style games, face painting, lawn games, giveaways, and food trucks!

Free admission • Fireworks begin at dusk • Monday, July 3rd

Union

Biertuempful Park located at 1300 Winslow Ave - Union, NJ

This 4th of July Spectacular kicks off at 7:30pm on July 4th with a concert featuring Silver Arrow Band’s classic rock and pop. Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets!

Free admission • Fireworks begin at 9pm • Tuesday, July 4th

Clark

Arthur L Johnson Regional High School located at 365 Westfield Ave - Clark, NJ

Grab your friends and family and take in the fireworks above at Clark’s fireworks show.

Free admission • Fireworks begin at 9pm • Tuesday, July 4th

Elizabeth

Veterans Memorial Waterfront Park located at Elizabeth Ave & Front St - Elizabeth, NJ

Begin your 4th of July celebration at 2pm with events for the entire family! There will be food trucks, entertainment, photo booths and, of course, fireworks!

Free admission • Fireworks begin at dusk • Tuesday, July 4th

Plainfield

Cedar Brook Park located at Park Drive - Plainfield, NJ

Festivities begin with a parade on E Front Street at 3pm on July 4th. The event will also include food trucks, vendors, and a fireworks show. Live music featuring performances celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip hop.

Free admission • Fireworks begin at dusk • Tuesday, July 4th

Springfield

Meisel Avenue Park located at 278 Meisel Ave - Springfield, NJ

Beginning at 5pm, entertain your entire family with a visit to Springfield’s July 4th Celebration! Enjoy food trucks, inflatables, a petting zoo, pony rides, trackless train, DJ and live music beginning at 8pm.

Free admission • Fireworks begin at 9pm • Tuesday, July 4th

Summit

Soldiers Memorial Field located at 5 Myrtle Ave - Summit, NJ

A flag-raising ceremony kicks off the event at noon on July 4th immediately followed by a decorated bicycle parade for the children! This whole-day event for the family features rides & amusements, live entertainment with music, and food court. Concerts begin at 1pm.

Free admission • Fireworks begin at 9:15pm • Tuesday, July 4th

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