Where to See 4th of July Fireworks in South Jersey (2024)

South Jersey is bursting with fantastic fireworks displays this Fourth of July. Whether you’re looking to celebrate before, during, or after the holiday, there are plenty of events to choose from. From the Camden Waterfront to the Wildwood boardwalk, you’re sure to find a spectacular show to light up your night.

Here's your guide to the best fireworks in South Jersey this year:

Camden Waterfront

Date: July 3
Location: Battleship New Jersey Museum
Details: Enjoy the Annual Fireworks over the Delaware River from the Battleship New Jersey’s gun turrets. Reservations are available on board the ship for a $10 parking fee. For a VIP experience, the Admiral’s package includes food, drinks, and a unique viewing spot for $100.

Westville

Date: June 22, 6 to 9:30 p.m.
Location: 1 River Drive
Details: Kick off the celebrations early with food trucks, live music, and a fantastic fireworks show. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets.

Maple Shade

Date: June 29 (rain date: June 30)
Location: Maple Shade High School, 180 Frederick Avenue
Details: The Independence Day Parade starts at noon on Main Street. Fireworks begin at dusk.

Cherry Hill

Date: July 3, 7 to 9 p.m.
Location: Jonas C. Morris Stadium, behind Cherry Hill High School West
Details: Cherry Hill hosts its first Independence Day celebration and fireworks show since 2014, featuring live entertainment and food vendors.

Mount Laurel

Date: July 3, 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Location: Laurel Acres Park, 1045 South Church Street
Details: The township’s inaugural fireworks and first responders night includes a live band, food trucks, and various activities. Fireworks start at 9 p.m.

Mount Holly

Date: July 3, 5 to 10 p.m.
Location: Iron Works Park, 155 Wollner Drive
Details: Enjoy live music, food vendors, merchants, games, rides, and a beer tent. Fireworks cap off the night.

Camden Freedom Festival

Date: July 3, 5 to 10:30 p.m.
Location: Wiggins Waterfront Park, 2 Riverside Drive
Details: The event includes food vendors, live music, and fireworks over the Delaware River.

Haddonfield

Date: July 3, 5 to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Kings Highway by Haddonfield High School
Details: The Yankee Doodle Do features children’s activities, entertainment, and food, followed by fireworks at 9:15 p.m.

Medford

Date: July 3, 6 to 10 p.m. (rain date: July 6)
Location: Freedom Park, 86 Union Street
Details: A free family event with music, a food court, a kids zone, vendors, and fireworks.

Bordentown Township

Date: July 3, 9 to 10 p.m.
Location: Joseph Lawrence Park, 316 Ward Avenue
Details: Features food trucks, games, vendors, and fireworks.

Lower Township

Date: July 3, 5 to 10 p.m.
Location: Bayfront of North Cape May, between Lincoln Boulevard and Emerson Avenue
Details: Festivities include food vendors and carnival rides, with fireworks at 9 p.m.

Haddon Township

Date: July 3, 7 p.m. (rain date: July 5)
Location: Haddon Township High School football stadium, 406 Memorial Avenue
Details: Free admission with music, bounce houses, refreshments, and fireworks at dark.

Collingswood

Date: July 4, 6:30 p.m.
Location: Collingswood High School stadium, 424 Collings Avenue
Details: Live entertainment and fireworks at dusk.

Bridgeton

Date: July 4, 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Alden Field in Bridgeton City Park, 4 Burt Street
Details: A full-day celebration with fireworks at dusk.

Margate

Date: July 4, 9 to 10 p.m.
Location: Beach at Huntington Avenue
Details: Hosted by the Margate Mothers' Association, featuring a beachside fireworks display.

Middle Township

Date: July 4, 3 to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Goshen Complex, 626 Goshen Road
Details: Live music, food trucks, games for kids, and fireworks at dusk.

Millville

Date: July 4, 6 to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Union Lake Park, 1414 Canal Street
Details: Festivities include pie eating and watermelon contests, live music, backyard games, and fireworks.

Ocean City

Date: July 4, 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
Details: Kite flying competition at 7 p.m., beach entertainment, and fireworks.

Cape May

Date: July 4, 9:30 p.m. (rain date: July 5)
Location: Beachfront - Beach Ave.
Details: Fireworks launched from a barge offshore, visible from the promenade, beach, or Beach Avenue properties.

Wildwood

Date: July 4, 10 p.m. (rain date: July 5)
Location: Beach at Pine Avenue
Details: Fireworks synchronized to patriotic music, near the amusement piers.

Winslow Township

Date: July 4 (rain date: July 5)
Location: Winslow Township middle and high school campuses at Cooper Folly Road
Details: Music, food, and other festivities before the fireworks at dusk.

Florence Township

Date: July 6, 5 to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Veterans Park
Details: Concert, food court, and fireworks at dusk.

Enjoy the Fourth of July with these fantastic fireworks displays across South Jersey!