Danbury's 4th Of July Fireworks 2021 Canceled

DANBURY, CT — Although coronavirus cases continue to drop across the country while the number of those who are fully vaccinated continues to rise, many Independence Day celebrations have once again been canceled, modified or will be held virtually due to the pandemic.

Danbury’s fireworks may have been canceled, but there are still celebrations and fireworks to be found in some nearby towns.

Here's what's in store this July 4 near Danbury:

On July 3, the New Milford Chamber of Commerce will be sponsoring a fireworks display.

Festivities kick off 6:30 p.m. with the Opening Ceremony on the Green. Live music begins on the bandstand at 7 p.m., featuring Blue Martini Revue and Songhorse. Fireworks will ignite when it becomes fully dark. Fort Hill Road, Peagler Hill and Town View will be closed to traffic during the fireworks display.

On July 5, the Tiger Hollow Stadium gates open at 6 p.m. for "Ridgefield’s Family Firework Celebration." The pyrotechnics will begin at dusk.

Tiger Hollow Stadium is at Ridgefield High School, 700 North Salem Road. Parking will be available at the high school, as well as at Barlow Mountain and Scotland Elementary Schools. Shuttle buses will be provided from the two elementary schools. Attendees should have their printed order confirmation or ticket on their dashboard and ready at the gate. Tickets are $20 per car, and available online here. Rain date is July 6. More information is available on the Patch Calendar and the town website.

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.