Town Of Fairfield's Fireworks Postponed To July 5

Press release from the Town of Fairfield:

June 25, 2021

"I want to emphasize that the parking lots will fill. Once the threshold is reached, no additional non-permit vehicles will be allowed into the beach parking areas.

EXITING AFTER THE FIREWORKS:

At the end of the fireworks all vehicle must follow designated exit routes and proceed to the Post Road, no exceptions. Most vehicles will be prohibited from turning onto Post Road or Old Post Road. This is to reduce cross traffic, make it safer for pedestrians, and allow for quicker clearance of the beach area.

Vehicles exiting SOUTH BENSON MARINA must exit to Riverside Drive and then to the Post Road, where they may proceed north bound onto Grasmere Avenue or east bound onto Fairfield Avenue.
Vehicles exiting JENNINGS BEACH must exit using South Benson Road, which will be converted into two travel lanes in the north bound direction. Vehicles in the right lane must turn onto Old Post Road where they will proceed to Post Road at the Traffic Circle. Vehicles in the left lane must proceed straight across Post Road and onto North Benson Road, they will not be able to turn onto Post Road.

Vehicles exiting PENFIELD BEACH must exit Fairfield Beach Road using either Beach Road, Penfield Road, or Reef Road. Traffic on Beach Road will be directed across Post Road and onto Round Hill Road. Traffic on Penfield Road will be directed to Mill Plain Road via Old Post Road and the Post Road. Traffic on Reef Road will be directed to Post Road via Oldfield Road and Sasco Hill Road.

PARKING RECOMMENDATIONS:

To ensure the most convenient exit, cars wanting to travel west (toward Westport) after the fireworks should park at Penfield Beach. Cars wishing to travel east (toward Bridgeport) after the fireworks, should park at Jennings Beach.

The following recommendations for parking are based on the general neighborhood you will be returning to:

Southport: Penfield Beach, exit using Reef Road.
University: Penfield Beach, exit using Beach Road OR Jennings Beach, exit using South Benson in the left lane.
North Stratfield: Jennings Beach, exit using South Benson in the left lane.
Stratfield: South Benson Marina or Jennings Beach, exit using South Benson in the right lane.
Tunxis Hill: South Benson Marina or Jennings Beach, exit using South Benson in the right lane.
Fairfield Woods: Jennings Beach, exit using South Benson in the left lane.
Lake Mohegan: Penfield Beach, exit using Penfield Road.
Greenfield Hill: Penfield Beach, exit using Penfield Road.

SPECTATOR PICK-UP:

If you are picking up a spectator after the fireworks, you will NOT be permitted access to roadways south of the Post Road. It is recommended that you meet at the New York Bound side of the Fairfield Center Train Station (via Mill Plain Rd or Unquowa Rd) or wait until traffic clears to enter the beach area.

If you reside south of the Post Road, it is recommended that you walk or bike to the Firework display and not use your vehicle.

PEDESTRIANS:

Please be aware of the high volume of vehicle traffic upon the conclusion of the Fireworks. Use sidewalks or designated pedestrian walking areas where available.

RESTRICTIONS:

No fireworks of any kind, including sparklers, are allowed on any of the beaches or parking areas. In addition, there is no alcohol, smoking, vaping or portable grills permitted at any Town beach. Police will be strictly monitoring the beach areas for violations.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

There will be an increased police presence in the beach area during the day of the fireworks. Report any suspicious or unusual activity to Police at (203) 254-4800 or DIAL 911 in an Emergency. EXITING AFTER THE FIREWORKS: PARKING RECOMMENDATIONS: SPECTATOR PICK-UP: If you are picking up a spectator after the fireworks, you will NOT be permitted access to roadways south of the Post Road. PEDESTRIANS: RESTRICTIONS: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: I would also like to remind residents that it is illegal in Connecticut for non-professional, non-licensed individuals to purchase, use, possess or sell fireworks. Items such as party poppers, snakes, smoke devices and anything that emits a flame are not legal for private use in Connecticut. Additionally, residents are prohibited from purchasing fireworks elsewhere and transporting them into the State. I would also like to remind residents that it is illegal in Connecticut for non-professional, non-licensed individuals to purchase, use, possess or sell fireworks. Items such as party poppers, snakes, smoke devices and anything that emits a flame are not legal for private use in Connecticut. Additionally, residents are prohibited from purchasing fireworks elsewhere and transporting them into the State. Only sparklers and fountains, which are non-explosive and non-aerial, are legal in Connecticut. Sparklers and fountains, which are not considered fireworks in the state of Connecticut."

Brenda L. Kupchick
Fairfield First Selectwoman

This press release was produced by the Town of Fairfield. The views expressed here are the author’s own.