Seasonal & Holidays

Fireworks Near Me: East Windsor’s 4th Of July 2021

Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around East Windsor.

EAST WINDSOR, NJ— Coronavirus cases continue to drop across the country while the number of those who are fully vaccinated continues to rise, which means there is even more reason to celebrate this Independence Day. July 4 is almost here, so it's time to find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you.

We have all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around East Windsor so you can start planning now.

Here's what's in store this July 4 near East Windsor:

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July 4 Festivities

Find out what's happening in East Windsorfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

What: Lawrence Township Fireworks Display
Where: Rider University, Lawrenceville
When: Friday, July 2, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Weather conditions forced the township to reschedule its fireworks display. On July 2 the township will be hosting a fireworks display at Rider University. The evening will begin at 7 p.m. with music from Southside Wanderers Band. There will be food trucks and glow sticks for sale. The township would like attendees to support the fireworks fund by purchasing a red, white and blue glow stick. From 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., attendees can meet players from Trenton Thunder. At 9:25 p.m. the national anthem will be sung followed by fireworks at 9:30 p.m.

What: Independence Day Fireworks & Concert
Where: Veterans Park, Kuser Road Entrance, Hamilton Township
When: Friday, July 2, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. (Rain Date July 3)
Hamilton Township is celebrating Independence Day with fireworks and a concert by The Heartbeats. Celebrations are scheduled on July 2, at Veterans Park, Kuser Road entrance. The concert will begin at 6 p.m. and fireworks are scheduled around 9:30 p.m. The rain date is set for July 3.

What: L.E.A.D Fest State Fair Fireworks, West Windsor
Where: Mercer County Park, West Windsor
When: Sunday, July 3, 4 and 10. Weekdays 5 p.m. onwards and weekends 1 p.m.
L.E.A.D Fest State Fair, which is New Jersey's agricultural fair, will be held between July 1 to 11 at the Mercer County Park in West Windsor. As part of the fair, fireworks are planned for Independence Day. On July 3 and 4, Mercer County residents can enter the fair for free after 6 p.m. to watch fireworks. On other days, including July 10, the admission fee is $5 on weekdays and $8 on weekends and holidays. The agricultural exhibition includes farm animal displays, racing pigs, lots of food, and craft vendors. Click here for the event flyer and to buy tickets, visit: https://www.leadrugs.org

What: Uncle Sam's Great American Family Picnic & Fireworks
Where: Arm & Hammer Park, Trenton
When: Sunday, July 4, 6:30 p.m. onwards, fireworks after the game
Trenton Thunder is organizing their annual Uncle Sam's Great American Family Picnic on July 4. Tickets are priced at $28 and include a 90-minute all-you-can-eat buffet of hamburgers, hot dogs, BBQ chicken, potato salad, garden salad, baked beans, chips, cookies, watermelon, soda, and apple pie! Stick around for post-game fireworks.

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.

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