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Manchester-Lakehurst July 4th Fireworks, Parades: 2018 Guide
Here's the 2018 schedule of July 4th fireworks, celebrations and more in Manchester, Lakehurst and nearby,
MANCHESTER, NJ — If you're wondering what's happening to celebrate the Fourth of July in Manchester and Lakehurst, as well as other towns, here's when and where you can expect to see fireworks in the area (weather permitting, of course).
Neither Manchester nor Lakehurst have fireworks displays on July 4th. Manchester's fireworks are part of the annual Manchester Day celebration. That event is set for Saturday, June 30, at Harry Wright Lake park. The celebration begins at 2 p.m. and fireworks are at dark. There are kids' rides, games, contests, food and live music.
In Lakehurst, the fireworks are July 3 at Lake Horicon, and there is a parade and car show on July 4. The fireworks at the lake are at dusk. The parade begins at 11 a.m. down Union Avenue, Lakehurst. The car show is 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lakehurst Elementary School.
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Because the fireworks aren't on July 4th, that means there are options for those who want to watch the bombs bursting in air on the Fourth as well. Take a look below; the celebrations are in date order.
June 30
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Novins Planetarium Indoor Laser Fireworks Show in Toms River
Robert J. Novins Planetarium at Ocean County College, Toms River
Showtimes are 11:30 a.m., and 1 p.m. Contact the planetarium for ticket information.
June 30
Laser Spirit: A Patriotic Laser Experience
Robert J. Novins Planetarium @ Ocean County College, Toms River
5:30 p.m. Laser show featuring a mix of pop, classic rock, oldies, adult contemporary, and patriotic music. Contact the planetarium.
June 30-July 4
Six Flags Great Adventure's July 4th Fest
Six Flags Great Adventure, Jackson
Fireworks displays nightly at 10 p.m.; USO Show Troupe will perform 5 p.m., 6:30 p.m., & 8 p.m. July 3rd and July 4th.
July 1
In Toms River, Celebrate America! with the Garden State Philharmonic in Toms River
Ocean County Library, Washington Street, Toms River
7 p.m. outside the library. Celebrate Independence Day with the Garden State Philharmonic Orchestra and the GSP Community Chorus. Since the 1960s, this annual concert has elevated July 4th festivities with music. Bring your own chair and sit anywhere for this outdoor concert. Part of the Ocean County Parks & Recreation's Carousel of Music Series.
July 1
Lavallette Independence Day Celebration
Lavallette Gazebo, Philadelphia Ave.
Concert 8 p.m., Fireworks 9 p.m.
July 3
Lakewood Independence Day Celebration
Lake Caralsaljo, Lakewood Road
Concert 7:30 p.m.; Fireworks 9:15 p.m. Music by the Wilbur Wittemann Patriotic Band. Shuttle buses available from Public Works & Lakewood Municipal Bldg
July 3
Lakewood BlueClaws
FirstEnergy Park, New Hampshire and Cedar Bridge avenues, Lakewood
Postgame fireworks after Lakewood BlueClaws vs. Delmarva Shorebirds baseball game
July 4
Lavallette Patriotic Bike Parade
President Avenue, Lavallette
Parade begins at 9 a.m.
July 4
Beachwood's 4th of July Fireworks Over the Toms River
Beachwood Beach, Bayside Ave., Beachwood
Fireworks at dusk. Annual fireworks are a spectacular display seen from the Beachwood Beach along the Toms River, food available! Shawn & Sue from 9.27FM WOBM will be live on site.
July 4
Pine Beach 4th of July Parade & Family Field Games
Pine Beach Firehouse
Parade begins at 9 a.m. at the firehouse, games at Vista Field. Games to include: running races, peanut scramble, women's balloon blowing contest, sack races, men's tug of war, water balloon toss.
July 4
Point Pleasant Beach Independence Day Celebration
Jenkinson's Boardwalk & Beach, 300 Ocean Ave.
Fireworks at dusk
July 4
Seaside Heights Fourth of July Fireworks Extravaganza
Seaside Heights Boardwalk
Fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
July 4
South Toms River Independence Day Celebration
Mathis Veterans Memorial Park
Celebration 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.; free activities for kids
July 5
Brick's 2018 Annual Summerfest Concert
Windward Beach, Princeton Avenue, Brick
Concert 7:30 p.m., Fireworks at dark
July 7
Plumsted 2018 Rockin' Fireworks
New Egypt High School, 117 Evergreen Road, New Egypt
Celebration starts at 4 p.m., fireworks at dark
Photo by Karen Wall, Patch staff
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