Fireworks Near Me: Matawan and Aberdeen's 4th Of July 2021

Matawan, 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 near Matawan and Aberdeen so you can start planning now.

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

What: Matawan Borough 4th of July Fireworks
Where: Ravine Dr. Bridge an Lake Lefferts Park
When: Friday, July 2 at dusk (Rain date July 9)

Matawan celebrates our nation's independence with a fireworks display launched from Matawan First Presbyterian Church. There will be spectacular views around Lake Lefferts.

What: Aberdeen Township Independence Day Celebration
Where: Veterans Memorial Park, Lakeshore Drive/Ocean Boulevard.
When: Friday July 2

The return of the annual celebration will have fireworks, food trucks, bouncy castles and more. The celebration will begin at 6:00 p.m. with music by DJ Sway J, food vendors and activities for children including bounce houses and face painting. In addition, the site’s pirate ship-themed spray park will remain open for children until 8 p.m.

Parking at Veterans Memorial Park will only be available for handicapped guests, with cars gaining access to the lot from the section of Ocean Boulevard that begins in Old Bridge. For all other guests, there will be a free shuttle bus running from the LA Fitness Parking Lot on Route 35 to the park starting at 6:00 p.m. The last shuttle run to the beach before the fireworks will be at 8:30 p.m. Lakeshore Drive and Ocean Boulevard in Aberdeen will be closed to traffic beginning at 5:00 p.m.

Veterans Memorial Park is located at Ocean Boulevard and Lakeshore Drive in Cliffwood Beach. In the event of rain, the fireworks will take place on Friday, July 9th. Guests are asked to bring chairs or blankets to sit on.

What: Hazlet Fireworks
Where: Veterans Park, 1776 Union Ave.
When: Saturday July 3 at dusk

The extravagant display will begin after sundown on July 3. While the event will take place at Veterans Park, the fireworks show can be viewed from local neighborhoods and parking lots. A rain date is set for July 5.

What: Atlantic Highlands Fireworks
Where: Atlantic Highlands Harbor, 2 Simon Lake Drive
When: Friday July 2, 9:45 p.m.

A rain date for the Atlantic Highlands celebration is set for July 3.

What: Long Branch Fireworks
Where: Long Branch Boardwalk
When: Sunday July 4

Despite the city canceling its Oceanfest daytime festivities for the second year in a row due to the pandemic, the city will still hold a fireworks display on the beach.

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.