Fireworks Near Me: Glen Rock And Ridgewood's 4th Of July 2021

RIDGEWOOD, 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 Ridgewood and Glen Rock, so you can start planning now.

Here's what's in store this July 4 in Ridgewood and Glen Rock:

July 4 Festivities

GLEN ROCK

What: 4th of July Parade

When: July 4, 9:30 a.m.

Where: Glen Rock Borough Hall, Glen Rock

What: Glen Rock Pops Concert

When: July 3, 7 p.m.

Where: Glen Rock Borough Hall

Both events in Glen Rock are hosted by the Glen Rock IDA, with the Pops kicking things off. From the organization:

“Keeping up the tradition, the Glen Rock Pops will open the Independence Day celebration on Saturday July 3 with a free concert on the lawn of Borough Hall at 7:00pm. Bring chairs and blankets and enjoy the music of the night.”

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RIDGEWOOD

What: Ridgewood 4th of July Celebration

When: July 5, 9 a.m.

Where: Wilsey Square, Ridgewood

This two-part event includes the annual flag raising ceremony at Wilsey Square starting at 9 a.m., followed by a parade starting at 10 a.m.

“During the 2021 celebration, all current quarantine, social distancing guidelines and mask requirements must be followed,” organizers said.

Other festivities in the area include:

What: Paramus 4th of July Parade

Where: Corner of Century Rd. and Farview Ave.

When: 9 to 11 a.m.

What: Just Jersey Food Truck and Music Festival

Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza Parking Lot

When: July 4, 2 to 8:30 p.m.

What: Paramus 4th of July Fireworks

Where: Cliff Gennarelli-Paramus Sports-Plex

When: July 4, 6 to 10:30 p.m.

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.