Spectators film the Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks Extravaganza in 2023.
File photo/Dean Moses
The Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks Extravaganza will light up the New York skyline once more on Thursday night, giving millions of New Yorkers one more thrill to close out Independence Day celebrations this year.
Whether you’re fortunate enough to watch “the rockets’ red glare and bombs bursting in air” from the Hudson River waterfront, or from your living room couch, the extravaganza is sure to leave everyone in awe from the dazzling display, as well as the great entertainment leading up to the grand display.
Here’s what to know about this year’s big show:
Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks Extravaganza
Thursday night, July 4
Hudson River waterfront
Watch live on NBC/Peacock, starting at 8 p.m. ET (actual fireworks at about 9:25 p.m.)
Fireworks FAQ
This year, there will be more than 60,000 shells, with over 30 colors, light up the night sky as only Macy’s can. Will Coss, executive producer of Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, shared, “This year’s Fireworks will feature never before seen effects created for Macy’s, special surprise and delight moments, and an exciting musical score of summer’s greatest hits, inspiring our audience nationwide.
These never-before-seen fireworks will feature a red and blue alternating kaleidoscope, cross rings, strobing comets, waterfalls, Saturn circles, crackling pistils, and special ghost pyro shooting off multiple hues. They were conceived, designed and produced by Macy’s Studios in collaboration with Pyro Spectaculars by Souza.
Macy’s new summer campaign, Summer’s Greatest Hits, inspires this year’s custom 25-minute musical score celebrating the season with summertime favorites. Produced and arranged by Grammy and Emmy Award winner Jason Howland, the score will feature chart-topping musical talents reimagining classic songs to create the ultimate summer soundtrack, featuring a…
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