Fireworks show in New York City is headed back to the East River this year, Mayor Eric Adams announced Wednesday. The holiday tradition returns on Friday, July 4, as the nation celebrates Independence Day.

Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks is conceived, designed and produced by Macy’s, and is among the retailer’s big three events of the year, along with the Thanksgiving Day Parade and the spring Flower Show. Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2026.

Macy's doesn’t just light up the sky – we ignite a shared tradition,” Will Coss, Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks executive producer, said in a statement. “By bringing th