4th of July TV Guide 2025: What to Watch on CNN, ESPN, CBS, NBC, Peacock, PBS, AMC, Freeform and Paramount+
has numerous types of events as people celebrate on the occasion of US Independence Day. On this Fourth of July, television networks are offering live fireworks, musical performances, eating contests, patriotic specials and themed marathons. With so many choices, viewers can enjoy hours of programming without leaving home. Here is a detailed guide to everything airing on July 4, 2025.
4th of July TV Guide 2025: What to Watch on CNN
CNN will air The Fourth in America on July 4 from 7 p.m. ET to 1 a.m. ET. The special will showcase fireworks from cities including Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Houston, Las Vegas, Nashville, New York City, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C.
Musical performances include Noah Kahan, Sting, Lainey Wilson, Dierks Bentley, Timbaland, The Fray, CAKE, Ice Cube, Sublime, Kaskade, 4 Non Blondes, Ashley McBryde, Vanilla Ice, Young MC, and The United States Air Force Band.
Hosts for the evening are Dana Bash and Boris Sanchez from Washington, D.C., and Victor Blackwell and Sara Sidner from San Diego.
The program airs on CNN and CNN International and streams live for pay-TV subscribers through CNN.com and CNN apps.
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4th of July TV Guide 2025: What to Watch on ESPN
Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest will air live on ESPN from 10:45 a.m. ET. This year, 16-time champion Joey Chestnut returns. The women's competition begins at 10:45 a.m. ET on ESPN3. The men's contest airs at noon ET on ESPN2.
Jeremy Schaap and Rich Shea will host the event. Replays are scheduled at 5 p.m. ET and 9 p.m. ET on ESPN, and 6 p.m. ET on ESPN2.
4th of July TV Guide 2025: What to Watch on NBC and Peacock
NBC's Macy's 4th of July Fireworks airs live at 8 p.m. ET. The event is hosted by Oscar winner Ariana DeBose and features performances from The Jonas Brothers, Eric Church, Lenny Kravitz, Ava Max, Keke Palmer and Trisha Yearwood.
Fireworks will be launched from the Brooklyn Bridge and East River. The musical score is by Questlove and James Poyser. DeBose will also give a vocal performance.
NBC will re-air the event at 10 p.m. ET. Peacock and Telemundo will also stream the event, with Telemundo's coverage beginning at 9 p.m. ET.
4th of July TV Guide 2025: What to Watch on PBS
PBS will present A Capitol Fourth at 8 p.m. ET, hosted by Alfonso Ribeiro. The program includes performances by The Beach Boys, The Temptations, Lauren Daigle, Josh Turner, Trombone Shorty, Yolanda Adams, and more.
Featured groups include The National Symphony Orchestra, The Choral Arts Society of Washington, The United States Army Band, and others. It will livestream on PBS and follow local listings.
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4th of July TV Guide 2025: What to Watch on CBS, AMC, Freeform and Paramount+
The Price Is Right will air a July 4 special at 11 a.m. ET on CBS and Paramount+, honoring first responders.
AMC will show a 'Rocky' movie marathon starting at 8 a.m. ET. Films include Rocky III, IV, V, I, and II.
Freeform's Disney movie marathon begins at 12:30 p.m. ET with National Treasure and other films.
Major League Baseball Matches on July 4
Baseball fans can watch several games:
Nationals vs. Red Sox
Cubs vs. Cardinals
Mets vs. Yankees
Blue Jays vs. Angels
Rockies vs. White Sox
Dodgers vs. Astros
FAQs
What time does Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks 2025 begin?
Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks airs at 8 p.m. ET on NBC, with an encore at 10 p.m. ET and a simulcast on Peacock.
Where can I watch The Fourth in America 2025 event?
CNN and CNN International will air 'The Fourth in America' starting at 7 p.m. ET. Pay-TV users can also stream it online.
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