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Newsweek
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
How to Watch 2025 Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Special: Live Stream, TV Channel
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Macy's annual Independence Day fireworks show is back and just as exciting as ever in 2025, and you can catch all the action on Friday night with FuboTV. Macy's 4th of July fireworks light up the sky next to the Empire State Building in New York City on July 4, 2023, as seen from Union City, New Jersey. Macy's 4th of July fireworks light up the sky next to the Empire State Building in New York City on July 4, 2023, as seen from Union City, New to Watch 2025 Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Date: Friday, July 4, 2025 Time: 8:00 p.m. ET Channel: NBC Stream: Fubo (TRY FOR FREE) The 49th edition of the show is set to be even bigger and better than last year, with a 25% increase in the number of fireworks to be set off in 2025 compared to 2024. The show, hosted by Ariana DeBose, features musical performances from Lenny Kravitz, Keke Palmer, Ava Max, Eric Church, and the Jonas Brothers. While being there in person is the best way to experience this event, if you are not in the area, you do not have to miss out. Non-New York City residents can still live stream the fireworks show on their television or mobile devices. The fantastic display over the Brooklyn Bridge and East River of New York is expected to start around 9:45 p.m. ET, but coverage will begin at 8:00 p.m., so make sure to tune in then in case of an early start. The fireworks show itself typically lasts about 30 minutes, so make sure to sit down and grab a drink before the first one is sent soaring through the sky. This is a great Fourth of July tradition that you will not want to miss; make sure to tune in and catch all the action. Live stream Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Special for free on NBC with FuboTV: Start your subscription now! Regional restrictions may apply. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
Time of India
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Where and when to watch the biggest Fourth of July fireworks: Live and online
Independence Day 2025 brought a cascade of fireworks across the nation, with major cities hosting dazzling displays and millions tuning in from home. Here's your definitive guide to the best shows, how to watch them live, and where to catch every sparkling moment—whether you're in the crowd or on your couch. New York City: Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Live Event: East River, launch points include four barges and the Brooklyn Bridge, with prime viewing at Brooklyn Bridge Park, The Seaport (Pier 16 & 17), and other official spots. Showtime: Fireworks start at approximately 9:25 p.m. ET. Watch Live: TV: NBC (8–10 p.m. ET, encore at 10 p.m.), Telemundo (Spanish, 9–10 p.m. ET) Streaming: Peacock (8–10 p.m. ET), free trials on fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, DirecTV Stream Host: Ariana DeBose Performers: Jonas Brothers, Lenny Kravitz, Keke Palmer, Eric Church, Ava Max, Trisha Yearwood Special Features: 80,000 fireworks, new effects, and a musical score by Questlove and James Poyser Also read: Fourth of July Fireworks: Age limits, safety tips and traditions Washington, D.C.: A Capitol Fourth Live Event: National Mall, fireworks over the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial Showtime: Fireworks begin at 9:09 p.m. ET, lasting 17.5 minutes Watch Live: TV: PBS (8–9:30 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT) Streaming: livestream Host: Alfonso Ribeiro Performers: The Beach Boys, The Temptations, Lauren Daigle, Trombone Shorty, Josh Turner, Abi Carter, The National Symphony Orchestra Boston: Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular Live Event: Charles River Esplanade Showtime: Fireworks after 10 p.m. ET Watch Live: TV: CNN's 'The Fourth in America' (7 p.m.–1 a.m. ET) Streaming: CNN apps (for pay TV subscribers) Chicago and Midwest: Neighborhoods & Suburbs Live Events: Horner Park, Humboldt Park, Legion Park, plus suburban shows in Antioch, Joliet, DeKalb, Libertyville Watch Live: TV & Streaming: CNN's 'The Fourth in America' covers Chicago's top displays Philadelphia: Wawa Welcome America Festival Live Event: Benjamin Franklin Parkway, fireworks over the Philadelphia Museum of Art Showtime: After 9 p.m. ET Watch Live: TV & Streaming: CNN's 'The Fourth in America' San Diego: Big Bay Boom Live Event: San Diego Bay, visible from Shelter Island, Harbor Island, Embarcadero, Coronado Ferry Landing Showtime: 9 p.m. PT Watch Live: TV & Streaming: CNN's 'The Fourth in America' (Sara Sidner reporting live) Los Angeles: Hollywood Bowl Fireworks Spectacular Live Event: Hollywood Bowl, with performances and fireworks Showtime: After 9 p.m. PT Watch Live: TV & Streaming: CNN's 'The Fourth in America' Jersey City & Atlantic City, New Jersey Live Events: Jersey City: Freedom and Fireworks Festival, fireworks over Hudson River Atlantic City: Boardwalk fireworks, visible from the beach and piers Watch Live: TV & Streaming: CNN's 'The Fourth in America' covers New Jersey's top displays Disney World: Magic Kingdom Live Event: Magic Kingdom Park, Orlando, FL Showtime: July 3rd & 4th, 6:00 p.m. ET onwards Watch Live: Streaming: ResortTV1 YouTube channel (live coverage of fireworks and park festivities)
New York Post
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
What to know about the Macy's 4th of July fireworks show 2025 — and the best places to watch in NYC
Grab your popcorn — and maybe a pair of sunglasses. This year's Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks show is promised to be the biggest and brightest one yet — and New Yorkers are promised the best seats in the house. The 49th annual extravaganza will have 80,000 total shells firing off 1,000 feet over the Brooklyn Bridge and East River — a considerable jump from the 60,000 shells used last year. 5 The 49th annual Macy's 4th of July Fireworks show is promised to be the brightest yet. Getty Images More than 30 different colors and patterns are prepared, alongside 11 new effects planned, including 'crackling crown jellyfish, atomic rings, yellow & green sunbursts, strobing lemon cascades, comet fans & more.' Here's everything you need to know about the iconic and electrifying show. What time does the show start? The show is scheduled to kick off promptly at 8 p.m. The fireworks will light up the Big Apple skyline after the sun sets, likely around 9:45 p.m. It will last for roughly 30 minutes. 5 The city is doling out 100,000 free tickets for prime viewing hotspots. AP Best places to watch around NYC This year, the city is doling out 100,000 free tickets to lucky New Yorkers for prime viewing spots in Brooklyn Bridge Park or sections of Pier 16 and Pier 17 at the Seaport in Manhattan. For those who can't nab a ticket, there are plenty of first-class viewing spots sprinkled across Manhattan. Montgomery Street, Lower East Side The northernmost viewing point will be on Montgomery Street at Madison Street along the FDR. The roadway will be shut down between the FDR and Grand Street to accommodate the crowds. Murry Bergtraum Softball Field The public park is the only designated ADA-accessible viewing area for the event. Located in the shadows of the Manhattan Bridge, the entire park offers 2.52 acres of ground for guests to spread out. Guests should enter at Pike Street and Cherry Street. 5 The show will feature 80,000 shells, a considerable increase from the 60,000 used last year. James Keivom Robert F. Wagner Place The viewing spot between Pearl and South Street is just below the Brooklyn Bridge and offers onlookers an upfront view of the action as it fires off from the iconic structure. There will be plenty of room in this area, with the NYPD shutting down a myriad of surrounding roads, including Frankfort Street between Gold Street and Pearl Street; Dover Street between Pearl Street and South Street; Peck Slip between Pearl Street and South Street; Beekman Street between Pearl Street and South Street; and Fulton Street between Gold Street and Pearl Street Guests should enter near Pearl Street and head toward locations along the FDR Drive. 5 Fireworks will be deployed from the Brooklyn Bridge and four barges in the East River. Macy's Broad Street, Financial District The major intersection, and southernmost designated viewing area, will be shut down between Water and South streets. Just a block away from the waterfront, the hotspot is among the closest viewing areas to the barges. Where are the barges launching the fireworks located? The massive fireworks display will be launched from the Brooklyn Bridge, as well as four barges positioned between Pier 17 and the Downtown Manhattan Heliport in the Seaport District. 'Pyrotechnics will reach 1,000 feet and fall to the water's edge, creating spectacular visuals and unforgettable moments,' Macy's announced. 5 Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose will host the show and performances. Getty Images Who are the performers? A litany of A-listers will storm the stage for the spectacle, serving as opening acts for the real star of the show: the fireworks. Lenny Kravitz, Keke Palmer, Trisha Yearwood and the Jonas Brothers are slated to perform, as well as popstar Ava Max and country singer Eric Church. Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose is slated to host. How to watch the fireworks on TV The entire jaw-dropping show will be streamed live on NBC and Peacock.
NDTV
03-07-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Ahead Of July 4 Celebrations, US Agencies Warn Of "Lone-Wolf" Attacks
New Delhi: As cities across America prepare for massive July 4 gatherings, federal authorities have sounded the alarm over potential security threats from lone-wolf attackers and unauthorised drone activity. In a joint threat assessment released ahead of Independence Day, agencies, including the FBI, and Department of Homeland Security (DHS), say the most likely danger comes from individuals or small extremist groups motivated by a range of ideological or personal grievances. "The most significant terrorism threat facing the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks (in New York City)stems from lone offenders and small groups of individuals seeking to commit acts of violence," the bulletin, reviewed by CNN, says. These actors, it reads, may be driven by racial, ethnic, political, religious, or personal grievances. Authorities have not identified any specific, credible threats against the fireworks show or other related events. Still, they caution that large-scale gatherings with high attendance and media coverage are "attractive targets" for both domestic and foreign extremists aiming to cause mass casualties or gain attention for their causes. Recent high-profile attacks, including the 2025 New Year's Day vehicle-ramming in New Orleans, have further heightened vigilance. The bulletin warns of the risk of copycat violence and ongoing calls from foreign terrorist organisations (FTOs) for strikes on Western targets. Ongoing global tensions such as Israel's war on Gaza, which has already led to protests in the US, remain a particular concern. "Most attackers motivated at least in part by the Israel-HAMAS conflict have selected targets with a symbolic link to Israel," the bulletin says. The bulletin cites last month's deadly firebombing in Boulder, Colorado, as the latest domestic terror attack tied to the conflict. That incident followed the May 21 killing of two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington, DC. Last month, the DHS issued a terrorist threat alert following President Donald Trump's military strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. The advisory warned that Iranian-linked hackers could retaliate with cyberattacks on US networks and infrastructure. Ahead of the 4th of July celebrations, authorities are also watching the skies. The report flags the potential misuse of drones to disrupt or target large gatherings. "Although we have no credible, specific reporting regarding illicit plans to use UAS (unmanned aircraft systems) to target the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks," it says, "unauthorised UAS operations have the potential to increase public safety risks."
Indian Express
03-07-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
FBI warns of potential attacks in US ahead of July 4 celebrations
With America's Independence Day approaching, alerts have been issued by federal authorities over lone actors perpetrating attacks in New York and other places which has become the biggest terrorist threat to July 4 festivities. In a joint bulletin issued last month by the FBI, the Department of Homeland Security and other law enforcement agencies, the threat from lone offenders and small groups triggering violence remained high. 'The most significant terrorism threat facing the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks stems from lone offenders and small groups of individuals seeking to commit acts of violence,' the threat assessment report stated, reported CNN. The threat is not centered around New York, but other large gatherings could also be targeted. The threat assessment added 'These individuals are often motivated by a broad range of racial, ethnic, political, religious, anti-government, societal, or personal grievances.' However, the agencies confirmed that they haven't received any specific threat at the massive fireworks show or related events. But the report adds that high profile, large events can attract the attention of malicious actors who are looking for an opportunity to target large gatherings in order to perpetrate criminal schemes. Law enforcement agencies had issued a similar warning during New Year's celebration when a driver intentionally rammed his truck into a crowd of revelers on January 1 in New Orleans' French quarter, killing 14 people. The suspect, a US army veteran who had served in Afghanistan, was killed by authorities in a shootout. Even the ongoing Israel-Hamas war could inspire a spate of violence in the United States due to the tension and escalation of hostilities. 'Most attackers motivated at least in part by the Israel-HAMAS conflict have selected targets with a symbolic link to Israel, houses of worship, or locations associated with houses of worship,' the threat assessment noted. Drones have also raised eyebrows of the agencies as they can also spread violence at large gatherings. 'Unauthorized unmanned aircraft system (UAS) activities may pose a hazard to participants and attendees, delay events, and disrupt law enforcement operations,' FBI noted. (with inputs from CNN)
