Macy’s is all set for the 4th of July fireworks extravaganza.
As is the Independence Day tradition, this will be the 47th year of its fireworks display.
This celebration is recognized as the largest of its kind in the country. This year, more than 60,000 projectiles will be launched from five barges on the East River, located in Midtown between East 26th and East 40th streets.
Official public viewing areas are in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens.
Be on the lookout for street closures in Manhattan starting tomorrow afternoon through tonight.
For a full list of the closures, check out the NYPD Twitter account.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
The fireworks display is expected to start around 9:25 pm and last for about 25 minutes.
According to Macy’s executives, the show will be synchronized with an “orchestral background as moving as its fireworks.”
Ray Chew, veteran producer and songwriter, is the musical director for this year’s show, which Macy’s says will recognize trailblazers and celebrate American independence through the voices of young people.
Where can I see the fireworks?
The fireworks will go off along the East River, so there will be plenty of places overlooking the river where you can watch the fireworks.
“If you have a clear view of the sky over the East River, whether you’re in Queens, Brooklyn or Manhattan, you’ll have a wonderful view of our show,” Coss said.
However, Macy’s has designated some official observation points.
Macy’s states that capacity will be limited at most locations, so visitors are advised to plan ahead. According to Macy’s, parks are often handicapped accessible, but they may not have a designated space for it.
In Manhattan there will be official observation points at First Avenue and East 20th Street, First Avenue and East 34th Street, and First Avenue and East 42nd Street.
In Queens, there will be an official overlook at Gantry Plaza State Park. Other official viewing points will be at Marsha P. Johnson State Park, Transmitter Park, and Newtown Barge Park, all of which are in Brooklyn.
As crowds gather at official viewing points, some will be closed and viewers will be directed to other open access points along FDR Drive.
Macy’s advises against viewing the fireworks at Bushwick Inlet Park, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Brooklyn Heights Promenade, Grand Ferry Park, Domino Park, Hunter’s Point South Park, Roosevelt Island, and East 34th Street Ferry Landing. These areas have obstructed views or will be closed to the public, according to Macy’s.
A map of the observation points can be found on the Macy’s website.
What can I bring to see the fireworks?
At official viewing points, Macy’s says lawn chairs, blankets, umbrellas, coolers, backpacks, bins and other large bags are not allowed for safety reasons.
There will be EMS units in all public viewing areas designated by the City and NYPD. Spectators at observation points may be searched by NYPD officers.
How many fireworks will be launched?
According to Macy’s, 2,400 projectiles and effects will be launched per minute. In total, 60,000 projectiles will be launched during the 25 minutes that the show will last.
“70% of our fireworks will be new this year in New York. We have a wide variety of animated elements. We’re also going to have some live performances to accompany our fireworks this year,” Coss said.
What streets will be closed?
There will be many streets closed on Tuesday for the fireworks display. Officials say the closures will be at the discretion of the NYPD, but police provided a list of streets expected to be closed Tuesday afternoon and evening.
Closures in Manhattan
FDR Drive entre Montgomery Street y East 63rd Street
FDR Drive service roads between Montgomery Street and 63rd Street
Montgomery Street entre Cherry Street y FDR Drive
Delancey Street entre Lewis Street y FDR Drive
East Houston Street entre Baruch Place y FDR Drive
Avenue C between 13th Street and Avenue C Rampa de entrada a FDR
Entrance ramps to Avenue C
Calle 6 Este between Avenue D and FDR Drive
East 10th Street entre Avenue D y FDR Drive
Calle 14 between Avenue C and Avenue B
Avenue C between East 16th Street and East 23rd Street
East 20th Street between 1st Avenue and Avenue C
Calle 23 Este between 1st Avenue and Avenue C
East 26th Street between 1st Avenue and FDR Drive
East 30th Street between 1st Avenue and FDR Drive
Entrance ramps to 30th street
East 33rd Street between 1st Avenue and 3rd Avenue
East 34th Street between 2nd Avenue and FDR Drive
Entrance ramps to 34th street
East 37th Street between 1st Avenue and FDR Drive
East 38th Street between 1st Avenue and FDR Drive
East 41st Street between 1st Avenue and FDR Drive
East 42nd Street between 1st Avenue and FDR Drive
Entrance ramps to 42nd street
East 48th Street between 1st Avenue and FDR Drive
East 49th Street between 1st Avenue and FDR Drive
East 53rd Street between 1st Avenue and FDR Drive
Closures in Brooklyn
Greenpoint Avenue entre McGuinness Boulevard y East River
Kent Street entre Franklin Street y East River
Java Street entre Franklin Street y East River
India Street entre Franklin Street y East River
Huron Street entre Franklin Street y West Street
Green Street entre Franklin Street y West Street
Freeman Street between Franklin Street and West Street
Eagle Street between Franklin and West Streets
Dupont Street entre Franklin Street y East River
West Street between Greenpoint Avenue and Eagle Street
Franklin Street between Greenpoint Avenue and Commercial Street
Commercial Street entre Franklin Street y East River
Closures in Queens
The area bounded by 44th Drive to the north, Borden Avenue to the south, Vernon Boulevard to the east, and the East River to the west
Center Boulevard between Borden Avenue and 54th Avenue
2nd Street entre Borden Avenue y Newtown Creek/Dead End
Vernon Boulevard entre 54th Avenue y Newtown Creek/Dead End
54th Avenue between Center Boulevard and Vernon Boulevard
2023-07-03 13:50:00
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