7/4/11 Macy's 4th of July Fireworks: Gift of Freedom along the Hudson River

This year, the fireworks will be on the west side, along the Hudson River. If you want a good spot without buildings obstructing the view, you really need to GO EARLY! (That means 7:30 or before. With all the crowds, it took us about half an hour just to find a good spot around 34th Street.) Bring a chair or picnic blanket to claim your area on the sidewalk/road. Snacks and activities help the waiting time pass faster. Enjoy the show!

Monday, July 4th, 2011 at 9:00pm

The 35th Annual Macy's 4th of July Fireworks® returns to the West Side to delight New Yorkers and the nation with an awe-inspiring display of patriotic firepower. This year's extravaganza, "Gift of Freedom," will feature more than 40,000 fireworks expertly synchronized to a dynamic 25-minute score that includes a mix of American standards and the hottest pop favorites!

Not in New York or watching from home? Check out the entertainment special on NBC, July 4th at 9 pm EST. Exciting performances by Beyoncé and Brad Paisley, and hosted by Nick Lachey!


Best Spots to see the Show
The fireworks can be viewed from any area with an unobstructed view of the sky above the Hudson River. For best views, head to 12th Avenue below 59th Street at the following access points along 11th Avenue.

Access Points:
24th Street
26th–30th Streets
34th Street

40th–44th Streets

47th–52nd Streets

54th–57th Streets

The following are NOT viewing areas: East River, Battery Park, Battery Park City, All Hudson River Piers (except limited access to Piers 54 and 84), Hudson River Park promenade between West Houston and 59th Street and Hudson River Park Bike Path between West Houston and 59th Street.

For this viewing info and subway, bus, train info:
http://social.macys.com/fireworks2011/?cm_mmc=VanityUrl-_-fireworks-_-n-_-n#/where_to_watch


Main website:
http://social.macys.com/fireworks2011/?cm_mmc=VanityUrl-_-fireworks-_-n-_-n