America’s 250th Birthday

Borgata Fireworks Spectacular

  • Friday, July 3, 9:30 p.m.

1 Borgata Way, Atlantic City

Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa will host a spectacular fireworks show that will light the night sky across Atlantic City. Produced by Fireworks by Grucci, this 20-minute, musically synchronized display can be viewed from Borgata’s surface lot. Public viewing areas will open at 8:30 p.m.

Galloway Township Fourth of July Parade

  • Saturday, July 4

9 a.m.

Smithville Blvd. & Moss Mill Road to Historic Smithville, 615 E. Moss Mill Road

The parade will begin at the Smithville Square Shopping Center on Smithville Blvd. to Moss Mill Road then past Historic Smithville where the parade will end at the Village Greene. More information is available at www.july4galloway.com.

Linwood Bike Parade

  • Saturday, July 4

10 a.m.

Linwood Historical Society Museum, 16 Poplar Avenue

Join the Linwood Historical Society and Linwood Fire Department for their annual Bike Parade, which will begin and end at the museum. Decorate your bike and stop by the Museum and Fire Department after the parade for more activities.

Longport American Mile

  • Saturday, July 4

6:30 p.m.

Longport Fire House, 2305 Atlantic Avenue

Join the Longport Volunteer Fire Department for their annual American Mile. The course will be a point-to-point race, beginning at 11th Avenue and Atlantic Ave, running north on Atlantic to the finish line at Pelham Avenue Sign up at www.longportnj.gov.

Margate Fourth of July Fireworks Extravaganza

  • Saturday, July 4

9 p.m.

Huntington Avenue Beach

Hosted by the Margate Mothers Association. Bring your beach chairs, blankets, and kids, and enjoy spectacular fireworks displayed over the beach. Learn more at www.margatehasmore.com or call 609-823-9144.

Northfield Connolly Mile

  • Saturday, July 4

8:30 a.m.

City Hall, 1600 Shore Road

Join Northfield’s annual Connolly Memorial Mile Run, a beautiful tree-lined, traffic-free one mile run on Shore Road to City Hall, prior to the city’s annual Fourth of July Parade. Race day registration will be open from 7 – 8:15 a.m.

Northfield July 4th Parade

  • Saturday, July 4

10 a.m.

Shore Road & Jackson Avenue to Burton Avenue Fire Station

The parade will take place along Shore Road from Jackson Avenue to the Burton Avenue Fire Station via Mill Road. Parade participants are welcome to join, including volunteers, community groups, floats, Northfield businesses, and kids on bikes. Rain date: Saturday, July 11.

Ocean City Fourth of July Celebration

  • Saturday, July 4

7 – 9 p.m.

Ocean City Boardwalk

Celebrate the Fourth of July with a kite flying competition at 7 p.m. next to the Music Pier at Moorlyn Terrace and the beach, followed by entertainment next to the Music Pier. A spectacular boardwalk fireworks display tops off the evening at 9 p.m., viewable along the beach and boardwalk. For more information, visit www.oceancityvacation.com.

Ocean City Pops Free Outdoor Concert

  • Saturday, July 4

8 p.m.

Carey Stadium, Sixth Street and Boardwalk

The Ocean City Pops will perform a free outdoor show of patriotic classics and audience favorites in honor of our nation’s birthday. Bring a beach chair or blanket to sit on the field; there will be seating available in the bleachers.

Ocean City North End Bike Parade

  • Saturday, July 4

10 a.m.

Longport Bridge parking lot at Newcastle Road

Sponsored by the Gardens Civic Association. Registration opens at 9 a.m. and the parade begins at 10 a.m.

Ocean City South End Bike Parade

  • Saturday, July 4

10 a.m.

40th Street and Asbury Avenue

Sponsored by the South Ocean City Improvement Association, City of Ocean City and the Chamber of Commerce. Registration opens at 9 a.m. and the parade begins at 10 a.m. The parade will travel south down Central Avenue to 53rd Street and the playground, where refreshments and awards will follow.

Ocean City Riviera Neighborhood Bike Parade

  • Saturday, July 4

12 p.m.

Rosemar Lane Park

Sponsored by the Riviera Neighborhood. Registration opens at 11 a.m. and the parade begins at 12 p.m.

Somers Point Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary

  • Friday, July 3 & Saturday, July 4, 5:30 – 9 p.m.

William Morrow Beach, 800 Bay Avenue

Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with a special two-day event featuring live music, food trucks, and vendors. Celebrate, explore, and discover the history of Somers Point with a scavenger hunt, and enjoy free concerts by British Invasion and Born to Run Down the Dream. This event is presented by the Somers Point Historical Society, SPBA, ACEA and City of Somers Point.

Strathmere Fourth of July Parade

  • Saturday, July 4

10:30 a.m.

Strathmere Firehouse down Commonwealth Avenue

Registration opens at 9 a.m. at the Strathmere Firehouse. The parade will begin from the firehouse at 10:30 a.m., proceeding south along Commonwealth Avenue. An awards ceremony and refreshments will follow at Deauville Inn following the parade. Rain date: Sunday, July 5.

Tropicana Fireworks in Atlantic City

  • Saturday, July 4

10 p.m.

Iowa Avenue and Boardwalk

Experience the excitement of Tropicana’s stunning summer fireworks display. This breathtaking show can be viewed along the beach and iconic Atlantic City boardwalk.

Ventnor Independence Celebration

  • Friday, July 3, 5 – 9 p.m.

Newport Avenue Beach

The evening kicks off at 5 p.m. with crafters and food vendors. Registration for the Ventnor Mile one mile run opens at 5:30 p.m. and the race begins at New Haven Avenue and the beach at 7 p.m. Enjoy live music from Ricky Stevens at 6:15 p.m. and The Exceptions at 7 p.m. followed by a spectacular fireworks display over the beach at dusk.

Weymouth Township Independence Celebration

  • Friday, July 3, 6:30 p.m.

Weymouth Twp. Municipal Field, 45 S. Jersey Avenue, Dorothy

Join in a spectacular evening of celebrations. The Weymouth Historical Museum will be open from 6:30 – 8 p.m. Live music will follow at 7 p.m. with a dazzling fireworks display to cap off the evening at 9:30 p.m.