Who says fireworks are only for the 4th of July? We know your family loves ’em, so we’ve rounded up fireworks in New Jersey to enjoy the pops, sparkles, and booms from now to the end of summer. You can see the illuminating sky shows at beaches, festivals, and even baseball games around the state. Scroll down to find one near you, and get ready to be wowed. And if you want more summer fun, check out everything on our NJMOM Summer Bucket List. (featured photo credit: iStock/nd3000)

Catch these fireworks in New Jersey all summer long

North New Jersey

Sussex County Miners Post Game Fireworks
Fireworks after every Saturday home game
You’ll be striking out if you take the family to a Miners game and miss out on the fireworks. This is the biggest fireworks show in Sussex County and happens every Sat the team plays home.
Cost: Included in game admission
Skylands Stadium, 94 Championship Place, Augusta, NJ 07822

New Jersey Jackals Post-Game Fireworks
Every Saturday home game in the summer 
Here’s another chance to take the fam out to a ballgame and catch some fireworks for a big finish. Head to a New Jersey Jackals game and watch the sizzle in the sky after the players are done lighting up the field.
Cost: Included in Jackals Tickets
Hinchcliffe Stadium, Paterson, NJ 07522

Lebanon Township Fire Department 2nd Annual Fireman’s Festival
July 20 – 23
Enjoy live music, food trucks, a beer garden, carnival rides, games, and fireworks. Hands will be stamped for re-entry.
Cost: Tickets are $20 per person for entry; children 10 and under are free
Lebanon Township Memorial Park, 67 Bunnvale Road, Califon, NJ 07830

Feast of Assumption Festival 
August 12
This family festival features a night of fun with food, drinks, music, rides, games, and a fireworks show to remember. In addition to the fest’s delicious food, the gigantic fireworks display is one of the best in New Jersey. 
Cost: Details to come
Arbolino Park – Allen St, Netcong, NJ 07857

Canal Day Music & Craft Festival
August 19 
Teach the fam some history at this summer festival in NJ—take a guided walking tour of the Morris Canal, travel down the waterway on a free boat ride, or prove your prowess by paddling a kayak. Enjoy listening to some of New Jersey’s best musical performers and watch the gorgeous fireworks display over the water.
Cost: Free
Hugh Force Canal Park, 180 West Central Avenue, Wharton, NJ 07885

Central New Jersey

Brick Summerfest 2023
July 6, 13, 20, 27
Check out the bands and fireworks of this popular festival, with SuperTransAM, The Amish Outlaws, Jessie’s Girl Back To The 80s Show, and Garden State Radio. All events are free to attend and take place at Windward Beach Park. An adult must accompany all children 17 years old or under.
Cost: Free 
265 Princeton Ave., Brick, NJ 08724

Somerset Patriots Post-Game Fireworks
Select dates until September 9
A bit further north, this is another chance to enjoy a ball game with the fam and cap off the night with a colorful show in the sky. Cheer on the Somerset Patriots as the sun goes down, and watch the fireworks light up over the stadium.
Cost: Included in Patriot Tickets
TD Bank Ballpark, 1 Patriots Park, Bridgewater, NJ 08807

Jersey Shore BlueClaws Post-Game Fireworks
July 7, 28, August 4, 5, 18, September 1
Chow down on crab fries or a ballpark dog while you cheer on the BlueClaws. Then, at the end of these select games, sit back and relax with a big, bright fireworks show to finish the evening.
Cost: Included in BlueClaws Tickets
Shoretown Park, 2 Stadium Way, Lakewood, NJ 08701

Freehold Township Day
July 8 
Bring the whole fam to this concert and festival in the park with merchandise and food vendors. Kids can enjoy the rides, teens can hang in the specially designated Teen Center, and everyone can check out the car show. Don’t miss the fireworks at 9 PM.
Cost: Free
Michael J. Tighe Park, 65 Georgia Road, Freehold, NJ 07728

Middlesex County Fair
August 7-13, fireworks opening night August 7 and August 13
The Middlesex County Fair is a popular stop for summer family fun, where you can explore the county’s rich agricultural heritage, learn a new craft, watch a chainsaw artist, sample some fair food, and have fun on the rides. Head there the first night for fireworks and then go back for more family fun.
Cost: check back for updates
Middlesex County Fairgrounds, 655 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Ocean Township Italian-American Festival
August 9-13 
The annual Ocean Township Italian-American Festival celebrates all things Italian heritage and culture. Mangia on yummy authentic Italian food, and check out the carnival rides, raffles, food-eating contests, and more. Check the website for more info on the fireworks.
Cost: Free
Joe Palaia Park, 200 Whalepond Rd., Oakhurst, NJ 07755

Hillsborough Rotary Fair 
August 15-19
The Annual Hillsborough Rotary Fair is back with fun for the whole family. Visit vendors, play games, and stick around on Friday night for the fireworks.
Cost: Free
Hillsborough Promenade – 315 Route 206, Hillsborough Township, NJ 08844

Hunterdon County 4H and Agricultural Fair 
August 23-27
This family-friendly event celebrates Hunterdon County’s rich agricultural landscape. You and your crew can check out the 4-H county fair farm activities, live music, fun games, thrilling carnival rides, delicious food, and the always popular fireworks extravaganza.
Cost: Free, parking $15
Hunterdon County Fairgrounds, 1207 Route 179, Lambertville, NJ 08530

Long Branch Jazz & Blues Festival
August 26
Enjoy jazz and blues by the shore and end the night with colorful fireworks.
Cost: Free
Promenade, Long Branch, NJ 07740

South New Jersey

Cumberland County Fair
July 4-8
It’s New Jersey’s oldest county fair. Enjoy amusement rides, games, Demolition Derby, livestock exhibits, pie-eating contests, and a fireworks display on July 4. 
Cost: $5 and 5 and under and 65 and older are free
3001 Carmel Road, Millville, New Jersey 08332 

Water Carnival
July 8 at 5 PM
Get ready to have a fun night with vendors, a Kids Zone, Hula Dancers by Paradise Island, and a Water Stunt Show. There will also be a fireworks show.
Cost: Free
Mirror Lake Beach, 141 Clubhouse Road, Browns Mills, NJ 08015

New Jersey Lottery Festival of Ballooning
July 28-30
See the beautiful balloons take flight along with other events such as the Running with the Balloons 5K, jugglers, magicians, and performances from Everclear, KC and The Sunshine Band, and Fitz and The Tantrums. At night, make sure you catch the fantastic fireworks.
Cost: Adult tickets are $32 as an early bird saver, children (4-12) are $12 as an early bird saver, there are added costs for the concerts, etc.
Solberg Airport, 39 Thor-Solberg Road, Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889