The 4th of July denotes the day of declaration of independence against the British who treated American colonist unfairly. 1776 may have been a very long time ago, but it is an important holiday of celebration.

There are many ways that the 4th of July is celebrated. Mostly, people enjoy having barbecues with their families. To end the nights of bbqing, many people like to go to view fireworks. Luckily, there are many firework events on the island where you can enjoy the fireworks.

Be aware: setting off your own fireworks is illegal in New York State and, if you are caught in possession of or setting them off, you will be fined. It is not only the fine one should worry about, but also the danger of fire, burns, and fatalities. Be a spectator this 4th of July and leave the fireworks to the professionals. 

Due to potentially inclimate weather, some of the firework displays & special events may be cancelled or delayed.

LongIsland.com will be updating the 4th of July Guide throughout the holiday,should events be cancelled or delayed, but we urge you to call ahead before attending any of these events, should there be last minute schedule changes.

 

Check out one of the many amazing fireworks displays this 4th of July:

• Peconic Bay Medical Center Family Festival - Wading River
   
• Go 4th on the Bay 2014 - Oakdale
   
• Stars Over Montauk - Montauk
   
• Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular - New York City
   
• Fireworks & Fine Dining: The Crescent Beach Club - Bayville
   
• Long Island Ducks Ballgame & Fireworks - Central Islip
   
• Fireworks Cruises - Freeport
   
• July Fourth Celebration - Brookhaven Amphitheater - Farmingville - THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED, AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED FOR A LATER DATE. SEE EVENT WEBSITE FOR INFO.
   
• July 4th Concert: Denice Given Band - West Beach - Port Jefferson - FIREWORKS HAVE BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL JULY 5th, FIREWORKS WILL START AROUND 9PM
   
• Valley Stream's Annual Fourth of July Fireworks Show - Valley Stream
   
• Southampton 27th Annual American Picnic with Fireworks by Grucci - Southampton - THIS EVENT HAS BEEN MOVED TO SUNDAY JULY 6 AT 6:30 PM. FIREWORKS WILL BEGIN AT 9:15 PM
   
• Montauk's Independence Day Celebration - Umbrella Beach - Montauk
   
• Bald Hill Fireworks Extravaganza - Pennysaver Amphitheater - Farmingville
   
• Asharoken Fireworks - Asharoken Beach - Asharoken - No Public Parking - FIREWORKS HAVE BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL 7/5 AT 9:15 PM
   
• Annual Carnival & Fireworks Show - Greenport Fire Department - Greenport
   
• Fireworks at Morgan Park - Morgan Park - Glen Cove EVENT DELAYED UNTIL JULY 5TH. SEE WEBSITE FOR INFO.
   
• Fireworks at Centennial Park - Centennial Park - Rockville Centre
   
• Fireworks & Fine Dining at The Crescent Beach Club - Crescent Beach Club - Bayville
   
• Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacle - Hudson River - New York

Where will you be watching the firework displays this year? Tell us in the comments below!