WHERE TO WATCH: Western New York Fourth of July Fireworks, Parades, and Family Fun

Western New York Fourth of July Fireworks, Parades, and Family Fun

Communities across Western New York are preparing for a day filled with firework displays, parades, concerts, and carnival attractions.

From the shores of Lake Erie to the vineyards of Niagara County, residents and visitors alike can enjoy a wide range of patriotic celebrations across the area through July 6th.

For those who have not decided where to watch fireworks tonight, or perhaps want to plan something for July 5th or 6th, below is a day-by-day breakdown of the region’s Fourth of July events and fireworks shows.

Events span dozens of municipalities across Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Genesee, and Chautauqua counties.

Fireworks Displays by Date

Friday, July 4th – Independence Day

Major celebrations in Bemus Point, Darien Lake, Dunkirk, Lancaster, Lewiston, Lockport, Lyndonville, Mayville, Mina, North Tonawanda, Orchard Park, Pendleton, City of Tonawanda, Warsaw, Wheatfield, and Niagara Falls State Park.

Niagara Falls State Park – 10pm fireworks over the world-famous falls.

Saturday, July 5th

Clarence, Colden, and Niagara Falls State Park continue the festivities with more fireworks.

Sunday, July 6th

Ellicottville – Fireworks following a Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra concert.

Niagara Falls State Park – Final night of extended fireworks at 10pm

Festivals, Parades & Family-Friendly Events

Warsaw Fire Department Carnival – July 2nd–5th at Warsaw Village Park with fireworks July 4 at 10pm

Cheektowaga Freedom Festival – July 4th with beer tents, a parade, and fireworks.

City of Lockport – July 4th concert and fireworks.

Fireworks on the Erie Canal (Gateway Harbor) – July 4th with kid-friendly activities and a fireworks show at dusk.

Lancaster Festival – Carnival rides, beer tents, concerts, and a 10k race July 4-5.

Lyndonville Lions Club – 51st Annual Independence Day Celebration with fireworks behind the school.

Old Falls Street, Niagara Falls – July 4th-6th street festival with live music, food vendors, and entertainment.

Great Pumpkin Farm Carnival (Clarence) – Rides, games, and fireworks July 4th-5th.

Southern Tier Brewing Company (Lakewood) – 4th of July Live Music Series July 1-6.

WHERE TO WATCH: Western New York Fourth of July Fireworks, Parades, and Family Fun