Celebrations and Fireworks Across the Delaware Valley

Colorful fireworks illuminate the sky over Delaware Valley during Independence Day celebrations.

News Summary

As Independence Day approaches, the Delaware Valley gears up for a variety of fireworks displays and festive events. The Wawa Welcome America Festival runs from June 19 to July 4, featuring concerts and family-friendly activities culminating in spectacular fireworks shows. Multiple locations ensure residents and visitors alike can enjoy the celebrations, which include live music, parades, and community festivities leading to July 4th.

Philadelphia – As Independence Day approaches, the Delaware Valley is set to celebrate with numerous fireworks displays and various festive events across the region. As part of the Wawa Welcome America Festival, which runs from June 19 to July 4, 2025, celebratory activities will culminate with a spectacular fireworks show on the Fourth of July. The fireworks are scheduled at multiple locations, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to join in the festivities.

Philadelphia Fireworks Schedule

Penn’s Landing: June 28, 9:30 p.m. – Celebrate with the U.S. Army Band’s Pershing’s Own Concert followed by fireworks at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest.
Strawberry Mansion: June 29, Dusk – Enjoy a celebration of Black Music Month at Dell Music Center.
Center City: July 4, 9:30 p.m. – Fireworks will light up the skies over Ben Franklin Parkway after the Wawa Welcome America Concert featuring LL Cool J and Jazmine Sullivan.
Northeast Philadelphia: July 4, Dusk – Fireworks display at Pleasant Hill Park.
South Philadelphia: June 30 and July 1 – Enjoy fireworks post Philadelphia Phillies games at Citizen’s Bank Park.

Berks County Fireworks Events

Reading, PA: July 3 after the Reading Fightin’ Phils game at First Energy Stadium.
Shillington, PA: July 5, 10:00 p.m. – Greater Governor Mifflin Community Days at Governor Mifflin Intermediate School.

Bucks County Highlights

Erwinna, PA: June 28, 8:00 p.m. – Riverside Symphonia Concert and Fireworks at Tinicum Park.
Langhorne, PA: July 4, 9:00 p.m. – Fireworks at Sesame Place Theme Park.
Quakertown, PA: July 4, 9:30 p.m. – Quakertown Community Day at Memorial Park.
Southampton, PA: July 4, 9:35 p.m. – Southampton Days Fair at Tamanend Park.
Yardley, PA: July 5, Dusk – Saturday unWINEd at Shady Brook Farm.

Chester County Events

Downingtown, PA: July 4, 9:30 p.m. – Good Neighbor Day at Kerr Park.
North Coventry Township: July 3, 9:30 p.m. (rain date July 5) – Norco Fair.

Delaware County Celebrations

Aston Township: July 4, Dusk – Fireworks at Sun Valley High School.
Clifton Heights: July 4, 9:30 p.m. – Fireworks at Clifton Field (No spectators in the field).
Ridley Park: July 5, Dusk – Fireworks at Ridley Park Lake.

Lehigh County Fireworks

Allentown, PA: July 5, Dusk – Fireworks at Cedar Beach Park.
Bethlehem, PA: July 4, 9:00 p.m. – Fireworks at Steelstacks.

Montgomery County Festivities

Abington, PA: July 4, 9:00 p.m. – Fireworks at local high schools.
Pottstown, PA: July 4, 9:30 p.m. – GoFourth! Street Fest at Pottstown Memorial Park.

New Jersey Fireworks Schedule

Atlantic City: June 27 and July 4, 9:00 p.m. – Fireworks at Ocean Casino Resort.
Camden, NJ: July 4, 9:30 p.m. – Freedom Festival on the Camden Waterfront.
Ocean City, NJ: July 4, 9:00 p.m. – Fireworks on the Boardwalk.

Delaware Fireworks Displays

Hockessin, DE: July 4, Dusk – Fireworks at Swift Park.
Newark, DE: July 4, Dusk – Fireworks at the University of Delaware Athletic Complex.

The celebrations do not stop at fireworks; many locations will host parades, concerts, and various community festivals leading up to July 4. Most displays and events will have specific admission requirements, ranging from free access to ticketed entry, so attendees are encouraged to check beforehand. The diverse lineup of activities ensures there is something for everyone in the Delaware Valley this Independence Day.