Get Ready for a Star-Spangled 4th of July in New Jersey’s Heartland!

Fireworks, family, food and fun. It’s what the 4^th of July is all about, and this year is no exception. On Wednesday, July 4^th, and continuing into the weekend, New Jersey’s Heartland will explode with a Red, White and Blue lineup of spectacular parades and fireworks display to celebrate the birth of our nation. Here are some of the great events you and the family won’t want to miss. Enjoy, be safe and Happy 4^th of July!

Woodstown 4^th of July Parade

July 4, 2018 – 10 a.m. (rain or shine)

Parade begins at Allen Avenue in Woodstown

Who says small towns can’t have big parades? Since 1932, the residents of Woodstown have been staging a parade that’s right out a Norman Rockwell painting, with fire trucks and flags lining Main Street, houses and porches throughout the town. It’s patriotic America at its best!

Marlton Park 4^th of July Fireworks

July 4^th, 2018 (begins at disk)

123 Marlton Road, Pilesgrove

Co-sponsored by the Woodstown Pilesgrove Business Association (W-PBA) and Rotary Club of Woodstown, the 4^th of July Celebration at Marlton Park has become the centerpiece of festivities in the region. The day begins the annual Woodstown-Pilesgrove (W-PBA) Firecracker 5K run, which starts at Marlton Park, which also serves is the last stop of the town’s historic 4^th of July Parade. The day culminates at dusk with spectacular 4^th of July fireworks show that’s not to be missed.

Millville July 4^th Fireworks

July 4, 2018 – Event Begins at 5 p.m., Fireworks at 9 p.m.

New Jersey Motorsports Park – 8000 Dividing Creek Road, Millville

Ladies, Gentlemen and kids of all ages, start your engines on July 4^th and race over to the New Jersey Motorsports Park for a great evening of fun and fireworks sponsored by the City of Millville. The festival, which is free for all attendees, begins at 5 p.m. and features live music, entertainment, food trucks and craft vendors. Fireworks cap off the celebration at 9 p.m.

Washington Township July 4^th Parade

July 4, 2018 – 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Thanks to Mayor Gattinelli, Washington Township’s 4th of July Parade is now an annual event for all to enjoy. The second annual parade will begin in the parking lot of the 11/12 building of the Washington Township High School, which is located at 519 Hurffville-Cross Keys Road in Sewell. It once again promises to be a parade in the best of July 4^th traditions.

Vineland 4^th of July Pyrotechnics Show

July 4, 2018 – Dusk (rain date, July 5^th)

Vineland High School – Chestnut Avenue and Brewster Road

The Vineland High School campus will again serve as home to one of the best fireworks displays in the Heartland of New Jersey, the traditional Vineland July 4^th Pyrotechnics Show.

Third Annual Hammonton Independence Day Parade

July 4, 2018 – 11 a.m.

Downtown Hammonton

Sure, there will be floats, bands and parade troupes. But the Third Annual Hammonton Independence Day Parade is known for much more, with bikes, scooters, wagons, strollers – and even pets – decorated in patriotic colors. Bike participants may stop by Toy Market at 200 Bellevue Avenue for free decorations before the parade, and there will be prizes award for the most patriotic decorations and displays!

30^th Annual Independence Day Festival

July 7, 2018 (rain date July 14, 2018)

Michael Debbi Park – 315 Cedar Ave, Richland – 3 p.m.

The fun doesn’t stop on the 4^th! On Saturday July 7^th, Buena Vista Township stages its 30^th Annual Independence Day Festival, which begins 2p.m. with a Fire Truck and EMS Parade throughout the Township. From 3 p.m. until the fireworks explode at dark, there will be food, craft vendors and music by DJ Nicky G of Oldies 98 in Philly and WAYV in Atlantic City. Make sure not to miss the always-entertaining Fireman’s Water Barrel Fights.