The City of Newburgh is pleased to announce the annual Independence Day fireworks display is scheduled for July 4, 2023!
The fireworks display will be launched at 1 Washington Street (f.k.a. People’s Waterfront Park), on Tuesday, July 4, at approximately 9:00 p.m. Setup time will begin at 6:00 p.m. Due to safety reasons around the launch site, the public will not be allowed to enter 1 Washington Street until after the event has concluded.
The City of Newburgh Police Department will close the following roads on July 4:
- Colden Street (from Water Street to Washington Street) and;
- Broadway (from Grand Street to Colden Street)
City officials want to remind residents that the possession, sale and use of fireworks and sparking devices are prohibited within the City of Newburgh per Local Law 1 - 2020.
All types of fireworks and sparking devices are prohibited, including sparklers, firecrackers, spinners, fountains, bottle rockets, and Roman candles. People found possessing or using these devices risk a fine and arrest. Illegal fireworks will be seized.
Thank you for helping us keep the community safe.