What you should know
- Tickets will provide New Yorkers access to prime viewing areas at Brooklyn Bridge Park and the Seaport
- Public lottery open now through June 29 at july4.events.nyc
- Additional non-ticketed viewing areas will be available along the FDR Drive
NEW YORK – Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani today announced 100,000 free tickets for New Yorkers to watch the Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks from prime viewing areas at Brooklyn Bridge Park in Brooklyn and the Seaport in Manhattan.
The public lottery at july4.events.nyc is open now and will remain open through June 29 at 11:59 p.m. Winners will be notified between June 30 and July 2 and may claim up to four tickets.
In addition to the ticketed viewing areas at Brooklyn Bridge Park and the Seaport, non-ticketed public viewing areas will be available along the FDR Drive in Manhattan. More information about those viewing locations will be released at july4.events.nyc soon.
“On the Fourth of July, Americans come together to look at where we’ve come as a nation, and where we want to go together in the future. Hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers will gather along our waterfront to celebrate, and we’re making sure that some of the best views are available for free,” said Mayor Mamdani. “From Brooklyn Bridge Park to the Seaport to the FDR, we’re opening our public spaces so New Yorkers can come together and enjoy this night together.”
Selected lottery winners will receive an email with instructions to claim their tickets and choose a preferred viewing area. Winners may claim up to four tickets. Children younger than 2 do not require a ticket.
Additional information, including entry points for non-ticketed viewing areas, ADA-accessible viewing areas and prohibited items will be available at july4.events.nyc.
“Events like the Fourth of July Fireworks remind us that our parks and open spaces are more than places to relax — they are where New Yorkers come together to celebrate, connect and create lasting memories,” said NYC Parks Commissioner Tricia Shimamura. “These shared public spaces have an important purpose, by bringing people from every neighborhood together for moments that strengthen our sense of community. Opening our parks and waterfronts for celebrations like this ensures they remain vibrant, welcoming, and accessible to everyone.”
“Brooklyn Bridge Park is honored to serve as the gathering place for this iconic New York City tradition. The Fourth of July fireworks are a celebration of community, public space, and the spirit of our city,” said Brooklyn Bridge Park President Eric Landau. “Thank you to Mayor Mamdani, our city agency partners, first responders, and the countless individuals working behind the scenes to ensure a safe and memorable experience for all. We look forward to welcoming New Yorkers and visitors alike for an extraordinary evening on the waterfront.”
“We’re looking forward to welcoming our community and all New Yorkers to the Seaport for one of the city’s most iconic events,” said Matt Partridge, President and Chief Executive Officer of Seaport Entertainment Group. “The Seaport's rich history, energy and experiences reflect everything that makes New York City unique, and there's no better place to celebrate the Fourth of July.”
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