The Fourth of July is on a Wednesday this year, which means we basically celebrate all week (and weekend) long hollaaaaa. But no worries – we’ve compiled a list of all the best places to see fireworks in Buffalo and Western New York over the next two weekends! Here’s our rundown of dates, places, times, and tips for watching the fireworks this year.
Email us to let us know if we’re missing your favorite spot at info@stepoutbuffalo.com.
Saturday, June 30th
The Town of Collins Park
Collins Town Park
Tip: Fireworks will be held during the Annual Liberty Fest, which starts at 4 pm. Fireworks start at 9:45 pm!
The Woods at Bear Creek
3510 Bear Creek Rd., Franklinville, N.Y.
Tip: Celebrate Independence Day with some fishing, zip lining, hiking trails and more! There will also be music by Dave Stayner 1pm-4pm and Steel Rain 5pm-10pm. $10 for day passes.
Fireworks at the Falls
Niagara Falls State Park, 332 Prospect St Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Fireworks @ 10 pm
Tip: Falls illuminations begin @ 8:45pm
Martin’s Fantasy Island
2400 Grand Island Blvd, Grand Island, NY 14072
Fireworks @ Dusk
Tip: After 5 pm, $17.76 admission, Grand Island residents get in free with proof of residency starting at 9 pm.
Sunday, July 1st
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino
310 4th St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Tip: Free for everyone! Fireworks start at 9:40 pm. Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs!
Fireworks at the Falls
Niagara Falls State Park, 332 Prospect St Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Fireworks @ 10 pm
Tip: Falls illuminations begin @ 8:45 pm
2018 Ellicottville Summer Music Festival
Holiday Valley, 6557 Holiday Valley Rd, Ellicottville, NY 14731
Fireworks choreographed to BPO, Need tickets to show ($40) to attend.
Hollowfest 2018
Clarence Town Park, 10405 Main Street, Clarence NY 14031
Fireworks @ 10pm, Hollow Fest 2018 festivities from June 29th-July 1st
Tip: Free Admission!
Martin’s Fantasy Island
2400 Grand Island Blvd, Grand Island, NY 14072
Fireworks @ Dusk
Tip: After 5 pm, $17.76 admission, Grand Island residents get in free with proof of residency starting at 9 pm.
Monday, July 2nd
Fireworks at the Falls
Niagara Falls State Park, 332 Prospect St Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Fireworks @ 10 pm
Tip: Falls illuminations begin @ 8:45 pm
Martin’s Fantasy Island
2400 Grand Island Blvd, Grand Island, NY 14072
Fireworks @ Dusk
Tip: After 5 pm, $17.76 admission, Grand Island residents get in free with proof of residency starting at 9 pm.
Tuesday, July 3rd
Fireworks @ 10 pm
Rain date: July 4
Tip: Free Admission! Plus, earlier in the day they have a parade, Kids Frothy, foamy fun (1:30 pm) and a parade at 7 pm.
Bisons Game @ Coca-Cola Field
Independence Eve Celebration with the BPO
Fireworks begin after the Bisons Game
Tip: $26/ticket, Get tickets here!
Veterans Park in Akron
5877 Buell St., Akron, NY 14001
Fireworks @ dusk
Tip: There will be a food stand starting at 5:00 pm. Free admission for fireworks
S-3580 Lakeshore Rd, Blasdell, NY 14219
Fireworks @ Dusk
Tip: $7 charge per car
Kenney Field in Tonawanda
2000 Colvin Blvd (Brighton Rd), Tonawanda, NY 14150
Fireworks @ 10pm. Concert Begins at 7:30pm
Rain Date: July 6th
Tip: Free Admission!
Martin’s Fantasy Island
2400 Grand Island Blvd, Grand Island, NY 14072
Fireworks @ Dusk
Tip: After 5 pm, $17.76 admission, Grand Island residents get in free with proof of residency starting at 9 pm.
Lockport
Over the canal in Lockport
Fireworks @ dusk
View at:
• Pine Street Bridge
• Canal Street
• Behind YMCA
• Cornerstone Ice Arena
• Pine Street Parking
Wednesday, July 4th
Niawanda Park – Tonawanda
Niawanda Park, Tonawanda, NY 14150
Fireworks @ dusk, shot from Tonawanda Island
Tip: Free Admission!
Canalside
44 Prime St, Buffalo, NY 14202
Fireworks @ 10:00pm (festivities all day)
Tip: Free Admission! No outside food & drink allowed. Food trucks, beer & wine on sight! Folding chairs and blankets are welcome.
Village of Lancaster Independence Days
Save-A-Lot Parking Lot – 10 Aurora St, Lancaster, NY 14086
Fireworks @ 10 pm
Tip: Free Admission
Memorial Park in Dunkirk
Memorial Park, Lake Shore Drive, Dunkirk, NY
Fireworks @ Dusk
Tip: Free Admission! Bring money for food vendors. Live music with FALLEN UNION at 3 pm andat BLACK DIAMOND at 6 pm!
Martin’s Fantasy Island
2400 Grand Island Blvd, Grand Island, NY 14072
Fireworks @ Dusk
Tip: After 5 pm, $17.76 admission, Grand Island residents get in free with proof of residency starting at 9 pm.
Fireworks at the Falls
Niagara Falls State Park, 332 Prospect St Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Fireworks @ 10 pm
Tip: Falls illuminations begin @ 8:45 pm
Orchard Park Middle School
Pavilion behind Middle School – 60 S Lincoln Ave, Orchard Park, NY 14127
Fireworks @ 9:30 pm
Rain Date: July 5
Tip: Free Admission! Annual Independence Day parade is from 8-9 pm.
Little Valley at Cattauraugus County Fairgrounds
501 Erie Street, Little Valley
Fireworks @ dusk
University at Buffalo North Campus
Baird Point, Amherst
Fireworks start at 10 pm
Pendleton Town Park
Campbell Blvd
Tip: 4th of July celebration is from 5-10 pm
Saturday, July 7th
Town of Niagara
Veteran’s Memorial Community Park, 7000 Lockport Rd.
Tip: Free for all! Bring a blanket.
Midway State Park, Bemus Point
4859 Route 430, Bemus Point, NY
Fireworks @ 10:15 pm
Tip: Free Admission
