When to Watch: The fireworks show starts at 9:02 PM ET on Saturday, July 4, 2026 (moved up due to inclement weather). The NBC and Peacock broadcast begins at 8 PM ET and runs until 10 PM ET.
Where to Stream: Available live on NBC and Peacock. A Spanish-language simulcast airs on Telemundo. For cord-cutters, Fubo offers a free trial with NBC coverage [here](https://www.fubo.tv/?ref=yanuki.com).
Massive Scale: The show will fire 85,000 shells from six barges across three NYC waterways — a first-ever expansion to the Brooklyn Bridge and Hudson River.
Performer Lineup: Post Malone, Blake Shelton, Salt-N-Pepa, Noah Kahan, Bebe Rexha, and Shaboozey will perform. "The Voice" season 29 winner Alexia Jayy will sing during the fireworks.
Why This Matters: This is not just any fireworks show — it marks both the 50th anniversary of Macy's tradition (dating back to 1976) and the US Semiquincentennial (250th birthday), making it the largest production in the event's history.
Weather Impact: Due to incoming storms, the fireworks were moved up to 9:02 PM from the originally scheduled 9:30 PM start time.
The 50th edition of the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks is breaking new ground — literally. For the first time, the show is expanding beyond its traditional East River footprint to include the Brooklyn Bridge and the lower Hudson River. This means spectators across all five boroughs and New Jersey will have unprecedented views of the pyrotechnics.
If you plan to be in New York City on July 4, expect major traffic disruptions. Here is a breakdown of the key closures compiled by Yanuki using the latest trends and data:
Bridge Closures:
Brooklyn Bridge: Fully closed to vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists from 8 AM Saturday until Sunday, July 5
Manhattan Bridge: Pedestrian and bike access closes at 4 PM (vehicle traffic remains open)
Williamsburg Bridge: Pedestrian and bike access closes at 4 PM (vehicle traffic remains open)
Manhattan Street Closures (3 PM – midnight):
South Street, FDR Drive service roads, and multiple streets in the Financial District and South Street Seaport areas will be closed to vehicles.
Brooklyn Closures (1 PM – midnight):
Major closures around Brooklyn Bridge Park, DUMBO, and Brooklyn Heights, including Atlantic Avenue, Columbia Heights, and Old Fulton Street.
Staten Island Ferry:
Suspended twice due to Coast Guard orders — from 8 AM to 1:30 PM and again from 8 AM to 10 PM. Alternative bus service will run on SIM1C, SIM3C, SIM4C, SIM33C, S53, and S79 SBS routes.
BQE Exit Closures:
Exit 28B closes at 8 AM
Exits 27, 28, and 28A close at 1 PM
Good News for Drivers:
New York State is suspending most highway and bridge construction lane closures from Thursday, July 2, through Monday, July 6, to ease holiday congestion. However, sobriety checkpoints and increased police patrols will be active statewide.
For those staying home, NBC and Peacock are your streaming destinations. The broadcast begins at 8 PM ET with pre-show performances and continues through the 27-minute fireworks display. Viewers on Central, Mountain, and Pacific time zones will see a live-to-tape broadcast.
Fubo offers a free trial for cord-cutters who want to watch NBC's coverage online: Start your free trial here.
What time do the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks start?
The fireworks will begin at 9:02 PM ET on Saturday, July 4, 2026. The NBC broadcast starts at 8 PM ET.
Who is performing at the 50th annual Macy's fireworks show?
The lineup includes Post Malone, Blake Shelton, Salt-N-Pepa, Noah Kahan, Bebe Rexha, and Shaboozey. "The Voice" season 29 winner Alexia Jayy will perform vocally during the fireworks display. Terry Crews is hosting the event.
Where can I watch the Macy's fireworks online?
You can stream live on Peacock and NBC. Fubo also offers a free trial for live TV streaming here.
Why was the fireworks time changed?
The show was moved up from its original 9:30 PM start to 9:02 PM due to inclement weather forecast for later in the evening.
Is the Brooklyn Bridge open on July 4?
No. The Brooklyn Bridge will be fully closed to all vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists from 8 AM Saturday until Sunday, July 5, for security and event staging.
Will the Staten Island Ferry run on July 4?
The ferry will be suspended from 8 AM to 1:30 PM and again from 8 AM to 10 PM due to Coast Guard restrictions. Alternative bus service will be available.
Plan Your Viewing: Arrive early if heading to NYC viewing spots. Free tickets along the Brooklyn and Manhattan waterfronts were distributed — check if yours is still valid.
Avoid Driving: With the Brooklyn Bridge closed all day and extensive street closures in Manhattan and Brooklyn, public transit is your best bet. Use MTA subways and allow double the usual travel time.
Stream from Home: If you cannot attend in person, the full show is available on NBC and Peacock starting at 8 PM ET. Fubo offers a free trial for streaming [here](https://www.fubo.tv/?ref=yanuki.com).
Check Real-Time Updates: Monitor [MTA.info](https://mta.info/?ref=yanuki.com) and [july4.events.nyc](https://july4.events.nyc/?ref=yanuki.com) for live transit and closure updates.
Who This Affects Most: Commuters, residents of Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn Heights, tourists visiting NYC for the holiday, and anyone planning to cross between Manhattan and Brooklyn on July 4.
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