Macy's 4th of July Fireworks: Brooklyn Bridge Special and NYC's 400th Birthday

Macy's 49th Annual Fireworks Show

• 🎆 Macy's Fourth of July fireworks are being prepared by 60 licensed pyro technicians for New York City's iconic tradition.
• 🗓️ This year marks the 49th anniversary of the stunning show, which involves a year of planning and creative development.
• 💥 Attendees can expect over 80,000 shells, a variety of bright colors, and unique effects, including a new 'morning glory' shell.

Brooklyn Bridge Spectacle

• 🌉 In celebration of New York City's 400th birthday, the show will incorporate the Brooklyn Bridge, featuring over 30,000 effects spanning between its towers.
• 🎨 Beautiful imagery will be projected onto the bridge, complementing a 25-minute musical score inspired by the American spirit.

Viewing and Performances

• 🎟️ The city is offering 100,000 free tickets for viewing areas in Brooklyn and lower Manhattan, available starting tomorrow at 8:30 a.m.
• 🎶 The star-studded show begins at 8 p.m. with performances by artists including the Jonas Brothers, Eric Church, and Lenny Kravitz.
• 🎇 Fireworks are scheduled to light up the sky around 9:25 p.m.