Sparks will fly across Rochester this Independence Day. Discover the various Fourth of July celebrations taking place in Rochester, NY and the Finger Lakes including fireworks, parades and more. No matter what corner of the region you are visiting, you will find something fun for everyone.
FIREWORKS & PARADES
City of Rochester's Fireworks
July 4 | Downtown Rochester
The classic downtown fireworks extravaganza is back! The Broad Street Bridge & Court Street Bridge will be closed to vehicular traffic for pedestrian viewing. Bring your friends and a chair!
Fleet Feet Firecracker 4 Mile
July 4 | Perinton Park
This year’s race on the 4-mile course on the roads of Fairport. Starting on the corner of Whitney and O'Connor and finishing in Perinton Park.
Town of Greece - Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration
July 4 | Town of Greece
The event will include a 5K, food trucks, family activities, live music and fireworks.
Town of Henrietta - 4th of July Celebration
July 4 | Veterans Memorial Park
Activities begin at 4pm and fireworks start at 9:45pm! This event includes children's activities, live music, local food vendors & food trucks.
Town of Irondequoit - 4th of July Festival
July 3-4 | Town Hall
Activities for this year's festival span 2 days and include children's activities and food trucks, and a 10K and 2 mile fun run the second day followed by a craft fair and market and concluding with the town's parade at 11:00 a.m.
Town of Penfield Parade + Fireworks
June 28 | Harris Whalen Park
The Penfield Independence Day parade begins at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 28 with a fireworks show launching from Harris Whalen Park at 10:00 p.m.
June 28 | Chili Ave
Featuring live music and food stands starting at 4:00 p.m. with the firework display starting at 10:00 p.m.
SPECIAL EVENTS
June 30-July 6 | Strong Museum of Play
Craft a popsicle magnet, create a cardboard tube bald eagle, and design a glittery handprint firework.
July 4 | The Strathallan
Spend the 4th of July on the 9th floor at Hatties with the best views of the Rochester Fireworks display. Silent Disco will run from 8:00 p.m. to midnight, with the downtown firework display starting at 10:00 p.m.
July 4 | Brighton High School
Join this yearly tradition in Brighton! As part of the Town of Brighton July 4th celebration, we will kick off the day with the Brighton 4th of July 5K at Brighton High School. This is a flat and fast 5K fit for the whole family!
July 4 | Genesee Country Village & Museum
Join Genesee Country Village & Museum’s beloved Independence Day Celebration—where history comes to life and community takes center stage. Enjoy a full day of patriotic fun, immersive experiences, and good old-fashioned revelry. Bonus: kids 12 & under get in free!
July 4 | Perinton Park
Stick around after the Fairport town parade at Fairport Canal Park from 12:30 p. m. -2:30 p. m. Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy the music, sun and this celebration of Independence Day!
Red Wings July 4th Celebration
July 4 | Innovative Field
Watch the Rochester Red Wings take on the Buffalo Bisons with and enjoy their biggest firework display of the year after the game! The first 1,000 fans also get access to an exclusive mini flag giveaway.
There are limitless ways to celebrate Independence Day in Rochester, NY this year. Looking for even more things to do this summer? Discover other things to do this summer here. However you choose to spend the day, share your adventures in Rochester with us by using #VisitROC!
