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Macy's 4th of July Fireworks is the best known of all the Independence day celebrations in the country.

Last year was unbelievable! We had absolutely perfect weather. great guests and a fabulous display. 

We had 801 requests for seating last year. Unfortunately we can only accommodate a small portion of them!

We are trying to press more boats into service so if you are interested please email us for availability now. Please do not call.

For more info please continue to read this page.

Book now! We fully expect to sell out soon.
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Viewing Info

2009 Info - Subject to change for 2010

The Fireworks are growing! This year the show can be seen from Liberty State Park in New Jersey. The Liberty State Park portion of the show is brought to you in part by the "Star-Ledger" and the Jersey City Economic Development Corporation.

Our dazzling, state-of-the-art pyrotechnics will launch from our traditional East River firing locations between 23rd and 42nd Streets. And again this year, in conjunction with the Downtown New York City River to River Festival, Macy's is extending the show downtown, with an incredible display just south of the the South Street Seaport. The South Street Seaport/Brooklyn location will feature two barges stationed between the boroughs of Brooklyn (between Joralemon and Montague Streets) and Manhattan (between Broad and Wall Streets).

Spectators can watch the Fireworks from any point in Manhattan, Brooklyn or Queens with unobstructed views of the sky above the East River.

Fourth of July Fireworks
Beginning at approximately 9 p.m., Macy's will have fireworks being released from 3 separate locations around the city. There will be a patriotic flyover at 8 p.m. courtesy of the U.S. Air Force. If you're not in the area, NBC will broadcast the fireworks live beginning at 9 p.m. EST.

LIBERTY STATE PARK
New this year: enjoy the show at the Statue of Liberty at Liberty State Park in Jersey City. Consult their website <http://njparksandforests.com/> for details and directions.


MANHATTAN
The FDR Drive will be closed for spectator viewing 7pm-10pm from 14th to 42nd Streets. Pedestrian access to the FDR Drive for viewing will be at 23rd, 38th, and 42nd Streets ONLY. Entrances to the FDR Drive are handicap accessible. In downtown Manhattan, the FDR Drive will be closed for spectator viewing from the ferry terminal to the Pearl Street exit ramp. Entrance is from the Pearl Street Ramp only. FDR Drive will be closed to vehicular traffic from Houston Street to 63rd Street.

Pedestrians will not be allowed on the Queensboro Bridge and Roosevelt Island is not suggested as a viewing area as it is private property. No viewing is allowed from the Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Bridge or Williamsburg Bridge.

SOUTH STREET SEAPORT
FDR will be closed beginning at 7 p.m. from the ferry terminal to the Pearl Street ramp. The Pearl Street ramp will offer the only pedestrian access to the FDR. Downtown fireworks will be visible anywhere that offers unobstructed views of the sky south of the Brooklyn Bridge, particularly on the Brooklyn Promenade between Jermone and Cranberry Streets and on Furman between Atlantic and Cadman Plaza West.


BROOKLYN & QUEENS
Spectators can watch the Fireworks from any point in Manhattan, Brooklyn or Queens with unobstructed views of the sky above the East River.

WATERCRAFT VIEWING
All spectator vessels may view the Fireworks display from the following locations:The Buttermilk Channel south of the northern tip of Governor's Island, Newton Creek, east of the Pulaski Bascule Bridge and East River, north of the southernmost tip of Roosevelt Island. Call our marine hotline at (212)494-5243 for boater viewing and Coast Guard Safety Zone information.

Our fireworks cruise will usually get under way one hour before the scheduled launch of the announced Macy's Fireworks off the East River. Last year it was 8pm.

We may motor off to the southern end of Governor's Island for a view up the East River and towards the Statue of Liberty. We haven't received restrictions from the Coast Guard for the harbor. 

We ask all of our guest to arrive in the Marina by at least 4pm by public transportation or before 11am by auto. The park authorities will close the park due to overcrowding and traffic.

We will inform all of our guest of exact times we they become  available. 

What to Bring

Sailboat Charter Only

 Our guest are allowed to bring whatever prepared food or drink they would like. Any alcohol can only be consumed responsibly by individuals 21 years of age or older. No recreational drugs. We suggest you also bring a camera and a light jacket just incase it becomes a little cool in the evening. (I know it's July but it's better than being cold). Please also visit our "What to Bring" page for more info.

First you must call or email.
In addition, you must fill in the Fireworks Reservation Form and mail it with the required deposit. Make sure it is for the Fireworks. We accept only cash, checks or money orders. The balance will be due by June 10th for out of state residents paying by check. No cancellations will be allowed after that date. 

If the Macy's Fireworks are cancelled due to weather or we are unable to get on the water due to the weather or harbor restrictions you will receive a full refund of both your deposit and  charter. (The "Captain's Platter" is not refundable but you will be allowed to take it with you).

Private SailBoat Rates

Fireworks Fill the Boat"    $1100.00 - two boats left!

You and five of your guests will have the whole boat.

Drivers only: Our guests that are driving in must be at our gate at 11:00 am. 

All guests plan on making the day of the 4th of July festivities.

Food, fun and sailing. We will sail in the afternoon. Come back to the dock. Eat. Relax Then later, back on the boat for the fireworks.

If we do sell out (which we fully expect to) and you would like to be put on "Standby" please follow the same instructions and terms. 

We will inform you of a cancellation. If as a "standby" you are unable to attend or we cannot fit you in you will receive a full refund without penalty. 

Good luck!

Hope to see all of you onboard! 

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Fireworks Reservation Form

Don't forget to email first for availability

Standby seats are still available!