South Middlesex Times

MONDAY, JULY 4, 2022 AT 11 PM – 5 AM

On July 4, 1778, George Washington and the Continental Army celebrated Independence Day on the banks of the Raritan River with cannon fire, a musket salute, and a double allowance of rum for the troops. Learn more about that special day and enjoy a reenactment of the historic celebration at East Jersey Old Town Village. Enjoy historical interpreters, food, music and more!

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For even more holiday fun, check out some of these other local celebrations:

July 1 from 4 – 10 p.m.

The Woodbridge July 4th Fireworks at Alvin P. Williams Memorial Park

July 2 at 3 p.m.

Perth Amboy Festival and Fireworks Spectacular along Sadowski Parkway. Fireworks display begins at 9:20 p.m.

July 2 at 3 p.m.

Raritan Bay Waterfront Park Independence Day Celebration. Fireworks display begins at 9:20 p.m.

July 2 from 4 – 9 p.m.

The Sayreville Independence Day Celebration at Kennedy Park.

July 2 at 5 p.m.

Spotswood and Helmetta July 4th Celebration and Fireworks. Fireworks start at dusk.

July 3 at 6 p.m.

Highland Park Fireworks in Donaldson Park. Festivities start at 6 p.m. and fireworks display begins at 9:20 p.m.

July 4 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Reenactment of the Third Reading of the Declaration of Independence at Christ Church Episcopal in New Brunswick.

July 4 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

The Metlar-Bodine House is open for museum tours: "From Indian Trail to Interstate"

July 4 from 12 - 4 p.m.

Milltown 4th of July Parade & Fireworks at Washington Crossing Historic Park.

July 4 at 12:30 p.m.

Liberty Bell Ringing Ceremony, Fife & Drums, and Colonial Cannon at the Perth Amboy City Hall Circle.

July 4 at 5 p.m.

Piscataway’s Independence Day event and Fireworks Show at the Piscataway High School Stadium. The fun starts at 5 p.m. and the fireworks begin at 9 p.m.

July 4 from 5: 30 - 10 p.m.

Edison Township July 4 Fireworks at Papaianni Park.

July 4 at 6 p.m.

Fireworks Spectacular at the Community Arts Center, 721 Cranbury Road.

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