By Farah Lopez, WhereTraveler
This year, Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, the nation’s
largest pyrotechnic display, comes to life over the East River with
barges stationed between East 23rd and 40th sts., putting a special
spotlight on Greenpoint and Williamsburg Brooklyn. Beginning at
approximately 9:25 pm, this year’s dazzling spectacle will mark Macy’s
largest display since the Millennial Celebration with more than 75,000
shells accompanied by a rousing patriotic score from the West Point Band
and Glee Club and featuring a special rendition of “God Bless America”
from superstar Kelly Clarkson in honor of the 100th anniversary of “God
Bless America” composer, Irving Berlin. From parks to historic ‘hoods to
rooftop lounges, there are tons of places in NYC to catch the
kaleidoscope of color. Also make sure to cash in on some great dining
specials happening around the city. Here are just a few.
Front Row Fireworks
Front Row Fireworks is
offering some New York’s best view of the 42nd annual Macy’s Fireworks
show at the East 34th St. Heliport from 6 pm-midnight. This day-to-night
blowout provides ticket holders with exclusive access to a private East
Riverfront locale where guests will be front and center for America’s
most famed fireworks show. This private event gives guests exclusive
access past the packed crowds and delivers an over-the-top July 4th
celebration complete with live music, various food vendors serving up
barbeque, burgers and everything in between with multiple fully stocked
bars and beer tents. Entertainment includes life-size versions of your
favorite games including giant Jenga, ping pong, chess and more courtesy
of Clinton Hall and Slate. General Admission starts at $35, reserved
seating starts at $75, and reserved tables start at $400 per four
people.
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Domino Park
Greenpoint’s newest addition, Domino Park,
has already become a summer Instagrammable destination for North
Brooklynites and visitors alike. This spot is gonna be one of the best
spots to catch the fireworks this year. Beyond skyline views, the
refurbished spot has a dog run, a bocce court, beach volleyball, and
naturally, ample tables and chairs for sucking down margaritas and
grilled pork tacos at Danny Meyer’s latest venture, an affordable taco
stand called Tacocina. Stake out a spot on the elevated walkway for
firework views.
The Crown
The Crown is one of
those rooftops with crisp, cream-colored sofas that never seem to stain.
The space is dope and minimalist, with floor to ceiling windows with
360-degree views of Manhattan and, more importantly, the official Macy’s
fireworks over the East River. General admission tickets get you a free cocktail and one hour of vodka open bar. Without a bad seat in the house, this spot is gonna be lit.
Schimanski Nightclub
If you're
more into partying it up instead of camping outside for the fireworks,
head to nightclub Schimanski in Williamsburg to jam with French DJ and
tropical house producer Klingande to America for an all-star musical set
kicking off at 10 pm. If you want the best of both worlds, step out
onto North 11th Street before the show and catch the fireworks over the
East River before dancing the night away.
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Haven Rooftop
The Sanctuary Hotel is hosting a 4th of July celebration on its rooftop lounge, Haven
in Midtown Manhattan where you can to chow down on classic pretzels,
hot dogs and hamburgers. Down these delicious all-American bites with
its freedom slushies and craft cocktails.
NYC Dining Deals and Events for July 4th
[post_ads]All day on July 4th, Virgil’s Real BBQ offers
a special star-spangled platter ($39.95) that features Memphis-style
pork spare ribs, sliced Texas beef brisket, flavor-packed Carolina
pulled pork and quartered barbeque chicken. The meaty platter comes with
a choice of two sides, with options including hickory smoked baked
beans, mashed potatoes and gravy, buttermilk biscuits, sautéed collard
greens and more. For cocktail lovers, Virgil’s offers a festive red,
white and blue “All-American” kicked-up lemonade ($12) with Skyy
strawberry vodka, frozen lemonade and Blue Curacao.
Feel like pre-gaming before the fireworks? Head to La Pecora Bianca (which
translates to the white sheep) and get sheep-faced with half off all
rosé on July 4th! Both locations in NoMad and Midtown East will be
offering this awesome deal. Pair your libations with its vibrant Italian
fare including its signature gramigna with sausage and broccolini and
tagliatelle with beef and pork bolognese all made with local, organic
grains often sourced from the Hudson Valley and surrounding farm areas.
The elegant Riverpark
from Top Chef honcho Tom Colicchio will capitalize on its prime East
River location this 4th, hosting an all-inclusive Independence Day
barbeque affording prime views of the evening's fireworks display. The
festivities will kick off at 6 pm when the bar opens and lawn games like
corn hole and bocce are set up. Then, graze barbeque stations loaded
with Texas-style smoked brisket, a spicy seafood boil and a whole
roasted pig. The night will conclude with passed desserts, including a
summery buttermilk pannacotta with strawberry and almond shortbread.
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Kick off the Fourth with bagels for your crew! Order one of Black Seed Bagels’ signature packages to
munch on while you watch the fireworks. If you fall in love with the
combo, you can order them and they'll meet you at home (available for
shipping nationwide). Try the classic smoked salmon and cream cheese
package, or get a little adventurous with beet lox and cream cheese. The
honey boiled and baked bagels are crowd pleasers.
The New Orleans-inspired salon Maison Premier devoted
to the twin pleasures of oysters and absinthe will open early on the
4th for its annual Independence Day party. Starting at noon, chef Lisa
Giffen will serve a BBQ-centric, a la carte menu featuring plenty of
seafood, all accompanied by the jazzy sounds of the Bedford Avenue
Society Band. It's first-come, first-served seating, so get there early
to snag a table in the lovely, shaded garden.
Wanna create your own picnic to enjoy during the fireworks? Poulet Sans Tête—the rotisserie chicken takeaway service from West Village charmer Left Bank is
your last minute holiday-weekend saving grace. Place an order for
pick-up via the website and have your order ready for pickup before you
head to the East River waterfront. What’s more? The first 20 orders
placed this Friday, June 29th before the long weekend, will include a
complimentary Poulet Sans Tête cosmetics pouch—perfect for your outdoor
touch-up needs.
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