The United States of America will turn 248 years old today and people across the country are celebrating with fireworks, food, family, friends, and a whole lot of fun. Cord cutters can tune in to various fireworks shows across the nation with ease this year.
Fourth of July Celebrations in 2024
- Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks 2024 (NYC)
- A Capitol Fourth 2024 (Washington D.C)
- 2024 Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular (Boston)
- 2024 Big Bay Boom (San Diego)
Find out more about each celebration this July 4th, below.
When to Watch the Fourth of July Celebrations in 2024?
Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks 2024 (NYC)
- Time: 8:00 PM ET (Live) | 10:00 PM ET (Encore)
- Channel: NBC
- Stream: Peacock | DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, YouTube TV
Since 1976, New York City has been home to the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks spectacle, this year’s event is the first time the skies will glow from the Hudson River. Zuri Hall (Access Hollywood) and Mickey Guyton will host the event featuring celebrities and musical performances. Guyton will be joined by Lainey Wilson, Luis Fonsi, the War & Treaty, and other musical guests during the two-hour event.
A Capitol Fourth 2024 (Washington D.C)
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Channel: PBS
- Stream: DIRECTV STREAM, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, PBS app/website
Fireworks will explode and several celebrities will be in attendance celebrating in our nation’s capitol during A Capitol Fourth. The event will broadcast live from Washington D.C. as our nation celebrates its birthday. Alfonso Ribeiro serves as host with performances by Fantasia, Smokey Robinson, Sister Sledge featuring Sledgendary, Darren Criss and many more.
2024 Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular (Boston)
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Channel: Bloomberg
- Stream: DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, Bloomberg app/website
Fourth of July in Boston is one of the biggest parties in the country, thanks to the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular. The Independence celebration will mark 50 years tonight as the skies will light up over the Charles River and performances by Kelli O’Hara, The Mavericks, Darlene Love, and more.
2024 Big Bay Boom (San Diego)
- Time: 9:00 PM PT
- Channel: Fox 5 (San Diego), KTLA 5/CW (Los Angeles), Fox 40 (Sacramento), or Kron 4/CW (San Francisco)
- Stream: DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV
The largest fireworks show on the West Coast is in San Diego. The Big Bay Boom lights up the sky each year with nearly half a million people in attendance gazing into the night and celebrating the nation’s birthday. The event will feature musical guests.
How to Watch Fourth of July Celebrations Without Cable TV
This Independence Day, you can celebrate the holiday by watching fireworks celebrations throughout the country by subscribing to a live TV streaming service. DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV are all available on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, and many other compatible devices. Peacock offers a feed to your local NBC.
Using a tool like AntennaWeb will help you find out which local affiliates in your area offer fireworks celebrations on July 4.
Watch Fourth of July Fireworks & Celebrations on DIRECTV STREAM
The Entertainment package from DIRECTV STREAM includes numerous local channels in a lineup of over 90 channels, so viewers can watch Fourth of July celebrations and more for only $79.99 per month. There are no contracts, no hidden fees, and a subscription includes unlimited cloud DVR storage.
New subscribers can take advantage of a 5-day free trial before subscribing.
Watch the July Fourth Celebrations Live on Sling TV
Sling offers ABC, NBC, and Fox in select markets. Starting at $40 per month, subscribers can watch live fireworks shows, and over 40 channels with 50 hours of DVR storage to record the selections with a subscription to Sling Blue. With Sling Orange, you get over 30 channels, including Bloomberg and more for only $40 per month. Combine the best of both with Sling Orange & Blue for $55 per month.
New subscribers can get half off of their first month.
Watch the Independence Day Fireworks Live on Fubo
The Pro plan from Fubo offers over 180 live channels, so you have plenty of options to choose from this July 4th. With over 100 sporting events live and much more, Fubo starts at $79.99 per month. Relive your favorite moments during the holiday and rewatch your favorite shows with unlimited hours of Cloud DVR space.
New subscribers can watch the Fourth of July Fireworks online for free by trying Fubo.
Watch the Fourth of July Celebrations Live on Hulu + Live TV
Save from the commitment of long-term contracts and high fees from cable by streaming NBC, Fox, the CW, PBS, and Bloomberg in a lineup of over 95 channels on Hulu + Live TV for $76.99 per month. The service offers unlimited access to the Hulu library, Disney+, and live sports on ESPN+ for no additional charge. Record your favorite moments during the event and much more for up to 9 months with unlimited DVR storage.
New subscribers can try Hulu + Live TV for free for three days.
Watch July 4th Fireworks Live on YouTube TV
Stream over 100 channels, including July 4th celebrations on PBS, NBC, Fox, The CW, and more with YouTube TV for only $72.99 per month. The service includes unlimited DVR which will allow you to rewatch each selection and the ability to share 6 accounts per household.