Fourth of July Information

The Lakewood Fourth of July Celebration begins with a parade at 10:00 AM on Thursday, July 4, 2024.  The parade will step off from Kenneth and Lake Avenues and continue east to Lakewood Park. Click here for information about marching in the parade.

State Representative Michael J. Skindell will serve as the grand marshal of the city’s annual Fourth of July parade. Click here for more information about Representative Skindell serving at the grand marshal.

At 7:00 p.m., the Lakewood Project, Lakewood High School’s Youth Rock Orchestra, will perform at the Bandstand at Lakewood Park.

Lakewood’s annual fireworks display is set to take place on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at approximately 9:45 PM.  The rain date is Friday, July 5, 2024.

The fireworks discharge area includes Kiwanis Club Pavilion and Kids’ Cove playground areas, meaning that they will be closed during the entire holiday.

To ensure the events are successful and safe, the city also has a few rules for residents to keep in mind.

The following rules will be in effect at Lakewood Park on Thursday, July 4, 2024:

• For safety purposes, there will be no parking permitted in the Lakewood Park Parking Lot after 5:00 PM.  All vehicles in the lot must be moved by 5:00 PM or could be subject to towing.  
• All generators, propane and gas fueled grills are prohibited.
• All tents, shelters, and beach umbrellas are prohibited.
• Police may conduct searches of bags and containers for reasons of public safety.
• No alcoholic beverages are permitted at any time throughout the year.
• No personal fireworks.  This includes novelty fireworks like sparklers and smoke bombs.
• No dogs or pets of any kind will be permitted in the park on July 4th.
• The skate park, tennis courts, and basketball courts are expected to close at 7 p.m., but may close earlier.

The City of Lakewood appreciates your cooperation in helping to make the Fourth of July festivities safe and successful.