South Street Seaport Museum to Host Fourth of July Fireworks Viewing Party

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Guests will watch MACY'S 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS from Pier 16 aboard the historic tall ship WAVERTREE.

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South Street Seaport Museum has announced Red, White & Views: Fourth of July Fireworks on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at 6:30pm at Pier 16, Wavertree. Early bird tickets start at $100 and can be purchased at https://southstreetseaportmuseum.org/fourth-of-july-fireworks/ .

Mark America's 250th anniversary with an unforgettable Fourth of July on the waterfront at South Street Seaport Museum! Reserve your ticket now for a spectacular East River vantage point and front-row views of the 50th edition of Macy's 4th of July Fireworks , launching from the Brooklyn Bridge and four barges positioned directly in front of the Museum, from the bridge to Pier 6.

With Sail4th 250 bringing tall ships from around the globe and increased maritime excitement to New York Harbor, this Fourth of July the Seaport Museum is offering a rare opportunity to celebrate aboard New York's resident tall ship, the historic 1885 Wavertree . This opportunity offers a smaller, more exclusive gathering on the quarterdeck with exceptional views of the fireworks in an unforgettable setting.

These premium tickets include an open bar and light bites, plus the chance to spend the evening surrounded by the historic charm of one of the City's most treasured maritime landmarks.

To keep this event intimate, tickets are extremely limited-reserve yours now at this special early-bird price before they sell out. Book Wavertree zone here.

Bring your friends, family, and festive spirit to Pier 16 for an all-ages Independence Day celebration with spectacular waterfront views of the fireworks lighting up the New York City skyline. This year brings three viewing areas to choose from-Red, White, or Blue-each offering an incredible experience on the East River.

Food and drinks will be available for purchase throughout the pier from Cobble Fish , with backyard-style favorites and refreshing beverages. Come hungry-there's something for everyone!

Celebrate the Fourth of July in unforgettable style with a private rental aboard the 1885 schooner Pioneer !Together with up to 35 of your friends and family, the deck of this historic ship will become your exclusive front-row seat to New York City's legendary fireworks display. With the skyline as your backdrop and fireworks lighting up the night, this experience promises an evening of magic. Don't miss this opportunity-inquire now to reserve your exclusive Independence Day charter! Click here to email for more information.

The South Street Seaport Museum, located in the heart of the historic seaport district in New York City, preserves and interprets the history of New York as a great port city. Founded in 1967, the Museum houses an extensive collection of works of art and artifacts, a maritime reference library, exhibition galleries and education spaces, working 19th century print shops, and an active fleet of historic vessels that all work to tell the story of "Where New York Begins." seaportmuseum.org

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_Originally reported by [BroadwayWorld](https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/RED-WHITE-VIEWS-Fourth-of-July-Fireworks-to-Light-Up-South-Street-Seaport-Museum-20260521)._