Independence Day in The Big Apple

Living or visiting The Big Apple during our Nation’s Independence Day can be one of the most exciting times of the year. There’s so much to do and so much to see! The Fein Girls decided it was our patriotic duty to inform you of the exciting events and happenings going on in The City this weekend.

Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks – According to gonyc.com, “Beginning at approximately 9:20 p.m., Macy's will have fireworks being released from six barges in the Hudson River. This year's theme is American Harmony taking spectators through the history of American music. The New York Pops Orchestra and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir will perform, and there will be unique versions of classic patriotic tunes performed by Straight No Chaser, Broadway Inspirational Voices, U.S. Army Soldier’s Chorus, and United We Sing. The music will be performed in sync with the fireworks and can be heard on 1010 WINS. If you're not in the area, NBC will broadcast the fireworks live beginning at 9 p.m. EST. 
Hudson River below 59th Street 
Fireworks will be launched from six barges in the Hudson River. 12th Avenue will be closed below 59th beginning at 4 p.m. for viewing. Pedestrians can access the 12th Avenue from 11th Avenue at 24th, 26th-30th, 34th, 40th-44th, 47th-52nd and 54th-57th streets. The West Side Highway will be closed to vehicular traffic from 22nd-59th Street starting at 4 p.m. You can also view the Macy's Fourth of July fireworks from anywhere you have an unobstructed view of the sky above the Hudson River” (www.gonyc.com).

Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest – At noon at the original Nathan’s on Coney Island, be prepared to be amazed as contestants compete to consume the most hot dogs. In order to ensure a good view for this NY tradition, be sure to arrive by at least 11 a.m.

Spirit of New Jersey July 4^th Dinner Cruise – Watch the fireworks while you eat dinner, enjoy live music and open bar on Spirit of New Jersey’s cruise from 6 – 11 p.m. (5 p.m. boarding) for $263.90 pp departing from Chelsea Piers. Visit www.spiritcruises.com for more information.

Circle Line July 4^th Cruise – Watch the Macy’s fireworks over the Hudson aboard a Circle Line cruise. There will be music performed by a DJ and food and drinks will be available. Tickets are $79 pp and sails from 7 – 11 p.m. (boards at 5:30 p.m.). For more information visit www.circleline24.com.

We hope you find this 4^th of July guide helpful and wish you a fun and safe Independence Day!

Activities information courtesy of http://gonyc.about.com/od/holidays/a/fourthofjuly.htm.