Macy's 37th annual fireworks display will take place over the Hudson River. This year's display is said to be a treat for many people and will feature "artistic design and a soundtrack by Usher - a first ever, one-of-a-kind collaboration," CBS reports. The show is completely different than previous 4th of July shows because Macy's allowed Grammy-winning singer, Usher, to help in the design of the overall show titled "It All Begins With A Spark." Amy Kule, executive producer of Macy's 4th of July Fireworks, promises that it will be a "giant party in the sky captivating audiences along the Hudson River and on television screens across the country."
The show can be heard on 1010 WINS Radio and can be seen worldwide on CBSNewYork.com. It is scheduled to begin about 9:20p.m. and last about 20 minutes.
To help make this Independence Day a truly memorable experience, we picked the top seven spots to enjoy the spectacular show.
Empire State Building
350 5th Avenue
(212) 736-3100
esbny.com
View the Manhattan skyline and watch the fireworks from the 86th floor of the Empire State Building. Tickets are limited to about 300 for the night and include admission to the observatory as well as refreshments. Prices begin at $25 for the main deck viewing only and go as high as $67 for main and top deck express viewing, which means you get to skip waiting in line. Hours of operation include 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
The Press Lounge
653 11th Avenue
(212) 757- 2224
thepresslounge.com
Enjoy the fireworks from this chic and cozy rooftop bar at the top of the Ink48 Hotel. It offers a great view of the Manhattan skyline and the holiday celebration includes an open bar with their signature cocktails and a buffet from the hotel's restaurant, Print.
West Side Highway
If you are looking for a free way to view the spectacular fireworks show and are willing to stand, the northbound lanes of the West Side Highway will be closed from 22nd street to 55th street. The highway is a great place to view the fireworks but people should probably arrive early to find a good place to stand. According to CBS, the highway will be closed from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
SOAKED
150 Lafayette Street
(212) 389- 1000
soakedsoho.com
This rooftop bar is another spot, located in Soho, to catch the fireworks. They will be throwing a "Red, White, and Juice" party from 6 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. and will have a beer and wine open bar during the first four hours.
Sky Terrace
356 West 58th Street
(212) 554- 6000
hudsonhotel.com
Sky Terrace has a magnificent view of the Hudson River. Tickets will include a one-hour bar sponsored by Moet Hennessy and will also have a live DJ from 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Sky Room
330 West 40th Street
(212) 380- 1195
skyroomnyc.com
Celebrate the holiday from the highest rooftop lounge in the city with a 360 degree view of the skyline. The lounge is offering a five-hour premium open bar and a light picnic-style buffet. Doors open at 6 p.m. but tickets to the lounge are only being sold until July 4 at 2 p.m.
NYC Water Taxi
Pier 17, South Street Seaport
nywatertaxi.com
Get an up-close and personal view of the Macy's display right from the water in a Water Taxi. Tickets are $165 a person and include hors d'oeuvres, assorted wraps and sandwiches, salads, snacks and a cash bar. It departs from the South Street Seaport and will stop in New York Harbor as the fireworks show begins. The taxis board at 6:40 p.m. and sails from 6:55 p.m. to 11:05 p.m.
