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Nashua Independence Day: Where to Watch Fireworks & Find Festivities

Get ready to celebrate 2025 Independence Day in Greater Nashua!

By Karyn Martin and Kaiya Griffing-Dunn, Publisher, Macaroni KID Nashua June 24, 2025

Get ready to celebrate Independence Day in Greater Nashua! We’ve rounded up all the best events, fireworks displays, parades, and family-friendly activities happening in Greater Nashua on or around July 4, 2025. Whether you’re looking for the perfect spot to watch fireworks, enjoy live music, or participate in patriotic festivities in Greater Nashua, we’ve got you covered.

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Saturday, June 28, 2025:

Pelham (Pelham Municipal Center)
Join Pelham’s annual Independence Day Celebration with games, glow gear, music, and fireworks!
Time: Starting at 6 PM
Location: 6 Village Green, Pelham, NH 03076
Rain Date: Sunday, June 29

Tuesday, July 2, 2025:

Salem (Tuscan Village)
Celebrate early at Tuscan Village with music, great food, and fireworks at 9 PM.
Time: 9:00 PM
Location: 9 Via Toscana, Salem, NH

Wednesday, July 3, 2025:

Alton Bay
Fireworks launched from a barge on Alton Bay – arrive by lawn chair or boat!
Time: 9:20 PM
Location: 276 Halls Hill Rd, Alton, NH 03809

Laconia (Weirs Beach)
One of the oldest July 4th shows in NH, fireworks launched from the beach.
Time: 10:00 PM Location: Laconia, NH 03249
Note: Beach closed for safety – view from boardwalk or public docks.

Manchester (Delta Dental Stadium)
Fireworks after the Fisher Cats game!
Time: After the game
Location: 1 Line Dr, Manchester, NH

Manchester (Arms Park)

A full evening of food, music by DJ Adam Furious, and fireworks at 9 PM.

Time: 6:00 PM – Fireworks at 9:00 PM

Location: 10 Arms St, Manchester, NH 03101

Rain Date: Fireworks only on July 5

Road Closures: See city site for updates

Portsmouth (Leary Field)
Music, games, and fireworks at 9:15 PM.

Location: 276 Halls Hill Rd, Alton, NH 03809
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:45 PM
Rain Date: Saturday, July 5

Thursday, July 4, 2025:

Nashua (Holman Stadium)
A full day of fun!
11:00 AM: Silver Knights Game (first 500 adults and kids 12 & under FREE)
5:30 PM: Free concert by The Slakas
8:00 PM: Nashua Hall of Fame Inductions
8:30 PM: Spartans Drum & Bugle Corps
Dusk: Fireworks show!
Location: Amherst Street, Nashua, NH 03060
Cost: FREE

Merrimack (Merrimack High School)
Atlas PyroVision will light up the sky!
7:00 – 9:00 PM: DJ Darren Roy and food trucks
9:15 PM: Fireworks
Location: 38 McElwain St, Merrimack, NH
Rain Date: July 5 – check town website and Nixle alerts

Hampton (Hampton Beach)
Special fireworks shoot over the ocean!
Time: 9:30 PM
Location: On the beach between B and C Streets
Note: No rain date
Concord (Memorial Field)
Festivities begin at 6 PM with food trucks and music; fireworks at dusk (~9:15 PM).
Location: 70 S Fruit St, Concord, NH

Brookline (South Main St & Grove Beach)
9:30 AM: Parade line-up
10:00 AM: Parade & flyover
After: Cookout and Declaration of Independence reading
9:15 PM: Fireworks from Grove Beach
Contact: Vicki Pope (pope_vl@yahoo.com)

Friday, July 5, 2025:
Salem (Canobie Lake Park)
Weekly fireworks show set to music.
Time: 9:15 PM
Location: Near daVinci’s Dream ride
Bonus Show: Also had one July 3

Tips for Enjoying Independence Day in Greater Nashua

  • Arrive Early: Popular events can get crowded, so plan to arrive early to secure a good spot.
  • Bring Essentials: Pack sunscreen, water, and snacks to stay comfortable throughout the day.
  • Follow Local Guidelines: Be sure to follow any local health and safety guidelines to ensure a safe celebration for everyone.
  • Consider Ear Protection for Your Child: Fireworks can be loud and overwhelming for young children. Bring ear protection like noise-canceling headphones to ensure they enjoy the festivities without discomfort.

Celebrate Independence Day in Greater Nashua with family, friends, and community! We hope you have a fantastic time enjoying all the festivities and making wonderful memories. Happy Fourth of July!

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