Best Spots in the Poconos to See Fourth of July Fireworks

Shawnee Fireworks Display

Shawnee Mountain
Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Time: Gates 5:30 p.m.; fireworks begin at sundown
Cost: $20/car (cash only; all entrance fees are a donation to the Shawnee Vol. Fire Co. #36)

Find Independence Day fireworks near East Stroudsburg, PA going off from the summit of Shawnee Mountain! There will be a DJ and vendors including food and dessert trucks to check out before the show starts. Spread a blanket or set up a lawn chair in the mountain base area and watch the skies light up. Rain date will be June 28.

America 250 Celebration at Country Junction

Country Junction - World's Largest General Store
Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Time: Drone show begins at dusk
Cost: $5 admission fee, 2 & under FREE, Military FREE with ID

Country Junction - World's Largest General Store in Lehighton is offering a Fourth of July all-day celebration with carnival rides, pig roast, and basket raffles culminating in a nighttime spectacular that's a little different: not fireworks but a drone show will light up the sky with patriotic colors!

Lansford 150 Anniversary Musical Celebration

Panther Valley Stadium
Date: Sunday, June 28, 2026
Time: Fireworks begin at 8:55 p.m.
Cost: Free!

Join the small town of Lansford to celebrate their 150th anniversary and the 250th anniversary of America! Enjoy a day of musical performances and vendors culminating in a fireworks finale designed by Pyro Joe!

West End Fair - Celebration Fest America 250

West End Fairgrounds
Date: Thursday, July 2, 2026
Time: Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m.
Cost: $10/car for the fest; fireworks are free

Celebration Fest at the West End Fairgrounds will honor 250 years of America Thursday through Saturday, with fireworks taking place on Thursday evening only. You can also enjoy rides, military reenactors, a drum and fife parade on Thursday, and skydivers on Saturday.

Skytop Lodge Fourth of July Celebration

Skytop Lodge
Date: Friday, July 3, 2026
Time: Fireworks begin at dusk
Cost: $10/car for non-resort guests until 8:45 p.m.

Don't miss the Fourth of July festivities at Skytop Lodge! This event is open to the public with limited parking until 8:45 p.m. Live entertainment begins at 5 p.m. with concession stands offering food and treats as well as a cash bar. Want to grab one of the best seats on property, complete with special dinner and perks? Resort guests can book the exclusive VIP Dinner with a View in advance. While Skytop Lodge will have Independence Day festivities happening Thursday through Sunday, the fireworks will only take place on Friday night.

Honesdale America250PA Celebration and Fireworks

Honesdale Central Park
Date: Friday, July 3, 2026
Time: Fireworks begin at dusk, approximately 9:30 p.m.
Cost: Free; donations accepted

Get ready for a fun-filled day and fantastic fireworks in Honesdale. Enjoy entertainment, vendors and activities in Central Park to mark America 250 during the day then look to the skies over Irving Cliff where the fireworks will start at dusk. Rain date will be Saturday, July 11. Get a taste of how Honesdale celebrates Independence Day: watch the video below!

Camelbeach Independence Day Fireworks

Camelbeach Outdoor Waterpark
Date: Friday, July 3, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Cost: Free

Spend a star-spangled Fourth of July at Pennsylvania's largest outdoor waterpark and watch fireworks near Tannersville, PA. Public entry to the fireworks at Camelbeach Outdoor Waterpark begins at 7:30, but why not buy a ticket and spend all day at the waterpark? Camelbeach will be offering live music, food and fun with a Rubber Ducky Derby to support the American Cancer Society.

Kalahari Fourth of July Fireworks

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
Date: Friday, July 4, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cost: Must be a resort guest or purchase waterpark day passes

Open only to Kalahari Resort guests and waterpark day passes, the Kalahari KABOOM! event starts early with activities in the outdoor waterpark that the kids will love. Take part in hula hooping and facepainting and get ready for the fireworks show at dusk.

Fireworks over Lake Wallenpaupack

Lake Wallenpaupack
Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
Time: Fireworks begin at dusk
Cost: Free!

Watch the explosions of color burst overhead as their reflections sparkle in the water below: fireworks over Lake Wallenpaupack are a Fourth of July classic. For a perfect accompaniment to the show, tune into the patriotic music broadcast by Bold Gold Media’s Classic Hits 105.3. Parking and seating is available at the Wallenpaupack High School. Rain date is scheduled for Sunday, July 5. Can't wait for the Fourth? Watch the video below for a preview of the fun to come.

July 4th Celebration

Silver Birches Resort
Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
Time: 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Cost: Free

Silver Birches Resort is another great spot to catch the Lake Wallenpaupack fireworks, and they'll be hosting a celebration all afternoon and into the evening, complete with tiki boats, vendors, and live music!

Lehighton's 250th Celebration 4th of July Fireworks

Lehighton, PA
Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
Time: 9:30 p.m.
Cost: Free!

Don't miss the award-winning Fourth of July fireworks spectacular in the skies over the small town of Lehighton, PA in Carbon County. The show can be seen from all over town. Find some of the best picnic spots for fireworks in the Lower Park or the D&L Leighton Trailhead. Note that traffic patterns in town may be different during the fireworks.

Where to Buy Fireworks in the Poconos

Looking to purchase fireworks? There are many local retailers including Fireworks Outlets in Tannersville and Marshalls Creek plus North of the Border Fireworks in Hawley. Be sure to use caution and make sure you're following any regulations in your area.

Family Activities Near Fireworks

Take your family to a patriotic parade on Independence Day! Our small towns will be hosting celebrations like the Hawley America 250 4th of July Parade and Picnic in Hawley, the Monroe County Independence Day Parade in Stroudsburg, and the Pike County Semiquincentennial Parade in Milford.

Explore more family-friendly activities or plan a historic walking tour through our communities to visit some spots along the Pocono History & Art Trail. Don't forget to take a look at our summer events guide to find even more great festivals!

Why celebrate for only one night when you could spend the whole weekend discovering our corner of America's stunning natural beauty? Book an overnight stay and take advantage of special offers to experience more Independence Day fun. Discover other events and things to do in our area during your visit.

Please note, as of the posting of this blog, the EastBurg Big Bang fireworks, the Lake Ariel fireworks, and the Matamoras fireworks are not scheduled to take place in 2026.

Happy Fourth of July and America 250 from the Pocono Mountains!