Seasonal & Holidays
Fourth of July In Jefferson: Celebrate America's 250th
From a brand partner: Plan your holiday weekend with local events, fireworks displays and community festivities.
July 4 falls on a Saturday in 2026, giving Jefferson residents an extra-long holiday weekend to celebrate. From hometown traditions and community festivals to fireworks displays and family-friendly fun, there are plenty of ways to mark Independence Day close to home.
This year's holiday also coincides with America's 250th birthday, making it an especially memorable time to get out and celebrate. Before heading out, be sure to confirm event details, parking information and weather plans with organizers.
Rock, Ribs, And Ridges Festival
When: Friday, June 26, 2026 – Sunday, June 28, 2026; event times vary by day
Where: Sussex County Fairgrounds | 37 Plains Rd, Augusta
Admission: Friday general admission ticket is $45.20, Saturday & Sunday general admission tickets are $70.55
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About 30 minutes from Augusta, Rock, Ribs & Ridges brings three days of live music, award-winning barbecue and family-friendly fun to the Sussex County Fairgrounds. Festivalgoers can enjoy performances from nationally recognized rock artists while sampling ribs, brisket and other barbecue specialties prepared by top pitmasters throughout the weekend. Advance tickets are available online, giving attendees the opportunity to secure admission and take advantage of current pricing before the festival begins.
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Lake Hopatcong Fireworks
When: Friday, June 26, 2026, 9 p.m.
Where: Lake Hopatcong Yacht Club | 75 North Betrand Road, Mt. Arlington
Admission: Free
Located in Mt. Arlington, the annual Lake Hopatcong Fireworks celebration transforms New Jersey's largest lake into a stunning backdrop for an evening of community pride and patriotic fun. Organized through the support of local municipalities, businesses, residents and first responders, the event concludes with a spectacular fireworks display reflecting across the water.
Denville Days
When: Friday, July 3, 2026 – Sunday, July 5, 2026; event times vary by day
Where: Gardner Field | 1 St Marys Pl, Denville
Admission: Free
Located about 25 minutes away in Denville, Denville Days is a three-day Fourth of July celebration packed with live entertainment, family-friendly activities and community traditions at Gardner Field. The event features food vendors, contests, a car show, artisan exhibits, a fire truck display and a fireworks show, offering something for visitors of all ages throughout the holiday weekend.
Red White & Boom
When: Friday, July 3, 2026, at 6:35 p.m. & Saturday, July 4, 2026, at 6:35 p.m.
Where: Skyland Stadium | 94 Championship Pl, Augusta
Admission: Game tickets start at $17
Located about 15 minutes away in Augusta, the Sussex County Miners' Sons of Liberty Weekend combines America's pastime with a patriotic celebration of the nation's 250th anniversary. The two-night event features baseball, tributes to military members and first responders, a special jersey auction benefiting local causes and what promises to be the largest fireworks display in team history. You can purchase tickets here.
Sparta Fourth Of July Parade
When: Saturday, July 4, 2026, at 10:30 a.m.
Where: Parade along East Shore Trail to Dykstra Park (4 Mohawk Ave, Sparta)
Admission: Free
Held in the heart of Sparta, the annual Fourth of July Parade celebrates America's 250th anniversary with a festive lineup of patriotic floats, live music and community spirit. Organized by Sparta Elks Lodge #2356, the parade is the only Independence Day procession in Sussex County and showcases local businesses, organizations and civic groups in a family-friendly celebration.
Independence Day Picnic
When: Saturday, July 4, 2026, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: Dey Mansion | 199 Totowa Rd, Wayne
Admission: Free
Located about 25 minutes away in Wayne, the Dey Mansion's July 4th Picnic offers a blend of American history and holiday entertainment in honor of the nation's 250th anniversary. Visitors can enjoy live music, lawn games, food vendors and family-friendly activities while celebrating on the grounds of one of New Jersey's most historic landmarks.
Have a safe and happy Fourth of July! Looking for even more ways to celebrate? Visit Patch's local events calendar for additional happenings in and around the Jefferson area.
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