Celebrate Independence Day by streaming Macy's massive fireworks display — hosted by Mickey Guyton and Zuri Hall — live.
In addition to barbecues with the family and pool parties with friends, the Fourth of July is best spent watching a gorgeous fireworks display.
Watching your hometown fireworks is always a solid choice, but if rain, unseasonably warm temperatures or other factors keep you indoors, we suggest checking out one of the nation's biggest displays: Macy's 4th of July Fireworks. Like the iconic Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, the Independence Day celebration will be broadcast on NBC and stream live on Peacock.
Watch Macy's 4th of July Fireworks on Peacock
To catch Macy's Fourth of July event use Peacock, which has plans starting at just $6 per month.
This is Macy's 48th year to host a 4th of July fireworks show. The 2024 design includes over 60,000 shells, more than 30 colors and will reach heights of 1,000 feet above the Hudson River's edge. According to Macy's, the experience will include, "unforgettable stars, larger-than-life pyrotechnics, and a salute to the American spirit." One such star is country singer Mickey Guyton, who will co-host the patriotic party with Access Hollywood's Zuri Hill.
If you can't be there in person to see it all go down, watching the spectacular live is the next best thing. Below, keep reading to learn everything you need to know about watching Macy's 4th of July Fireworks on Independence Day 2024.
When are Macy's 4th of July Fireworks?
The Macy's 4th of July Fireworks show will begin airing on NBC and streaming live on Peacock on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. ET. An encore performance will also air on NBC at 10:00 p.m. ET.
How to watch Macy's 4th of July Fireworks display
While the show airs live on NBC, the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks will also stream live on NBC's streaming platform, Peacock, starting at 8:00 p.m. ET on July 4.
Watch the Fireworks on Peacock
Along with access to Macy's fireworks show, Peacock subscribers will also get access to the entire 2024 Summer Olympics, along with NBC, Bravo and Hallmark libraries.
Who is hosting the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks?
Country music artist Mickey Guyton and Access Hollywood’s Zuri Hall will host the Macy's Independence Day event.
Who is performing in the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks?
There are several artists set to perform before and during the fireworks display. Not only will viewers see some of their favorite musicians, they'll perform on the stage that overlooks New York City's skyline.
Those taking the stage before the fireworks begin include Bell Biv DeVoe, Shaboozey, Lainey Wilson, Luis Fonsi, Tanner Adell and The War and Treaty.
Those performing during the fireworks spectacular include Alex Newell, Amber Mark, Brandy Clark and Mickey Guyton. The score for the fireworks show is produced by GRAMMY and Emmy-winner Jason Howland. Audiences will hear reimagined American songs across the decades and genres with current chart-toppers woven in.
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