The Fourth of July is a time to celebrate the people, traditions, and communities that make America special. This year’s festivities are even more meaningful as the nation commemorates 250 years of America. Across Hunterdon and beyond, you’ll find festive parades, family-friendly events, live music, historic celebrations, festivals, and incredible fireworks displays. Whether you’re continuing a favorite tradition or looking for something new to experience, our 2026 Fourth of July Guide has everything you need to make the most of Independence Day weekend!
Events & Activities
The Great American Vineyard Cookout
Unionville Vineyards, 9 Rocktown Rd, Ringoes, NJ
July 4th, 12pm – 6pm
On July 4th from 12-6PM, Unionville Vineyards for a celebration of America’s 250th birthday. Brick Farm Tavern will be serving gourmet burgers and dogs. Hun-Val Ice Cream Truck is serving sweet treats as well! Live music we have Voices of Rock: Briz playing from 12-3PM, and James Popik’s Revolutionary Revival closing out from 3-6PM. Special appearances by George Washington and Thomas Jefferson at 3PM. Sparklers for children and lawn games. Free to attend and families welcome!
Group Therapy at Beneduce Vineyards
1 Jeremiah Ln, Alexandria, NJ
July 4th, 5pm – 9pm
There’s no better place to celebrate America’s 250th birthday than right here in the heart of Hunterdon County. Join Beneduce Vineyards for a special Fourth of July edition of Group Therapy featuring live music from The Acoustic Bruce Band, bringing the timeless songs of Bruce Springsteen (& more!) to the vineyard from 6–9pm. This celebration is open to guests of all ages, making it the perfect gathering for family and friends. Reservations include a reserved table beginning at 5pm, giving you plenty of time to settle in with a glass of wine, enjoy the summer evening, and take in the beauty of the vineyard.
Parades & Fireworks
Lebanon Borough 4th of July Parade
Main Street, Lebanon, NJ
July 4th, 10 am
Lebanon Borough was founded 100 years ago with a spirit of pride and community, a spirit that lives on today, built off the signing of the Declaration of Independence and birth of the United States of America 250 years ago. This year, in tribute to the patriots who helped found our country and our Borough, the 79th Annual Lebanon Borough 4th of July Parade will step off with a theme revolving around celebrating these milestone anniversaries. This free and fun event brings families and friends together for an iconic small-town celebration, alive with civic pride and patriotic displays, and followed by an afternoon of music, family-friendly games, and complimentary food and drink at Holjes-Shepard Memorial Park.
America 250 Festival
New Hope – Lambertville
July 3-5
New Hope and Lambertville come together July 3–5, 2026 for a three-day America 250 festival featuring Revolutionary-era theater, a synchronized fireworks and 200-drone sky show, live music, a Freedom Parade, dragon boat racing, and church bells ringing across both river towns. The fireworks take place on July 3rd at 9 pm, a 20 minute spectacular over the Delaware River. Fireworks launched from two boats anchored mid-river will pair with a 200-drone patriotic light show and a fully synchronized soundtrack of patriotic music.
Food & Drink
3rd of July BBQ at River’s Edge
11 Bridge St, Lambertville, NJ
July 3, 6-10 pm
July Wine Pairing Dinner in the Vines
80 Old York Rd, Ringoes, NJ
July 4, 7 pm
George Washington’s Soldiers & Their Horses
8 Federal Twist Vineyard, Stockton, NJ
July 3, 5-8 pm
Join Federal Twist on July 3rd for a special evening with George Washington’s soldiers! Bring the family to meet the troops, who will be arriving on horseback at 5:00 PM. They will be open all day, with the main event taking place from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. They’ll be serving wine, slushies, and a classic American BBQ featuring burgers and hot dogs. The regular menu will also be available for you to enjoy.
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