Saturday July 4, 2026

SPARKLE AND SHINE, BRINGING LOCAL TO LIGHT!

A community celebration for the 4th OF JULY on the 250th Anniversary of our country.

We’re planning a GRAND FIREWORKS show, entertainment, food, and fun for the whole family at the Ulster County Fairgrounds in New Paltz. It’s going to be a great event for a good cause. Don’t miss it!

$5 Admission | Kids under 10 FREE

Gates open at 5pm. Fireworks at dusk. Stay for music after the fireworks!

Fireworks produced by the world-renowned Santore family, whose fireworks have headlined premier events across the country for more than 125 years.

We kickoff with the Rolling Thunder Harley Davidson Ride for Local at Heart. 

Lots of Music Featuring Many Local Musicians, Interactive Kids Center (with Sensory Safe Zone), Arts and Craft Center, Muscle Car Show, Face Painting, Puppet Show, Food Trucks, Karate Demo, Skydivers, and Many Local Business Booths.

Something for everyone!

This Fireworks Event is a Fundraiser. Local at Heart helps support community Food Pantries.

Sponsorship Application – click here to apply and learn more.

Vendor Application – click here to apply and learn more.

Learn more about our T-Shirt Design Contest and submissions.

Contact us if you you want to volunteer or help with the event.

SPONSORS

New Paltz Community Foundation

New Paltz Rotary

Divine Insurance