The Fourth of July 2025 lineup for New Jersey includes plenty of fireworks, parades, concerts and events spread across two weekends. Check out the full listing.

Displays of patriotism were evident at parades and hot dog eating contests, even at a time of deep political divisions among Americans.

Massive fireworks lit up the skyline of multiple American cities, marking festivities across the country. Despite widespread education efforts, thousands of Americans are badly injured by fireworks each year.

July 4, also known as Independence Day, marks the day the Declaration of Independence was adopted and the 13 North American colonies officially separated from Great Britain. As the Fourth of July draws nearer, here's a brief rundown of what happened that day in 1776, approximately 249 years ago.

Competitive eater Joey “Jaws” Chestnut reclaimed his title Friday at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest, and defending champion in the women’s division, Miki Sudo of Tampa, Florida,

The champion returns to take over Independence Day as Joey Chestnut will compete in this year's Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest.

Joey Chestnut, 16-time champion of the Nathan’s annual Fourth of July event, returned after being banned last year because of an endorsement deal.