July 4th
An Independence Day Celebration on the Historic Downtown New Orleans Riverfront!

July 4th Fireworks 
New Orleans Downtown Riverfront
9 pm - July 4, 2026

How to view the fireworks!

2026 Press Release

2026 Media Advisory

A Community Project
produced by the
Riverfront Marketing Group
in partnership with the
New Orleans Tourism and Cultural Fund

Click link at 9 pm on the dot on July 4th to hear the passionately patriotic music used to choreograph this year's fireworks display!

Click HERE to download

Go 4th on the River

The Port of New Orleans will bring out the General Roy S. Kelley fireboat again this year with its famed water show with plumes of red, white, and blue fountains from 6:30 - 7 pm.

Built in 1994, the General Kelley was used by the Port of New Orleans to fight fires, give tours, and conduct search-and-rescue missions on the Mississippi River.   The General Kelley is 95 feet long and 16 feet wide with a 7 foot draft.  It seats 24 and typically has a crew of three.

How to view the fireworks!

Free Fireworks Show: the FREE Fireworks Show can be seen on the East Bank of the Mississippi River along the Downtown Riverfront or on the West Bank of the river facing the Downtown skyline.

You can also purchase tickets to the following Fireworks Experiences:
  • Steamboat Natchez Paddlewheeler Creole Queen

    On the River: Enjoy a Fireworks Dinner Cruise on the Steamboat Natchez or the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen.

  • Hilton Hotel

    Cool View: See the fireworks from the Pool Party taking place at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside.

  • Parking

    Parking: There are parking lots along the Riverfront, and at JAX Brewery, the RIVERWALK, and French Market's riverside lot. You can also park in the Hilton Garage and the Garage at Canal Place.

How to view the fireworks map