Fourth of July fireworks at Jones Beach to return after cancellation in 2020

Fireworks photographed on July 4, 2011, on Long Island.(Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

(WANTAGH, N.Y.) Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Monday that Fourth of July fireworks were officially returning this summer at the Empire State Plaza and at Jones Beach State Park after their cancellation in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a press release.

"Last year many of our favorite annual events were canceled due to COVID, including the iconic Fourth of July fireworks displays at Jones Beach and Empire State Plaza," Cuomo said. "Thanks to the hard work and dedication of New Yorkers in beating back the virus, we are able to enjoy these summer traditions once again. I encourage all New Yorkers to gather with their loved ones this Independence Day for these spectacular shows that celebrate our freedom as a nation, as well as the perseverance we have shown as a state throughout this pandemic."

The Jones Beach fireworks will begin at 9:30 p.m., and the fireworks are included in the regular price for park admission.

State Parks Commissioner Erik Kulleseid said, "There's no better way for residents and visitors alike to kick-off America's birthday than by celebrating with fireworks at one of our more iconic state parks. Thanks to the grit and perseverance of New Yorkers over the past year, traditions such as these can again be enjoyed by New York families this year."

Renu Dalessandro, chief marketing officer for Jovia Financial Credit Union, the main sponsor of the fireworks, said, "This is a milestone moment for Long Island. Not only are we gathering to celebrate our independence, but with restrictions being lifted, it's also a celebration of gaining back some normalcy and freedom. The Jovia Financial Credit Union Fireworks Spectacular at Jones Beach is symbolic of our perseverance for all we went through during the height of the pandemic, and we are elated to celebrate our healthcare heroes and essential workers as the title sponsor of this explosive and patriotic event on Long Island at Jones Beach."

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