Nothing says Fourth of July like the Macy’s Fireworks Spectacular, but for those of you who will watch on TV here are some things you can do right here in The Bronx to celebrate Independence Day .
Cranio-Sacral Relaxation July 4, 10am – 11am
Paper Making July 4, 1pm- 2:30pm
Poe Park Visitor Center
2640 Grand Concourse
For more info visit: nycparks.org
Looking for some fun in the sun and in the water, here are some pools in The Bronx, information from NYC Parks.
Outdoor Pools – Hours 11am – 7pm
For more information on what to bring and wear visit NYC Parks Outdoor Pools
Bronx River Play Ground Pool
E. 174th Street & Bronx River Avenue
Claremont Pool
170th Street and Clay Avenue
Crotona Pool
173rd Street and Fulton Avenue
Edenwald Houses Pool
Schieffelin Avenue & E. 229th Street
Floating Pool
Tiffany Street & Viele Avenue
Haffen Pool
Ely and Burke Avenues
Mapes Pool
E. 180th Street between Mapes & Prospect Avenues
Mullaly Pool
E. 164th St. bet. Jerome & River Aves.
Van Cortlandt Pool
W. 242nd St. and Broadway
Indoor Pools
St. Mary’s Pool
St. Mary’s Recreation Center
St. Ann’s Avenue and E. 145th Street
Public Beaches
Orchard Beach and Promenade
On Long Island Sound in Pelham Bay Park, Bronx
(718) 885-2275
Bronx Public Parks
Living in a borough where approximate a quarter of its area is given to open space pays off if you’re looking to have a 4th of July BBQ. Here are some Barbecuing Areas designated by NYC Parks:
Crotona Park
Crotona Park East & Charlotte Street (Indian Lake)
Ferry Point Park
North end of park
Ferry Point Park
South end of park
Mill Pond Park
Exterior Street & 149th Street (Across from Gateway Mall)
Pelham Bay Park
Orchard Beach Park North Lawn
Pelham Bay Park
Orchard Beach Park South Lawn
Pelham Bay Park
Arnow Place & Bruckner Boulevard
West Farms Rapids
180th Street fence line
West Farms Rapids
Along Boston Road entrance side
St. Mary’s Park
146th Street & St. Ann’s Avenue
Van Cortlandt Park
Allen Shandler Recreation Area: Jerome Avenue, South of 233rd Street
Van Cortlandt Park
In front of the pool, Broadway and 242 Street
For more details on these locations visit Barbecuing Areas: NYC Parks
Looking for some music and entertainment, here are some concerts taking place before and after July 4th.
SummerStage: Joe Bataan / Felix Hernandez’s Rhythm Revue
Tue, Jul 02, 2013, 6:00 pm
Soundview Park
Lafayette, Metcalf and Bronx River Avenues
SummerStage: George Lamond / DJ Lucho
Wed, Jul 03, 2013, 6:00 pm
Soundview Park
Lafayette, Metcalf and Bronx River Avenues, Bronx, NY 10473
Mark Anthony Reid for First Friday! Music + Bronx Seaside Trolley
Jul 05, 2013, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Bartow-Pell Mansion
Registration requested: call 718-885-1461 or email info@bpmm.org.
Cost $10 adults, $8 seniors & students, BPMM members free.
SummerStage: Mambo to Hip-Hop Part 3: The Graffiti Movement and the Media it Inspires
Sat, Jul 06, 2013, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
The Point
940 Garrison Avenue(at Barretto Street)
(718) 542-4139
Have a wonderful July 4th celebration!
Keep The Bronx Safe and Clean!