4th of July Neighborhood Lock Down

DUMBO STREET CLOSURES

The 2025 Macy's 4th of July Fireworks show will launch from the Brooklyn Bridge and barges in the East River near the Seaport District and Brooklyn Bridge Park. The 25-minute display will begin around 9:25PM.

To watch in Brooklyn Bridge Park you MUST have a lottery ticket (lottery tickets will be available on July 1st). The Promenade will be closed starting at 2PM. If you live here, life will be a bit messy.

Street Closures and Access Restrictions in DUMBO

Be aware of the following closures and restrictions, especially if you plan to be in the DUMBO area on Friday the 4th:

• The NYPD will "freeze" the DUMBO area and close Brooklyn Bridge Park beginning at 2PM.

  • Furman Street will be closed.

  • Access to most of DUMBO after 2PM will require either:

    • A viewing lottery ticket

    • Proof of residency (DUMBO residents should carry ID and proof of address - mail or lease agreement)

    • A reservation at a local business/event

  • If you are a DUMBO resident expecting guests, please meet them at designated check-in locations to escort them into the restricted zone after 2PM.

• NYC Ferry service to Brooklyn Bridge Park (Pier 6 and Pier 1) will stop running at 3PM.

• Expect York Street Station to be even more of a cluster-****