There's something so spectacular about watching fireworks in Pittsburgh on the Fourth of July.
That small colorful flame, jet-rocketing into the sky; only to explode into hundreds of smaller flames. The smell of sulfur and food on the grill... add some patriotic music in the background, and you'll probably catch a tear from this mama.
Growing up in the South Hills of Pittsburgh in Bethel Park, on the Fourth of July, my friends and I always loved to watch fireworks from the South Hills Village parking lot. When we got a little older, we'd take the trolley downtown to the city of Pittsburgh and catch them at Point State Park. One of my favorite things about where I live now, is that we manage to see fireworks on all holidays in a total 360 degree view from our house. That was a HUGE advantage when the kids were really little, and I didn't want to keep them out that late. I could pull them out of bed and snuggle them right on the back porch for a quick show before tucking them back in for the night. Now that they are getting older, they want to experience the whole shebang, so this mama has to stay in the know. Since it takes a village, we have rounded up some of the best spots in and around the South Hills of Pittsburgh to watch fireworks this Fourth of July to keep YOU in the know too. Click on any of the links below for more details about fireworks happening near you.
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4th of July Fireworks in the South Hills of Pittsburgh
Bethel Park
Summer Spectacular
When: June 28th, 2025 9:40pm-10pm
Where: Suggested viewing areas include Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
(1524 Hamilton Rd.), St. Germaine Church
(7003 Baptist Rd.),
Hamilton Presbyterian Church
(4500 Hamilton Rd.),
Cool Springs
(1530 Hamilton Rd.), and Lowe’s
(5775 Baptist Rd.). Parking lots will open at 7 p.m.
More Info: https://bethelpark.net/
Brentwood
4th of July Parade & Fireworks
When: July 4th, 2025
Where: Brentwood Park/Brownsville Road
Details: Fourth of July Parade, 5-k race, Fireworks, and other fun activities. The 5K race begins at Brentwood Towne Square on Brownsville Road. Parade Route: Assembles at Brownsville & Sankey Avenue proceeds along Brownsville Road to Brentwood Towne Square at Dewalt Avenue. Parade begins at 10am and fireworks at 9:30pm.
More Info HERE
Canonsburg
Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks
When: July 4th Parade starts at 10am, 9:45pm Fireworks
Where: Canonsburg
Details: The parade will start at 10am at the Pizza Hut/Walgreens area and then proceed down Pike Street. Town Park activities-Free swimming, Rock Climbing, moon bounce, begin at Noon. Fireworks will be shot 9:30pm. The CM Stadium will open at 8pm for spectators. Chairs for viewing the parade cannot be placed until 10am, Tuesday, July 2nd per borough ordinance.
More Info: canonsburgjuly4th.org
Carnegie
Scott Township Fireworks Display
When: July 4th at 9:31pm
Where: Scott Park | Carnegie, PA
Details: The Scott Township fireworks display will begin at approximately 9:31pm depending on lighting and weather. Come enjoy the show!
More Info: scott-twp.com
Castle Shannon
Caste Village Fireworks
When: June 30th 5-9pm
Where: Caste Village | Grove Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Details: Caste Village Fireworks are going to be a blast. Bring your friends and family and listen to music, eat food, have fun and watch the show.
More Info Here
Dormont
Dormont Day & Fireworks
When: July 4
Where: Dormont Park/Pool Parking Lot
Details: Please join Dormont for fireworks and Dormont Day celebration in the Dormont Pool parking lot on July 4th. The event will begin at 7pm and will include grab bags, live music and food!
More Info: boro.dormont.pa.us
Downtown Pittsburgh 2025 Independence Day Celebration
When: July 4 from 4-10pm. Fireworks at 9:35 PM
Where: Join us on the North Shore Riverwalk or the Grandview Band Stand for this year's main events, Downtown Pittsburgh
Details: The City of Pittsburgh Independence Day Celebration will feature free family activities, music, food and entertainment on the North Shore Great Lawn and Grandview Park Band Stand!
Kicking off at 4:00 pm, activities will include non-stop musical entertainment across two stages on the PNC Great Lawn. Check out the Peoples Natural Gas Food Truck Corral for local cuisines from around the area while gazing up at our 80 foot tall hot-air balloon! Also be sure to visit our Family Fun Zone, and catch some local performers on the Sargent Electric Solar Stage. Looking for more? Be sure to check out the Grandview Park Band Stand for live music, kid's activities, local refreshments, and a premier view of the fireworks display!
The day’s main attraction, the spectacular Independence Day Fireworks, will begin at 9:35pm. Tune in to 100.1 FM KDKA for a live broadcast of a fireworks soundtrack from TJ the DJ paying tribute to Independence Day. Viewers can watch the celebration from home live on WPXI-TV.
More Info: pittsburghpa.gov
Fireworks at Finleyville Carnival Week
When: Annual carnival dates are 7/21/25 -7/26/25
Where: Finleyville Carnival, Route 88 across from the former Ringold Middle School
Details:
More Info: finleyvillevfd.org
Kennywood Park
Celebrate America & Fireworks
When: July 4 & 5, Fireworks at 9:30
Where: Kennywood Amusement Park
Details: Kennywood’s Independence Day activities burst with fireworks, patriotic entertainment, and the always-popular Wiener 100 dachshund races.
More Info: kennywood.com
Mt. Lebanon
Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks
When: July 4th, 12pm - 10pm
Where: Mt. Lebanon Main Park
Details: Join us in the park for children’s activities, a petting zoo, food & drink vendors, and fun! The Delaney’s play from 7:30pm – 9:30pm, followed by our fireworks display!
More Info: mtlebanon.org
Pittsburgh Pirates Fireworks Night
When:
Where: Either head to PNC Park to watch from the game or watch them from anywhere with a great view of downtown Pittsburgh, like Mount Washington!
Details: Join the Pirates at PNC Park as they light up the sky and the downtown Pittsburgh skyline after the game with spectacular Zambelli Fireworks shows.
More Info: www.mlb.com/pirates
Pleasant Hills
Community Day and Fireworks
When:
Where: Mowry Park
Details:
More Info: pleasanthillspa.com
🇺🇸 Independence Day Celebration at MeadowcroftJuly 4, 2025
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🇺🇸 Fourth of July Dinner Cruise & TourJuly 4, 2025
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