Mayor Steven M. Fulop joins City Council members, the Office of Cultural
Affairs, and the Exchange Place Alliance to announce the Fourth of July celebration in Jersey City will
feature a free concert headlined by Grammy winner Wyclef Jean at 8 p.m., preceded by a free
performance from Fat Joe at 7 p.m. Funk Flex will return to DJ the July 4th event again this year, taking
the stage at 6 p.m. The night will conclude with the legendary Fireworks by Grucci set to light up the
sky over the Hudson River beginning at 9:25 p.m.

Mayor Fulop has grown Jersey City’s annual event into one of the most anticipated July 4th celebrations in the region. “Fat Joe, Funk Flex, and Wyclef Jean are music legends in their own right,
and their performances will further elevate our Fourth of July festivities for an unforgettable day of family fun, music, and community spirit as we celebrate our nation’s independence.”

The day-long celebration starts at 12 p.m. with food vendors, family activities, and much more hosted by Jersey City Night Market along the Hudson River waterfront. Local talent from Jersey City will take the concert stage ahead of the main performances to excite the crowds of 100,00 residents
and visitors from all over the tri-state area.
Following Wyclef Jean’s headlining performance, Jersey City’s fireworks will launch from two barges located in the middle of the Hudson River with a large viewing area along the waterfront. Spectators can watch the fireworks show along the Hudson River Walkway, from Grundy Pier to the Colgate Clock.