Fourth of July celebrations are set to be broadcast across major networks, offering viewers multiple ways to stream fireworks displays and accompanying musical performances. NBC, CBS, ABC, and CNN are all scheduled to air network specials on the holiday.
Macy’s annual fireworks event, hosted by Terry Crews, will be broadcast on NBC, Peacock, and Telemundo from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM ET. The special will feature performances by artists such as Noah Kahan, Post Malone, Salt-N-Pepa, Bebe Rexha, Shaboozey, and Blake Shelton. Live viewing on NBC is possible with a valid cable login, and streaming is available via Peacock.
CNN’s broadcast, The Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular, will be hosted by Jane Lynch and feature performances by Lainey Wilson, Chance The Rapper, Trombone Shorty, and Megan Hilty. The program is set to air on CNN, CNN.com, and CNN All Access from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM ET.
CBS will present The Great American Block Party, hosted by Tony Dokoupil and Nischelle Turner. This three-hour special, which begins at 8:00 PM ET on CBS and Paramount+ Premium, is advertised as featuring the "largest fireworks display ever“ and will include performances by the Zac Brown Band, Jon Batiste, Goo Goo Dolls, and The War and Treaty. The event will also be streamed live on YouTube.
ABC’s offering, Disney Celebrates America: Nashville’s Star-Spangled Bash, will be hosted by Ryan Seacrest. The broadcast, scheduled from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM ET, includes performances from a wide range of artists, including The All-American Rejects, Boyz II Men, Brothers Osborne, Clint Black, Lauren Daigle, Little Big Town, NE-YO, Nick Jonas, Reba McEntire, and Tim McGraw. Viewers can stream this special on ABC, ESPN+, Freeform, FX, Hulu, ABC News Live, and Disney+.
Notably, PBS’ annual “A Capitol Fourth” special aired on July 3, but remains available on YouTube and video-on-demand until July 17.
For those without cable, live TV streaming services offer access to these broadcasts. Options include DIRECTV, fuboTV, Sling TV, YouTube TV, and Hulu + Live TV. DIRECTV provides several subscription tiers starting at $19.99 per month, and fuboTV, YouTube TV, and Hulu + Live TV offer free trials for eligible subscribers.