Still wondering how to get star spangled bannered this 4th? Below you’ll find a curated list of events going on this 4th of July. They range from parties and cookouts to music and film. The list isn’t meant to be comprehensive, but it does include a variety of options, many of which are free. Hang in there America. Happy 4th!

Competition: Nathan’s Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest
The competitive eating spectacular.
Coney Island, Surf and Stillwell, Brooklyn, NY
11am
Free to watch

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Film: Star Spangled to Death
Ken Jacobs’ epic of “a stolen and dangerously sold-out America.” Introduced by Ken Jacobs with complimentary refreshments during intermissions, as well as delicious all-beef franks and popcorn.
Metrograph, 7 Ludlow Street, New York, NY
12pm
$15

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Performance: Indie-Pendence Day
If you survived the Del Close Marathon, this 12-hour improv fest should be a breeze. Now in its 8th year, the day-long event is presented by The Peoples Improv Theater and Student Driver and features teams from New York and beyond. The festivities also include hot dogs, burgers and cold beer.
The Pit, 123 E 24th Street, New York, NY 10010
12pm-12am
$20 Fest Pass

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Party: Riis Park Beach Bazaar Bathhouse Grand Opening with DJ Misbehaviour!
The long-vacant Jacob Riis Bathhouse Beach Pavilion opens!
16702 Rockaway Beach Blvd., Queens, NY 11694
12pm-6pm
Free

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Party: The Lot Radio 4th of July Block Party
Annual block party with a view of the fireworks and DJs including Kim Ann Foxman, Justin Strauss b2b Juan Maclean, Eli Soul Clap b2b Cesar Toribio and more.
The Lot Radio, 17 Nassau Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222
12pm-11pm
Free, all ages

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Party: PopGun 4th of July Cook-out & Fireworks Party
Eight-hour party on the Elsewhere roof with local DJs spinning house, disco, soul and more. Also, Holy Ground BBQ and a view of the fireworks.
Elsewhere Rooftop, 599 Johnson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237
2pm-2am
$20

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Party: 4th Annual 4th of July Pool Party
Full bar, pizza party menu, pool, hammocks and more.
Pizza Party, 254 Irving Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237
12pm-9pm
$5

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Party: July 4th with Working Women
Backyard barbecue with Working Women in charge of the tunes.
Nowadays, 56-06 Cooper Ave, Ridgewood, NY 11385
12pm-midnight
Free

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Party: YES July 4th Extravaganza!
“Hot meat, dirty dancing, and delicious chillness.” Red, white & blue costumes skip the line.
House of Yes, 2 Wyckoff Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237
2pm-12am

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Party: 3rd Annual Festival of Color/Toga Party
Come in white and be prepared to be doused in color. Dust masks and color packets provided. Hard Nips perform at 7pm. Color countdown at 8:30pm.
Rockaway Beach Surf Club, 302 Beach 87th Street at Rockaway Beach
12pm-11pm
Free

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Party: Good Roof at Dobbin St with Nancy Whang (LCD Soundsystem), plus Justin Strauss and Billy Caldwell
Good Roof, 64 Dobbin Street, Brooklyn, NY
5pm-10pm
$15-$20

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Music: SummerJam X
Presented by Shea Stadium this party features Tall Juan, Colin L, Chango4 & more.
68-02 Bayfield Ave, Arverne, NY 11692
1:30pm-9:30pm
Free

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Party: 3rd Annual Fourth of July Party with The National Reserve
Party by the beach with Brooklyn’s own The National Reserve.
Rippers, 8601 Shore Front Pkwy, New York, New York 11693
6pm-9pm
Free

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Performance: Wasabassco’s America
Head to The Bell House for burlesque, beer and Brooklyn.
The Bell House, 149 7th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11215
8pm
$15-$30

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Film: Weird Wednesday: INVASION U.S.A.
Chuck Norris classic where he takes on the communists. Screening in 35mm.
Alamo Drafthouse, 445 Albee Square West, Brooklyn, NY 11201
9:30pm
$10

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Film: Independence Day Weekend at Nitehawk
Nitehawk is serving up several days of brunch and midnight programming inspired by our country ’tis of thee. Included are screenings of Jaws, Cape Fear and Wet Hot American Summer. You’ll also find food and drink specials.
Nitehawk, 136 Metropolitan Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
various times
$12/screening