Still wondering how you are going to get star spangled bannered this 4th? Below you’ll find a curated list of events going on this 4th of July weekend. 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. Be safe. Happy 4th!

Friday, July 1-Monday, July 4
FILM: Independence Day Weekend at Nitehawk
Nitehawk is serving up 4-days of brunch and midnight programming inspired by our country ’tis of thee. Included are screenings of Rocky IV, Jaws, Friday and Spaceballs. You’ll also find food and drink specials.
Nitehawk, 136 Metropolitan Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
various times
$12

Friday, July 1-Monday, July 4
MUSIC: July 4th Weekend at Low Tide Bar
Low Tide Bar is going all in this July 4th weekend. Every night, Friday through Monday, the bar is playing host to a different musical guest. The Shipwrecks do their thing live on Friday, The Supertones step up Saturday, then Indaculture on Sunday and DJ Dirtyfinger closes the party weekend out on Monday. Nothing like booze and free music by the beach.
Low Tide Bar, 97-01 Shorefront Pkwy, Rockaway Park, NY
6pm-10pm
Free

Friday, July 1-Sunday, July 3
FILM: Born on the Fourth of July
For movie studios, July 4th weekend has become a key time to release potential summer blockbusters. Perhaps you recall heading to the theater before catching the fireworks to check out Magic Mike (2012), Armageddon (1998), or War of the Worlds (2005). This weekend, the Museum of the Moving Image revisits films that were introduced to audiences over a Fourth of Julys past. In addition to the aforementioned, Back the Future (1985), and Magic Mike XXL (2015) are also screening.
Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35 Ave, Astoria, NY 11106
various times
$12

Saturday, July 2
PARTY: Might Get Weird final party
It’s the end of era. MGW throws their last shindig at Sugar Hill Disco. The line-up includes Dash Speaks, Lucas Walters, Kristos, NSR, Luka Tacon, David Kiss, Prtmnto and Haruka Salt. A portion of the proceeds go towards helping the victims and families of the Pulse nightclub tragedy.
Sugar Hill Disco, 609 Dekalb Ave, Brooklyn, New York 11216
12pm-10pm
$15-$25

Saturday, July 2
FOOD: Total Independence Day BBQ
A good old fashioned BBQ is going down at Hester Street Fair this July 4th weekend. Feast on suckling pig, chicken, sausage, potato salad, kohlrabi slaw and more while Stretch Armstrong puts together the afternoon’s soundtrack. Plates set you back $10. Tiger beer available for $3/can.
Hester Street Fair, 25 Essex St, New York, New York 10002
11am-6pm

Saturday, July 2
PARTY: Fourth World
It’s a communal 18-hour celebration of local independents featuring Anthony Naples, Patrick Russell, Willie Burns, Vereker, Antenes and many more. Indoor or outdoor space with lazers, projections, food and other amenities.
RSVP for location
1pm-7am

Saturday, July 2
PARTY: JunXion/House of Yes!: International Fiasco
This wild party asks you to “embrace your background and get down with human beings of all colors, creeds, countries and callings on the dance floor.” House of Yes has lined up The Golden Pony (BangOnNYC!), David Kiss (Might Get Weird), Jacky Sommer (Analog Soul) and more to DJ the back room, while Junxion takes over the front room with the likes of 2Melo, M!NT, Geko Jones, and $mall Change. Also on the party agenda Irish step dancing, Russian ribbon dancers, German milk maids, and belly dancing. Culturally influenced costumes are encouraged, but appropriation is a big no, no.
House of Yes!, 2 Wyckoff Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237
9pm
Free before 11pm with RSVP

Saturday, July 2
PARTY: Poolside (DJ set) & Vito & Druzzi (The Rapture DJs)
Disco-loving, Los Angeles-dwelling duo Poolside are DJing Good Room’s Saturday night soiree that also finds Vito & Druzzi (The Rapture DJs) on the decks. Douglas Sherman’s Adventures in Flight controls the doings in the Bad Room.
Good Room, 98 Meserole Ave, Brooklyn, New York 11222
10pm
$10-$15

Sunday, July 3
PARTY: NY Night Train July 3 Sunday Soul Scream Rooftop Rendezvous with Edan, Josh Styles, Mr Vacation, & B-Dub
Party with NY Night Train this July 4th eve at one of the best rooftop bars in Brooklyn. The soul vibes are going to be free flowing atop Our Wicked Lady with DJs Edan, Josh Styles, Mr. Vacation & B-Dub on the decks. Also, tropical cocktails, fancy tacos, moonshine and more.
Our Wicked Lady, 153 Morgan Ave, Brooklyn, New York 11237
5pm on
Free

Sunday, July 3
PARTY: NY Night Train 3rd of July Rockaway Beach Blowout w/Jonathan Toubin
On July 4th eve, you can dance to soul music on a roof in Bushwick (see above), or you can head out to Rockaway to cut a rug at Rippers. Jonathan Toubin is taking his famous collection of 45s out to the beach for a dance party at everyone’s favorite boardwalk food stand. Yep, NY Night Train can actually be two places at once. It’s magic.
Rippers, 8601 Shore Front Pkwy, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693
6pm-9pm
Free

Sunday, July 3
PARTY: MATTE & Crew Love Present: Summer Love
It’s a beach party in the middle of the city. The folks behind Full Moon Fest are joining forces with international music collective Crew Love for this day into night summer love soiree. Hang in the Mixmag tiki lounge or get down to the musical stylings of Dimitri From Paris or the live performances by Midnight Magic and No Regular Play. Wolf + Lamb and SoulClap also do extended DJ sets.
La Marina NYC, 348 Dyckman St (At the Hudson River), New York, New York 10034
2pm
$30-$50

Sunday, July 3
ART: Rockaway! Opening at Fort Tilden
This weekend is the grand unveiling of artist Katharina Grosse’s seaside site-specific outdoor exhibition organized by MoMA PS1 in collaboration with the Rockaway Artists Alliance, Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy, National Park Service, Central Park Conservancy, NYC Parks & Recreation and Rockaway Beach Surf Club. Entitled Rockaway!, the installation transforms Fort Tilden’s decaying aquatics building into a monumental artwork that reflects the bold colors of sunset in the Rockaways. For the work, Grosse employed her unique spray painting technique. A ribbon cutting ceremony takes place at 4pm.
Fort Tilden, New York, New York 11697
4pm-6pm
Free

Sunday, July 3 & Monday, July 4
FESTIVAL: Festival of Independence
A trip to the Seaport should be in order this weekend for their Festival of Independence. The free event runs two days, Sunday and Monday, and features music, art, fashion and food. Noisey had a hand in selecting the bands for the Fulton Street Stage, with a lineup that includes Wild Nothing, Lee Fields & The Expressions, Porches, Yumi Zouma, Public Access TV, D.R.A.M., Phony Ppl, and MeLo-X. On Monday, a Peck Slip stage will also play host to performances by Woods, The Mystery Lights, The Lemon Twigs and more. Plus there will be food by Smorgasburg, a pop-up market curated by Northern Grade, the Culture District Parson’s exhibit and Design Market, and fireworks.
Seaport District, New York, NY
1pm-9pm
Free

Monday, July 4
PARTY: Yes 4th of July BBQ Extravaganza
How can you resist a free party that’s billed as being “10 hours straight of hot meat, dirty dancing and delicious chillness”. The day into night party features music delivered by NSR, Luka Tacon, David Kiss, Valissa Yoe, Haruka, J Patt, Soul Nice, Sammy Needlz and special guests.
House of Yes, 2 Wyckoff Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237
2pm-12am
Free

Monday, July 4
COMPETITION: Nathan’s 2016 Hot Dog Eating Contest
Matt Stonie and Miki Sudo defend their titles at this year’s eating contest.
Coney Island, 1310 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11224
10am
Free

Monday, July 4
CHILL VIBES: July 4 at Nowadays
This will be a chill outdoor spot to hang this 4th. Snack on corn dogs and bomb pops while Kristen Zwicker serves up the jams. A neighborhood fireworks show is also set to go off in the evening.
Nowadays, 56-06 Cooper Ave, New York, NY
12pm-midnight
Free

Monday, July 4
FOOD: Red White and Bud Pizza Party
Roberta’s is teaming up with Budweiser this Independence Day for a daytime backyard bash. Live music, DJs, pizza, and free Budweiser cans are the reasons to hit up this Bushwick party up.
Roberta’s, 261 Moore Street, Brooklyn, NY
12pm-5pm
Free

Monday, July 4
COMEDY: Indiefest 2016
If you survived the Del Close Marathon, this 12-hour improv fest should be a breeze. Now in its 6th 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 a potluck BBQ.
The Pit, 123 E 24th St, New York, NY
12pm-12am
$20 pass/$10 per show

Stripes

Monday, July 4
FILM: Warren Oates: Hired Hand – Stripes
Spend this 4th revisiting Ivan Reitman’s classic comedy about military life, Stripes. Screening as part of the Film Society of Lincoln Center’s Warren Oates retrospective, the 1981 film features an all-star cast that, in addition to Oates who is superb as Sgt. Hulka, includes Bill Murray, Harold Ramis, John Candy, Judge Reinhold, and Sean Young.
Francesca Beale Theater, 144 W. 65th St, New York, NY
1:15pm
$14

Monday, July 4
PARTY: Return to RIIS July 4th
The party continues out at Jacob Riis Park in Rockaway this Fourth of July. The oasis by the sea will have music by Dirtyboogie, Edward Askew and DJ Big Vic. Also stopping through to perform live are Raycee Jones and The House on Cliff. Plus, food and other vendors will be selling their wares.
Riis Park Beach Bazaar, Gateway National Recreation Area, 16702 Rockaway Beach Blvd, Queens, NY 11694

Monday, July 4
FOOD: CookOut NYC™ Presents Fireworks & Southern Chefs: A Taste of Georgia
This is no doubt your tastiest 4th of July option and it comes with superior viewing of the Macy’s fireworks. Five of Georgia’s top chefs are shipping in to cook up a selection of upscale Southern dishes for your sampling pleasure at this all-you-can-eat affair. You can also expect music, and for those 21+, there will be unlimited wine (while supplies last), cocktails, beer and cider.
at SolarOne 24-20 FDR Drive Service Road East Enter at 23rd Street, New York, NY 10010
4pm-10pm
$100-$2,500

Monday, July 4
FILM: HBO Bryant Park Film Festival: Top Gun
The HBO Bryant Park Film Festival is screening an all-american classic this July 4th, Top Gun. Directed by the late Tony Scott, the 1986 film stars Tom Cruise as Lieutenant Pete “Maverick” Mitchell, a young and cocky Naval aviator who has some growing up to do. Tim Robbins, Kelly McGillis and Val Kilmer round out the cast of this film which took home an Oscar for Best Original Song. Also, a sequel is supposedly in the works which finds Cruise reprising his role.
Bryant Park, New York, NY
5pm lawn opens
Free

Monday, July 4
MUSIC: Reverend Vince Anderson and His Love Choir 4th of July Extravaganza!
The Rev always puts on a spirited show, but tonight’s sermon is sure to pack a patriotic punch. Come by Union Pool for two sets of dirty gospel done right with plenty of hand clapping, foot stopping and hallelujah howling.
Union Pool, 484 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211
10:30pm
Free (donations welcome)