America’s 250th anniversary makes 2026 feel even bigger, and Kingston is ready for it. Before the Breakout Kings take the stage and the sky fills up after dark, swing by Domes Dispensary for recreational cannabis picked for exactly this kind of weekend.
This guide covers the best Fourth of July events in and around Kingston, plus a handpicked selection of Hudson Valley cannabis products to carry you through the long holiday.
Where to Watch Fireworks in Kingston This Fourth
2026 Fourth of July Festivities in Kingston
Kingston’s Fourth of July celebration takes place on Saturday, July 4, 2026, on the Kingston Waterfront at TR Gallo Park, with the Breakout Kings performing free on the city stage starting at 6:30 PM, sponsored by Mariner’s Harbor.
Fireworks, courtesy of O’Connor & Partners, launch from a barge in the Rondout Creek just after dark, capping off an evening that also marks America’s 250th anniversary.
Parking is limited, but Ulster County Area Transit runs a free shuttle service with pick-ups starting at 5:00 PM from Kingston Plaza, the Cornell Street parking lot, and multiple stops along Broadway, with the last bus departing the Rondout at 11:30 PM. In the event of severe weather, both the concert and fireworks will move to Sunday, July 5th.
Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum
The Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum in Hyde Park marks America’s 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026, with a pair of special events as part of the National Archives and Records Administration’s Freedom 250 initiative.
The celebration kicks off at 1:30 PM at the Henry A. Wallace Center, where the Library will serve an “America at 250” birthday cake for visitors. Following the cake, the Library presents a special Fourth of July screening of the 1972 musical film 1776 at 3:00 PM in the Wallace Center, part of the Library’s America250 Film Series highlighting the Revolutionary era.
Registration is required for the film screening and is available through the FDR Library’s website, while the birthday cake event is open to visitors at the Wallace Center. The Library’s broader Freedom 250 programming includes special events, exhibitions, and Revolutionary period documents and artifacts from its collections, bringing the stories of America’s founding to the forefront throughout the anniversary year.
Heritage Financial Park
The Hudson Valley Renegades celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a three-game home series against the Wilmington Blue Rocks at Heritage Financial Park, with games on July 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, all starting at 7:05 PM.
Tickets purchased for any of the three games include an all-you-can-eat buffet featuring burgers, hot dogs, mac and cheese, salad, chips, cookies, Pepsi products, and water, with gates opening at 6:00 PM and the buffet running from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM.
Cannabis Picks from Domes for the Long Weekend
- Smoakland Sour Diesel Flower: A legendary sativa known for its pungent diesel aroma, citrus notes, and energizing effects that make it a go-to choice for daytime adventures.
- Lost Farm Napa x Strawberry Lemonade Live Resin Gummies: These live resin gummies combine bright grapefruit and grape flavors with uplifting sativa effects inspired by California wine country.
- Dogwalkers Classics Jack’s Delight Pre-Rolls: Sweet citrus flavors and uplifting effects make these convenient mini pre-rolls perfect for sharing throughout the holiday weekend.
- Honey Dog Heaven Banjerine Flower: Bursting with vibrant orange and tangerine flavors, Banjerine delivers an invigorating sativa experience with hints of sweet citrus and fuel.
- Aphrodite Blue Soul Pre-Roll: Blueberry-forward flavors and a clear-headed cerebral buzz make Blue Soul a great companion for creative and active days.
- Soft Power Sweets High Dose Fruity Punch Gummies: Made with real fruit and a blend of THC, CBG, and CBD, these gummies offer a flavorful boost for creativity and daytime enjoyment.
- Fernway Mandarin Orange Traveler PRO All-In-One: Fresh-squeezed orange flavor and uplifting effects make this sleek vape an easy choice for sunny outdoor activities.
- Ithaca Organics Cannabis Co. Rambutan Live Rosin: This solventless live rosin delivers tropical fruit, citrus zest, and uplifting effects in a terpene-rich concentrate crafted from fresh-frozen flower.
- All Day Bruce Banner All-In-One: Sweet berry and diesel flavors pair with energetic, creative effects for a bold vape that lives up to its superhero name.
- Wyld Grapefruit Gummies: Featuring equal parts THC, CBG, and CBC, these grapefruit gummies provide a bright, uplifting experience designed for active days and social gatherings.
Kingston Is One of the Hudson Valley’s Best Spots for the Fourth
Kingston is one of the Hudson Valley’s best places to spend the Fourth, and 2026 gives everyone a little more reason to celebrate. The waterfront fills up fast, the energy is real, and the weekend stretches out in all the right ways.
Browse the full menu and plan your visit at Domes, located at 268 Forest Hill Dr, Kingston, NY 12401. Your neighbors are already on their way.
