Bergen county star spangled spectacular

2ND ANNUAL BERGEN COUNTY’S STAR-SPANGLED SPECTACULAR RETURNS FOR JULY 4TH
Fireworks, Live Music & Family Fun at Overpeck County Park on July 4th

County Executive Jim Tedesco, the County Board of Commissioners, and the County Parks Department are excited to announce that Bergen County’s 2nd Annual Star-Spangled Spectacular will return this July 4th at Overpeck County Park. All are invited to attend this patriotic afternoon of family fun which will include children’s activities, two-dozen food trucks, a beer and wine garden, and stunning fireworks to conclude the evening over Overpeck Creek.

The evening will also feature the return of the New Jersey Wind Symphony with a patriotic performance.

Festivities are set to begin at 2:30 p.m. in the Ridgefield Park section of Overpeck County Park.

Event Schedule

2:00 p.m. – Event opens with DJ, food trucks, beer garden, & youth entertainment (inflatables)
2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. – Glenn Roberts Country Band
4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. – Tempo Alegre Latin Band
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. – Super Trans Am Band
8:00 p.m. – New Jersey Wind Symphony
9:30 p.m. – Fireworks

Music and festivities will start at 2:30 p.m. on July 4th. The New Jersey Wind Symphony will perform at 8:00 p.m. For event updates and additional performance announcements, follow the Bergen County Parks System on Facebook and Instagram or visit www.BergenJuly4th.org

A rain date for Bergen County’s Star-Spangled Spectacular is scheduled for July 5th in the event poor weather.

Bergen County’s Star-Spangled Spectacular is an official event of Bergen250, an initiative spearheaded by the Division of Cultural & Historic Affairs within the Bergen County Department of Parks aimed at commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution through Bergen County’s diverse lens of people, places, and culture.

Parking accommodations and fireworks viewing

Limited event parking for Bergen County’s Star-Spangled Spectacular will be available in the Ridgefield Park and Henry Hoebel sections of Overpeck County Park. Additional offsite parking will be available at the Glenpointe Alfred Sanzari Building parking garage in Teaneck and the KABR Group parking lots on Challenger Road in Ridgefield Park. Complimentary shuttle transportation to the Amphitheater at Overpeck County Park will be available thanks to Bergen County’s Division of Community Transportation and the Bergen County Technical & Special Services School District.

BLUE SHUTTLE EVENT PARKING
Henry Hoebel Area, Overpeck Pk Driveway, Leonia

GREEN SHUTTLE EVENT PARKING
Glenpointe Alfred Sanzari Building Parking Garage, 349 Frank W. Burr Blvd, Teaneck

RED SHUTTLE EVENT PARKING
KABR Group Parking Lots, 64 & 100 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park

For a full map of parking and viewing sites, click here.

What to bring?

  • Family and friends
  • Camping/tailgate chairs
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent

Prohibited items:

  • Dogs & pets inside gated area
  • Alcoholic beverages (available for purchase in gated area)
  • Smoking/vaping/controlled substances
  • Coolers & glass containers (coolers are welcome outside gated viewing area, see map)
  • Beach umbrellas/canopies
  • Sparklers
  • Drones
  • Weapons

Bergen 250 Initiative

Bergen 250 is the County of Bergen’s official ad hoc committee tasked with commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution through Bergen County’s diverse lens of people, places, and culture. Through the joint efforts of Bergen County’s historic sites, schools, libraries, museums, community groups, and local businesses, the county seeks to advance the role that history plays in public discourse, community engagement, education, tourism, and scholarship in New Jersey. The initiative was formally codified by the County Board of Commissioners by resolution on January 17, 2024. The committee strives to promote the maximum involvement of Bergen County residents, neighborhoods, businesses, schools, historical and civic organizations, and institutions in the commemorations.

New Jersey Wind Symphony

Founded in 1983 as the Ridgewood Concert Band, the New Jersey Wind Symphony (NJWS) strives to promote wind music and adult bands to the surrounding community and beyond by providing high quality performances that engage and inspire all our listeners. NJWS members are accomplished wind and percussion players, with day jobs ranging from lawyer to band director, who volunteer their time and talents.

NJWS programs have drawn critical attention for their variety and depth – ranging from light classics and famous marches, to cutting edge new compositions by today’s brilliant composers. The NJWS is regularly joined by soloists from the New York Philharmonic, the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, and other nationally renowned performers and conductors.  The NJWS has released multiple albums, has performed on the East Coast and overseas, and is actively engaged with area schools and young musicians. To learn more about the NJWS and our mission, visit: njwindsymphony.org.

Glenn Roberts Country Band

One of the first 100% “hot country” acts to hit the New Jersey music scene, Glenn Roberts is known from Cape May to Northwest NJ as one of the state’s premier country performers due to his incredible vocals, energetic performances and vast song selection.

Tempo Alegre

Tempo Alegre is a top-tier Latin music band based in Central New Jersey, known for delivering high-energy performances at weddings, sweet 16s, corporate events, festivals, and more. With a diverse repertoire spanning salsa, merengue, bachata, cumbia, and Latin-infused covers of English-language hits, the band blends musical talent with a deep love for entertaining. Fully bilingual and highly experienced, Tempo Alegre has been a trusted name on The Bash (Gig Masters) since 2009, earning rave reviews for their professionalism and attention to detail—especially at once-in-a-lifetime celebrations.

Super Trans Am Band

Super Trans Am is a high-energy tribute to the iconic music and pop culture of the 1970s. With top-tier musicianship and dynamic audiovisual production, the band performs classic hits from artists like Queen, The Eagles, Journey, Boston, and more—including soft rock favorites from the “Yacht Rock” era. Each band member takes turns on lead vocals, and select shows feature a photo op with a replica 1978 Smokey and the Bandit Trans Am. Perfect for festivals, fairs, theaters, and themed events, this show invites audiences of all ages to relive—or discover—the unforgettable sounds and spirit of the ’70s.