The Bayside Historical Society, Queens Chamber of Commerce and Councilman Paul Vallone are teaming up to host the fifth annual Independence Day Celebration at Fort Totten.
The annual celebration will take place on Wednesday, June 26, starting at 6 p.m. The fireworks will begin at approximately 9:15 p.m., when the sun sets.
In years past, despite gloomy weather, thousands of residents from all over northeast Queens have turned out to enjoy this family-friendly event.
Here are the details for this year’s event:
- Admittance to Fort Totten will begin at 5 p.m.
- Parking is available at the Little Bay Parking Lot, along Bell Boulevard, as well as at the Clearview Golf Course and the Bay Terrace Shopping Center. Shuttles will be provided.
- Guests are encouraged to bring their own blankets, lawn chairs and picnic items
- Musical performances will include MM Rock Camp, Chicken Head Rocks and Phil Costa & the Something Special Big B, from 6 to 9 p.m.
- This is a non-alcoholic event
- All bags, coolers and backpacks will be inspected by the NYPD before entry
- Vending trucks will be on site with food, snacks and beverages
Take a look at both the parking map (first image) and a map of the event (second image).
