Macy’s 2026 Fourth of July Fireworks: Free streaming, star lineup, and NYC viewing tips

Macy’s annual Fourth of July fireworks will air on NBC from 8–10 p.m. ET with a pre-show hosted by Terry Crews and performances by Post Malone, Noah Kahan, Salt-N-Pepa, Shaboozey and Bebe Rexha. For cord-cutters, free streaming options include DIRECTV’s five‑day trial with NBC, Peacock live streaming, and a seven‑day Prime Video trial. In NYC, viewing spots line the East and Hudson Rivers, with public areas along the FDR Drive; the event requires a large crew (about 75 people, up to 12 days to prepare) and is rare for both rivers to be show at once. Macy’s will post viewing details on its site.