[flightless_bird]

Hello!

So, a good friend of mine is coming down this weekend, and he's never been to the city. I figured Saturday would be a good day to go because I heard the weather would be nice and whatnot, plus, it's the 4th of July, and I've never been in the city for any big event before.

The thing is, I'm used to the usual go-to-the-beach-for-the-weekend routine, where there are always fireworks, so long as it's not raining.



I figured something cool would be going on in Manhattan, but a local told me otherwise.

Any good suggestions as to where I can take him to see the fireworks in the city?

[Tantalus]

Actually, good question! Best thing to do in NYC on 4th of July is to go to Coney Island. The company I work for owns it, and they're having a huge festival. There will be hot dogs for a dollar and all sorts of food vendors and attractions as well as fireworks by the beach/boardwalk. Many people are going to be there..perfect for friend/family.

[mrkredo]

Tantalus, you forgot to mention famous Coney Island hot dog eating contest.

[Chip Barker]

Statue of Liberty opened to visitors this 4th of July. You could do that.

[mrkredo]

Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks in New York City
This year the fireworks moved crosstown to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the exploration of the Hudson River by Henry Hudson. Shot from Hoboken, NJ, it was spectacular.

[Tantalus]

mrkredo, on 02 July 2009 - 04:47 PM, said:

Tantalus, you forgot to mention famous Coney Island hot dog eating contest.

American guy won again vs. that skinny japanese guy. On an interview he sounded like a dumbass tho...with fucked up teeth. It was pretty funny.