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Falmouth’s Fireworks Celebration
As colors dance across Vineyard Sound and reflect off the waters of Falmouth Harbor, we create more than just a show – we craft an unforgettable summer evening that captures the magic of Independence Day on Cape Cod.
The 2026 Falmouth Fireworks display will take place on Saturday, July 4
- Time: 9:00 PM
- Length: Approximately 30 minutes
- Rain Date: Sunday, July 5, 2026
Join us at Falmouth Heights Beach!
- Road Closures / Traffic Restrictions
- Parking: Limited. Please refer to FPD for more information
The Falmouth Fireworks Committee is thrilled to be presenting our 2026 display on Saturday, July 4 at 9:00 PM. As always, we want to provide a safe environment for everyone, including our local wildlife. There are piping plovers and nesting terns nesting in our south-facing beaches. Since these are popular areas for viewing the fireworks, we ask that patrons exhibit extreme care not to disturb these nesting birds.
There are additional State mandated requirements in effect this year. Specifically, please observe the following:
- No dogs allowed on the beaches along Surf Drive;
- Respect the fencing and signage along Surf Drive;
- Stay out of fenced-in areas along Surf Drive;
- Respect and follow the directions of the Mass Audubon monitors and Town Staff.
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve gathered answers to our most commonly asked questions to help you make the most of this spectacular evening. From parking tips to weather policies, find everything you need to know about New England’s premier coastal fireworks display.
Sponsors
Support this cherished community tradition by becoming a sponsor! Your contribution helps ensure the continuation of this spectacular event while providing valuable exposure for your business.
Premier Sponsor
The Falmouth Fireworks celebration has been made possible through the generous support of local businesses like yours. Your sponsorship helps ensure this tradition continues for future generations while providing your business with valuable exposure to a engaged, local audience.
The Man Who Made it All Possible
We will be dedicating our 2025 show to Arthur Ratsy, the man who made it all possible. It all began in 1980, when Arthur and a group of his friends were having dinner (and martinis) on a cold winter night and decided that Falmouth needed its own fireworks display on the Fourth of July. For the next 40-plus years, he worked tirelessly with friends and local businesses to bring the display to Falmouth Heights each year.
Falmouth Fireworks Fun Facts
1,000
Feet
Highest Point
Reached
1,500
Shells Fired
Annually
30
Minutes of
Music During
Display
8
Unique Effects
to Watch For
14+
Vibrant Colors
on Display
1200°F
Temp at Which
Fireworks Burn
>5K
People in
Attendance
150MPH
Speed
Traveled When
Launched
$1B
Spent on
Fireworks
Yearly in US
The Falmouth Fireworks Committee
We work to preserve the tradition of the Falmouth Fireworks by coordinating the Fireworks each year and by raising funds through donations, community events and merchandise sales. The Committee meets monthly during the year, and weekly in May/June. Members are expected to attend meetings regularly, contribute ideas and energy to new initiatives, participate in the planning and accomplishment of fundraising events and activities, and generally support the Committee’s efforts to host one of the best fireworks displays in America. No experience necessary – just a patriotic heart and willingness to help where needed.