The Fourth of July is days away and the only way to celebrate in New York City is under the sun with delicious BBQ food and thirst quenching cocktails. Some of our favorite hotspots will be open for all of your fourth of July needs. Starting with The Pool Bar at the new TWA Hotel.
WHAT: Travelers passing through JFK for the day and locals alike should head over to the newly opened TWA Hotel at JFK Airport to join in on the holiday festivities with a side view of airplane takeoffs. The rooftop’s Pool Bar will be hosting a Backyard BBQ party in partnership with Aviation Gin.
From 4-8PM the new rooftop hotspot will be giving out free samples of two specialty Aviation Gin cocktails – Strawberry Collins and Aviation (also available for purchase) plus they’ll be serving up summer BBQ faves like burgers, hotdogs, grilled corn, ice cream cones and much more. The space will be decked out with Independence Day décor, pool floaties, and of course, no pool party would be complete without corn hole.
WHERE: The Pool Bar at TWA Hotel
WHEN: Party 4-8PM – Pool Open All Day
WHO: Open to public and reservations recommended.
Mr. Purple’s 4th of July Backyard BBQ
WHAT: Everyone’s favorite rooftop hotspot is hosting their 4th annual 4th of July Backyard BBQ party all day long. Everything you could ever want to celebrate the day with DJs spinning, specialty cocktails such as Uncle Larry’s Backyard Punch and the Blue Colada, plus a BBQ menu filled with Oysters, Watermelon Salad, Chicago Style Hot Dog, Shrimp Tacos and much more. (I have a full menu if you want to take a look!) Expect to feel all the Independence Day vibes with lots of decorations, plus festive pool floaties of course.
WHERE: Mr. Purple at Hotel Indigo Lower East Side
WHEN: All Day, 11AM-late
WHO: Open to public and reservations recommended.
The Sentry Hosts a July 4th Pool Party with Naughty By Nature
WHAT: The Sentry at the American Copper Buildings (626 1st Avenue) will host an epic July 4th pool party with special guests Naughty By Nature and newcomer Kayex from 5pm-10pm. Ticketholders will have exclusive access to the best vantage point in the city to watch the fireworks from, an open bar with summer-inspired cocktails, endless bites to eat and world-class entertainment from Naughty By Nature and Kayex. Tickets begin at $350.
WHERE: The Sentry at the American Copper Buildings at 626 1st Avenue
WHEN: 5pm-10pm
WHO: Ticketholders. To purchase tickets, visit thesentrynyc.com.
Clinton Hall 51 4th of July Outdoor Gigawatt Garden Cookout
WHERE: Clinton Hall 51 at 230 E 51st Street
WHEN: 2pm-4pm or 6pm-8pm
WHO: Ticketholders. Tickets can be purchased at eventbrite.com.
Catch The Fireworks with Classic Harbor Line
WHAT: Join Classic Harbor Line on one of their timeless style yachts to celebrate our national independence! Step aboard for an NYC 4th of July Fireworks Cruise in NY Harbor. This is the best NYC cruise to have upfront seats for the beautiful display of 4th of July fireworks. Bring your family and friends on one of our elegant boats into New York Harbor for our NYC 4th of July Fireworks Cruise and get an up-close view of both the Statue of Liberty and the beautiful display of the Macy’s Fireworks!
All boats will be venturing out into New York Harbor for the harbor tradition. Each cruise or sail will have some light fare and an open bar for you to enjoy while underway. Expect to see the harbor filled with many other boats and sailing vessels, vying for an up-close view! These cruises always sell out, so you are encouraged to book in advance! Classic Harbor Line is one of our favorite excursions in NYC and comes highly recommended by us. All moments on this adventure makes for great memories and breathtaking experience. You won’t be disappointed!
WHERE: Chelsea Piers
WHEN: Various
WHO: Ticketholders. Tickets can be purchased at sail-nyc.com. They will without a doubt sell out!
Cheers to the Red, White, and Blue!