Fireworks & Fountains Shows

Fireworks & Fountains Shows

pink, purple, and gold bursts of fireworks fill the sky and stream upwards from the ground behind vibrant purple and pink fountains
Daniel Traub

Dates & Tickets

Tickets On Sale
April 9, 2024 at 10:00 am

July 3, 2024 at 9:15 pm 

July 20, 2024 at 9:15 pm 

August 10, 2024 at 9:15 pm 

September 1, 2024 at 8:15 pm 

September 28, 2024 at 8:15 pm


Tickets limited. Sell out likely.

Tickets include all-day Gardens admission.


Reserved Seating

New this year, all seating for Fireworks & Fountains Shows is reserved. Reserved seating allows you to select your seat, then arrive to your seat placed and waiting for you—no need to bring your own chair.

Reserved Seating: $50–$75

Gardens Preferred, Gardens Premium Members, and Innovators: $42–63

All guests, except those under 1 year of age, must purchase a ticketed Fireworks & Fountains Show seat. Guests under 1 year of age must be held in a parent or guardian’s arms and not obstruct the view of other guests.


Shows will proceed in rain.

The decision to delay or cancel the show due to dangerous weather (lightning or high winds) will be made at the time of the show; please plan to arrive as normal.

Umbrellas must be closed at the time of the show so as not to obstruct the view. Rain gear (such as ponchos) is permitted. Strollers are permitted in the Gardens, but not within the performance seating area and must be parked in the designated stroller parking location during Fireworks & Fountains Shows.

Fireworks tickets are non-refundable and may not be exchanged for another date or time. Should we experience extreme weather conditions, the show will be rescheduled for the next day at the same time and ticketholders will be notified.


2024 Fireworks & Fountains Shows

 

Stars and Stripes Forever
Wednesday, July 3 at 9:15 pm

Get ready for a star-spangled evening of rousing patriotic anthems perfectly suited to celebrate America’s birthday. Featuring popular classics from John Philip Sousa and George M. Cohan, to memorable performances from The Boston Pops Orchestra, Leslie Odom, Jr. and more, the evening promises to be an inspiring tribute to America the Beautiful.

 

Take Me with U: Inspired by Prince
Saturday, July 20 at 9:15 pm

Party like it’s 1999 while reveling in the legacy and far-reaching influence of icon and innovator Prince. From hits like Kiss and When Doves Cry, to the songs of artists inspired by Prince from The Weeknd to Bruno Mars, take a musical journey fit for royalty.

 

Get Back: The Beatles
Saturday, August 10 at 9:15 pm

Let’s Come Together for a Magical Mystery Tour. Fireworks soar and fountains sway in celebration of the 60th anniversary of one of the most memorable musical moments of Yesterday: The Beatles’ first live performance in the US, appearing on The Ed Sullivan Show.

 

Someone Like You: Artists Who Inspired Adele
Sunday, September 1 at 8:15 pm

Say Hello to a vivid evening of fireworks, fountains, and a captivating soundtrack of such hits as Someone Like You and Rolling in the Deep, woven together with the powerhouse sounds of Adele’s influences, from Etta James to Alicia Keys.

 

Italian Spectacular
Saturday, September 28 at 8:15 pm

From the trumpet fanfares of Monteverdi, to the lush melodies of Puccini, to the overwhelming grandeur of Respighi, celebrate the stunning musical legacy of Italy, set to scintillating fireworks, breathtaking fountains, and a majestic classical score, leading to one of music’s most stupendous finales.

2024 Playlists

Please Note 

For non-Fireworks & Fountains ticketholders, last admission is 2:30 pm and Gardens close at 6:00 pm on the dates of Fireworks & Fountains Shows. 

To prepare for the shows, the following areas will be closed all day on Fireworks & Fountains Show days: Oak and Conifer Knoll, Eye of Water, Chimes Tower, and Hillside Garden. 

The Main Fountain Garden fountain area, Idea Garden, Rose Garden, and Topiary Garden will close at 7:30 pm (for shows in July and August) and at 6:30 pm (for shows in September).