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Macy’s annual Fourth of July fireworks show is slated to be its biggest — and most star-studded — to date, marking 250 years of America and 50 years of Macy’s fan-favorite tradition. Featuring performances by Noah Kahan, Post Malone, Salt-N-Pepa, Bebe Rexha, Shaboozey and Blake Shelton, the TV special airs on July 4, at 8 p.m. PT/ET on NBC, meaning it can be livestreamed on any streaming service that carries said network, namely DirecTV (with a five-day free trial), Fubo (with a one-day free trial), Sling and Hulu + Live TV.
The two-hour celebration will stream simultaneously on Peacock, however the streamer does not offer a free trial.
At a Glance: How to Watch Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks 2026
Where to Watch Macy’s Fireworks 2026: Air Date, Time
The two-hour event will air on NBC on Saturday, July 4, at 8 p.m. PT/ET. The Spanish broadcast will air simultaneously on Telemundo. Macy’s fireworks show comes on the heels of NBC’s six-hour America’s 250 special (from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. PT/ET), which includes coverage of Sail4th 250, hosted by the network’s anchors: Savannah Guthrie, Craig Melvin, Al Roker, Carson Daly, Willie Geist and Jenna Bush Hager, among others.
How to Stream Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks 2026 Online Free
Since the two-hour special airs on NBC, it will also be available to watch live on any streaming service that carries the network, including DirecTV (with a five-day free trial), Fubo (with a one-day free trial), Sling and Hulu + Live TV. The fireworks show will simulcast live on Peacock, however the streamer does not offer a free trial. More on each option below.
DirecTV
Five-day free trial; packages from $19.99 per month
NBC is included in any of DirecTV’s signature packages: Entertainment, Choice, Ultimate or Premier. Plus, DirecTV offers a five-day free trial for its streaming service, meaning new subscribers can tune into the special at no cost.
Learn more about each plan option, including how to build your own channel lineup (starting at just $19.99 per month), at directv.com.
Fubo
One-day free trial; packages from $55.99 per month ($45.99 for first month)
Following a lengthy carriage dispute, NBC is once again available to stream with a subscription to Fubo, which offers a one-day free trial for new subscribers.
After the trial, plans start at $45.99 for the first month and $55.99 monthly afterward.
Peacock
As mentioned, NBC’s fireworks show will also air on Peacock. While the streamer itself no longer offers a free trial period, customers who sign up for one of DirecTV’s signature packages — Entertainment, Choice, Ultimate or Premier — can get two months of the Movies Extra Pack + Peacock at no cost (a $19.98 value). Plus, thanks to DirecTV’s five-day free trial, new members can stream the special at no cost.
To opt in, select your preferred signature package, then add “Movies Extra Pack + Peacock Premium” where it instructs you to pick your add-ons, and your two free months will automatically apply.
Sling
Half off first month for select plans
NBC is included in Sling’s Blue Plan, starting at $45.99 per month, and Sling’s Orange & Blue Plan, starting at $60.99 per month.
That said, please note that local channel availability depends on your TV market. Visit Sling.com to check station availability and package options, starting as low as $4.99 per day or $19.99 per month.
Subscriptions come bundled with Disney+ and ESPN+, and start at $89.99 per month.
Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks Performers, Host
Terry Crews is set to host Macy’s fireworks-meets-concert special with performances from Noah Kahan, Post Malone, Salt-N-Pepa, Bebe Rexha, Shaboozey and Blake Shelton.
