North Hempstead, NY – Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Judi Bosworth and the Town Board are excited to announce that the Memorial Day Fireworks and Commemoration Ceremony will be held at North Hempstead Beach Park on Saturday, May 23.

“The Memorial Day Fireworks Ceremony is always a wonderful kickoff to the summer season. It is a terrific opportunity for our community to celebrate the start of the summer, while paying tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice fighting for our freedom,” said Supervisor Judi Bosworth about the event.

Musical entertainment will feature the Skyline Orchestra and Tusk, a Fleetwood Mac tribute band. Scenic North Hempstead Beach Park offers a walking path along the water, and picnic areas so visitors can enjoy an enjoyable start to the summer season.

The beach will open at 3 p.m. with the program starting at 6:30 p.m. Fireworks will begin at darkness.

Vehicles will be charged a $10 parking fee. For more information, please visit www.northhempsteadny.gov or call 311 or (516) 869-6311.