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DRBA Announces Annual Independence Day Fireworks Display

By Herald Staff

North Cape May– On Thursday, July 2, 2009, a fireworks demonstration will once again illuminate the skies above the Delaware Bay near the Cape May ferry terminal, the 16th consecutive year the Delaware River and Bay Authority (DRBA) has sponsored the area’s fireworks show.
The fireworks, which will be discharged from a barge approximately one half mile off-shore, are scheduled to begin at approximately 9:15 p.m. Weather and wind conditions may affect the timing of the fireworks show. Special Fireworks Cruise From Lewes, DE Terminal: For this fireworks show, Cape May – Lewes Ferry officials have scheduled a special fireworks cruise aboard the M.V. Twin Capes set to depart the Lewes terminal at 7:15 p.m. Passenger check-in begins at 5:00 p.m. and boarding will commence at 6:45 p.m. Photo identification is required to board the vessel. Live music will be provided by the band, “The Honeycombs” while “Just Kiddin’ Around” will supply children’s entertainment. The vessel will return to the Lewes, DE terminal at approximately 11:00 p.m. The cost of the tickets is $26.50 for adults and $15.00 for children under 12 years of age. Ferry passengers are not permitted to bring coolers, food, or beverages on-board the vessel. Because tickets to this incredibly popular event are limited, reservations are required by calling our Reservations Office at 800-643-3779 (FERRY).
Cape May, NJ Terminal Green: The public is invited, free of charge to enjoy the fireworks on the lawn of the Cape May terminal. Come early and relax, bring your beach chairs and enjoy the incredible fireworks display over the Delaware Bay. Live music will be provided and food and beverages will be sold on the south patio area and at the Rock Pile Bar and Grill. Please note that the fireworks demonstration WILL NOT be visible from the Lewes, DE terminal.
For more information on the Independence Day Fireworks Celebration, please visit our website at
www.cmlf.com.

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