Over 70% of some 140 people who responded to The Times’ question: “Do you prefer fireworks or a drone show for the Fourth of July?” said they preferred drones.

There’s plenty of Fourth of July festivities this weekend in New Jersey. If you’re making plans for a busy weekend of grilling or visiting the Jersey Shore, we’ve got you covered. A quick reminder - while some ground-based fireworks are now legal in New Jersey,

Round Rock's all-day celebrations will include a parade throughout downtown, pig races, a speech by Mayor Craig Morgan, and musical performances. The Elevation Band will take the stage at 7 p.m., and the Austin Symphonic Band will perform alongside the fireworks show around 9:30 p.m.