Lainey Wilson, Luis Fonsi to perform at Macy's Fourth of July event

Lainey Wilson will perform at "Macy's 4th of July Fireworks" event on Thursday. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI
Lainey Wilson will perform at "Macy's 4th of July Fireworks" event on Thursday. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI

June 28 (UPI) -- Lainey Wilson, known for her hit "Things a Man Oughta Know" and Luis Fonsi, known for his popular song "Despacito," will perform during the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks show.

The star lineup also includes Shaboozey, Bell Biv DeVoe, Tanner Adell and The War and Treaty. Lainey Wilson is set to return this year.

"Think unforgettable stars, larger-than-life pyrotechnics, and a salute to the American spirit that's one of Summer's greatest hits," Macy's officials said.

Jason Howland, who wrote the music for Broadway's Little Women and has a Grammy and Emmy, produced the music that accompanies this year's fireworks display, which includes 60,000 shells exploding over the Hudson River.

Viewers can expect modern takes on patriotic favorites performed by Alex Newell, Amber Mark, Brandy Clark and co-host Mickey Guyton, officials said.

Luis Fonsi performs on stage during "Amor a La Musica" presented by Uforia at the FLA Live Arena in 2022 in Sunrise, Fla. File Photo By Gary I Rothstein/UPI
Luis Fonsi performs on stage during "Amor a La Musica" presented by Uforia at the FLA Live Arena in 2022 in Sunrise, Fla. File Photo By Gary I Rothstein/UPI

Zuri Hall, of Access Hollywood, will return to co-host the show on NBC and Peacock.

"Year after year, this telecast never fails to inspire and awe, lighting up the New York skyline with a fireworks display that's unmatched," said NBCU Entertainment's executive vice president of live events and specials, Jen Neal. "It's this type of live programming event that brings us together as a nation."

Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter, of The War And Treaty, attend the Grammy Awards at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on February 4, 2024. File Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI
Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter, of The War And Treaty, attend the Grammy Awards at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on February 4, 2024. File Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI

New York City Mayor Eric Adams described the evening as "one of the city's most exciting and iconic events."

"I look forward to joining the thousands of viewers celebrating America's birthday right here in the Big Apple," he said in a press release announcing 10,000 free tickets for New Yorkers.

Mickey Guyton arrives on the red carpet at the CMA Awards at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, in 2023. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI
Mickey Guyton arrives on the red carpet at the CMA Awards at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, in 2023. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI

The 48th annual show marks the first time in more than 10 years that the display will take place over the Hudson River, New York officials said.

Macy's 4th of July Fireworks will air Thursday at 8 p.m. EDT and again at 10 p.m.

Alex Newell arrives on the red carpet at the Tony Awards Meet The Nominees press event at Sofitel New York at Sofitel New York in 2023 in New York City. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI
Alex Newell arrives on the red carpet at the Tony Awards Meet The Nominees press event at Sofitel New York at Sofitel New York in 2023 in New York City. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI