This weekend marks the July 4th weekend, which means that celebrations are sure to be had throughout the U.S. Although, it isn't a true Fourth of July celebration if fireworks aren't lighting up the sky come nightfall.

The Fourth of July comes with fireworks shows and revelry across the New Orleans metro. The big picture: It's a busy weekend all around with Essence Fest also taking place across downtown. Be smart: It's illegal for residents to shoot fireworks in Orleans Parish and most of Jefferson Parish.