Lake St. Clair, just north of Detroit, is the USA’s largest and busiest freshwater lake.
Every 4th of July, there is a spectacular fireworks show in Poor Mans Bay, featuring a fireworks barge that shoots off fireworks.
Poor Mans is a shallow area just outside of MacRay Harbor Marina.
Coordinates of Poor Mans Bay:
42.60815527258074, -82.80105367962804
Typically, the fireworks are courtesy of Belle Maer & MacRay Marina’s and the area is located in southern Anchor Bay/ northern Lake St. Clair.
Stop at Duffy’s Landing party store @ Belle Maer for your supplies.
There also might be a decorated golf cart parade from 1pm-3pm @ Belle Maer.
Fun time always. Check it out!
What: Lake St. Clair’s Annual 4th of July Fireworks
When: Saturday, July 04, 2026
Where: Poor Mans Bay, Anchor Bay/Lake St. Clair, just outside MacRay Harbor and Belle Maer (41700 Conger Bay Dr, Harrison Township, Michigan)
Time: 1pm-3pm Decorated Golf Cart Parade
10:15pm FIREWORKS