Ariana DeBose Wows at Macy’s Fireworks 2025 | Full Performance Recap

Watch the complete performance of Ariana DeBose as she brought Broadway charisma, Oscar-winning brilliance, and fierce vocals to NBC’s Macy’s Fireworks 2025 special. From patriotic passion to theatrical flair, DeBose turned the Independence Day broadcast into a prime-time spectacle.

Her presence was more than a performance — it was a statement: Ariana DeBose is America’s new holiday icon.

🎆 The Moment That Stole the Sky

Airing live on NBC and Peacock from 8–10 p.m. ET, the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular opened with a showstopping performance by Ariana DeBose. Draped in red and bathed in stage light, she hit every note with power, grace, and fire.

As the first aerial shells burst over the East River, DeBose soared vocally through a Broadway-inspired medley arranged by Questlove and James Poyser. Her vocals were live, her energy electric — and viewers at home knew they were watching something unforgettable.

📺 Did you miss it? Watch the replay now on Peacock or catch the encore airing at 10 p.m. on NBC.

🎤 DeBose’s Setlist: The Broadway-Pop Crossover We Needed

Whether you know her from West Side Story, Hamilton, or her viral Oscars moment in 2022, Ariana DeBose’s versatility was on full display. Though NBC hasn’t released the full setlist, social media reveals she performed:

• A modern rendition of “America the Beautiful”
• A mashup of “Let It Go” and Wish (Disney)
• A patriotic dance break choreographed live onstage

🔥 Best moment? Her mic drop after the final belt — timed perfectly with the final firework burst.

🎇 The Fireworks + Fashion Combo That Shut It Down

Styled by her signature glam squad, Ariana wore a sequined red jumpsuit, slicked ponytail, and patriotic heels — earning instant praise from Vogue, Entertainment Tonight, and fan pages everywhere.

The backdrop? A 25-minute pyrotechnic score synced with projection mapping across the Brooklyn Bridge, thanks to musical direction by The Roots’ Questlove.

📺 Watch Ariana DeBose on NBC & Peacock

Ariana wasn’t just performing — she was hosting. Between sets, she guided millions through each musical act, from Jonas Brothers to Lenny Kravitz. Her charisma blended classic TV hosting with Gen-Z edge.

• ✅ Watch on Peacock: Stream the full show
• ✅ Encore Airing: 10 p.m. on NBC
• ✅ Spanish-language Broadcast: Telemundo from 9–10 p.m. ET

🔍 Why Ariana DeBose Is Everywhere Right Now

From hosting the Tony Awards to starring in Schmigadoon and Disney’s Wish, Ariana DeBose is proving she’s not just a performer — she’s a movement.

She’s also:

• Headlining Elsie Fest
• Appearing in upcoming film projects from Disney and Netflix
• A returning favorite at Christmas Tree Lightings, the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, and NAACP events

🎥 Watch the Best Moments Now

Here are the must-see clips from Ariana DeBose at Macy’s Fireworks 2025:

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✍️ Final Thoughts

Ariana DeBose didn’t just sing — she owned America’s biggest stage on its biggest night. From fireworks to vocals, from NBC to Peacock, she made July 4th unforgettable.

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🎤 Ariana DeBose – Performer & Profile

1. Ariana DeBose IMDb Profile
2. Ariana DeBose Official Website
3. Ariana DeBose on Instagram
4. Ariana DeBose on YouTube

📺 NBC & Peacock – Broadcast Info

5. Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Special on NBC
6. Watch on Peacock – Macy’s Fireworks
7. NBC Insider: Ariana DeBose Hosting Recap

🧨 Event Coverage & Lineup Details

8. Playbill: Ariana DeBose Hosts Macy’s Fireworks 2025
9. AP News: Full 2025 Performer Lineup
10. Macy’s Inc. Fireworks Announcement

🎶 Performance Reviews & Fashion

11. Variety Review: Macy’s 4th of July Performances (Search on-site for latest article)
12. Vogue: Ariana DeBose’s Fireworks Style (Search “Ariana DeBose Macy’s 2025” once article is up)
13. Billboard: Performance Highlights (Use for music coverage)

🎄 Related Holiday Events

14. Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting
15. Ariana DeBose on Disney’s Wish – D23 Coverage