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About 500,000 people are expected in New Orleans for Essence Fest and Fourth of July. City officials detail closures, safety plans, and crowd control. Skip Navigation Law enforcement agencies will join forces to manage crowds, traffic and beach activity across the island during the holiday weekend that begins Friday, July 4, with the Anna Maria Island Privateers’ Independence Day Parade. The parade will begin at 10 a.m. at Coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach and head north to Bayfront Park in Anna Maria. Here’s how to best avoid traffic and crowds while traveling this July Fourth, whether you’re taking a trip by train, plane, or car. The most popular mode of transport by far over the holiday week With summer travel in full swing and July 4th just up ahead, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has announced another record-breaking day of flying already achieved. Agents screened Dips Made for 4th of July Snacking. Every party needs a few reliable dips. These recipes are great for scooping, spreading, and grazing between games and fireworks. Corn Dip with Rotel – Creamy, cheesy, and just the right amount of heat. No leftovers expected. Cucumber Dip – Light and refreshing. Serve with crackers or raw veggies. Queso a Need 4th of July appetizer ideas? We’re here to help! I’ve rounded up 25 of our best 4th of July appetizers below. They include show-stopping snack platters, fun finger foods, crowd-pleasing party dips, and more. Most showcase fresh summer produce (my favorite 4th of July recipes usually do!), and all of them are delicious. The best Fourth of July recipes that feed a crowd and can be made ahead of time are potato salads, macaroni salads, homemade veggie burgers for plant-based guests, deviled eggs and almost any Fourth of July desserts. A great way to prep for meats is by making marinades or barbecue sauces the day before or pre-assembling skewers if serving kabobs. News4’s Walter Morris has what you need to know if your plans include heading to the National Mall to see the Fourth of July fireworks. Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta for a Crowd. Kickstart your culinary adventure with this Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta, a dish that marries simplicity with decadence. Perfect for feeding a crowd, it’s a harmonious blend of succulent shrimp and al dente pasta, bathed in a rich garlic butter sauce. Ingredients. 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined The Fourth of July holiday weekend is jamming U.S. airports with the biggest crowds since the pandemic began in 2020. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier) LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — If you're planning to travel for the Fourth of July holiday, get ready for crowds — a lot of them. This year’s Independence Day travel is on track to break national 4th of July travel likely to shatter records: What to expect A record 72.2 million people are expected to travel for the Fourth of July. 4th of July travel: Where storms, traffic and crowds are expected to hit hardest as record-breaking weekend forecast Experts say to expect record-breaking amounts of travelers this July Fourth From parades to fireworks, explore how July 4 traditions bring crowds, food and patriotism to streets, markets and skies across the U.S. Fourth of July is summer vacation time at Walt Disney World, which means high crowds and hot weather, plus fireworks and entertainment. This guide to July 4, 2025 covers what to expect for Independence Day Weekend at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and beyond. (Updated June 17, 2025.) In general, the first thing to expect on July [] According to AAA, a record 72.2 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home during the July 4th holiday period (June 28th – July 6th), marking a 1.7 million increase Best & Worst Weeks to Visit Walt Disney World in July. 2025 Best Weeks. July 7-31: Lowest crowds and prices of the month, just know it will be hot.; 2025 Worst Weeks. July 1-6: Fourth of July crowds, although the crowds aren’t as heavy in years past possibly due to Annual Passholder blockouts. Ready to try some new Fourth of July desserts? I hope this list of 4th of July desserts has given you tons of inspiration for fun new recipes to try. Patriotic food is always a crowd-pleaser, and these festive treats will be such a hit! You may also like: 50 Easy Vacation Meal Ideas. 37 Fun Bonfire Party Food Ideas For some people, the Fourth of July is all about backyard barbecues and watching their hometown fireworks show. Millions of others, however, are getting out of town: AAA reports a record-breaking Some Vermont towns are celebrating the Fourth of July on Thursday, and places like Burlington and Montpelier are both expecting big crowds. With thousands expected to come to downtown areas amid
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