Old Town Pool (via City of Alexandria) Open on July 4: Historic Alexandria: The Alexandria Black History Museum, Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum, Fort Ward Museum and Historic Site, Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, and the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum will be open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. All other Historic Alexandria museums will be closed. Head to Oronoco Bay Park in Old Town Alexandria on July 12 from 6-9:45 p.m. for a celebration in honor of Alexandria’s 276th birthday and America’s 249th. The fun includes live music and food and drink vendors, culiminating in a fireworks display over the Potomac River. Whether you’re looking for your local community festivities or want to celebrate with extravagant illuminations, here’s where you can catch the fireworks in Northern Virginia. Old Town Alexandria Waterfront – Head to the water’s edge to catch distant but scenic bursts with a charming town backdrop. Celebrate Alexandria's 275th birthday and the USA's 248th birthday at this event ending with a fireworks finale. The event includes live music by the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra, Town Crier Good Fortune's 4th of July Party: Red, White & Boom! Friday, July 4, 2025 | 699 Prince St., Alexandria, VA Welcome to the rooftop celebration of the summer. Join us at Good Fortune, the crown jewel of Hotel Heron, for our Red, White & Boom party—an unforgettable Independence Day experience with the most iconic view of D.C.’s fireworks from the heart of Old Town Alexandria. What's included From Northern Virginia to Hampton Roads, Patch has rounded up the best July 4th fireworks displays and festive events across Virginia. Fireworks (photo via DESIGNECOLOGIST/Unsplash) Here’s a roundup of all the events, live music, and entertainment happening around Alexandria this weekend, Thursday, July 4, through Sunday, July 7, 2024. Friday, July 4: Old Town Pool, Warwick Pool, and Memorial Pool will be open 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. All other City of Alexandria recreation facilities and nature centers will be closed. o Make Alexandria your home base during Washington, D.C.’s iconic evening fireworks show, visible from vantage points throughout the city. Saturday, July 13: The City of Alexandria celebrates its milestone 275 th birthday and the USA’s 248 th birthday with a grand fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. at Oronoco Bay Park. Just across the river from Washington, D.C., Alexandria, VA, is the perfect spot to stay while you celebrate Independence Day. Enjoy festive fireworks shows in Washington, D.C., attend activities at the home of the nation’s first president, savor beer and barbecue flavors and much more. Open-air green space with direct views of the National Mall display Easily accessible by foot, car, or public transit Family-friendly with room to spread out Old Town Alexandria Waterfront Enjoy a charming, small-town backdrop while watching distant but scenic fireworks bursts from across the Potomac. Walkable area with local restaurants and live music nearby Waterfront views with a festive For a belated fireworks experience, patrons can visit Jula’s on the Potomac – a waterfront restaurant in Old Town Alexandria. In celebration of Alexandria’s 276th birthday, the restaurant will be offering a two-person dining experience on the terrace with a six-course tasting menu and a fireworks display over the Potomac River. 4th Of July Fireworks in Alexandria Check out happening 4th of july fireworks events all around Alexandria, VA Good Fortune's 4th of July Party: Red, White and Boom! Fri, 04 Jul, 2025 at 06:00 pm 699 Prince St USD 162 to 215
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