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. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to ALXnow. Thursday, July 4 Things To Do 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.: An American Celebration at Mount Vernon 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.: List of dates where Saturday falls on the 4th of the month - or any other combination. A roundup of what’s open and closed Friday in Virginia, Maryland and D.C. as the U.S. marks the Fourth of July. Independence Day, commonly known as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday in the United States which commemorates the ratification of the Declaration of Independence by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, establishing the United States of America. The Founding Father delegates of the Second Continental Congress declared that the Thirteen Colonies were no longer subject (and The Weekend Scene: Fireworks and more to celebrate Fourth of July weekend in the DC area Where to find fireworks, free concerts and more fun for Independence Day weekend in the D.C. area. The potential for heavy rain and tropical development on July 4th and through the weekend means the First Warning Weather team is calling for Impact Weather July 4-6. WASHINGTON, DC (June 20, 2025) – AAA projects 72.2 million people will travel at least 50 miles or more from home over the Independence Day holiday period from Saturday, June 28 to Sunday, July 6. This year’s domestic travel forecast is an increase of 1.7 million travelers compared to last year and 7 million more than in 2019. AAA’s Independence Day forecast includes two weekends instead The day of the week that the holiday falls on, changes each year. If July 4 is a Saturday, it is observed on Friday, July 3. If July 4 is a Sunday, it is observed on Monday, July 5; consult the above table for exact dates. See besides ' Independence Day ' even more holidays, click on one of the links below. Independence Day is an annual celebration of nationhood in the United States, commemorating the passage of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. It is celebrated on July 4. Pixels New York Area Festivals, Carnivals, and Fairs July 2025 Soak up the sun and have lots of fun at these local carnivals, festivals, and street fairs taking place in New York City, Long Island, Westchester, Rockland County and Bergen County. Revisit your favorite annual events and discover some new ones! The National Mall | July 4 One of the most iconic places to watch fireworks on the Fourth of July is the National Mall, in the heart of the nation’s capital. The colorful 17 1/2-minute display is set to illuminate the sky at around 9:09 p.m., launching from the sides of the Lincoln Reflecting Pool, according to the National Park Service. July is heating up in Pennsylvania! From high-energy festivals to family fun and outdoor thrills, can’t-miss events are popping off across the state. Make the most of every weekend—PA’s summer lineup won’t wait!COUNTDOWN TO AMERICA 250Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime celebration spending our nations 250th birthday where it all began – here in Pennsylvania. July 4, 2026 marks the All City of Alexandria government offices will be closed on Friday, July 4 to celebrate the Fourth of July. Other schedule changes and closures are listed below. Minnesota weather: Hot and muggy July 4th; scattered storms Saturday By Jared Piepenburg Published July 2, 2025 11:40am CDT Weather Forecast List of dates where Saturday falls on the 4th of the month - or any other combination. We're less than a week out from the country celebrating the Fourth of July. Here's a list of spots on Long Island that will send off fireworks for the holiday. Mad Hatter Fourth of July Celebration The Mad Hatter’s July 4th Waterfront Celebration in Vallejo, CA will attract thousands of attendees to celebrate July 4th at Vallejo’s Waterfront by the Ferry Terminal. Giant Kites will dominate the sky by international festival kite flyer: Tony, the Kite Man of Martinez from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. From fireworks shows and parades to festivals and hometown celebrations, here are the best things to do in DC with kids this 4th of July weekend. 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. If the Fourth of July falls on a Sunday, the federally observed holiday is the following Monday, July 5. If the Fourth of July falls on a Saturday, the observed holiday for most (but not all) federal employees is Friday, July 3.
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