On June 14, as Trump held a national military parade in Washington, D.C.,–the largest the capital city has seen in decades—people across the U.S. gathered for counter-action, attending "No Numerous Fourth of July celebrations are planned throughout the Oklahoma City metro area. Events include fireworks displays, live music, food trucks, and family-friendly activities. Festivities are scheduled in various locations, including Blanchard, Scissortail Park, Moore, Edmond, Choctaw, Shawnee National Park activities The National Park Service is hosting various events related to July Fourth, one of which is a family scavenger hunt called Operation Independence. The July Fourth Independence Day Celebration on the National Mall in Washington kicks off Friday morning with the annual parade along Constitution Avenue and ends later that night with fireworks over the mall's memorials, monuments and landmarks. Below is the full schedule, plus what to know about 'Free America' Event Locations on July Fourth Weekend Women's March, the organization behind "Free America Weekend," is calling on people to join or host events over the coming holiday weekend. Thousands in US plan 'Free America' protests on Independence Day. Women's March leads rallies, vigils against Trump's policies. Events span all 50 states with marches and block parties. Protesters aim to protect civil liberties. Demonstrations follow earlier anti-Trump actions. Various cities host events with diverse formats. The goal is to celebrate true freedom and unity across the nation. Fourth of July 2025 weekend celebrations at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, which starts with remarks from the president tonight, July 3, will kick off a year of events around the country. Military flyovers are set for the Fourth of July in D.C. as President Donald Trump invited Operation Midnight Hammer pilots to the White House. For the first time as president, Donald Trump doesn’t appear to have any public events on his calendar for 4th of July. Fans of fireworks may face higher prices this Fourth of July. That's because most fireworks are made in China and importers now have to pay tariffs of at least 30%. Whether you’re looking for fireworks, family fun, or live music, there are plenty of events to celebrate the nation’s birthday this weekend. To top off the celebrations, Trump has proposed a record-breaking fireworks display on July 4, 2026. Set to be held in Washington, D.C., the show would span multiple locations along the National Mall, synchronized with a patriotic musical score. The Fourth of July falls on a Friday this year, and the Charlotte region is preparing for a full slate of fireworks celebrations. Communities across North and South Carolina will host events featuring live music, family-friendly activities, and grand fireworks displays. The biggest show in the area is SkyShow 2025, taking place after the Charlotte [] Around the country, there are protests planned against Trump’s polices, and in places like southern California, where immigration raids have rattled communities, some July Fourth celebrations were cancelled. Fireworks retailers are also dealing with tariffs. But at the same time, holiday travel is expected to break records. America celebrates its 250th birthday on July 4, 2026. In honor, President Donald Trump launched America250. Here's what we know. From 'Free America' protests to rallies against Trump's 'big, beautiful bill,' here's what protests are happening July 4th in New Jersey. WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Tuesday promised military tanks along with “Incredible Flyovers & biggest ever Fireworks!” for the Fourth of July in Washington. But the District President Trump is set to kick off a one-year countdown to America's 250th birthday with a speech July 3 at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines. The Fourth of July boycott takes aim at the Trump administration, urging Americans to stay silent on the patriotic holiday. Here's what to know. LOS ANGELES - Multiple cities across Southern California are canceling or postponing 4th of July celebration events due to safety concerns for residents amid ongoing immigration raids.
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