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Celebrate America's 250th birthday with a vibrant weekend of waterfront activities including a Veterans' Maker's Market, live music from the School of Rock, and boating fun on the Potomac. While there are no fireworks, families can enjoy shopping at Tanger National Harbor, a outdoor screening of Back to the Future, and a Super Hero Summer experience at Gaylord National Resort.

Local Event: July 4th Weekend At National Harbor

July 4th Weekend At National Harbor

Celebrate America's 250th birthday with a vibrant weekend of waterfront activities including a Veterans' Maker's Market, live...

3rd Street Northwest & Constitution Avenue Northwest

America’s National Independence Day Parade takes place annually on July 4th at 10:30 am in Washington, D.C. before a street audience of thousands of spectators. The parade starts at 3rd St. NW and Constitution Ave., runs south along 3rd St. SW to Independence Ave., heads west at Independence Ave., and ends at 12th St. SW.The Parade consists of invited bands, fife and drum corps, floats, military and specialty units, giant balloons, equestrian, drill teams, VIP’s, national dignitaries, and celebrity participants.

Local Event: National Independence Day Parade 2026

National Independence Day Parade 2026

America’s National Independence Day Parade takes place annually on July 4th at 10:30 am in Washington, D.C. before a street...

The Capital Wheel

🇺🇸 250th National Harbor Veterans Makers Market – 4th of July Celebration 🇺🇸
Honor service. Celebrate freedom. Experience community.
Join us for a powerful and patriotic Fourth of July celebration at the 250th National Harbor Veterans Makers Market, marking America’s 250th anniversary and honoring the men and women who have served our country.
Spend the day supporting veteran makers and artisans while enjoying the vibrant energy of National Harbor. Browse handcrafted art, crafts, jewelry, home décor, gifts, and specialty items—each piece representing creativity, resilience, and service.
What to Expect: • Veteran-made art, crafts, and specialty goods • Meaningful handmade and patriotic finds • Support veteran-owned and small businesses • A heartfelt Independence Day waterfront experience 
📅 Saturday, July 4, 2026 ⏰ 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📍 Capital Canopy (next to the Capital Wheel) 📌 155 National Plaza, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
FREE ADMISSION. PET FRIENDLY. RAIN OR SHINE EVENT.

Local Event: National Harbor Veterans Makers Market

National Harbor Veterans Makers Market

🇺🇸 250th National Harbor Veterans Makers Market – 4th of July Celebration 🇺🇸
Honor service. Celebrate freedom. Experience...

Washington Monument Grounds

Every generation gets one moment that they remember for the rest of their lives. In 2026, generations of Americans will look up at the sky and remember the incredible sights of the 250th anniversary. From the first flyby of the Moon since 1972 to July 4, 2026, yet another moment will arrive.
The capstone of America’s 250th anniversary brings hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Washington Monument grounds and surrounding areas for a full day of performances, flyovers, first time aerobatic demonstrations over DC, and a live broadcast evening program—culminating with the largest fireworks display in history.<h2>What to Expect</h2>
<ul><li>Daytime program with headline musical performances and military flyovers, beginning at 1 PM</li><li>Evening live broadcast with the Joint Armed Forces Orchestra and national speakers starting at 7 PM</li><li>850,000 fireworks shells launched from 10 sites: Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, 8 Potomac River barges, and West Potomac Park</li><li>Freedom 250 firework display at 10:30 p.m., join in person or via livestream!</li></ul>Tickets: <a href="https://link.send.nucleuswire.com/click/e1570552/VaHR0cHM6Ly9ldmVudHMuZnJlZWRvbTI1MC5vcmcvZXZlbnRzL2ZyZWVkb20yNTAtZm91cnRob2ZqdWx5LWV2ZW50/Sc2VuZF9udWNsZXVzd2lyZV9jb20yNjA2MDc/LbmN3TTQzZkxlQg/gaiXMbA/sagd4764f82" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click Here</a>

Local Event: Salute to America Celebration & Fireworks 2026

Salute to America Celebration & Fireworks 2026

Every generation gets one moment that they remember for the rest of their lives. In 2026, generations of Americans will look up...

Atlas Performing Arts Center

Join Supreme Chord, a dynamic all-voices a cappella group with members across the DMV&nbsp;(including in Beltsville!) for our 18th anniversary at the Atlas Performing Arts Center with an amazing night of a cappella music celebrating our collective milestones in life!&nbsp; You can get your tickets via the <a href="https://www.atlasarts.org/events/supremechord/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Atlas Performing Arts Center</a>.
The performance will also feature Supreme Chord as well as two dynamic&nbsp; D.C.-based ensembles as guest groups:&nbsp;Chord of Appeals and The Augmented Eight.&nbsp;
We’re also pleased that a portion of proceeds from this concert will go to support critical youth programs in DC through a partnership with&nbsp;<a href="https://wearedcaction.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">DC Action</a>, a local non-profit focused on making the District of Columbia a place where all young people grow up safe, resilient, powerful, and heard.

Local Event: Key Changes: Supreme Chord Turns 18

Key Changes: Supreme Chord Turns 18

Join Supreme Chord, a dynamic all-voices a cappella group with members across the DMV (including in Beltsville!) for our 18th...

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Key Changes: Supreme Chord Turns 18