Seasonal & Holidays
Fourth of July In Leesburg: Celebrate America's 250th
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July 4 falls on a Saturday in 2026, giving Leesburg residents an extra-long holiday weekend to celebrate. From hometown traditions and community festivals to fireworks displays and family-friendly fun, there are plenty of ways to mark Independence Day close to home.
This year's holiday also coincides with America's 250th birthday, making it an especially memorable time to get out and celebrate. Before heading out, be sure to confirm event details, parking information and weather plans with organizers.
Leesburg Independence Day Parade
When: Saturday, July 4, 2026, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Where: Downtown Leesburg, King Street from Ida Lee Drive to Fairfax Street
Admission: Free
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Leesburg's annual Independence Day Parade starts the holiday with a patriotic march through historic downtown. The parade begins at Ida Lee Park, travels down King Street and concludes at Fairfax Street, with floats, community groups and the 16th annual Patriot's Cup Competition.
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Independence Declared: A 250th Anniversary
When: Saturday, July 4, 2026, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Where: Loudoun County Courthouse Grounds | 18 E. Market St., Leesburg
Admission: Free
After the parade, residents can explore Leesburg's Revolutionary history during a special America 250 event on the courthouse grounds. The day includes exhibits, reenactors, hands-on activities, guided tours and a live reading of the Declaration of Independence.
July 4 At Loudoun Museum
When: Saturday, July 4, 2026, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Where: Loudoun Museum | 16 Loudoun St. SW, Leesburg
Admission: Free
Loudoun Museum will commemorate America's 250th anniversary with Revolutionary-era exhibits, patriotic family-friendly activities and walking tours of historic downtown Leesburg. Tours are scheduled at the top of each hour from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Concert And Fireworks At Ida Lee Park
When: Saturday, July 4, 2026, gates open at 6 p.m.; fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
Where: Ida Lee Park | 60 Ida Lee Drive NW, Leesburg
Admission: Free
Leesburg's evening celebration brings music, food and fireworks to Ida Lee Park. Gates open at 6 p.m., Go Go Gadjet takes the stage at 6:30 p.m. and the region's largest fireworks show is scheduled to light up the sky at 9:30 p.m.
Franklin On The Fourth
When: Saturday, July 4, 2026, 5–10 p.m.
Where: Franklin Park | 17501 Franklin Park Drive, Purcellville
Admission: Free
About 20 minutes from Leesburg, Franklin Park will host a family-friendly Independence Day celebration with inflatables, games, a DJ, face painting, food for purchase and live music. Fireworks are scheduled for approximately 9:30 p.m., accompanied by live music from Loudoun Symphonic Winds.
Claude Moore Park Fourth Fest
When: Saturday, July 4, 2026, 10:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
Where: Claude Moore Park | 21544 Old Vestals Gap Road, Sterling
Admission: Free
Families looking for a daytime outing can head to Claude Moore Park for Fourth Fest, featuring live music, crafts, nature exhibits, historic tours, carnival games and food available for purchase. The event offers a festive, low-key way to celebrate before evening fireworks.
Have a safe and happy Fourth of July! Looking for even more ways to celebrate? Visit Patch's local events calendar for additional happenings in and around the Leesburg area.
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