Fourth of July activities in Virginia will have extra sparkle in 2026 as the nation celebrates the 250th anniversary, or semiquincentennial, of the Declaration of Independence.
The holiday falls on a Saturday in the middle of a three-day weekend, July 3-5. To help you fit it all in on your 4th of July calendar, Patch has put together a guide to fireworks and other celebrations across Northern Virginia and D.C.
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When: July 4, 10:30 a.m.
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Where: Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, D.C.
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Details: Marching bands, military units, floats, giant balloons and patriotic performances along the National Mall.
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When: July 4
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Where: National Mall, Washington, D.C.
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Details: America250 celebration featuring military demonstrations, patriotic performances and an evening fireworks display.
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When: July 4
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Where: Old Town Fairfax and Fairfax High School
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Details: Parade begins at 10 a.m.; evening entertainment and fireworks begin at 6:30 p.m.
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When: July 4, 3-10 p.m.
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Where: Historic Downtown Manassas
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Details: Live music, family activities, food vendors and fireworks after dark.
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When: Downtown Leesburg
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Where: July 4, 10 a.m.
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Details: Annual parade through historic downtown featuring marching bands, floats and community groups.
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When: July 4, 6 p.m.
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Where: Ida Lee Park, Leesburg
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Details: A night of music, food, fireworks and fun.
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When: July 4, 5-10 p.m.
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Where: Franklin Park, Purcellville
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Details: Live music, children's activities, food vendors and fireworks.
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When: July 4, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
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Where: George Washington's Mount Vernon
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Details: Daytime fireworks, military demonstrations, a naturalization ceremony and family activities.
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When: July 4
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Where: Yeonas Park, Vienna
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Details: Community celebration with live entertainment and an evening fireworks display.
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When: July 4, 10 a.m.
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Where: Fairlington, Arlington
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Details: Neighborhood parade featuring decorated bikes, community groups and local performers.
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When: July 5
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Where: Signal Hill Park, Manassas Park
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Details: Food trucks, live music and an evening fireworks show.
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When: July 11, 6-10 p.m.
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Where: Oronoco Bay Park, Alexandria
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Details: Alexandria celebrates both the nation's 250th birthday and the city's anniversary with live entertainment and fireworks.
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