July 4th Fireworks 2022 Near Old Town Alexandria

ALEXANDRIA, VA — Cities and counties across the country continue to bring back many of the traditional Independence Day activities that were either canceled or modified the last two years. July 4 is just around the corner, so it's time to find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you in 2022.

We have all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Old Town Alexandria so you can start planning now.

Here's what's in store this July 4 in Alexandria:

July 4 Festivities

What: USA/Alexandria Birthday Celebration

Where: Oronoco Bay Park, 100 Madison St, Alexandria

When: Saturday, July 9, 6 p.m. to 9:45 p.m., fireworks at 9:30 p.m.

This celebration marks Alexandria's 273rd birthday and the USA’s 246th birthday. A performance by the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra will be held along with cupcakes, local vendors, live music and fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. Pets and smoking are not permitted at the event.

Aside from Oronoco Bay Park, fireworks viewing locations will include Center Canal Plaza; Rivergate Park, 2 Montgomery St.; Founders Park, 351 North Union St.; Waterfront Park, 1A Prince St.; Windmill Hill Park, 501 South Union St.; Fords Landing boardwalk, 99 Franklin St.; Jones Point Park, Jones Point Dr., and George Washington Masonic Temple, 101 Callahan Dr.

What: Independence Fireworks at Mount Vernon

Where: George Washington's Mount Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy., Mount Vernon

When: Friday, June 24 and Saturday, June 25, 6 p.m. to 9:3 p.m.

Enjoy fireworks and patriotic music at George Washington's estate. The mansion will be lit in red, white and blue during the event. Tickets for Saturday have already sold out. Ticket prices vary.

What: An American Celebration at Mount Vernon

Where: George Washington's Mount Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy., Mount Vernon

When: Monday, July 4, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., daytime fireworks at 1 p.m.

Visit Mount Vernon on Independence Day to meet George Washington, watch daytime fireworks, see a performance by the National Concert band, hear 18th century music in the upper garden, enjoy bread from an 18th century baking process and more. At 11 a.m., a naturalization ceremony will feature people around the world becoming U.S. citizens.

What: Fireworks on the National Mall in D.C.

Where: Fireworks will be launched from both sides of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.

When: The 17-minute display will be held on Monday, July 4 starting at 9:09 p.m.

There are several places in Virginia to view the show, including Gravelly Point, Key Bridge, and the Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo Jima) and Netherlands Carillon. To reach the last three viewing spots, take Metrorail to the Rosslyn station and walk south toward Arlington Cemetery.
One of the main fireworks viewing spots in Arlington, the Air Force Memorial, will be closed on Monday, July 4 due to the ongoing Arlington National Cemetery expansion project.

What: 42nd annual Capitol Fourth concert

Where: National Mall

When: The 42nd annual Capitol Fourth concert on PBS will begin at 8 p.m. ET, with country music singer and four-time Grammy-nominee Mickey Guyton serving as host of the event from D.C.
Guyton will lead an all-star cast in a patriotic evening of musical performances by top stars from pop, country, R&B, classical and Broadway featuring the National Symphony Orchestra under the direction of premier pops conductor Jack Everly.

Capping off the concert broadcast on PBS will be live coverage of the fireworks display on the National Mall captured by multiple cameras stationed around the city.

What: Workhouse Fireworks

Where: Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton

When: Saturday, July 2, 6 p.m.

This choreographed display of fireworks is the region's largest before July 4. The event will feature a performance of A Night of Wonder featuring Mark G. Meadows at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are required.

Due to pandemic surges, counties or cities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute, so double-check with organizers. Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar.