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Fireworks on the National MallFirework start at 9:05 p.m and last 14 ½ minutes.Fireworks are launched from Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
Best Place to watch are anywhere along the National Mall between 14th St and the Capitol.
Independence Day culminates with a spectacular fireworks display launched from West Potomac Park and behind the Lincoln Memorial which will be visible from many locations throughout D.C. and Northern Virginia. The fireworks will be cancelled in case of heavy rain, thunderstorms or high winds.
Additional viewing areas include the Lincoln Memorial, National Mall, Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, Thomas Jefferson Memorial, The White House Ellipse, West Potomac Park, East Potomac Park, and Anacostia Park.
On the Virginia side, you can view Washington DC Fireworks from the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial and the George Washington Memorial Parkway.
For more details, click here:
https://www.fxva.com/event/4th-of-july-fireworks-on-the-national-mall/22071/
Rooftop Bars
DC has many festive rooftop bars with amazing panoramic views of the firework
Some of them are:
-POV Rooftop Lounge and Terrace at the W Hotel
-Beacon Bar and Grill at the Beacon
Hotel
-1905 Bistro in the Shaw neighborhood
-Flight Wine Bar near Chinatown
-Avery’s Bar and Lounge on H St NE
A Capitol Fourth (39th Annual Capitol Fourth Concert)
8 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol
This all-star salute to America\’s 243rd birthday with performances by Grammy Award-winning music legend Carole King, multi-platinum recording artist Vanessa Williams, Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Colbie Caillat, the National Symphony Orchestra, and a special appearance by the Sesame Street Muppets!
Prohibited items:
Entering the site will require security screening. This will include a search of all bags, coolers, backpacks and closed containers. Banned items include the following:
- Alcoholic beverages
- Glass bottles
- Animals (other than service animals)
- Bicycles and motorized scooters; devices required for accessibility (ADA) will be accommodated
- Firearms and ammunition (either real or simulated)
- Explosives, including fireworks
- Knives, blades or sharp objects
- Laser pointers, signs, posters
- Mace, pepper spray
- Sticks, poles
- Electric stun guns
- Martial arts weapons or devices
- Umbrellas larger than 36 inches in diameter
- Pocket or hand tools
- Sealed packages, large boxes, duffel bags, suitcases
- Drones, model rockets, remote or manually controlled model gliders, model airplanes or unmanned aircraft, model boats and/or cars, and other unmanned ground or aircraft systems.
Certain items including beach or camp chairs sitting low to the ground are permitted. Additionally, food products may be brought in and guests are encouraged to bring their own water.
Salute to America
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Lincoln Memorial
President Donald J. Trump honors America’s armed forces with music, military demonstrations, flyovers and much more. Participants include the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, the U.S. Army Band (“Pershing’s Own”), the Armed Forces Chorus, the United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Team, and many others. Gates open at 3:30.
Maryland
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Explore Charles County: Independence Day Concert & Fireworks
11765 St. Linus Dr. Regency Furniture Stadium Waldorf, Maryland 20602
Charles County – Southern Maryland
Ticket required to enter Regency Furniture Stadium.
The event begins at 5:30 p.m. Finish your evening with fireworks taking place at dusk.
Link: https://www.charlescountymd.gov/coadmin/tourism/explore-charles-county-independence-day-concert
Town of Indian Head 4th of July Celebration & Fireworks
The Village Green Park and Pavilion – 100 Walter Thomas Road, Indian Head
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4th of July Fireworks in Historic Annapolis
Fireworks launched from a barge in Annapolis Harbor
Best views are NE of the Severn River, City Dock, and along Naval Academy Bridge
Fireworks will begin at 9:15 p.m.Link: https://www.visitannapolis.org/events/annual/4th-of-july
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Frederick’s 4th: An Independence Day Celebration
Baker Park Bandshell – 121 N. Bentz Street
Event time is from 12:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Fireworks begin at duskLink: https://www.visitfrederick.org/event/fredericks-4th%3A-an-independence-day-celebration/11521/
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Howard County’s July 4th Festival & Fireworks
10275 Wincopin Circle, Columbia, MD 21044
Event will start at 5:00 p.m. and end at 10:00 p.m. (Fireworks will begin after dark).
Link: https://www.visithowardcounty.com/event/howard-county’s-july-4th-fireworks/9670/
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Gaithersburg 4th of July Celebration (Activity Center at Boher Park)
Boher Park at Summit Hall Farm – 506 South Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Gates open at 5 p.m. Fireworks begin around 9:30 and last half an hour.Link:
https://www.tripsavvy.com/gaithersburg-4th-of-july-fireworks-1038362
Independence Day Celebration
Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park – 1800 Piccard Drive, Rockville Maryland.
Music begins at 7 p.m. with two stages and two performances. The firework display begins at dark (Approximately 9:15 p.m.)
Link:
https://culturecapital.com/event/70612/rockville-independence-day-celebration
Takoma Park Independence Day Celebrations
Takoma Park Middle School – 7611 Piney Branch Road, Takoma Park
Parade starts at 10 a.m., fireworks start at dark (Approximately 9:30 p.m.)
Link:
https://takomapark4th.org/sitecode.fol/pages.fol/tpidchome.aspx
Germantown Glory
South Germantown Recreational Park – 108041 Central Park Circle, Boyds, MD
Kicks off with a concert at South Germantown Recreational Park at 7:00 pm. Firework show starts at 9:15 p.m.
Annual 4th of July Fireworks Celebration Poolesville
Poolesville Polo Grounds – 14660 Hughes Rd
Live music at 6 p.m. and the fireworks begin at 9 p.m.
Link: https://visitmontgomery.com/blog/festivals-events/fourth-of-july-fireworks/
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Six Flags America July 4th Fest (July 3-6)
13710 Central Avenue, Bowie
Fireworks and live entertainment every night
Be a part of the four day celebration at Six flags this holiday. There are fireworks and live entertainment every night from July 3- June 6. Cool off at their water park and enjoy exclusive ride times during this festival. To learn how you can receive a discount on your park pass or more details about the event visit: https://www.sixflags.com/america/special-events/celebration/july-4th-fest
4th of July Celebration at UMD
University of Maryland – Campus Dr. & Adelphi Rd.
Celebrate with Fireworks and Rock and Roll tunes
Event will begin at 5:00 p.m. and take place through 8:00 p.m.
Link:
https://www.tripsavvy.com/college-park-fireworks-independence-day-1038359
Virginia
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City of Fairfax Independence Day Evening Show & FireworksFairfax High School – 3501 Rebel Run, Fairfax, VA 22030
Event and Activities starting at 5:30pm with Fireworks show at 9:00 p.m.
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Fairfax City Independence Day Parade
Massey Building – 4100 Chain Bridge Rd, Fairfax, VA
Parade begins at 8:30 a.m. and concludes at 11:30 a.m.
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Reston Fireworks (Lake Fairfax Fireworks Spectacular)
*Taking place on Saturday June 29, 2019*
Lake Fairfax Park – 1400 Lake Fairfax Drive Reston, VA 20190
Park grounds open at 7am with live music from 3:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Fireworks begin around 9:15 p.m.
Link:
https://www.virginia.org/listings/Events/LakeFairfaxFireworksSpectacular/
Falls Church Fireworks
George Mason High School – 7124 Leesburg Pike
Falls Church, VA 22043
Officially starts at 6:00 p.m. with live music at 7 p.m. and Fireworks at 9:20 p.m.
Link:
https://www.fallschurchva.gov/644/July-4th-Celebration
Herndon 4th of July Celebration
Bready Park, Herndon Community Center – 814 Ferndale Ave.
Music begins at 7 p.m. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
Link:
https://www.herndon-va.gov/recreation/special-events/4th-of-july
Vienna Fourth of July
Vienna Community Center – 120 Cherry Street Southeast
Fireworks begin at dark (Approximately at 9:30 p.m.)
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Independence Day Celebration at Great Meadow – July 4
Equestrian and Field Event Center – 5089 Old Tavern Rd., The Plains, VA 20198
Gates open at 4 p.m. and fireworks start around 9:30 p.m.
Link:
https://www.virginia.org/Listings/Events/IndependenceCelebrationatGreatMeadows
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4th of July at King’s Dominion – July 2-7 (Fireworks Everyday leading up to July 7)
16000 Theme Park Way, Doswell
Live entertainment, fireworks and special offers
Link:
https://www.kingsdominion.com/play/events/star-spangled-celebration
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Leesburg Independence Day Celebration
Ida Lee Park – 60 Ida Lee Drive
Gates open at 6:00 p.m.
Concert begins at 6:30 p.m. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m.Link:
4th of July in Middleburg
Middleburg Community Center Fields – 300 W. Washington St Middleburg, VA 20117
Parade starts at 6 p.m. Fireworks at dark
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Signal Hill Park
9300 Signal View Drive
Manassas Park, VA 20111
Fireworks begin at DuskManassas Fourth of July Fireworks
Old Town Manassas Train Depot – 9431 West Street
Fireworks begin at 9:15 p.m.
Link:
http://visitmanassas.org/?s=fireworks and http://www.pwcgov.org/government/dept/FR/fmo/Pages/Professional-Fireworks-Displays-(Prince-William-County).aspx
G. Richard Pfitzner Stadium
7 County Complex Court
Woodbridge, VA 22192
Fireworks begin after the game
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