Fourth of July: DC's Schedule of Events, Parades, 'A Salute to America' and More
Independence Day festivities in Washington, D.C., kick off at 11:45 a.m. with a parade on Constitution Avenue
National Independence Day Parade .
Constitution Avenue NW from 7th Street NW to 17th Street NW
11:45 a.m. to 2 p.m
Would it be the Fourth of July without drum corps, marching bands, dancers? The National Independence Day Parade has all the patriotic fixings, and it's free to attend.
"A Salute to America"
The Lincoln Memorial
Gates open at 3:30 p.m.
Event goes 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Expect music, military demonstrations and more, the National Park Service says.
The Blue Angels, Air Force 1 and aircraft from all five branches of the military will conduct flyovers.
President Trump will also deliver a speech from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial.
The U.S. Army Band, U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Team and the Old Guard Fire and Drum corps are a few scheduled participants.
The area closest to the memorial will be reserved for ticket holders, but there will be standing room open to the public near part of the Reflecting Pool.
"A Capitol Fourth"
West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol
8-9:30 p.m.
Carole King, Vanessa Williams, Colbie Caillat and Vanessa Carlton just a few performers set to take the stage in honor of America's 243rd birthday. PBS, John Stamos will host "A Capitol Fourth" and even the Sesame Street Muppets will make a special appearance.
The concert is free and open to the public. General Admission gates usually open at 3 p.m., organizers say. You'll have to pass through security to enter. Food and drink are allowed, but alcohol is prohibited.
Fireworks
Launch Site: Lincoln Memorial and West Potomac Park
9:07 p.m. and 9:22 p.m.
This fireworks display is being hyped as one of the biggest the nation's capital has ever seen. West Potomac Park will close to the public so two companies reportedly can join forces for a pyrotechnic blowout visible from much of D.C. and Northern Virginia, the companies have said they're donating their fireworks to set a record for the biggest show.
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