Fireworks at Yeonas Park from Vienna’s 2024 Independence Day Celebration (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) Though Fairfax County set off some Fourth of July fireworks prematurely, with displays in Lorton, McLean and at Lake Fairfax Park in Reston last weekend, residents who are sticking around for the holiday will still have plenty of options for celebrating. Coming up first, the Town of July 4, Fairfax High School Stadium; Gates open at 6:30 p.m., fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Live music and national anthem performance; Fairfax County (Lake Fairfax Park) June 28, full day of entertainment, food trucks, and fireworks after 9 p.m. Parking: $20 in advance, $25 day-of; Alexandria. July 12, celebrating Alexandria’s 276th birthday at From fireworks in northern Virginia to concerts and parades, there are tons of 4th of July Events in Fairfax, Arlington, Alexandria, and Loudoun! Some activities are tied to viewing the DC fireworks from Northern Virginia and others are on days other than Friday, July 4th, 2025. Fairfax City July 4th Parade This is the largest July 4th Parade in the Commonwealth and starts at 10 AM on Friday. Our nominees for Governor and Lieutenant Governor, Winsome Sears & John Reid, will be marching in the Parade with the Fairfax City Republicans and other candidates and volunteers Visit Fairfax City Independence Day Parade for all the details, including the Parade Route. Lake Fairfax Park isn’t the only spot in Fairfax County planning an early Fourth of July party this year. The Fairfax County Park Authority’s Independence Day celebration in Reston will compete tomorrow (Saturday) with festivities in McLean, Lorton and Mount Vernon, where George Washington’s estate will kick off two days of fireworks Volunteer for the Fourth of July Parade. Wreaths Across American . Funds support W.A.A and the Fourth of July Celebrations. Fairfax, VA 22030 Employee Connected. EVENING SHOW & FIREWORKS July 4, 2025 6:30PM - 10:30PM Fairfax High School Stadium 3501 Lion Run, Fairfax . IMPORTANT NOTICE: There will be BAG CHECKS to enter the event area. . All bags and coolers will be subject to inspect Enjoy a fun parade through downtown Fairfax featuring bands, entertainers, and civic groups. Our kids loved seeing the ever-popular Fairfax Library Precision Book Cart Drill Team. Free, 10:00. The city’s annual Fourth of July fireworks will be held once again at the Fairfax High School stadium. Events will run from 6:30-10 p.m., with bag checks in effect. Stafford County Fourth of Town of Vienna July 4th Celebration & Fireworks July 2, 2025. Celebrate America’s birthday with a hometown fireworks show worthy of “oohs” and “aahs” and live music from the band: So Fetch. The festivities take place at Yeonas Park, starting with live music at 6pm, followed by fireworks at 9:30pm. City of Fairfax Independence Day Join the Fairfax County and City of Fairfax Democratic Committees for the annual Fairfax Independence Day celebration and parade! Line-up begins at 9:30am behind the Old Courthouse in Division 7. Free parking available nearby at various lots in the City of Fairfax. The parade has all the requisite ingredients for the Fourth of July: marching bands, floats, Shriners' little cars and big motorcycles, old fire engines, clowns, and the scorching sun. The parade has featured flyovers by the Flying Circus Aerodrome — and, in 1996, a hot air balloon race. 4th of July Parade. Downtown Monticello; Friday, July 4th at 12 p.m. Morning Sun. 4th Happenings. Downtown Morning Sun; July 3rd through 5th; Featuring fireworks (July 4th), a lighted parade, games, train rides, food vendors, live entertainment, a dance, and more; Muscatine. 4th of July Celebration. Downtown & Muscatine River Front The parade is followed by the Future Fire Fighter’s Day event, which features children’s activities on fire safety and education. 10209 Main St., Fairfax. Dale City 4th of July Parade. July 4, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. This patriotic parade in Dale City runs down Dale Boulevard from Kirkdale to Gemini Way. Celebrate America’s Independence in Fairfax City on July 4 (July 1, 2025) — Fairfax City puts on a fabulous birthday party for the U.S.A.! Enjoy a variety of events and activities all day on July 4, including a parade, family-friendly firefighter festivities, cupcakes at the museum, fireworks, and more! Independence Day Parade Featuring the theme, “Freedom, Flip Flops and Fireworks,” Fairfax City’s always spectacular Fourth of July parade will hit the streets Friday, July 4, from 10 a.m-noon, and will go on, rain The parade has all the requisite ingredients for the Fourth of July: marching bands, floats, Shriners' little cars and big motorcycles, old fire engines, clowns, and the scorching sun. The parade has featured flyovers by the Flying Circus Aerodrome — and, in 1996, a hot air balloon race. The National Park Service hosts events and activities in Washington, DC. Most notable are the July 4th National Independence Day Parade / Concert / Fireworks. For top places to view the DC fireworks, click here. Herndon’s 4th of July Celebration. July 4, 6:30 p.m. Herndon Community Center: 814 Ferndale Ave., Herndon, free Fairfax County Park Authority Updates Residents City of Fairfax: Fairfax High School Stadium hosts Fairfax County’s annual show and fireworks on July 4. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. and the sky will light up with a fireworks show at 9:30 p.m
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