News4’s Walter Morris has what you need to know if your plans include heading to the National Mall to see the Fourth of July fireworks. Each year, Washington, DC celebrates the Fourth of July with a bang, meaning there are plenty of DC-flavored ways to honor Independence Day. Read below for some of our favorite selections and make sure to check out other summer activities in DC, including where to watch the fireworks on the Fourth. Ringing in the Fourth of July in D.C. is a lot more fun once you’re at your destination, and if it’s the National Mall, driving there will be nearly impossible. Washington, DC, Fourth of July Celebration Celebrate Freedom! It’s the biggest holiday in the Nation’s Capital! The National Mall provides prime viewing for the annual fireworks display, which promises to be one of the most spectacular in recent memory. The display will be held on Thursday, July 4, starting at 9:09 p.m. and will be launched from both sides of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Additional details for attending the July 4 fireworks display, including access points along the National Mall, prohibited items and road closures, will be released later this month. The Fourth of July brings firework displays across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia—and we’ve rounded up top spots to catch them. This list highlights festive viewing areas you can enjoy, from Here's the schedule for the July 4th Independence Day celebrations on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Discover the ultimate 4th of July guide for Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia! From National Mall fireworks to rooftop parties and family-friendly festivals, celebrate Independence Day in the DMV The July Fourth weekend is approaching; here's what you should know for your travel plans to Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. Celebrate Independence Day in DC, with A Capitol Fourth 2025! Get event details, performer lineup, viewing tips, and more for an unforgettable July 4th. If the thought of massive crowds on the National Mall has you reconsidering your Fourth of July plans, don’t worry — the D.C. region is packed with spectacular fireworks shows and family-friendly festivities happening closer to home. From Maryland’s beaches to Virginia’s historic towns, here’s your guide to catching the best Independence Day celebrations around the area: Maryland Washington, DC, Fourth of July Celebration Plan Your Visit The Independence Day Celebration is hosted by National Mall and Memorial Parks who welcome you and wish to provide the following information for the day of the event. All major Washington DC July 4th events are FREE to attend! Arrive early for the best viewing spots, especially for the National Mall fireworks at 9:09 PM. Metro stations will be crowded after fireworks, so plan extra travel time. Local Fourth of July Fireworks, Parades, and Celebrations Away From the National Mall Check out daytime fireworks, a boat parade, live music, and more at these patriotic parties. If you don’t feel like braving the crowds on the National Mall for D.C.’s Independence Day extravaganza, the D.C. area offers a feast of fireworks around the region for those who may want to 9 Entertaining Events to Celebrate Fourth of July Around the DC Area Fireworks, concerts, food cruises, and more Independence Day cheer. The complete guide to July Fourth celebrations in the D.C. area Toast America’s birthday with fireworks, parades, concerts and other events in and around Washington, D.C. From day to night and Beyoncé to parades, here’s what to do for the Fourth of July on the National Mall and beyond. The National Mall | July 4 One of the most iconic places to watch fireworks on the Fourth of July is the National Mall, in the heart of the nation’s capital. The colorful 17 1/2-minute display is set to illuminate the sky at around 9:09 p.m., launching from the sides of the Lincoln Reflecting Pool, according to the National Park Service. The National Mall will close 14th Street by the Washington Monument to the Lincoln Memorial starting at 4 a.m. July 4th for security sweeps. That secured area will open at 1 p.m. for
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