Let us guide you and your family through the city as we celebrate the nation’s birthday! District of Columbia residents, as well as residents within a 50 mile radius can take advantage of some of our tours and attractions for FREE when accompanied by a full fare adult paid guest with Hometown Pass!
Like the best things in life, the Smithsonian Folklife Festival is free to enjoy. The extravaganza is also easy to find, as it’s centrally located on the National Mall.
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9:00 PM
July 4 Fireworks
The National Mall is the most popular place to watch the fireworks display, with attendees staking out spots near the Washington Monument, the Jefferson Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, and various other locales across DC’s most scenic space. The 17-minute display is launched from both sides of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
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3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
AfroAmp Summer Festival
2006 Fenwick St NE
AfroAmp started as an Afrobeats and Amapiano music-led event. DJ Mambo created it to be a safe space for people to dance and enjoy themselves. Today, it remains a mecca of dance, hosting DJs who continue to push the boundaries of music with influence. Expect to hear sounds from all around the world in a truly one-of-a-kind experience that transforms the heart of the District of Columbia into the Dance Capital!
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2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Asanka Food Festival
Fort Hunt Park, 8999 Fort Hunt Rd, Alexandria, VA
The festival is not just about food; it’s a cultural extravaganza. Enjoy Afrobeats music, dances, and vibrant art displays that showcase Ghana’s diverse cultures. Engage with artisans at the craft market and take home unique handmade items that reflect Ghana’s rich artistic heritage.
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Concert Series on the Plaza
Wilson Plaza, Ronald Reagan Bldg and International Trade Center, Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Join us for free lunchtime performances featuring the area’s most talented entertainers. Enjoy a variety of musical flavors, such as Go-Go, jazz, bluegrass, folk, reggae, rock, country, pop rock, and more. Plenty of outdoor seating is available, so take the Metro, grab lunch, and spend the afternoon grooving.
