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Where do you like to go to view fireworks?
Here are some of the top places to view July 4th fireworks around the nation…
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Washington, DC – What better place to celebrate July 4th than along the mall in the Nation’s Capital. Begin your day early with the parade down Constitution Avenue and then enjoy The Smithsonian Folklife Festival. The festivities continue on the Capitol’s West Lawn with a free, 90-minute concert featuring the National Symphony Orchestra and Barry Manilow, followed by fireworks from the reflecting pool. Go here for more details.
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New York City – The Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks is the largest display in the nation. Fireworks are set off from four barges in the Hudson River. This year will include some unique displays including jellyfish, butterflies and smiling faces, as well as synchronized music curated by Usher.
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Boston – The 40th anniversary of the Boston Pops July 4th Fireworks Spectacular features a concert followed by fireworks in the Charles River. For more information, go here.
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Philadelphia – Celebrate America’s birthday in America’s birthplace with a parade, the “tapping” of the Liberty Bell, a concert featuring John Mayer and The Roots, and a fireworks extravaganza. Stay for the weekend to enjoy Taste of Philadelphia. Go here for more information.
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St. Louis – After taking in the 136th Veiled Prophet parade, stake your claim on a rooftop or in one of the grassy parks downtown to watch the fireworks over the St. Louis Gateway Arch. For more information, go here.
Houston – The country’s largest land based show is in Houston where Freedom Over Texas kicks off with a concert featuring Sheryl Crow and Martina McBride followed by spectacular fireworks.
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For those of you who live outside the US…I am sure you are familiar with our Independence Day holiday and have similar celebrations in your country. If you are ever visiting the US on the 4th of July, you will definitely enjoy our celebrations!
If you are looking for some delicious food suggestions, check out this post from Pine Cones and Acorns. And if you want some inspiring pictures of 4th of July decorations, visit this post from The Polohouse and this one from Talk of the House.
Have a wonderful holiday filled with colorful fireworks, tasty summer food and fun times with your friends and family! I will be taking the rest of the week off to enjoy my family…see you Monday!
Thanks for the shout-out Sandy! Those photos of fireworks are great – especially the one over Houston. I had no idea there was a Macys' one. Seeing the Macys' parade on Thanksgiving Day has always been on my bucket list…might have to add their 4th of July fireworks to it, too! We have local fireworks displays there are nice around here (and our neighbor does some too!)
Have a great Independence Day!
I've been lucky enough to spend a few 4ths in NYC. Hope you have a wonderful holiday, Sandy.
Hi Sandy~Your images always make me swoon! These fireworks displays look fantastic. Some of my favorite 4th of July holidays were spent with my family at Lake Tahoe-fireworks on the beach. Enjoy your time with your family my friend.
xx, Heather
All spectacular places for viewing the fireworks! The park in our little city puts on a terrific display…
And hooray for Elizabeth at Pine Cones…she is a treasure!
Have a safe and wonderful 4th, dear Sandy!
xoxo,
– Irina
When I was 12 years old we saw fire works in WA DC and I still remember the amazing experience:) We are heading out of town to celebrate our anniversary and the 4th with family. Have a nice weekend Sandy!
What a great 4th round-up! I can say from personal experience that DC's and Boston's are some of the best.
I've seen Philly's. Awesome. Have a great 4th Sandy!
I have seen fireworks in –
Kentucky
New York
Atlanta
Monaco
Paris
Ardsley
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pve
*Definitely* on my to-do list: to experience the 4th of July fireworks in America one day. I hope you have a wonderful time!
Happy Fourth of July! We have just celebrated Canada Day on 1st of July with trully spectacular fireworks , too 🙂 Stay safe!
Happy 4th!! Amazing fireworks(:
Ciao z
Hello sandy,
Thank you for the mention! You are so sweet! I love the fireworks in dc, but my favorite ate the 3rd of July fireworks in Milwaukee! They are fabulous!
I hope you have a fabulous weekend! Thank you agin!
Elizabeth