Every parade, fireworks show, festival, and legal fireworks stand across Loudoun & Fairfax Counties, VA, neighboring Jefferson County, WV — plus the world-record show on the National Mall. Late June through July 11, 2026.
For America's 250th birthday, the National Mall show is going for the Guinness World Record. Producer Pyrotecnico (the firm behind Super Bowl halftime pyro) plans to launch upwards of 860,000 fireworks over ~40 minutes — nearly the current record of 810,904, set in the Philippines in 2016. Shells launch from 10 sites including 8 barges on the Potomac and West Potomac Park, lining the Reflecting Pool in front of the Lincoln Memorial.
Main entrance on 14th St NW between Constitution & Independence Ave. Free & open to the public; advance pre-registration encouraged, walk-ups welcome. Designated a National Special Security Event — expect heavy security and crowds upward of 1 million.
Starts at 3rd St NW & Constitution Ave, runs through downtown DC. Floats, military bands, and a 250th-anniversary helium balloon.
Key Bridge waterfront, Long Bridge Park, Gravelly Point, the Mount Vernon Trail, and the Marine Corps War Memorial all offer Potomac-side views of the Mall fireworks from the Virginia side.
Show length, exact start time, and Metro service were still being finalized as of mid-June 2026 — confirm details close to the date at freedom250.org.
Marching bands, fire trucks, fife & drum corps, and a whole lot of candy thrown from floats.
Starts at Ida Lee Park led by the American Originals Fife & Drum Corps, runs down King Street to Fairfax Street. Features the 16th annual Patriot's Cup competition.
"Celebrating 250 Years of Freedom" — 100+ vehicles. Starts at Blue Ridge Middle School and rolls into downtown Purcellville.
Pre-4thStarts at Lovettsville Community Park, down Broad Way, turns onto S. Loudoun Street, ends at Lovettsville Elementary. Pool Bash follows at 6:30 PM ($5).
Downtown Shepherdstown, WV — followed by a community picnic at Morgan's Grove Park, noon–3 PM (scavenger hunts, face painting, water balloon toss, waterslide, birds of prey).
West VirginiaVirginia's largest Independence Day parade — loops Chain Bridge Road, Main Street, University Drive & Armstrong Street downtown. Features a patriotic flyover and a special 250th-anniversary helium balloon. 60th year running.
Fairfax Co.Community parade with floats, horses, antique cars and pets through Great Falls Village Centre, plus a 5K beforehand. Evening fireworks follow at Turner Farm Park.
Fairfax Co.From the world-record show on the National Mall's doorstep to small private community displays. Items marked Private are for situational awareness only — not generally open to the public. Fairfax Co. marks events south/east of Loudoun.
The region's largest show, choreographed to music. Gates open 6 PM, live music from Go Go Gadjet at 6:30 PM. Rain date: July 5, 9:30 PM.
"Franklin on the Fourth" — food vendors and games in the afternoon, live music incl. the Loudoun Symphonic Winds from 6 PM.
Fireworks at the Middleburg Community Charter School, 500 N. Pendleton St. One of the most picturesque settings in the county.
Live music, food trucks, beer & wine from 3 PM. Closest public viewing to the actual fireworks launch site in Loudoun.
Pre-4thCarnival games, inflatable obstacle course, DJ, face painting. Rain date (fireworks only): Monday, July 6, 9:30 PM.
Sterling Middle School — DJ, food trucks, games, free glowsticks and ice pops. Fireworks ~9:30 PM.
Pre-4thWith the Brambleton Community Association. Skydiver flag display ~6:30–7 PM (weather/airspace permitting). Rain date (fireworks only): June 28.
Pre-4th44078 Cheltenham Cir. Moved off the 4th itself this year — a good option if you want to skip the main-night crowds.
Home of Loudoun United FC.
Members' community display.
PrivateCommunity display, 43237 Golf View Dr.
PrivateResort weekend: live music, movie night, sound baths, pool party, food trucks, fireworks the evening of the 4th.
Resort guestsMusic concerts, family entertainment, food vendors. Fireworks at 9:15 PM.
Fairfax Co.Lorton. Live music, food trucks, mini golf, midway carnival activities, free interactive fun, capped with fireworks. Parking $35 advance / $40 day-of.
Fairfax Co.Reston. Food vendors, entertainment, family fun — a patriotic drone light show at 9:15 PM replaces traditional fireworks this year for the 250th.
Fairfax Co.Hosted by McLean Community Center. Live community celebration, fireworks at 9:15 PM. Free.
Fairfax Co.Games, food, music and activities before fireworks at 9:30 PM at sunset.
Fairfax Co.George Washington's Estate. Full day of Revolutionary War-era programming; fireworks over the Potomac at ~9:00 PM. Included with estate admission.
Fairfax Co.Evening half of the day: music, games, contests, food trucks, fireworks just after dusk (~9:00 PM). Morning half (parade, 5K) listed under Parades.
Fairfax Co.Live music, food, games and festivities; fireworks at 9:30 PM.
Fairfax Co.Gates open 4:30 PM. Live music and entertainment from 6:30 PM, fireworks after dark (~9:30 PM). Part of the city's 60th annual celebration.
Fairfax Co.Just over the river from western Loudoun — worth the drive if you want to dodge the bigger crowds.
Free, county-run show that's drawn 10,000+ people in past years. 130-acre park equidistant from Harpers Ferry, Charles Town & Shepherdstown. Bring chairs/blankets; free parking.
West VirginiaPatriotic atmosphere on the course followed by a fireworks display. Tee times recommended.
West VirginiaDaytime fun, history, and good lookout spots — no fireworks required.
Live music, crafts, nature exhibits, historic tours, carnival games. Daytime only — pair it with an evening fireworks show elsewhere.
Annual race at Hal & Berni Hanson Regional Park, Aldie.
Twilight views of the Loudoun Valley with multiple regional fireworks shows visible at once (incl. Great Meadow & Franklin Park). $25 / $18 tickets.
Elevated 1,100 ft view of the Loudoun Valley — multiple fireworks shows visible at once.
Loudoun County Courthouse, intersection of King & Market St, downtown Leesburg. Hosted by the Clerk of the Circuit Court & VA250.
Scavenger hunts, face painting, water balloon toss, waterslide, birds of prey from Trego Mountain Sanctuary, and a Potomac Valley Audubon "story walk."
West VirginiaFree, family-friendly: games, live music, food. No fireworks here — a good early-evening stop before heading to a show elsewhere.
Fairfax Co.Stacy C. Sherwood Center, 3740 Blenheim Blvd. Kicks off the city's 60th annual Independence Day celebration ahead of the July 4 parade and fireworks.
Fairfax Co.Village Centre: 5K, parade, local vendors, car show, music, family activities. Evening fireworks at Turner Farm Park are listed under Fireworks.
Fairfax Co.Loudoun County Fire Marshal–approved retail stands, listed below with a map. Sales run June 15 – July 15 in Loudoun. Only sparklers and ground-based fountains are legal for personal use — anything that shoots, flies, or explodes is illegal anywhere in Virginia.
Event times, rain dates, and locations can shift — always check the linked source close to the date. This page was assembled from town and county sources in June 2026.