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A Star-Spangled Jubilee

Jul 3-4, 2026 Palestine, Anderson County

A Star-Spangled Jubilee is a two-day Independence Day celebration held in Palestine, Texas, featuring live music, fireworks, a parade, a car show, and historical reenactments at the Anderson County Courthouse.

Festival Independence Day +3

Blossom Music Festival

Jul 3 - Sep 6, 2026 Cuyahoga Falls

The Blossom Music Festival is a summer-long classical and pops music series presented by The Cleveland Orchestra at Blossom Music Center in Cuyahoga Falls, running from July 3 to September 6, 2026.

Music festival Classical Music +3

"Rock the River" Independence Day fireworks

Jul 3, 2026 Peru, La Salle County

The "Rock the River" Independence Day celebration in Peru, Illinois, features a major fireworks display over the riverfront. Centered at Maud Powell Plaza, the event provides a festive environment for the community...

Fireworks Independence Day +4

A Fourth of July Weekend Celebration: NMPhil at the Botanic Garden!

Jul 3, 2026 Albuquerque

The New Mexico Philharmonic presents a Fourth of July weekend concert at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden on July 3, 2026. Conducted by Jason Altieri, the performance celebrates the United States' 250th...

Music Orchestral +6

Valdosta Symphony Orchestra Summer Celebration Concert & Downtown Celebrations

Jul 3, 2026 Valdosta

Downtown Valdosta, Georgia, will host a continuous celebration on July 3, 2026, combining Independence Day festivities with the monthly First Friday event. The day will feature the Valdosta Symphony Orchestra's Summer Celebration...

Music Concert +10

A Conversation with Bobby Rush

Jul 3, 2026 Meridian

Multi-Grammy-winning musician Bobby Rush will engage in a conversation about his life and seven-decade career with Taiwo Gaynor, director of the upcoming Mississippi Public Broadcasting documentary 'King of the Chitlin’ Circuit'. This...

Cultural events Music +6

Essence Festival of Culture

Jul 3-5, 2026 New Orleans

The Essence Festival of Culture is a major cultural event held annually in New Orleans, Louisiana, from July 3-5. Celebrating over 30 years, the festival is focused on delivering an improved experience...

Cultural Festival Music +3

One Philly: Unity Concert for America

Jul 4-5, 2026 Philadelphia

One Philly: Unity Concert for America was a music festival held in Philadelphia on July 4-5, 2026, celebrating the nation's 250th birthday. The event featured performances by artists including The Roots, Jill...

Music festival Concert +2

July 4 event honoring servicemembers

Jul 4, 2026 Myrtle Beach

The July 4 event honoring servicemembers is an annual air parade and salute held in the Myrtle Beach area of South Carolina on July 4, 2026. The event features military and civilian...

Air Parade Independence Day +3

Independence Day Fireworks Display

Jul 4, 2026 Ocean Shores

The Independence Day Fireworks Display was an hours-long amateur fireworks event held above the beaches of Ocean Shores on the night of July 4, 2026. It took place as the United States...

Fireworks Independence Day +3

Old Fashioned Fourth of July Parade

Jul 4, 2026 Aspen

Aspen's annual Old Fashioned Fourth of July Parade was held in downtown Aspen on July 4, 2026. Thousands of residents and visitors watched local nonprofits, businesses, veterans, and community organizations present floats...

Independence Day Parade +4

Freedom Fest

Jul 4, 2026 McAlester

Freedom Fest is an all-day Independence Day celebration at the Southeast Expo Center and Motor Speedway in McAlester on July 4, 2026, marking the United States’ 250th anniversary with live music, races,...

Independence Day Traditional Festival +6

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