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Fireworks Near Me: Ashburn, Loudoun County July 4th 2024 Events
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Ashburn and Loudoun County.
ASHBURN, VA — Independence Day is fast approaching so it's time to find out where you can celebrate in and around Ashburn and Loudoun County. Area events include fireworks, festivals and other Fourth of July fun.
To help you fit it all in on your 4th of July calendar, Patch has put together a guide to what’s going on in Ashburn and the surrounding areas.
July 4 Festivities For 2024
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What: Lovettsville Independence Day Celebration
Where: Lovettsville Community Center and Park, 57 E Broad Way, Lovettsville, VA
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When: July 3, 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Watch a parade through the Town of Lovettsville before carnival games, DJ and balloon artist at the park as well as a pool bash for $5 for person. Fireworks will start around 9:30 p.m. at the Lovettsville Community Park.
What: Loudoun United FC's 703 Night and Fireworks
Where: Segra Field, 42095 Loudoun United Dr, Leesburg, VA
When: July 3, 7:15 p.m.
Enjoy a pre-match tailgate at Anchor Bar, happy hour at LUFC Beer Garden, match kickoff at 7:15 p.m. and post-match fireworks.
What: Claude Moore Park's Fourth Fest
Where: Loudoun Park Lane entrance, 21544 Old Vestals Gap Road, Sterling, VA
When: July 4, 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Claude Moore Park's Fourth Fest includes live music, crafts, nature exhibits, historic tours, carnival games, and more. Attendees should use the Loudoun Park Lane entrance to the park at 21544 Old Vestals Gap Road in Sterling.
What: Purcellville Independence Day Parade
Where: Blue Ridge Middle School, 551 E A St, Purcellville, VA
When: July 4, 11 a.m.
The annual Purcellville Independence Day Parade has a route close to 2.5 miles, starting at Blue Ridge Middle School, then right onto A Street, right onto 20th Street, right onto Main Street, right onto Maple Avenue, right onto A Street, and returning to Blue Ridge Middle School.
What: Leesburg Independence Day Parade
Where: Downtown Leesburg, VA, King Street from Ida Lee Drive to Fairfax Street
When: July 4, 10 a.m.
The holiday kicks off with the annual Independence Day Parade thrugh downtown Leesburg. The parade will start at Ida Lee Park, lead by the American Originals and head down King Street and end at Fairfax Street. As part of the parade, the 15th annual Patriot’s Cup Competition will give an award to the best parade entry. Winners’ names will be engraved on the Patriot Cup, which will be on display at Town Hall.
Where: Ida Lee Park, 60 Ida Lee Drive NW, Leesburg, VA
When: July 4, 6 p.m.
Enjoy a night of music, food, fun and fireworks at Ida Lee Park. Gates will open at 6 p.m., and fireworks synchronized to patriotic music are expected to start around 9:30 p.m. A food court will be available on site. See the event website for more information on parking, food vendors and more.
Where: Franklin Park, 17501 Franklin Park Drive, Purcellville, VA
When: July 4, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Before the fireworks around 9:30 p.m., enjoy giant inflatables and games, music from DJ Bifocals, a photo booth, face painting, glitter tattoos, amusements, and food for purchase. The Franklin Park Pool will have holiday hours from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with normal pool fees.
What: Independence Day in Middleburg
Where: Middleburg Community Charter School, 101 N. Madison Street, Middleburg, VA
When: July 4, 6 p.m.
This event will include live music, food and drinks for purchase, bouncy houses, Independence Day Kids' Parade at 5:45 p.m. and fireworks at 9:15 p.m.
What: Waterford Independence Day Parade
Where: Factory Street, Waterford, VA
When: July 4, 11 a.m.
Join the Waterford Citizens Association for this patriotic parade. The parade will go down Factory Street to the Bond Street Tanyard. Afterward, enjoy, music, remarks, refreshments, hot dogs and children's entertainment at the Bond Street Tanyard.
What: Great Meadow Fourth of July Celebration
Where: 5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains, VA
When: July 4, 5 p.m. to past dusk
Great Meadow hosts a fireworks show boosted by patriotic colors and a musical score. Arrive early for music, food and entertainment. Tickets are required for this event.
What: 4th of July Hometown Celebration
Where: Great Falls Village Centre, 776 Walker Rd, Great Falls, VA
When: July 4, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Morning festivities kick off with the Little Patriots Parade, followed by the Main Parade around the Village Centre. Afterwards, enjoy family fun at the Village Green.
Where: Bready Park, 814 Ferndale Ave, Herndon, VA
When: July 4, 6:30 p.m.
Join the Town of Herndon for a celebration and fireworks display July 4 in Bready Park. Activities begin at 6:30 p.m. and live music begins at 7:15 p.m. Fireworks launched from the Herndon Centennial Golf Course start at 9:30 p.m.
What: National Independence Day Parade
Where: Constitutional Avenue, Washington, DC
When: July 4, 11:45 a.m.
This national parade draws thousands of spectators and features bands, fife and drum corps, floats, military and specialty units, giant balloons, equestrian, drill teams, national dignitaries, celebrity participants and more. The route runs along Constitution Avenue from 7th to 17th Street.
What: A Capitol Fourth Concert
Where: West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, Washington, DC
When: July 4, 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
This Independence Day concert, a tradition for decades, is broadcast live from the West Lawn of the United States Capitol. The lineup includes Smokey Robinson, Fantasia, Darren Criss, Alfonso Ribeiro, military bands and more. It is free and open to the public. Gates will open at 3 p.m. You can also watch it on TV at 8 p.m. EST. Check your local listings for viewing information.
What: Fireworks on the National Mall
Where: National Mall, Washington, DC
When: July 4, 9:09 p.m.
The National Park Service will host its annual Independence Day fireworks celebration on the National Mall, The display will start at 9:09 p.m. and will be launched from both sides of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
Check the National Park Service website for more information on access points along the National Mall, prohibited items and road closures.
What: Ashburn Village 5th of July Fireworks
Where: 44078 Cheltenham Circle, Ashburn, VA
When: July 5, 6:30 p.m.
Head to the Lakes Amphitheater in Ashburn Village to catch fireworks over the lake. Attendees can bring a blanket and are encouraged to come early and walk due to limited parking. The Lakes parking lot will be closed for a private event. The Dave Mininberg band will start performing around 6:30 p.m., and food trucks will be on site. Fireworks will start around sundown.
Today, Americans celebrate the birth of a new nation with fireworks, parades, concerts, and family gatherings and barbecues. Celebrations, though, predate by centuries the designation of Independence Day as a federal holiday, which didn’t happen until 1941.
During the pivotal summer of 1776, the pre-Revolutionary celebrations honoring King George III’s birthday were replaced with mock funerals as a symbolic break from the crown.
It was an exciting time in Philadelphia — the Continental Congress voted to break from the crown and, two days later on July 4, the Declaration of Independence was adopted by the original 13 colonies —New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland. Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia — to adopt the Declaration of Independence.
The first annual commemoration of the nation’s independence was in Philadelphia on July 4, 1777, while the Revolutionary War was ongoing. Fireworks have been part of Fourth of July festivities since the first celebration in Philadelphia.
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