July 4th is back with a bang! Celebrate with Loudoun County fireworks, patriotic flag waving parades and other activities throughout the holiday weekend.
Early July 4 Happenings
Paint a Patriotic Quilt, June to July 1
Show your patriotism in style, pick up a 2x2 blank wooden square at Franklin Park Arts Center to create your own vision of what patriotism is to you. All artwork will be displayed throughout Franklin Park during the parade, fireworks and festivities. You can pick your display up on July 8.
703 Night at Segra Field, July 3
It's game time! On July 3, Loudoun United FC go face to face with Hartford Athletics in an exciting soccer match. However, the fun does not have to start when the game does; there will be a pre-match tailgate at the Anchor Bar prior to the match, 10% off on food and drink, then if you get to the game during happy hour and access to LUFC beer garden. Gates will open at 6:15 p.m., be sure to stick around for the post -match firework show just in time for the holiday!
Star Spangled South Riding, June 28
Kick off your holiday early on June 28 at South Riding’s patriotic Star-Spangled Parade. Dress up your bike, wagon, stroller or car with Fourth of July inspired decorations and frills and join the parade individually or as part of a group as it winds through the urban neighborhood. The procession from Town Hall (43055 Center Street) begins at 5 p.m., turning right on Center Street and right on Upper Clubhouse, before ending at the SR Golf Course. Here, you can lay out a picnic blanket or chairs starting at 6:30 p.m. to enjoy music and food from multiple vendors. The night ends with a dramatic fireworks finale between 9:15 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Red, White 'n Brew 5k RWB Hot Dog Mile
Kick off your 4th of July morning with high energy at the RWB Hot Dog Mile! The stakes are high at this unique 1 mile course, run 4 laps around Dynasty Brewing Co in Ashburn while you fill up on hearty hot dogs before each takeoff. Those brave enough to participate will receive their choice of a commemorative trucker-style ball cap or tech tank t-shirt. You can do this solo, or grab a friend for emotional support, either way you must make it to the finish line with an empty mouth to place in the race - awards will be given to top solo runner and team.
Celebrate America at Lansdowne, July 4
Join Lansdowne Resort for a fourth of July celebration you do not want to miss! Book a last minute weekend package to enjoy an elegant overnight stay at the resort. Later in the evening, you can join the festivities on the lawn lined with food trucks, live music and a booming fireworks display. Find out how to book your stay here.
Parades
Middleburg Independence Day Parade, July 4
Town of Middleburg bring the Independence Day celebration to the Middleburg Community Charter School (MCCS) located at 101 N. Madison Street starting at 6 p.m. Enjoy activities, live music, food and fireworks starting at 9:15 p.m.. Prior to the happenings at the community center, the kiddos will be lined up to march for the kid's parade starting at 5:45p.m.
Purcellville Independence Day Parade, July 4
The Town of Purcellville is shutting down its roads for the annual Purcellville Independence Day Parade. Starting at 11 a.m., the parade ensemble will begin and end at Blue Ridge Middle School, making a loop around the historic downtown. You’re going to want to bring your best red, white and blue outfit for this!
Leesburg Independence Day Celebration, July 4
Just a town over you can celebrate your patriotic pride at Leesburg’s colorful parade through the historic downtown. Starting at 10 a.m., the parade makes its way from Ida Lee Drive to Fairfax Drive, entertaining hundreds of flag-waving residents.
Catch a Fireworks Show
Leesburg Concert and Fireworks at Ida Lee, July 4
After the daytime parade in town, watch the night sky light up in red, white and blue at Ida Lee Park with live music from Old Skool Cleveland, a high energy cover band, cranking hip hop hits from the 80's and 90's. Gates open at 6 p.m., which gives you enough time to lay out a picnic blanket on the lawn and enjoy live music starting at 6:30 p.m. before the fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Choreographed to patriotic music, the Leesburg fireworks are billed as the largest and most spectacular in the region.
Independence Day at Franklin Park, Purcellville, July 4
Franklin Park fireworks are underway again this year! Enjoy outdoor activities, food and beverages while patriotic music is played by the Loudoun Symphonic Winds during the fireworks show. Before the big event, stop by the Franklin Park Performing Arts & Visual Arts Center before 9:00 p.m. to embrace the patriotic spirit with face paintings, giant inflatables, glitter tattoos and more.
More 4th of July Happenings
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