Record-breaking 72M Americans set to travel over Fourth of July
A record 72 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home over the Fourth of July holiday period, which runs from June 28 to July 6, according to AAA.
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Independence Day is nearly here, and Americans around the country are making plans to celebrate the United States’ 249th birthday.
Booming fireworks, patriotic parades and outdoor barbecues have become annual traditions, and many employees enjoy the day off from work for the federal holiday.
The Fourth of July marks the day the Declaration of Independence was adopted and the 13 North American colonies officially separated from Great Britain.
In the nation’s capital, Washington D.C., the celebrations on America’s birthday are set to be huge. Here’s what you need to know about Independence Day celebrations.
What time do the Fireworks on the National Mall start?
According to the National Park Service, fireworks on the National Mall are set to begin at 9 p.m. local time on July 4.
National Mall fireworks: See map
The park service provided a map of the National Mall that shows the various access points to watch the fireworks, as well as restrooms and food service, among others.
According to the National Park Service, tight security will be present with five specific access points available for visitors.
- Constitution Avenue at Henry Bacon Drive NW
- 17th Street NW at Constitution Ave NW
- 15th Street NW at Madison Drive NW
- 14th Street SW at Jefferson Drive SW
- George Mason Memorial
How to watch fireworks in Washington DC
Apart from attending at the National Mall, various spots in and around Washington D.C. serve as good viewing places for the fireworks show.
According to local news station NBC 4, Hains Point in East Potomac Park, the Washington National Cathedral and Cardozo High School serve as good spots along the Potomac River with good views of the show.
On the other side of the river, in Virginia, the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial, Netherlands Carillon, the Mount Vernon Trail, Lady Bird Johnson Park, U.S. Air Force Memorial and Military Women’s Memorial are good places to view.
Outside of the capital, the Trust for the National Mall broadcasts a live view of the National Mall where people can tune in to watch the fireworks from home.
Contributing: Bailey Allen, USA TODAY NETWORK – New England
Fernando Cervantes Jr. is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach him at fernando.cervantes@gannett.com and follow him on X @fern_cerv_.
