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(#13) Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Honor American military veterans at the midnight parade in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Yes, you read that right: midnight. Known as the "First Independence Day Parade In the Nation," over 100,000 spectators show up every year! -
(#2) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
It's only fitting to celebrate this national holiday in the City of Brotherly Love where the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence were first penned. Be sure to catch the fireworks above the Philadelphia Museum of Art. -
(#1) Washington, D. C.
Why not celebrate the nation's birthday in the capital city? There's a free music festival where you can hear the National Symphony Orchestra on the West Lawn of the Capitol. Complete with a live cannon fire! -
(#4) Boston, Massachusetts
Grab a spot at the Esplanade on the banks of the Charles River to see the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular, in the city where the American Revolution began. 20,000 pounds of explosives will go off, a tradition since 1973. Also, the Boston Pops symphony orchestra plays the 1812 Overture as fireworks explode over the river. -
(#11) Seattle, Washington
Watch the amazing fireworks over Seattle's Lake Union from the best view in the city: the Space Needle! You can watch from the observation deck or book a table at their restaurant, SkyCity. -
(#15) Bristol, Rhode Island
If you want to feel patriotic in a quaint Northeastern town, head to Bristol for one of the oldest Fourth of July parties in the country. Festivities include a parade, a carnival, a concert series, and even a fun pageant.
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Independence Day is one of the most anticipated statutory holidays for all Americans. It is dated July 4th each year to commemorate the official adoption of the "Declaration of Independence" in Philadelphia on July 4, 1776. This holiday has become the most important anniversary celebration every year. Grand celebrations and parades will be held from the east coast to the west coast, including performances, salutes, bells, and fireworks.
On July 4th, from national parks in the capital to local city parks, large and small fireworks evenings are generally held across the United States. The random tool recommends the 15 best US cities to celebrate the Fourth of July.
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