America 250 : Everyday Hero Vignettes
Washington readies for Freedom 250 Indycar Grand Prix this weekend
State Department announces Trump passports will be available throughout the US
President Trump speaks on National Mall on July 4
The gift of staying home: How a fallen soldier's family found stability after tragedy
‘250: Celebrating America’ highlights stories of service, community and hope
Trump celebrates July 4 at Mount Rushmore amid divided public opinion
Times Square Ball will drop July 3 in historic celebration
Deep partisan divide over America's 250th birthday
How Rock and Roll helped shape America's first 250 years
America 250 v. Freedom 250: What's the difference?
CElebrating America 250 with unique travel experiences
America 250 time capsule to be buried in Philadelphia on July 4th
Events in Your Area
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July 4, 2026
2026 Lafayette Stars & Stripes at Parc International in Downtown Lafayette -
July 4, 2026
Broussard Independence Day Festival at St. Julien Park -
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Red, White, and Boom at the Opelousas Yambilee Ag Arena -
July 4, 2026
Fourth of July Fireworks Show at the Eunice Recreation Complex -
July 4, 2026
Fireworks on the River in Krotz Springs at Nall Park -
July 4, 2026
Leonville Fireworks Show at the Leonville Boat Launch
Events In Your Area
America 250: The Stories
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Washington, DC, transformed into IndyCar track for Freedom 250 Grand Prix
The Freedom 250 Grand Prix races through Washington, D.C. on Aug. 23, authorized by executive order after Congress did not approve the event.
The Great American State Fair has been evacuated due to severe weather
The Great American State Fair is being evacuated once again due to severe weather. The fair was disrupted last weekend on July 4 when severe storms gathered near Washington and forced event organizers to order an evacuation.
The gift of staying home: How a soldier’s family found stability after tragedy
After losing her husband in a tragic accident, Rachel Clark found hope in the home they built together. See how Tunnel to Towers helped keep her family there and begin to heal.
‘250: Celebrating America’ highlights stories of service, community and hope
"250: Celebrating America" is hosted by Alisyn Camerota from inside Independence Hall in Philadelphia, where both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were debated and adopted.
Trump leads Freedom 250 event on National Mall after lengthy delay
A big July 4 birthday party for the United States is taking place in Washington, D.C., as the country marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Trump to celebrate America's birthday at Mount Rushmore
President Trump heads to Mount Rushmore aboard the new Air Force One for America’s 250th birthday celebration as Americans remain divided on his role.
