Month: June 2012
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4th of July Events in Miami
On the 4th of July, Miami cordons off scenic Ocean Drive from 5th to 15th Street for a block party honoring America on her birthday. The 10th Street Beach is the focal point for a day of food, music and a fireworks display. Waterfront cafes and the beach will overflow with people who want to…
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4th of July in New Orleans
Although New Orleans is one of the most European cities in United States, the Big Easy still knows how to pay homage to America on her birthday. The riverfront comes alive as residents and visitors gather for one of the largest birthday parties in the nation, the Go Fourth on the River celebration. The French…
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4th of July Events in Memphis
Although Memphis is famous for Beale Street, barbeque and Elvis, July 4th is always marked by a wide selection of family-friendly events. These activities are scheduled over several days leading up to the big fireworks display on Independence Day. The events typically feature live music and barbeque. Visitors can attend several of these events and…
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4th of July in San Diego
Celebrating the 4th of July in San Diego means sun, surf, food and fireworks. Revelers can commemorate the mid-summer holiday in Southern California’s magnificent weather. The San Diego County Fair has concerts, traditional carnival meals, attractions and exhibits. The fair is an ideal location for families to sample apple pie and view fireworks. San Diego’s…
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4th of July in Savannah
You can enjoy southern ambiance and lively patriotism when you observe Independence Day in the historic port city of Savannah. This antebellum town preserves the refined elegance of the Old South better than any other city. Savannah hosts one of the most well-known July 4th celebrations in the country. Residents and visitors can enjoy a…
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4th of July Events in Los Angeles
Los Angeles residents and visitors can celebrate the 4th of July with food, fun-filled activities and fireworks in iconic settings. The Hollywood Bowl features concerts that showcase patriotic music and headline acts. The Star Spangled Banner is accentuated by authentic rockets and “bombs” bursting in the air. Disneyland hosts an extraordinary pyrotechnic display to commemorate…
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4th of July in Washington DC
All bedecked in red, white and blue, the nation’s capital is a wonderful place to celebrate America’s birthday. The July 4th observance is an extraordinary event in Washington D.C. and one of the most highly anticipated events held in the District. Each year, the celebration attracts residents and visitors from across the country. The Capitol…
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4th of July in San Francisco
San Francisco and the Bay Area commemorate the Fourth of July with picnics, live music, kid-friendly activities and fireworks shows. It is the only city in the country that hosts simultaneous pyrotechnic displays. Traditional annual events include the Marin County Fair, the Alameda Parade and the activities on the USS Hornet, a Second World War…
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4th of July in Chicago
Beautiful Lake Michigan provides the setting for one of the biggest parties in Chicago, the July of 4th celebration. The weather is warm and the flowers are in bloom. Windy City visitors can begin the day with a reading of the Declaration of Independence at the Chicago History Museum. The institution’s annual Independence Day outdoor…
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4th of July in Boston
There is probably no better location to celebrate the 4th of July than in Boston, the Cradle of American Liberty. The combination of history, music, revelry and fireworks makes this city’s Independence Day celebration one of the most iconic in the nation. Visitors can walk the Freedom Trail and see where the American Revolution began.…
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4th of July in New York City
New York City provides a unique American backdrop for July 4th Independence Day celebrations. The city contains iconic historical and cultural landmarks, such as the Statue of Liberty and Coney Island. It is one of the best locations in the country to observe the holiday and enjoy traditional summertime festivities. From its role in the…