July 4th in Washington DC
If you live within a couple hundred miles of our nations capitol and want to have a really fun holiday this weekend, plan to spend it in Washington DC. The fourth of July is the all-time summer holiday and with a new first family in residence this would be an awesome time to visit. With all the historic significance of our recent election, Washing DC is a great place to celebrate July 4th! It’s one of our most patriotic places. The July 4th celebration is an all-day event with parades, concerts and festivals. The day culminates with a grand fireworks display over the Washington Monument.
The 4th of July celebration in DC is one the most attended events of the year, with visitors from all over that arrive to get the best seats and viewing advantage. Be prepared for some tight security. There is NO parking around the National Mall. The Park Service strongly recommends using the metro. Bring plenty of fluids and sunscreen. (SPF 45) with you when visiting the National Mall. The weather forecast for July 4th is partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 80s. West winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 30 percent. Bring some light rain gear just in case. It’s better to have it and not need it. Fireworks Time: At dark, usually around 9:15 p.m. Rain Date: July 5th. Here are a few more family fun activities for that day.
Washington, DC’s Independence Day Parade
Parade Start Time: 11:45 a.m.
Parade Route: Constitution Avenue and 7th to 17th Sts.
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Smithsonian Folklife Festival
The annual event includes daily and evening music and dance performances, crafts and cooking demonstrations, and storytelling. Do you think cherry pie will be on the menu? The themes of the 2009 program will be: Giving Voice: The Power of Words (African American Culture), The Americas and Wales. The hours on the 4th of July are 11 a.m to 5 p.m.
White House Visitor Center Family Events
Between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., stop at the White House Visitor Center. The kids will have a blast with the games, and crafts. Also there you’ll find a list of other activities. The National Park Service offers visitors an chance to relive a bit of history with some of the activities and reenactments that helped our Declaration of.
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