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Washington DC

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Independence Day in Washington, DC is a pretty big deal, considering it’s the nation’s capital and all.

How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in DC This Year

Philadelphia

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If America were a person, the “city of birth” section on her birth certificate would read Philadelphia.

How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in Philly This Year

Nation

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Travel

Explore adventure guides and design a custom itinerary for the destination of your choice in and around the city.

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Memorial Day may be the unofficial kickoff to summer, but the 4th of July is really one of the highlights of the season (a guaranteed three-day weekend doesn’t hurt, either).

The Best Places to Spend a Blowout Fourth of July This Year

Boston

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There’s no better place to celebrate the Fourth of July than in one of America’s most historic cities.

How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in Boston This Year

San Francisco

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After two years without any kind of official Independence Day celebration, San Francisco is bringing back its Fourth of July Fireworks extravaganza this year.

Where to Watch Fourth of July Fireworks in the Bay Area This Year

San Diego

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Here in San Diego, we love our pyrotechnics.

 Where to Watch Fourth of July Fireworks in San Diego This Year

Las Vegas

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Great news: The Fourth of July falls on a Monday this year, which means you get to wrap up a long holiday weekend of booze, food, and other summer fun with a spectacular display of fireworks.

Where to Watch Fourth of July Fireworks in Las Vegas This Year

Austin

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Lifestyle

In summer, there are only two times of day most Texans will step outside (unless tubing or a swimming hole is involved)—before dawn and after dusk.

The Best Places to Watch Fireworks in Austin

Dallas

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The time of year is upon us when the lyrics to America’s most patriotic songs come to vivid life.

The 14 Best Places to Watch Fireworks in Dallas-Fort Worth This Weekend

Los Angeles

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Fireworks are majestic, hypnotic, beautiful, and also a bit of a touchy subject around town.

Where to Watch Fireworks in LA for the Fourth of July

Houston

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The Fourth of July is almost here, y’all.

Where to Watch Houston’s 4th of July Fireworks

Next Flight Out

Next Flight Out: Cheap Flights and Travel Tips

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This month very literally kicks off with a bang, whether you’re gazing up at fireworks over midtown Manhattan in New York, on the beach in Fort Lauderdale, at the harbor in Newport, or in any one of these cities across the country that go extra hard for the 4th of July.

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How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in DC This Year

Watch the fireworks, party the long weekend away, or see a parade on the National Mall.

How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in Philly This Year

Watch the fireworks, party the long weekend away, or visit a free museum.

The Best Places to Spend a Blowout Fourth of July This Year

Skip the big cities and head to these off-the-radar celebrations instead.

How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in Boston This Year

Watch the fireworks, visit historic sites, or party the long weekend away.

Where to Watch Fourth of July Fireworks in the Bay Area This Year

From annual displays along Fisherman’s Wharf to community parades and fairs in Mountain View, Redwood City, Alameda, and more.

Where to Watch Fourth of July Fireworks in San Diego This Year

From Downtown to Gaslamp and across San Diego County, here’s where to catch pyrotechnic displays this Independence Day.

Where to Watch Fourth of July Fireworks in Las Vegas This Year

Your Sin City guide to watching the rockets' red glare this Independence Day.

The Best Places to Watch Fireworks in Austin

Ring in America’s 246th birthday with style.

The 14 Best Places to Watch Fireworks in Dallas-Fort Worth This Weekend

Things that go boom in the night (for Fourth of July).

Where to Watch Fireworks in LA for the Fourth of July

Celebrate Independence Days with pyrotechnic spectaculars at open-air concerts, along the Pacific Coast, and from hotel rooftops.

Where to Watch Houston’s 4th of July Fireworks

Happy Birthday, USA.

Beat the Heat with These July Travel Ideas

Solo trips, pig races, and summertime in Scotland.