“Fourth of July” redirects here.For other uses,see 4th of July (disambiguation).
For the 1996 movie of the same name,see Independence Day (film).For the indie rock band,see Fourth of July (band).
Independence Day
Independence Day
Displays of fireworks,such as these over the Washington Monument,are an example of the celebrations that take place nation-wide.
Also called Fourth of July,The Fourth
Observed by United States
Type National
Significance The day the Declaration of Independence was first adopted by the Continental Congress.
Date July 4
Celebrations Fireworks,Family reunions,Concerts,Barbecues,Picnics,Parades,Baseball games
Celebration with fireworks over Miami,Florida,USA on American Independence Day.Bank of America Tower is also lit with the red,white and blue color scheme.
Celebration with fireworks over Miami,Florida,USA on American Independence Day.Bank of America Tower is also lit with the red,white and blue color scheme.
In the United States,Independence Day (commonly known as the Fourth of July) is a federal holiday commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4,1776,declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain.
Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks,parades,barbecues,picnics,baseball games,and various other public and private events celebrating the history,government,and traditions of the United States.Fireworks have been associated with the Fourth of July since 1777.