Today marks the Semiquincentennial — 250 years since the Declaration of Independence. The centerpiece national celebration is the Salute to America on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., featuring military flyovers, performances, presidential remarks, and the largest fireworks display in American history. Salute to America Celebration & Fireworks (National Mall, Washington, D.C.) Location: Washington Monument Grounds / National Mall. Schedule highlights (all times ET): Day

The City of Redding invites the entire community to celebrate Independence Day at the treasured Freedom Festival, set for Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the Redding Civic Auditorium grounds (700 Auditorium Drive). This free, family-friendly event promises an evening of food, live music, and a spectacular fireworks display — one of the largest in California. Recent changes in the management of the Redding Civic Auditorium will not affect this beloved annual tradition. The Freedom