Fireworks will be lighting up the sky over Northern Virginia this weekend and into next week. Here are the closest fireworks displays.
Remember that most dogs are terrified of fireworks, so animal rescue groups do not recommend bringing your pet to the show. In fact, leave them in a dark, quiet place at home, and be sure their microchip and dog tags are updated. Fourth of July weekend is the most common time for dogs and cats to run away.
Workhouse Fireworks in Lorton
The fireworks at the Workhouse in Lorton have been postponed until July 10 due to weather forecasts of inclement weather on Saturday, July 2. The celebration on July 10 will start at 6 p.m. at the Workhouse Arts Center at 9518 Workhouse Way in Lorton, with fireworks after dark. Learn more here.
An American Celebration at Mount Vernon
On Monday, July 4 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., stop by George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate. Daytime fireworks start at 1 p.m. The National Concert Band will perform and much more.
Fireworks in D.C.
Fireworks will go off from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool starting shortly after 9 p.m. on Monday, July 4.
There are multiple good vantage points from Alexandria to view the show, including Gravelly Point and the Key Bridge, and the top of a lot of apartment buildings in Old Town North. The Air Force Memorial will be closed on Monday evening.
ALEXANDRIA'S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
Did you know that Alexandria is older than the United States? This celebration on July 9 will mark Alexandria's 273rd birthday and the USA’s 246th birthday. Festivities start at 6:45 p.m. at Oronoco Bay Park in Old Town, including music, cupcakes and a fireworks show at 9:30 p.m. More information is available here.