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WATCH LIVE: A Capitol Fourth – 250th Weekend Celebration

WATCH LIVE: A Capitol Fourth – 250th Weekend Celebration

Summary

A concert called A Capitol Fourth will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States on July 3 at the U.S. Capitol West Lawn. The event will feature music from different styles and end with fireworks at Mount Vernon. Due to high temperatures, the public gates will open at 7 p.m.

Key Facts

  • The concert honors America’s 250th birthday.
  • It will happen on Friday, July 3, starting at 8 p.m. Eastern time.
  • The location is the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.
  • Fireworks will take place at Mount Vernon after the concert.
  • The National Symphony Orchestra and conductor Jack Everly will perform.
  • Music genres include pop, country, R&B, classical, and Broadway.
  • The U.S. Capitol Police delayed public entry until 7 p.m. because of extreme heat.
  • The National Weather Service predicted temperatures in the low 100s Fahrenheit on that day.
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