This is one of the biggest days in American history. Following this, all banks, offices, schools and colleges will be closed on July 4th. Notably, the market is already closed from July 3rd till July 5th.

Independence Day falls on Saturday, July 4, this year. The annual holiday marks the day the United States declared its independence from the British in 1776, which means that America will celebrate 250 years of freedom in 2026.

Google celebrated the 250th anniversary of Independence Day with a new Doodle on Friday.

The Continental Congress voted for independence two days earlier, but the Declaration transformed July 4 into a lasting national symbol. At the National Constitution Center, an 1833 copy of the Declaration of Independence meticulously preserves the look of ...

"We will not go quietly into the night!"

Celebrate Independence Day with The National Pastime in the Nation’s Capital! Watch postgame fireworks light up the sky on July 3 and catch a special tribute to America during our annual matinee game on July 4.

The Happy Birthday America nonprofit is seeking volunteers, parade participants, and vendors for its 2026 Staunton event.