The Capitol Fourth Concert 2025

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🎇 The Capitol Fourth Concert 2025 – America’s Star-Studded Birthday Bash

📍 West Lawn, U.S. Capitol | Washington, D.C.

🗓 Friday, July 4 | Concert starts at 8:00 PM ET

🎟 FREE & Open to All | No Tickets Required

Get ready for the most iconic 4th of July celebration in the country! A Capitol Fourth is America’s National Independence Day Concert, broadcast live from the U.S. Capitol and streamed worldwide — bringing together top musical legends, fireworks, and pure patriotic magic.

🎤 Past stars include:

Frankie Valli, Patti LaBelle, John Williams, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Carole King, Neil Diamond, Dolly Parton, Tony Bennett, Faith Hill, Ray Charles, and even the Muppets!

📺 Watch It Live:

• Live Broadcast on PBS at 8:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM CT
• Stream on: PBS.org, YouTube, PBS App, and available for 2 weeks post-broadcast
• Also broadcast to U.S. troops via American Forces Network

🎆 With 20+ cameras capturing every angle of D.C.’s grandest fireworks display, this is a front-row experience like no other.

Know Before You Go:

• ✅ Free Entry – No Tickets Needed
• 🚪 Gates Open: 3:00 PM at the southwest corner of Capitol grounds
• 🔍 Security Checks Required (metal detectors & bag checks)
• ♿ Designated accessible viewing areas available

📍 Location: West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, Washington D.C.

🕗 Concert Time: 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM ET

US Celebrate freedom, music, and unity at the most patriotic stage in the nation!

Arrive early, bring your flags, and enjoy a night of unforgettable performances under the stars.

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