The Capitol Fourth Concert 2025

Date & Time

Fri Jul 04 2025 at 08:00 pm to 09:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Capitol Hill, Washington, DC, USA | Washington, DC

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

πŸ“ West Lawn, U.S. Capitol | Washington, D.C.

πŸ—“ 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 β€” 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!


πŸ“Ί 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

πŸŽ† 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:

  • βœ… Free Entry – No Tickets Needed
  • πŸšͺ Gates Open: 3:00 PM at the southwest corner of Capitol grounds
  • πŸ” Security Checks Required (metal detectors & bag checks)
  • β™Ώ Designated accessible viewing areas available

πŸ“ Location: West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, Washington D.C.

πŸ•— 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.


You may also like from the Fourth of July Guide:

  • πŸŽ† July 3, 5:00 PM – Berthoud Fireworks Celebration
  • ✨ July 3, 5:00 PM – Independence Eve Fireworks & Drone Show, Denver
  • πŸŽ‡ July 3, 6:00 PM – Erie Fireworks Show, Erie

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