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Last updated:  Jul 04, 2026 - 9:05 PM EDT

July 4th event updates: Parades canceled across DMV, celebrations delayed

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July 4th event updates: Parades canceled across DMV, celebrations delayed

As extreme heat and severe weather move through the region, several July 4th celebrations across the DMV area are being postponed or rescheduled. Follow our live updates below for the latest scheduling changes, safety alerts and holiday event cancellations near you.

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Shirin Rajaee
Jul 04, 2026 - 9:05 PM EDT Shirin Rajaee

Laurel, MD July 4th celebration, fireworks update

Joe Calabrese
Jul 03, 2026 - 10:07 PM EDT Joe Calabrese

National Independence Day Parade canceled due to extreme heat on July 4

Joe Calabrese
Jul 03, 2026 - 9:45 PM EDT Joe Calabrese

Salute to America July 4 schedule

Joe Calabrese
Jul 03, 2026 - 6:31 PM EDT Joe Calabrese

Great American State Fair opening later on July 4th

Joe Calabrese
Jul 03, 2026 - 5:08 PM EDT Joe Calabrese

Great American State Fair reopened after hours of heat delays

Joe Calabrese
Jul 03, 2026 - 4:43 PM EDT Joe Calabrese

Leesburg cancels Independence Day parade, fireworks still on as scheduled

Joe Calabrese
Jul 03, 2026 - 3:25 PM EDT Joe Calabrese

Best times to drive this 4th of July weekend: AAA

Jul 03, 2026 - 2:01 PM EDT FOX 5 DC

Great American State Fair shuts down until 5pm due to extreme heat; National Mall also closed

Jul 03, 2026 - 12:35 PM EDT FOX 5 DC

Fairfax cancels Fourth of July parade due to dangerous heat; evening show and fireworks delayed

Jul 03, 2026 - 11:18 AM EDT FOX 5 DC

Leesburg cancels Independence Day parade due to extreme heat; concert and fireworks still set

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