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4th of July Celebrations

Are you ready to celebrate Independence Day this year? Arrive Alexandria is sharing a few 4th of July celebrations with members of our apartment community in this month’s blog post. Read on to find out about different events and ways that you can celebrate in and around Alexandria, VA. Alexandria/USA Birthday Celebration Join the party “on Saturday, July 7th to celebrate America’s 242nd birthday and Alexandria’s 269th along the Potomac River waterfront at Oronoco Bay Park and enjoy live music by the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra, patriotic birthday cake, food vendors and a dazzling fireworks display.” Visit Mount Vernon “Salute the first commander in chief during Mount Vernon's annual Independence Day event! Watch dazzling made-for-daytime fireworks shoot off over the Potomac River and listen to the roar of cannon fire while viewing special military re-enactments throughout the day. “Observe an inspirational naturalization ceremony for new citizens with a special keynote address, daytime fireworks, military re-enactments, and a wreathlaying ceremony. Enjoy free birthday cake (while supplies last), a visit from General and Mrs. Washington, and a performance by the National Concert Band during its "Red, White and Blue" concert. Spend a truly inspiring day at a truly inspiring place.” National Independence Day Parade “Historic Constitution Avenue and the Monuments in Washington, D.C. form the setting for America’s biggest and best Independence Day Parade. Nowhere is there greater excitement on America’s birthday than in our nation’s capital! The parade begins at 11:45 am on July 4th and goes until 2 pm.” George Washington’s Alexandria Tour Take a step back into the past. This tour “covers Alexandria's colonial and revolutionary period from the town's establishment in 1749 to Washington's death in 1799. Guests learn about Alexandria's founding, its role during the French and Indian War, the American Revolution and George Washington's life in the community.” How do you plan on celebrating the 4th of July this year? Let us know in the comments. Thanks for reading our post.