4th of July in Maryland / DC

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7/3 Boonsboro Independence Day Celebration - Boonsboro, MD

7/3 Chesapeake Beach Fireworks - Chesapeake Beach, MD

7/3 St. Mary's Freedom Fest @ St. Mary's County Fairgrounds - Leonardtown, MD

7/4 Towson Fireworks 2026 - Towson, MD

7/4 Ocean City 4th of July Celebrations - Ocean City, MD

7/4 4th of July in Baltimore- Inner Harbor, Baltimore

7/4 Bel Air Independence Day Committee, Inc. - Bel Air, MD

7/4 Howard County - Columbia, MD

7/4 Frederick's 4th: An Independence Day Celebration - Frederick, MD

7/4 Cherry Hill Arts and Music Waterfront Festival - Baltimore, MD

7/4 Laurel Independence Day Celebration - Laurel, MD

7/4 Fullerton Fireworks Celebration & Music Festival 2026 - Fullerton Park 

7/4 Chesapeake Baysox to Host Star Spangled Spectacular - Bowie, MD

7/4 RED, WHITE & BOOM! - Aberdeen, MD

7/4 Germantown Glory - Boyds, MD

7/4 Rockville Independence Day Celebration - Rockville, MD

7/4 Poolesville 4th of July Fireworks - Poolesville, MD

7/4 Catonsville Fireworks Family Fun Fest - Catonsville, MD

7/4 Carroll County Farm Museum Fourth - Westminster, MD

7/4 Annapolis 4th of July Parade and Fireworks - ANNAPOLIS, MD

7/4 Annapolis 4th of July Celebration - DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia

7/4 Charles County 4th of July Celebration - La Plata, MD

7/4 Takoma Park 4th of July Parade and Evening Celebration - Takoma Park, MD

7/4 Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks - Taneytown Memorial Park

7/4 Salute to America Celebration & Fireworks - Washington, DC

7/4 Anacostia Park Fireworks - Washington, DC

7/4 Frederick's 4th of July at Baker Park - Frederick, MD

7/4 Howard County’s July 4th Fireworks - Columbia, MD

7/4 Greenbelt Independence Day Celebration - Greenbelt, MD

7/4 Annapolis Fireworks Cruise (Watermark Journey) - Annapolis,  Maryland

7/4 Cherry Hill Arts & Music Waterfront Festival - Waterfront, Baltimore

7/4 Fun-Filled 4th at Regency Furniture Stadium - Waldorf, MD

7/4 Germantown Glory Fireworks - Central Park Cir, MD

7/5 Independence Celebration in Havre de Grace - Havre de Grace, MD

If you've been looking for somewhere to cool off this summer, I finally found one of my favorite swim spots.

Beaver Dam Swim Club isn't a public pool, but it's worth the admission.

Think rope swings, two pools, plenty of space to spread out, and food on-site.

Weekdays are the best deal if you're looking to save a few dollars

FAMILY & ALL AGES

🎨 Jul 1 | Kids Art Workshop: Needle Felting for Ages 8–14 | Catonsville, MD
A hands-on needle felting art workshop for kids ages 8–14 — a creative and unique summer activity.

🖼️ Jul 3 | Art Walk in the Park | Glen Echo, MD
A guided outdoor art walk through Glen Echo Park — a beautiful 4th of July weekend activity for the whole family.

🎊 Jul 12 | Baltimore Washington ONE Carnival — Sunday Family Day Festival | Druid Hill Park, Baltimore, MD
World-renowned artists & DJs, food, beverages, arts & crafts from around the world. 9am–10pm. ✅ FREE

🍉 Jul 26–27 | 5th Annual Braglio Farms Watermelon Festival | Randallstown, MD
Live music, watermelon eats & treats, local vendors, kids games, petting ranch, log playground, watermelon cocktails & beer. 12–5pm both days. Dog friendly 🐕 Bring a chair or tent! from $15

ADULTS ONLY (21+)

💦 Jul 2 | Foam Fest DC | The Bullpen | Washington, DC
The biggest foam party in DC history to kick off 4th of July weekend — dancing, vibes & loads of foam at The Bullpen outdoor venue. 5–10pm. Tickets required.

🛝 Jul 3 | Play Hooky | Power Plant Live, Baltimore, MD
Adult recess is real — team building games, live music, wellness vendors & good energy. Starts 9am. Tickets required.

♠️ Jul 3 | 1st Friday Spades in Columbia | Columbia, MD
Bring your spades partner and your best trash talk — a fun card night to start the long weekend right.

🎉 Jul 4 | 3rd Annual Baltimore Freaknik | Baltimore, MD
Baltimore's biggest 4th of July day party — Atlanta energy in Charm City. Tickets from $52. This one sells out!

☀️ Jul 4 | Top of the Morning Party | Power Plant Live, Baltimore, MD
Start Independence Day morning right — DJs, good vibes & summer energy. 9am start. Tickets required.

🎬 Jul 5 | Dirty Habit DC: Courtyard Cinema | Summer Affairs Series | Washington, DC
An outdoor courtyard cinema experience — films, cocktails & summer night vibes.

🌞 Jul 5 | The Sunday Experience | Calverton, MD
A first Sunday experience to wind down the long weekend right — check link for details.

🤠 Jul 5 | Biddy on the Water: Rodeo Theme | Canton Waterfront Park, Baltimore, MD
A rodeo-themed waterfront party at Canton Waterfront Park — boots, vibes & Baltimore harbor views.

🥁 Jul 10 | Baltimore Washington ONE Carnival — J'Ouvert | Druid Hill Park, Baltimore, MD
The official kick-off to Baltimore Carnival Weekend! Caribbean-style J'Ouvert party at Druid Hill Park. 3–10pm. Tickets required.

🌙 Jul 10 | 14th Annual DMV Overnight Cookout | Hughesville, MD
The legendary overnight cookout is back for year 14! DJ Frank White, DJ Big John & DJ 5'9 spin 90s & 2000s hits from 11pm to 7am — food trucks, hookah, mechanical bull, vendors & RV space. Bring your blanket, tent & lawn chair. 21+ from $45 advance • $60 GA. Address on ticket. 🔥

🎉 Jul 11 | Baltimore Washington ONE Carnival — Parade of Bands | Park Circle to Druid Hill Park, Baltimore, MD
The parade steps off at noon from Park Circle winding through Baltimore streets — followed by a Caribbean festival with live entertainment, jerk chicken & international vendors. ✅ FREE to watch

🌺 Jul 25 | Fête Champêtre: A Luxe Garden Party | Middle Branch Park, Baltimore, MD
Year 3 of Baltimore's most elevated outdoor garden party — waterfront views, floral décor, live entertainment, food trucks & mobile bars. GA (Jardin) from $65 • VIP tent seating from $90. 4–9pm.

🎵 Jul 25 | Frequency & Flame | FELT Exclusive | Our Time Kitchen, Baltimore, MD
An intimate ticketed experience blending music, food & creative energy — check Posh for details.

Looking for something different?

Anacostia Park offers FREE skate rentals all season long, making this one of my favorite inexpensive date ideas or family outings.

Late Skate Days give you rental skates til 10 and include live bands, karaoke and other fun.