Happy 4th of July! Celebrate the nation’s birthday at these fun festivals and events in the Chesapeake area. Many of them include a fireworks show, so be sure to stick around!
July 4th Parade
July 4, 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Shady Side Road, Shady Side, MD 20764
Everyone can participate in this local 4th of July parade! Grab your bike or walk with a group as part of the parade, or watch from the sidelines as floats from local organizations go by.
Free | shadysidecommunitycenter.org
Wave the Flag
July 4, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Hammond Harwood House | 19 Maryland Ave., Annapolis, MD 21401
Make your own flag and learn about the U.S. flag’s history at the Hammond Harwood House! It’s a great place to stop before heading to a 4th of July parade.
Free | hammondharwoodhouse.org
Annapolis 4th of July Parade and Fireworks
July 4, 6:30 p.m. (parade), 9:15 p.m. (fireworks)
Susan Campbell Park at City Dock | Dock St., Annapolis, MD 21401
See fireworks over the water at this city event! The Naval Academy Band Marching Band will be leading the parade.
Free | visitannapolis.org
