Hear a reading of the Declaration of Independence, watch performances from Colonial Williamsburg’s Fifes and Drums, and take in a majestic display of fireworks after dark in the Historic Area.
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Happy Independence Day!
Celebrate our nation's birthday with Fifes and Drums, militia parades, and Colonial Williamsburg's famous fireworks.
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July 4, 2015
9:00 p.m.
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10 a.m. | Salute to the States behind the Courthouse |
11 a.m. | Reading of the Declaration of Independence on Courthouse steps |
11:30 a.m.–4 p.m. | Colonial Faire at various locations including tomahawk throwing, cannons, drills, 3-legged races, quoits, and crafts (admission ticket or wristband required, see event page for details) |
1:30–3 p.m. | Colonial Auction at Market Square |
5–9 p.m. | Historic Tavern dining available Reservations required |
8:15–8:45 p.m. | Colonial Williamsburg Fifes and Drums Perform |
8:45–9:15 p.m. | Illuminations of Market Square and Palace Green |
9:10 p.m. | Salute to the Nation: A special tribute to our Armed Forces |
9:20 p.m. | Fireworks begin |
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