Fireworks Near Me: Upper Marlboro’s 4th Of July 2021

UPPER MARLBORO, MD — Coronavirus cases continue to drop across the country while the number of those who are fully vaccinated continues to rise, which means there is even more reason to celebrate this Independence Day. July 4 is almost here, so it's time to find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you.

We have all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Upper Marlboro so you can start planning now.

Here's what's in store this July 4 in Upper Marlboro:

July 4 Festivities

Fireworks

Baltimore
Canceled

Bowie Baysox
Date: Sunday, July 4
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Prince George’s Stadium
Note: Tickets are $15 for everyone 13 and up. Passes are $10 for kids 3 to 12. Tots 2 and under are free. Seating is general admission. Parking is free. A band called DC Fusion will play music. Tickets are available here.

Greenbelt
Date: Sunday, July 4
Time: 9 p.m.
Location: Buddy Attick Lake Park

Laurel
Date: Saturday, July 3
Time: 9:15 p.m.
Location: Granville Gude Park

Ocean City (Downtown)
Date: Sunday, July 4
Time: 9:30 p.m.
Location: On the beach at N. Division Street

Ocean City (Uptown)
Date: Sunday, July 4
Time: 9:30 p.m.
Location: Northside Park

Upper Marlboro (Six Flags America)
Date: Saturday, July 3 and Sunday, July 4
Time: Not listed
Location: Six Flags America
Notes: Six Flags does not specify whether both nights have a fireworks display, but Saturday, July 3 and Sunday, July 4 are both part of the park’s Coca-Cola July 4th Fest. Tickets are available here.

Washington, D.C.
Date: Sunday, July 4
Time: 9:09 p.m.
Location: National Mall on both sides of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

Fireworks on the National Mall are returning to D.C. The 17-minute display will be held on Sunday, July 4, starting at 9:09 p.m. and will be launched from both sides of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.

The National Park Service said that consistent with Centers for Diesease Control guidelines, people who are not fully vaccinated must wear masks indoors and in crowded outdoor spaces on the National Mall. Masks are required for everyone on all forms of public transportation. All the memorials, except the Washington Monument, will be open.

People visiting the National Mall for the fireworks should practice social or physical distancing, staying at least six feet away from others who are not a member of your household, according to the NPS.

To celebrate progress made in getting Americans vaccinated, President Joe Biden is planning to celebrate the July Fourth holiday as “a summer of freedom.” He will be hosting 1,000 medical workers, first responders, essential workers and military members on the South Lawn of the White House for the National Mall fireworks.

The 41st annual Capitol Fourth concert on PBS will be pre-recorded, with singer and actress Vanessa Williams serving as host of the event from D.C. The concert will include pre-recorded performances by Jimmy Buffett, Gladys Knight, Alan Jackson, Jennifer Nettles and Renée Fleming. The Capitol Fourth airs on PBS on July 4 from 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. ET.

The National Symphony Orchestra will perform John Williams’ inspiring composition “Olympic Fanfare” in tribute to Team USA, honoring the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams as they prepare for the Olympic Games in Tokyo.

Capping off the concert broadcast on PBS will be live coverage of the fireworks display on the National Mall captured by multiple cameras stationed around the city.

Due to the pandemic, counties or cities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute, so double-check with organizers. Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar or share details on our free Neighbor Post feature.

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