Arlington 4th Of July Fireworks 2020 Canceled

Michael O'Connell
Updated ·3 min read

ARLINGTON, VA – July 4 events across the country will not look the same this year thanks to the coronavirus. Many cities and towns have been forced to cancel the annual Fourth of July events, including Arlington.

Although many Arlington events have been canceled, they have been replaced with some outdoor activities and televised events.

  • A Capitol Fourth: For 40 years, PBS has been broadcasting its annual concert from the National Mall in Washington, D.C., ending with a fireworks show over the National Mall. While this year's fireworks show has been canceled, A Capitol Fourth will still air Saturday, July 4, from 8-9:30 p.m. ET, on PBS.

  • Explore D.C.'s Waterfronts: D.C. sits at the confluence of the Anacostia and Potomac rivers. Take advantage of the warm summer weather, grab an oar, and paddle away the day.

  • An American Celebration at Mount Vernon: Celebrate the nation's birthday with a visit to the home of America's first president. Actives are offered throughout the day on Saturday, July 4, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Buy tickets.

  • Take a Virtual Run: RunnerMania is a virtual running festival scheduled fro July 3-5. Runners can run a 5K, half marathon, or 24-hour ultra. Register here.

  • Dine Along the Georgetown Riverfront: With D.C. now in Phase Two of its phased reopening, many restrictions have been lifted on restaurants. If you don't feel like dining, wander around the waterfront and check out the attractions.

  • Support a Local Restaurant: Now that Arlington is in Phase Two, restaurant and beverage establishments can offer indoor dining at 50 percent occupancy with at least six feet of spacing between tables.

  • Freedom Fest on the Plaza. Courthaus Social will be open Saturday, July 4, from 10 a.m.-10 p.m., at 2300 Clarendon Blvd. Bring the whole family and enjoy corn hole, jenga and many more games set up in the plaza for a day of fun.

  • Visit the National Zoo or a Museum: Although many museums and the National Zoo may be open, Phase Two restrictions limited the capacity to 50 people in enclosed rooms or exhibit paces. Museum events are permitted, but with a maximum capacity of 50 people.

  • Visit a Park: Since June 5, Arlington County Parks have opened the following facilities: athletic fields (with restrictions), batting cages, bocce courts, disc golf course, pickleball courts, picnic shelters (with restrictions), skate park, tennis courts, and running tracks. When the county entered Phase Two on June 12, its dog parks, and basketball and volleyball courts reopened.

Due to the pandemic, counties or cities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute. Check your event before you go. 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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This article originally appeared on the Arlington Patch