On July 4, 2026, a two-hour live event will bring together Virginians of all ages in Colonial Williamsburg, the capital city of revolutionary Virginia. In the spirit of VA250’s mission to educate, engage and inspire, tens of thousands will gather where America’s story was shaped to reflect on the nation’s past and celebrate its many voices.
Dates
July 4, 2026
Time
8:00 - 10:00 pm
Place
Colonial Williamsburg
Hosted By
This event will feature patriotic pomp and pageantry and musical performances by an exciting line-up of American actors, dancers, musicians, artists and visionaries
Singer-Songwriter
Kicks off her farewell tour.
Virginia Supreme Court Justice (retired)
Reading of "A Poem for The Nation"
Performing patriotic favorites
Governor's Palace & Market Square
Spectacular drone & fireworks finale
Beyond performance, this event will inspire.
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VA250 Chair
VA250 Vice Chair
VA250 National Honorary Chair
The revolutionary spirit of the 18th century lives on at Colonial Williamsburg and Virginia's revolutionary capitol will be hosting patriotic festivities throughout the day.
Cities, counties, museums, attractions, and more are doing their part in celebrating the 250th anniversary of the nation.