That was the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. But another president -- James Monroe -- also died on Independence Day. The nation’s fifth president died on July 4, 1831.

The Fourth of July holiday, also known as Independence Day, celebrates the Second Continental Congress’ unanimous adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.

Today, Friday, July 4, 2025, is Independence Day. The day, also known as the Fourth of July, celebrates the founding of the United States of America. Independence Day is one of the 12 federal ...

4. Aptos, California Aptos marks Independence Day with what many call the world’s shortest parade, covering 0.6 miles. Even with the short route, crowds come out in big numbers.

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Coronado really celebrates Fourth in July in a one-of-a-kind way," said Mary Grace. "I mean, this parade is so patriotic and there's so many amazing colors and festivities and just like exciting ...

Celebrating America’s birthday of the 4th of July Independence Day at Hodgetown in downtown Amarillo. The Amarillo Sod Poodles game versus the Midland RockHounds will get underway at 6:05 p.m ...

High humidity and looming clouds weren't enough to deter the festivities in Mandan on the Fourth of July, as thousands of spectators lined Main Street to watch the 2025 Mandan Independence Day ...

Brenda Stordahl's home had a front-row seat to Friday's parade. "We bought the house in '85, July 1; didn't know they did this. Surprise, and it's been a party ever since," she said.