America 250 : Everyday Hero Vignettes
State Department announces Trump passports will be available throughout the US
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‘250: Celebrating America’ highlights stories of service, community and hope
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CElebrating America 250 with unique travel experiences
Events in Your Area
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Now-July 12th
Celebrate America Festival
Wild Adventures
Valdosta -
July 3rd, 2026
Summer Celebration, America's 250th
Unity Park Amphitheater
Valdosta -
July 3rd, 2026
A Star-Spangled Celebration
Kleman Plaza
Tallahassee -
July 4th, 2026
2026 Firecracker 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run
Cascade Park
Tallahassee -
July 4th, 2026
Celebrate America
Tom Brown Park
Tallahassee -
July 4th, 2026
Celebrating 250 Years of Independence
Monticello -
July 4th, 2026
Sopchoppy 4th of July Celebration
Myron B. Hodge Sopchoppy City Park
Sopchoppy -
July 4th, 2026
Downtown Getdown Concert Series
119 N Broad St.
Cairo -
July 4th
VLPRA's Annual Fireworks Spectacular
Valdosta -
July 4th, 2026
Independence Day Fireworks
Remington Park
Thomasville -
July 4th, 2026
4th of July Celebration
Chattahoochee at River Landing Park
Gadsden County -
July 4th, 2026
4th of July Fireworks
Robert Lee Jackson Memorial Field
Quincy -
July 4th, 2026
July 4th Celebration
Earle May Boat Basin
Bainbridge -
July 4th, 2026
Madison Lions Club God and Country Celebration
Lake Frances
Madison County -
July 4th, 2026
Echols County July 4th Celebration
Community Center -
July 5th, 2026
Freedom Fest 2026
Family Worship Center
Cairo
Events In Your Area
America 250: The Stories
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John G. Riley Museum preserves Black history ahead of America's 250th
The John G. Riley Museum in Tallahassee preserves Black history ahead of America's 250th birthday. It continues to connect the community to a history that shaped the city, the state, and the nation.
Colorado railroad connects generations through a shared passion for trains
The Royal Gorge Route Railroad in Cañon City, Colorado, is more than a scenic ride — it's a place where generations connect over a shared love of trains.
A pack of sled dog puppies is about to start training in Denali National Park
Five young sled dogs-in-training were recently born at the Denali National Park and Preserve in Alaska, as part of the park's sled dog breeding program.
San Marcos de Apalache: Nearly 500 years of history in St. Marks
San Marcos de Apalache in St. Marks traces its origins to 1528, making it one of the oldest European settlements in the United States.
Historic Capitol Museum launches George Washington Experience for America 250
The George Washington Experience is open to the public, with self-guided tours available. The museum director says the exhibit makes history more accessible during a milestone moment for America.
Inside Marine boot camp: What recruits face in San Diego
All men and women enlisted west of the Mississippi River train at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego. Here's a look at what it takes.
