4th of July 2011 in Washington D.C.

A complete list of firework shows in Washington D.C., Maryland and Virginia

The National Independence Day Parade has multiple bands, fife and drum corps, patriotic floats, marching military and even some celebrities.

America's national 4th of July celebration draws thousands of Washingtonians on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol with this free concert.

The country's best fireworks display happens on the National Mall. Find out the details and best spots to watch!

Enjoy the fireworks from the best view in town with a premium open bar and live music!

Uncle Sam wants YOU...to party it up with him this July 4th weekend!

Celebrate your freedom at this two-day Independence Day party!

Great food, cheap drinks and a slider eating contest... God bless America!

Celebrate the Fourth of July in Washington D.C on the biggest rooftop bar in the nation's capitol.

Jump start your Fourth of July weekend with a bar crawl to some of Midtown D.C.'s best!

What better way to show your American pride than by stuffing your face full of delicious hamburger for cash?

The Georgetown cupcakery's 4th of July Box is available through July 10th. Capped with red and blue stars, the patriotic lemon blueberry (fragrant lemon cake, studded with wild blueberries, topped with lemon cream cheese frosting) and classic red velvet cupcakes will add fireworks to any holiday BBQ.

Throw on some red white and blue and head on down to The Bullpen for a 7 hour open bar and live music!

Plenty of free/cheap alcohol, games and prizes at Town Tavern's 4th of July Celebration!

All door fees are being waived so come enjoy specialty cocktails garnished with a touch of red, white and blue!

Enjoy the 4th of July out on the Potomac with a lunch or dinner cruise!

Enjoy fireworks in the nations capitol while cruising the Potomac.

Be dazzled by Gaylord National’s free fireworks shows over the Potomac River every Saturday night

Enjoy a free concert, unique daytime fireworks and even free cake at this July 4th celebration at George Washington's estate.

The last BYT summer camp pool party of the year is a back to school bash with a ping pong tournament, inflatable animals, multiple DJ's, underwater make out sessions and more!

Support Becky's Fund and cheer on the Nats with fireworks and a book drive.

This festival on the National Mall features international culture events and is a good way to entertain yourself while you wait for the fireworks to start.

And if you can't get enough fireworks on July 4th, you can help celebrate Alexandria's 260th birthday in style at the Lorien Hotel and Spa on July 11 at their fireworks viewing party. In addition to a great view, cocktails and desserts will be provided by local restaurant Brabo.

Grey Goose brings you a summer soiree to celebrate the holiday weekend.

Celebrate the holiday in style, just steps away from the historic National Mall.

On Sunday, July 3rd from 2-6 pm, Jackie’s Executive Chef, Chef Diana will be firing up the grill and will be offering great BBQ food, ample patio seating, indoor seating, and games, sprinklers and lots of stuff for adults and kids to have a good ol' time. There will also be a bake-off contest judged by Jackie's pastry chef, Carolyn Crow. Bring your best home baked item by 4pm and win a $50 gift certificate! The BBQ menu will include habanero ribs, smoked beer can chicken, potato salad, the whole works. Price is $20 a person for all you can eat food; kids under 10 eat free!

Show your patriotic spirit on the patio of this steakhouse as they set out their grill and barbecue American classics on the coolest corner in D.C. In addition to the regular menu, you can enjoy their signature J&G Steakhouse burger or a Kobe beef hot dog, both served with chips and a premium beer for $20. Classic dinner service, featuring their new summer menu items, will also available on the patio beginning at 5 p.m. on July 4. Their patio is also a prime spot to catch D.C.'s fireworks display!

Poste Moderne Brasserie will offer a delicious, all-American picnic from 2-8:00 PM, reservations can be made at (202) 783-6060.

At the Butcher's Block at Brabo, you can pre-order your custom made Fourth of July picnic. Skip the preparations and let them do the hard work for you. Options include home made sandwiches, artisan potato chips, natural sodas and more.

Need a little extra nudge to roll out of bed early on the 4th? Guests who dine at Mon Ami Gabi Reston for brunch (10 a.m. -4 p.m.) will receive a gift certificate equal to the price of their meal (minus tax and gratuity) for a future brunch visit. AM favorites being served up include crêpes, quiches and classic offerings such as warm Blueberry French Toast or Waffle Bananas Foster. You can also toast to America with a zesty Bloody Mary from their Uncle Dougie's Build Your Own Bloody Mary Bar! After brunch, the restaurant will also have two featured wines for just $7… and a select cold brew for only $4 all day long. Call 703-707-0233 for reservations or more info.

Get your fill of red and white – wine, that is – and frosty brew as Mon Ami Gabi Bethesda offers specials this 4th of July on two featured wines for just $7… and a select cold brew for only $4 all day long. Call 301-654-1234 to make reservations and for more information.

Bufus Buchanan and his King Ribs BBQ at the Southwest Waterfront will be serving up delicious food all day on the 4th of July. The Southwest Waterfront also makes a great location to catch the D.C. fireworks show.

Celebrate the 4th with DC Brau Beer, the only beer brewed inside the city, at DC9. DC9 will open at 2:00pm and the grill will be fired up to cook the best dogs and burgers. DJs will be spinning the music and special Guest DJ Brandon Skall will get on the decks sometime during the day. DC Brau beer will be on special all day at $4. This event is free to attend!

Join DC's top entertainment groups for a Pre-Independence Day Celebration entitled “All of the Lights” on July 2nd. Vocalist Alison Carney will host her album debut party and will be joined by guitarist David James to kick-off the night with a live performance. Doors open at 9pm. There will be a sponsored open bar by Belvedere Luxury Vodka until 11pm. Following the live performance, the night will transition into a high-energy party until 3am. Sounds will be provided by DJ Casper and DJ Quicksilva. Visit http://www.urbaneworldwide.com/wkf/ to join the guest list and get complimentary admission and to get in on the open bar fun.

Cool off on this Pan Asian’s Pennsylvania Avenue patio with a bucket of beers ($12) and a small plate menu starting at 4:30 P.M. For dinner, enjoy a Filipino pig roast served with traditional sides and sauces that will be cooked outside and will also be served in the dining room.

Enjoy this free show at the beautiful Air Force Memorial and get a spectacular view of the D.C. fireworks. The concert starts at 8 p.m.

Celebrate the holiday weekend with two days of drink specials and American pride at McFaddens.