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SUMMARY:Special Event:  Fourth at the Fort
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the start of America’s250th year in the place that made it possible.\n\nAn all-day 4th of July event featuring the largest Fort Monroe family-friendly fireworks show to date! Come celebrate America Made In Virginia. \n\n\n\nDate \nJuly 4th\, 2025 \n\n\nPlace \nFort Monroe at Hampton\, VA \n\n\nTime \n8:45 AM – 9:30 PM \n\n\nCost \nFree to the public (Free parking!) \n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\nHosted by \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nFourth At The Fort\nNo state played a more important role in the creation of our country than Virginia. Come honor your state and your country with us. \n\n\nEvent Schedule\nFort Monroe | 8:45 AM – 9:30 PM \nAn all day Semiquincentennial Anniversary program that will engage\, educate\, and inspire citizens of all ages. \n\n\n\n\nMorning Events\nParade Ground | 8:45 AM – 3:00 PM \nKick off this historic Fourth with a Civic Celebration like no other. \n\n\nOut of Many\, One Festival\nPatton Street Park | 3:00 – 7:00 PM \nEnjoy family-friendly activities\, demonstrations\, and interactive entertainment from all over the state. \n\n\nExpressions of Virginia Area \n\n\nHistory of Virginia Area \n\n\nA Taste of Virginia Area \n\n\n\n\nFree to Dream Grand Ceremony\nThe Main Stage | 7:30 PM | FIREWORKS AT 9:15 PM \nA star-spangled concert & fireworks display guaranteed to be one for the history books. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nVirginia’s Biggest4th of July Fireworks Show\nA soaring\, patriotic celebration uniting Americans from all walks of life. \n\n\nFree to Dream Grand Ceremony\nThe Main Stage | 7:30 PM | FIREWORKS at 9:15 PM \nA concert and fireworks show 250 years in the making. \n\n\n\n\nEntertainment\n\n\nThe United States Air Force Heritage of America Concert Band\nMajor Christina Muncey\, Commander \n\n\nLeah Glenn Dance Theatre\nLeah Glenn\, Choreographer \n\n\nMargaret Woods\n“Patriotic Sing Along” | “Free to Dream” Vocalist \n\n\n“Heartbeat of Freedom” Drummers\n\n\n“Declaration of Independence” Student Readers\n\n\nAnd more…\n\n\n\n\nGrand Finale Fireworks\nAn epic American spectacle in the sky featuring drones and fireworks by Pyrotecnico. \n\n\n\nMorning Events \n\nParade Ground | 8:45 AM – 3:00 PM \nStart this important day with a civic celebration. Discover the revolutionary spirit that led to the birth of a new nation and engage in fun-filled activities that celebrate the people and traditions of Virginia. \n\n\n\n\nExpressions of Virginia Area \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll Day Tent | 3:00–7:00 PM \nVisit the Art Tent and the Expressions of Freedom Stage for “A Salute to the Arts” featuring hands-on art activities\, performances\, and a community discussion panel. \n\n\n\n\nHistory of Virginia Area \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBetween Patton Rd & The Beach | 3:00 – 8:00 PM \nExplore Virginia through engaging exhibits featuring the state’s best museums\, cities & counties\, communities\, universities\, Made In Virginia craft vendors\, health & wellness and outdoor & nature organizations. \n\n\n\n\nA Taste of Virginia Area\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFenwick Road | 3:00–8:30 PM \nCome taste Virginia’s finest food\, craft beers\, and treats to celebrate July 4th. \nFeatured Speakers\n\n\n\nGeoff Bennett\nGrand Ceremony Host\nCo-anchor of PBS News Hour \n\n\n\nBobby Scott\nState Congressman \n\n\n\nJimmy Gray\nMayor of Hampton \n\n\n\nCarly Fiorina\nVA250\, National Honorary Chair \n\n\n\nDr. Anthony Parent\nProfessor Emeritus Wake Forest University \n\n\n\nSenator Mamie Locke\nVA250\, Vice Chair \nChair of African American Advisory Council \n\n\n\nJames Madison\nColonial Williamsburg Nation Builder \nAs portrayed by Bryan Austin \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n \n\nFort Monroe at Hampton\, VA\n\n\nVA250 and partners will honor the profound historical significance of Fort Monroe and Point Comfort. Known as “Freedom’s Fortress\,” Fort Monroe has been a pivotal site in American history\, from the arrival of the first enslaved Africans in 1619 to the Civil War’s “Contraband of War” decision\, which set the stage for the Emancipation Proclamation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n \n\nFort Monroe at Hampton\, VA\n\n\nVA250 and partners will honor the profound historical significance of Fort Monroe and Point Comfort. Known as “Freedom’s Fortress\,” Fort Monroe has been a pivotal site in American history\, from the arrival of the first enslaved Africans in 1619 to the Civil War’s “Contraband of War” decision\, which set the stage for the Emancipation Proclamation. \n\n\nDownload Event Flyer\nPlan Your Visit\nDirections\nRules & Regulations\nVisit Hampton\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVideos\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAmerica. Made In Virginia. (1 minute video) \n\n\n\n\n\nThe VA250 Mobile Museum Experience (1 minute video) \n\n\n\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions\n\n\n\nWill beaches be open? \nNo. Beaches will be closed for the fireworks show. \n\n\nWhat are the directions for the day of the event? \nThere are only 2 ways on and off the island. \n\n\nWill the roads be open all night? \nNo\, at 8:30 PM roads will be closed for fireworks. \n\n\nWhat time should we head over? \nIf you’re not on 64 making your way in by 6:00 PM you are not likely to make it there before roads close by 8:30 PM \n\n\n\nFort Monroe \nFrequently Asked Questions
URL:https://fortmonroe.org/event/special-event-fourth-at-the-fort/
LOCATION:Patton Street Park–near Outlook Beach\, near 316 Patton Road\, Fort Monroe\, VA\, 23651\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Phyllis Terrell":MAILTO:PTERRELL@FORTMONROE.ORG
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