By Jamie Barrie O n the Fourth of July Americans everywhere celebrate the United States Declaration of Independence in 1776. This declaration on July 4th, 1776 sent the message to Britain that the thirteen American colonies would no longer be subject (and subordinate) to the monarch of Britain and were now united, free, and independent states. The Congress had voted to declare independence two days earlier on July 2, but it was not declared until July 4. We wanted to give an honorable mention to Bristol, RI, America's Most Patriotic Town, which is also the home to the U.S.’s oldest Independence Day celebration. The original party was established in 1785 by Revolutionary War veteran Rev. Henry Wight but has grown and only gotten better every year.
Now let’s move onto our top selections for Fourth of July celebration destinations. 10 Addison, TX
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Everything is bigger in Texas! This beautiful suburban community in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex is known for its fireworks show: Kaboom Town. Yes, the fireworks are awesome but patriots young and old don’t only come for the 30-minute light show. Kaboom Town has something for everyone and includes an air show, carnival, games, hundreds of food vendors and live music – not to mention some of the most family-friendly and budget- friendly accommodations in the US making it fun and affordable, which is what gets this spot in Texas in our top selection for Independence Day destinations! 9 Seattle, WA You can head down to the world-famous Pike Place Fish Market, dodge a few fish, buy something fresh to toss on the grill and afterwards head over to the fourth of July celebrations at Gas Works Park for one of the best fireworks display in the country. Visitors can also look forward to live entertainment, sack races, pie-eating contests and one of our favorites, a beer garden. Sounds like a great place to be for Independence Day.
Our Top 10 Destinations for Independence Day Celebrations
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