1 New York, NY
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There should be no doubt that New York, the host which hosts the largest 4th of July fireworks display in America would be on our list. New York has so much to offer and every year, Macy’s Fireworks sees more than three-million people line the banks of the East River in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens to watch what has become in its 43-year history a “dazzling pyrotechnic spectacle.” It’s also an annual tradition for more than 12 million Americans to view the event on television each year. But if you are there live, then head to Coney Island for the iconic Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest before taking in the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular from one of the Big Apple's many rooftop hangouts. You can even watch like a VIP from the Empire State Building's open-air observatory. You will not be disappointed. We hope that wherever you are, you celebrate the America you love and that you enjoy the day and all that this great holiday represents and offers with friends and family. We would love to hear where you like to spend your Fourth of July and you never know it just might make our list for next year.
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3 Nashville, TN
Otherwise known as "Music City," Nashville is arguably one of the best places in the nation to get your groove on during the Independence Day festivities with more than 180 music venues around town. There is no better place to listen to live music than in the city that practically invented music. July 4th in Nashville is a fun-filled day of music, parades, food trucks, and of course fireworks. Set to the music of the Grammy-award-winning Nashville symphony, this marvellous fireworks display is sure to please! 2 Philadelphia, PA Celebrate America's birthday at the birthplace of America itself -- Philadelphia! For those looking for a true party, the "City of Brotherly Love" makes America's birthday a weeklong affair. Plus "Wawa Welcome America!" which is a citywide festival that is jam packed with multiple fireworks displays, free concerts, free museum days, community events, free outdoor movie screenings, block parties and more. So, why not tour Independence Hall – where the Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4th, 1776 and retrace the steps where our Founding Fathers made history. From free museum days to free performances, Philadelphia pulls out all the stops to celebrate one of the most prominent days in American history. On the evening of the Fourth of July, assemble for what is said to be the largest free concert in the country as an awe- inspiring 15-minute light show plays brightly against the backdrop of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Is there a better place to celebrate America’s 243rd birthday than America’s birthplace? Well if you are following along with our selection you know that we think there is one.
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Happy Fourth of July, from our family to yours!!!!
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