Independence Day Celebration

The 48th annual Independence Day parade steps off at 10 a.m. at 4100 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax, rain or shine. The parade loops around downtown Fairfax, along Chain Bridge Road, Main Street, University Drive and Armstrong Street. Among the entries in this year-s parade are eight high school marching bands as well as many large inflatable parade balloons, horses and clowns. As the sun sets, enjoy music and dancing during the Evening Show at 7 p.m. at Fairfax High School (3501 Rebel Run). There is entertainment on a stage with a spectacular fireworks display that follows. The rain date for the fireworks only is July 5. Items that may puncture the synthetic turf, smoking, alcohol and animals (except service animals) are not permitted on the football field.