Want to Know the Best Spots to Watch Fireworks in Alexandria for its Big Birthday Bash on July 12?
Celebrate City and Nation with Free Music, Cupcakes and Spectacular Show in the Sky
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Get ready for a party as Alexandria marks its 276th birthday alongside America’s 249th with one epic celebration on Saturday, July 12 at scenic Oronoco Bay Park! The evening promises something for everyone—from music and poetry to cannons, cupcakes, and a dazzling fireworks show to light up the waterfront sky.
The fun kicks off at 6 p.m. with DJ Geena Marie setting the vibe while local legend George Worrell serves as the evening’s ever-charming emcee. From there, Alexandria brings out the local stars: Mayor Alyia Gaskins, Poet Laureate Maria Cristina Donoso, and the City Council, who will hand out free cupcakes (thanks to Wegmans!) starting at 8 p.m.—get there early before they’re gone!
But that’s just the appetizer. The Alexandria Symphony Orchestra takes the stage at 8:30 p.m., leading into the evening’s fireworks finale at 9:30 p.m.—complete with ceremonial cannons courtesy of the U.S. Army’s Presidential Salute Battery.
SEE PHOTOS FROM 2024 ALX 275 CELEBRATION HERE
🎆 Top Fireworks Viewing Spots Include:
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Oronoco Bay Park
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Canal Center Plaza
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Rivergate Park
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Founders Park
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Waterfront Park
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Point Lumley Park
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Windmill Hill Park
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Fords Landing boardwalk
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Jones Point Park
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George Washington Masonic Temple
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A ball of firework explodes above the ALX275 stage. (Photo: John Canery)
FOOD, BEER & LOCAL ART
Fuel up at local food trucks and cool down with award-winning craft brews from Port City Brewing Company. Explore handmade treasures in the Made in ALX Arts & Retail Area, curated in partnership with the City’s Office of the Arts.
STAY COOL, STAY GREEN
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Virginia American Water is bringing a free misting tent and water station.
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DASH will offer two air-conditioned cooling buses nearby.
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Dominion Energy will provide solar-powered charging stations.
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GO Alex will run a bike/scooter/stroller valet—so ditch the car and roll in!
🪑 Don’t forget to bring: lawn chairs, blankets, and your celebration spirit.
🚫 Please leave behind: pets, grills, tents, smoking materials, and staked umbrellas.
Need Assistance?
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Lost persons info will be available at the City stage and info tent.
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Language translation and disability accommodations are available with advance notice.
RAIN DATE: If Mother Nature doesn’t cooperate, the party moves to Sunday, July 13 at 6 p.m.
So mark your calendar, grab your red, white, and blue, and come toast to Alexandria and America with your neighbors—because nobody throws a birthday bash quite like Port City!
