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Fourth at The Wharf

The Wharf is going country for the Fourth of July! Celebrate the Fourth at The Wharf with free live country music from throughout our outdoor stages.

Grab food to-go from a Wharf restaurant then head to Transit Pier where you can play games, sip on ice cold drinks from the Cantina bar and enjoy spectacular views of the National Park Service fireworks launched from the Lincoln Memorial.

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Fourth at The Wharf

Celebrate the Fourth of July at The Wharf with a free celebration. Enjoy country music on multiple stages, games and the Cantina bar on Transit Pier, and spectacular views of the National Park Service fireworks launched from the National Mall. 

Country Music Lineup for 2025

Transit Pier Floating Stage
Melissa Quinn Fox
Chris Ryan Band 

The Grove Stage
Wil Gravatt Band
Human Country Jukebox

The Boathouse Stage
Emily Woodhull
Summer & Eric

Pearl Street Stage
Gary Palumbo
Jeremiah Prophett

More Information -

  • Guests attending the free celebration on District Pier may bring a low back chair. Chairs are only permitted on District Pier on July 4, 2025 from 5pm-9pm.
  • Capacity on the pier is limited, so come early. The Wharf reserves the right to close the pier if needed.
  • No outside alcohol or home packed food is permitted. Guests may bring in food from any Wharf restaurant.
  • All ages are welcome at the event. Must be 21+ with a valid ID to consume alcohol.
  • The Wharf historically has great views of the fireworks, but please know that we are not in charge of this display so we can’t guarantee the quantity or timing. Historically, NPS has stated a 9:09 pm start time.
  • The Wharf parking garage will get full. We recommend that visitors use rideshare, Metro, or bicycle to access The Wharf.
  • We recommend leaving pets at home, the fireworks can be overwhelming for them.

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