America's 250th Anniversary - US Semiquincentennial
America’s 250th Anniversary — the U.S. Semiquincentennial — will be celebrated on July 4, 2026, marking 250 years since the Declaration of Independence in 1776. The milestone honors the founding ideals of liberty and self-government while also recognizing diverse stories from soldiers, enslaved people, Native nations, and immigrants who shaped the nation. Through the nationwide America250 initiative, cities across all 50 states are preparing reenactments, exhibitions, education programs, and major civic festivals, culminating in nationwide parades, concerts, and fireworks on Independence Day 2026 — a moment to reflect on America’s past and its future.