The nation's salute to its independence from England will be celebrated in all corners of the county this weekend with a full schedule of parades, music, picnics, fireworks and other activities.
Here we give a round up of what's going on in various necks of the wood, beginning with the Town of Leesburg's 22st annual celebration, the county's biggest July 4 event.
Leesburg
Leesburg has a daylong slate of festivities planned for the Fourth of July. The fun kicks off at 10 a.m. Mondaywith the annual Independence Day parade, beginning at Ida Lee Park and traveling down King Street to conclude at Fairfax Street. Once again Toth Financial will be sponsoring the performance by the popular fife and drum corps American Originals, who will be performing at 9:30 a.m. before the start of the parade near the courthouse.
The parade also will feature the 4th Annual Patriot's Cup Competition, sponsored by Leesburg Today. This award will go the best parade entry and the winner will receive a banner to be placed on their float during the parade and their name engraved on the Patriot Cup.
Those who are interested in participating in the parade need not worry—it's free. Contact Ida Lee Park Recreation Center for an application or visit www.idalee.org for an online version. King Street will close to through traffic at 9:30 a.m. in preparation for the parade; streets will reopen at approximately 11:30 a.m.
Special Events Supervisor Rachael Goodwin said there are some fun new additions to this year's parade, including the Northern Virginia Roller Derby, All Star Legacy and Lindsay's Salon, a recent winner of the town's Environmental Award. Also expected is a slew of local Scout troops as well as candidates for November's upcoming local elections.
Beginning at 6 p.m., festivities move to Ida Lee Park for the annual Celebration in the Park. Celebrate America's big day while listening to the tunes of Faded Image, a band from the Baltimore area that plays a mix of tunes from ‘80s to country to classic rock. Front man Rob Byer has a long history in the music industry having opened for stars like Toby Keith, Kenny Chesney and Charlie Daniels.
Plenty of food vendors will be on hand, as everyone knows nothing goes better with July 4 than burgers, hotdogs, ice cream and funnel cake. Other culinary favorites include barbecue, smoothies and crab cakes.
The biggest bangs of the evening begin at 9:30 p.m. when the largest fireworks show in Leesburg lights up the sky.Choreographed to patriotic music, this show is not to be missed.
Parking is available at the interior lots off Ida Lee Drive, and the festival field parking off King Street. Town staff members will work to ensure that as many vehicles as possible are parked in the park, so attendees are asked to be patient while waiting to enter and exit. The town also reminds our guests to use designated crosswalks.
Leesburg Fire and Rescue volunteers will be on site to provide medical assistance. Coolers and large bags are permitted but will be checked at gate entrances. Pets, alcohol, glass bottles and personal fireworks, including sparklers, are not permitted. In the event of rain, fireworks will be rescheduled for July 5 at 9:30 p.m. No other activities will be rescheduled.
For more information about the day's events in Leesburg, contact Goodwin at 703-737-7156,rgoodwin@leesburgva.govor visit www.idalee.org.
But that's not all that's going on in Leesburg for 4th of July celebrations-Dodona Manor will hold a July 4 Ice Cream Social from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The Friends of Dodona Manor organization invites the community for a post Leesburg parade ice cream party, including live music and free tours of the former home of World War II leader Gen. George C. Marshall, and his wife Katherine Tupper Marshall.
For more information, call 703-777-1301, or email events@georgecmarshall.org.
Another grand Leesburg house will provide a good viewing spot for the Ida Lee fireworks show. The lawn in front of the Morven Park mansion can accommodate a good number of adult patrons from which to watch the fireworks. Vintage 50 Catering will provide local wines and foods associated with love for the 6-10 p.m. Fireworks & Romance event.Residents are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the spectacle. Cost of the event is $50 per person for appetizers and two drink tickets. Admission is limited to ages 21 and up only, with reservations required.
Call 703-777-2890 or go to http://fireworksandromance.eventbrite.com.
Western Towns
Hillsboro: The Hillsboro Old Stone School will be the focus of the town's Independence Day celebration, to be heldSaturday, July 2. The 6 p.m. event features music and dance, with the Polka Dots and Jake and the Burtones, along with the lively dancers of the Blue Ridge Thunder Cloggers. Also on the entertainment roster, is a sneak peak at Run Rabbit Run Theatre's production of All for the Union in Confederate Virginia, written by Meredith Bean McMath and scheduled for three weekend performances July 9-24.
In the food line, Dot Shetterly has donated free ice cream for the occasion, tasty barbecue chicken dinners will be available for purchase from the Ruritans and sweets, treats and cold drinks are offered at the Hillsboro Community Association's bake sale.
For kids, there will be a variety of carnival games, a moon bounce, face painting by Ace of Face and balloon tricks for the daring with Fun Balloon Twisting.
Some great prizes are up for grabs, donated by local businesses and civic organizations. The evening will close out with a colorful fireworks show. Admission is free, although there will be a charge for some activities, including raffle tickets. Proceeds and donations will benefit the HCA, to help raise $5,000 for the fireworks.
Lovettsville: Lovettsville will celebrate Independence Day Sunday, July 3, with a parade, games, rides, food, music, entertainment for all ages and a fireworks show. Organized by the Lovettsville Community Center, theparade line-up begins at 4:30 before the start at 5:30 p.m.
Those who want to ride along with parade marchers can join a bike decorating workshop at 4:30 p.m. There will be activities from 6-8:30 p.m. on the community center ballfield, including inflatable rides, an obstacle course, a moon bounce, carousel, trackless train and a giant slide.
Other features include food vendors and a performance by the Blue Ridge Thunder Cloggers at 7:30 p.m. Fireworks start at 9:15 p.m. Registration for the parade is requested to the community center by 6 p.m. July 1: 540-822-5284 or LOVCC@loudoun.gov. Cost of the event is $4 for ages 3-12 to cover the various games. Everything else and all other ages else are free.
Round Hill: Round Hill will celebrate on July 4, with an 11 a.m.-1 p.m. community pig roast in the Town Park, organized by the Round Hill Business Association and the Round Hill Junior Women's Group. Pulled pork sandwiches and hot dogs will accompany crafts and games for the town youth along with live music by acoustic guitarist Barry Charlton. Tammy's Diner will provide ice cream for sale.
Purcellville: Purcellville, which traditionally hosts a large parade, is starting the line-up at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Emerick elementary, two hours before the start of the parade, according to Town Special Events Coordinator Cheryl Herman, who says parade organizer Donny Embrey is allowing plenty of time to get the anticipated number of marchers into some semblance of order. Although people can just turn up during line-up, the town much prefers to have people register with Embrey in advance: forestffembrey@aol.com.
The parade will leave Emerick at 12:30 p.m., and proceed to Loudoun Valley High School via Orchard to Main Street and then left on Maple to Valley. The big splash of the day will be the county fireworks show at Franklin Park, which draws thousands from all over western Loudoun.
Waterford: One of the smallest western Loudoun communities will stage one of the most comprehensive two-day schedules. The village of Waterford will hold its celebration July 3-4.
Organized by the Waterford Citizens Association, the roster goes as follows: Sunday evening, July 3, a 6 p.m. potluck supper will be held at the Bond Street Tanyard, and diners are advised to bring their own chairs or blankets. It's an "alphabet" potluck, so those whose last names begin with A-M should bring dessert, while N-S names should bring a main dish. T-Zs should bring a salad. No chips are requested and dishes should serve 8-10 people and come accompanied with a serving spoon. Residents should bring their own non-alcoholic drinks.
Janet Emma & Seven West will provide music to accompany the meal. Other activities include a pie baking contest for WCA members (or those who sign up to become a member)—those wishing to enter should contact Betsy Gibson at 540-882-9678 or mvybaby@yahoo.com before June 30 for contest rules—and a children's craft table.
The traditional town fireworks display will be held at the Water Street Meadow at dusk. Parking is available at the nearby elementary school. No sparklers or other fireworks are allowed.
The annual parade will start at 11 a.m. July 4 from the intersection of Rt. 662 and Factory Street. Line-up and registration begins at 10 a.m.
At 11:45 a.m., there will be songs, welcoming remarks and free hot dogs, drinks and watermelon served at the Bond Street Tanyard. Local musician Jeff Bean will provide lively music at noon.
The afternoon festivities include a dash to cool off in the Greystone Pool, just outside the village, which will be open to non-members for a $5 guest fee.
At 4 p.m., wet from the pool or dry, participants will adjourn to the elementary school for the annual softball game. To register, contact Mike Stup at 540-882-3610 or Stup¬_Mike@emc.com. Any help would be much appreciated, also information on floats of vehicles planned for the parade. Rain date for all events is Saturday, July 9.Contact Sharon Knipmeyer at 540-882-3982 or Sharon@knipmeyer.org.
Middleburg: Moving further south, the Middleburg Community Center will hold its annual 4th of July celebration, also on Monday. From 11 a.m.-6 p.m., the swimming pool will be open. For $3.50 per person, residents can drop in and have a refreshing dip before emerging to take part in the various activities.
From 10 a.m.-9:15 p.m. the American Legion will sell raffle tickets. At 5 p.m., the Ladies Auxiliary will hold an old-fashioned cakewalk. From 5 -8 p.m., the Middleburg Cub Scout Pak #1737 will demonstrate spin art activities, and from 6-9:30 p.m. there will be music from DJs 2 GO.
At 6:30 p.m., the American Legion Post 295 and Middleburg Boy Scout Troop #2950 will hold a flag ceremony and organize field games and prizes, and have GLO necklaces for sale. Exhibits by the Middleburg Vol. Fire Department and the Middleburg Police Department will follow. Courtesy of Loudoun Hounds Baseball, there will be fast pitch, batting cage and Fetch the Mascot. The elementary school will serve as a concessionaire of water and ice cream.
At 9:20 p.m., there will be the closing fireworks show. In the event of rain, all activities will be cancelled. The fireworks will be held July 5.
For information, call 540-687-6373 or visit www.middleburgcommunitycenter.com.
Eastern Towns
Ashburn Village: Residents here will celebrate July 4 at the Ashburn Village Sports Pavilion, starting with a community parade from Fincastle Field and ending at the pavilion.
From 11 a.m.-4 p.m. there will be a fun pool party with music by from a live DJ.
The event ends with a performance by E3 before fireworks display close out the day.
For information, go to www.ashburnvillage.org.
South Riding: South Riding residents can enjoy a 6:30-9:45 p.m. July 1 picnic or the offerings from various vendors at the Dulles Multipurose Center. A beer and wine tent is available for ages 21 and up, and plenty of live music leads up to a concluding fireworks show.
For information, go to www.southriding.net.
Sterling: Over in Sterling, the Sterling Park Golf & Swim Club will hold its annual golf and swim festival Saturday, July 2,which will include a day of basking in the sun and cooling off in the water from 11 a.m.-8 p.m., as well as live music and food.
Swing Shift will take the stage form 6-8 p.m., and later in the evening, staff members will put on an impressive fireworks display at 9:15 p.m.
For information, go to www.sterlinggolfandswim.com.
Claude Moore Park will also offer a day of old-fashioned activities for Sterling residents, from 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. July 4.Pony and wagon rides, games, crafts and plenty of food will be available, along with animal shows by Reptiles Alive and music from Sterling Playmakers, while Frogshackle nature Center staff will host hands-on activities and Gary Smallwood will provide some lively music.
There will be a $5 a person charge for ages 5 and up, while ages 4 and younger are free.
Here we give a round up of what's going on in various necks of the wood, beginning with the Town of Leesburg's 22st annual celebration, the county's biggest July 4 event.
Leesburg
Leesburg has a daylong slate of festivities planned for the Fourth of July. The fun kicks off at 10 a.m. Mondaywith the annual Independence Day parade, beginning at Ida Lee Park and traveling down King Street to conclude at Fairfax Street. Once again Toth Financial will be sponsoring the performance by the popular fife and drum corps American Originals, who will be performing at 9:30 a.m. before the start of the parade near the courthouse.
The parade also will feature the 4th Annual Patriot's Cup Competition, sponsored by Leesburg Today. This award will go the best parade entry and the winner will receive a banner to be placed on their float during the parade and their name engraved on the Patriot Cup.
Those who are interested in participating in the parade need not worry—it's free. Contact Ida Lee Park Recreation Center for an application or visit www.idalee.org for an online version. King Street will close to through traffic at 9:30 a.m. in preparation for the parade; streets will reopen at approximately 11:30 a.m.
Special Events Supervisor Rachael Goodwin said there are some fun new additions to this year's parade, including the Northern Virginia Roller Derby, All Star Legacy and Lindsay's Salon, a recent winner of the town's Environmental Award. Also expected is a slew of local Scout troops as well as candidates for November's upcoming local elections.
Beginning at 6 p.m., festivities move to Ida Lee Park for the annual Celebration in the Park. Celebrate America's big day while listening to the tunes of Faded Image, a band from the Baltimore area that plays a mix of tunes from ‘80s to country to classic rock. Front man Rob Byer has a long history in the music industry having opened for stars like Toby Keith, Kenny Chesney and Charlie Daniels.
Plenty of food vendors will be on hand, as everyone knows nothing goes better with July 4 than burgers, hotdogs, ice cream and funnel cake. Other culinary favorites include barbecue, smoothies and crab cakes.
The biggest bangs of the evening begin at 9:30 p.m. when the largest fireworks show in Leesburg lights up the sky.Choreographed to patriotic music, this show is not to be missed.
Parking is available at the interior lots off Ida Lee Drive, and the festival field parking off King Street. Town staff members will work to ensure that as many vehicles as possible are parked in the park, so attendees are asked to be patient while waiting to enter and exit. The town also reminds our guests to use designated crosswalks.
Leesburg Fire and Rescue volunteers will be on site to provide medical assistance. Coolers and large bags are permitted but will be checked at gate entrances. Pets, alcohol, glass bottles and personal fireworks, including sparklers, are not permitted. In the event of rain, fireworks will be rescheduled for July 5 at 9:30 p.m. No other activities will be rescheduled.
For more information about the day's events in Leesburg, contact Goodwin at 703-737-7156,rgoodwin@leesburgva.govor visit www.idalee.org.
But that's not all that's going on in Leesburg for 4th of July celebrations-Dodona Manor will hold a July 4 Ice Cream Social from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The Friends of Dodona Manor organization invites the community for a post Leesburg parade ice cream party, including live music and free tours of the former home of World War II leader Gen. George C. Marshall, and his wife Katherine Tupper Marshall.
For more information, call 703-777-1301, or email events@georgecmarshall.org.
Another grand Leesburg house will provide a good viewing spot for the Ida Lee fireworks show. The lawn in front of the Morven Park mansion can accommodate a good number of adult patrons from which to watch the fireworks. Vintage 50 Catering will provide local wines and foods associated with love for the 6-10 p.m. Fireworks & Romance event.Residents are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the spectacle. Cost of the event is $50 per person for appetizers and two drink tickets. Admission is limited to ages 21 and up only, with reservations required.
Call 703-777-2890 or go to http://fireworksandromance.eventbrite.com.
Western Towns
Hillsboro: The Hillsboro Old Stone School will be the focus of the town's Independence Day celebration, to be heldSaturday, July 2. The 6 p.m. event features music and dance, with the Polka Dots and Jake and the Burtones, along with the lively dancers of the Blue Ridge Thunder Cloggers. Also on the entertainment roster, is a sneak peak at Run Rabbit Run Theatre's production of All for the Union in Confederate Virginia, written by Meredith Bean McMath and scheduled for three weekend performances July 9-24.
In the food line, Dot Shetterly has donated free ice cream for the occasion, tasty barbecue chicken dinners will be available for purchase from the Ruritans and sweets, treats and cold drinks are offered at the Hillsboro Community Association's bake sale.
For kids, there will be a variety of carnival games, a moon bounce, face painting by Ace of Face and balloon tricks for the daring with Fun Balloon Twisting.
Some great prizes are up for grabs, donated by local businesses and civic organizations. The evening will close out with a colorful fireworks show. Admission is free, although there will be a charge for some activities, including raffle tickets. Proceeds and donations will benefit the HCA, to help raise $5,000 for the fireworks.
Lovettsville: Lovettsville will celebrate Independence Day Sunday, July 3, with a parade, games, rides, food, music, entertainment for all ages and a fireworks show. Organized by the Lovettsville Community Center, theparade line-up begins at 4:30 before the start at 5:30 p.m.
Those who want to ride along with parade marchers can join a bike decorating workshop at 4:30 p.m. There will be activities from 6-8:30 p.m. on the community center ballfield, including inflatable rides, an obstacle course, a moon bounce, carousel, trackless train and a giant slide.
Round Hill: Round Hill will celebrate on July 4, with an 11 a.m.-1 p.m. community pig roast in the Town Park, organized by the Round Hill Business Association and the Round Hill Junior Women's Group. Pulled pork sandwiches and hot dogs will accompany crafts and games for the town youth along with live music by acoustic guitarist Barry Charlton. Tammy's Diner will provide ice cream for sale.
Purcellville: Purcellville, which traditionally hosts a large parade, is starting the line-up at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Emerick elementary, two hours before the start of the parade, according to Town Special Events Coordinator Cheryl Herman, who says parade organizer Donny Embrey is allowing plenty of time to get the anticipated number of marchers into some semblance of order. Although people can just turn up during line-up, the town much prefers to have people register with Embrey in advance: forestffembrey@aol.com.
The parade will leave Emerick at 12:30 p.m., and proceed to Loudoun Valley High School via Orchard to Main Street and then left on Maple to Valley. The big splash of the day will be the county fireworks show at Franklin Park, which draws thousands from all over western Loudoun.
Waterford: One of the smallest western Loudoun communities will stage one of the most comprehensive two-day schedules. The village of Waterford will hold its celebration July 3-4.
Organized by the Waterford Citizens Association, the roster goes as follows: Sunday evening, July 3, a 6 p.m. potluck supper will be held at the Bond Street Tanyard, and diners are advised to bring their own chairs or blankets. It's an "alphabet" potluck, so those whose last names begin with A-M should bring dessert, while N-S names should bring a main dish. T-Zs should bring a salad. No chips are requested and dishes should serve 8-10 people and come accompanied with a serving spoon. Residents should bring their own non-alcoholic drinks.
Janet Emma & Seven West will provide music to accompany the meal. Other activities include a pie baking contest for WCA members (or those who sign up to become a member)—those wishing to enter should contact Betsy Gibson at 540-882-9678 or mvybaby@yahoo.com before June 30 for contest rules—and a children's craft table.
The traditional town fireworks display will be held at the Water Street Meadow at dusk. Parking is available at the nearby elementary school. No sparklers or other fireworks are allowed.
The annual parade will start at 11 a.m. July 4 from the intersection of Rt. 662 and Factory Street. Line-up and registration begins at 10 a.m.
At 11:45 a.m., there will be songs, welcoming remarks and free hot dogs, drinks and watermelon served at the Bond Street Tanyard. Local musician Jeff Bean will provide lively music at noon.
The afternoon festivities include a dash to cool off in the Greystone Pool, just outside the village, which will be open to non-members for a $5 guest fee.
At 4 p.m., wet from the pool or dry, participants will adjourn to the elementary school for the annual softball game. To register, contact Mike Stup at 540-882-3610 or Stup¬_Mike@emc.com. Any help would be much appreciated, also information on floats of vehicles planned for the parade. Rain date for all events is Saturday, July 9.Contact Sharon Knipmeyer at 540-882-3982 or Sharon@knipmeyer.org.
Middleburg: Moving further south, the Middleburg Community Center will hold its annual 4th of July celebration, also on Monday. From 11 a.m.-6 p.m., the swimming pool will be open. For $3.50 per person, residents can drop in and have a refreshing dip before emerging to take part in the various activities.
From 10 a.m.-9:15 p.m. the American Legion will sell raffle tickets. At 5 p.m., the Ladies Auxiliary will hold an old-fashioned cakewalk. From 5 -8 p.m., the Middleburg Cub Scout Pak #1737 will demonstrate spin art activities, and from 6-9:30 p.m. there will be music from DJs 2 GO.
At 6:30 p.m., the American Legion Post 295 and Middleburg Boy Scout Troop #2950 will hold a flag ceremony and organize field games and prizes, and have GLO necklaces for sale. Exhibits by the Middleburg Vol. Fire Department and the Middleburg Police Department will follow. Courtesy of Loudoun Hounds Baseball, there will be fast pitch, batting cage and Fetch the Mascot. The elementary school will serve as a concessionaire of water and ice cream.
At 9:20 p.m., there will be the closing fireworks show. In the event of rain, all activities will be cancelled. The fireworks will be held July 5.
For information, call 540-687-6373 or visit www.middleburgcommunitycenter.com.
Eastern Towns
Ashburn Village: Residents here will celebrate July 4 at the Ashburn Village Sports Pavilion, starting with a community parade from Fincastle Field and ending at the pavilion.
From 11 a.m.-4 p.m. there will be a fun pool party with music by from a live DJ.
The event ends with a performance by E3 before fireworks display close out the day.
For information, go to www.ashburnvillage.org.
South Riding: South Riding residents can enjoy a 6:30-9:45 p.m. July 1 picnic or the offerings from various vendors at the Dulles Multipurose Center. A beer and wine tent is available for ages 21 and up, and plenty of live music leads up to a concluding fireworks show.
For information, go to www.southriding.net.
Sterling: Over in Sterling, the Sterling Park Golf & Swim Club will hold its annual golf and swim festival Saturday, July 2,which will include a day of basking in the sun and cooling off in the water from 11 a.m.-8 p.m., as well as live music and food.
Swing Shift will take the stage form 6-8 p.m., and later in the evening, staff members will put on an impressive fireworks display at 9:15 p.m.
For information, go to www.sterlinggolfandswim.com.
Claude Moore Park will also offer a day of old-fashioned activities for Sterling residents, from 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. July 4.Pony and wagon rides, games, crafts and plenty of food will be available, along with animal shows by Reptiles Alive and music from Sterling Playmakers, while Frogshackle nature Center staff will host hands-on activities and Gary Smallwood will provide some lively music.
There will be a $5 a person charge for ages 5 and up, while ages 4 and younger are free.
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