A Capitol Fourth

Arts and Music Series

America's favorite Independence Day celebration, A Capitol Fourth, features well-known musical artists and puts viewers front and center for the greatest display of fireworks anywhere in the nation. A Capitol Fourth is broadcast to millions at home and to our troops watching around the world.

Host Your Own Viewing Party!

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This Fourth of July, join A Capitol Fourth in celebrating America’s birthday by hosting your very own Viewing Party. Invite your friends and family over for food, fun, and of course, the greatest fireworks in the nation! Check out pbs.org/a-capitol-fourth/viewing-party/ to find out how you can make your party Fourth of July Fantastic!

2018 A Capitol Fourth Preview

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Join us Wednesday, July 4 at 8/7c on PBS for the 2018 A Capitol Fourth featuring Jimmy Buffett and the cast of Escape to Margaritaville: The Musical, The Beach Boys, Pentatonix, The Temptations, Luke Combs, Lauren Alaina, CeCe Winans, Joshua Bell, Renée Fleming, Maestro Jack Everly conducting the National Symphony Orchestra and hosted by John Stamos!

America's Biggest Birthday Party!

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Hear why audiences love A Capitol Fourth in this video featuring Laura Osnes, Sutton Foster and Megan Hilty! Join us for the 38th annual A Capitol Fourth this Fourth of July at 8/7c on PBS.

John Stamos Is Back to Host!

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This July 4th, America’s national Independence Day celebration kicks off our country’s 242nd birthday, as A Capitol Fourth welcomes back Emmy Award-nominated actor and producer John Stamos to host the festivities! The 38th annual concert airs Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at 8/7c.

Remembering Jerry Colbert

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The 2017 "A Capitol Fourth” marks the first broadcast since the passing of Founder and Executive Producer Jerry Colbert. We honor Jerry’s enduring legacy of patriotism and faith, which will continue to inspire this patriotic event at the U.S. Capitol for many years to come.

Are You Ready for America's Biggest Birthday Party?

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Join us for America's biggest birthday party, A Capitol Fourth! The 37th anniversary concert is hosted by John Stamos and features performances by The Beach Boys, The Blues Brothers, Kellie Pickler, The Four Tops, Trace Adkins, Yolanda Adams, Chris Blue, Sofia Carson, Laura Osnes, Mark McGrath, Sam Moore and the NSO under the direction of conductor Jack Everly. Tuesday, July 4 at 8/7c on PBS.

Strike Up the Band for A Capitol Fourth!

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Hear why audiences love A Capitol Fourth in this video featuring Christopher Jackson, Rita Moreno and Megan Hilty! Join us for the 37th annual A Capitol Fourth this Fourth of July at 8/7c on PBS.

2017 A Capitol Fourth Preview

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The 2017 edition of A Capitol Fourth is hosted by John Stamos and features performances by The Beach Boys, The Blues Brothers, Kellie Pickler, The Four Tops, Trace Adkins, Yolanda Adams, Chris Blue, Sofia Carson, Laura Osnes, Mark McGrath, Sam Moore and the National Symphony Orchestra under the direction of top pops conductor Jack Everly. A Capitol Fourth airs Tuesday, July 4 at 8/7c on PBS.

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