2024 A Capitol Fourth Preview
Join us Thursday July 4 at 8/7c on PBS for A Capitol Fourth, hosted by Alfonso Ribeiro!
The NSO Performs "Stars and Stripes Forever"
Another fantastic night of performances in celebration of our great nation closes with the National Symphony Orchestra and their rousing rendition of John Philip Sousa's "Stars and Stripes Forever" at 2023's A Capitol Fourth.
Charles Esten Performs "Let Freedom Ring"
With a finale to remember, the incredibly talented Charles Esten caps off 2023's A Capitol Fourth with the patriotic hymn "Let Freedom Ring."
Host Alfonso Ribeiro, Elmo, and Cookie Monster Say Goodnight
Until next year! Host Alfonso Ribeiro and the Muppets of Sesame Street say it's way past their bedtime! We hope you and your family had an excellent time watching 2023's A Capitol Fourth.
Renée Fleming Performs "My Country, 'Tis of Thee"
On a night full of amazing performances, Renée Fleming's incredible rendition of "My Country, 'Tis of Thee" at 2023's A Capitol Fourth was not to be missed.
The U.S. Army Band Performs a Patriotic Medley
Punctuating the dazzling bursts of fireworks across the sky of our nation's capital, the U.S. Army Band performs a medley of patriotic classics at 2023's A Capitol Fourth.
The National Symphony Orchestra Performs the "1812 Overture"
Celebrate the majesty and grand spectacle of the National Symphony Orchestra as they perform the time-honored tradition of the "1812 Overture" at 2023's A Capitol Fourth.
Chicago Performs "25 or 6 to 4"
Rock out with Chicago and their unmistakable monster hit "25 or 6 to 4," celebrating our great nation's birth and independence at 2023's A Capitol Fourth.
Chicago Performs "Feelin' Stronger Every Day"
Legends Chicago deliver their moving ballad of hope and resolve, "Feelin' Stronger Every Day," at 2023's A Capitol Fourth.
Chicago Performs "Saturday in the Park"
You can't help but smile and sing along with the crowd on the steps of the U.S. Capitol as legendary band Chicago performs their timeless smash hit "Saturday in the Park" at 2023's A Capitol Fourth.
The Northwell Nurse Choir Performs a Medley
An unforgettable performance from some of our nation's unsung heroes—the Northwell Nurse Choir—delivering a medley of heartwarming standards to commemorate America's birthday at 2023's A Capitol Fourth.
Boyz II Men Performs "Easy"
Sit back, relax, and enjoy the smooth vibes of the extraordinarily gifted Boyz II Men and their soulful performance of the classic "Easy" at 2023's A Capitol Fourth.
Belinda Carlisle Performs "Heaven Is a Place on Earth"
With an encore performance, here is Belinda Carlisle performing the pop anthem "Heaven Is a Place on Earth" at the 2023 A Capitol Fourth.
Alfonso Ribeiro & Elmo With a Message From the ISS
Everyone's favorite space cadet, Elmo, introduces a very special message from the International Space Station with host Alfonso Ribeiro at 2023's A Capitol Fourth.
Renée Fleming Performs "Climb Ev'ry Mountain"
The divine Renée Fleming rings in the Fourth of July with a soaring and inspirational rendition of "Climb Ev'ry Mountain" at 2023's A Capitol Fourth.
Maddie & Tae Perform "This Land Is Your Land"
Charming us with their exceptional harmonies, country duo Maddie & Tae capture the enduring spirit of one of our nation's most beloved folk songs, "This Land Is Your Land," at 2023's A Capitol Fourth.
Host Alfonso Ribeiro & the Muppets of Sesame Street on Food
Did you know that Cookie Monster loves cookies AND burgers? Host Alfonso Ribeiro talks to the Muppets of Sesame Street about their summer favorites at 2023's A Capitol Fourth.
Babyface Performs "Change the World"
Performing his Grammy-winning Song of the Year, here is Babyface with the inspirational anthem "Change the World."
The Cast of A Beautiful Noise Performs a Medley
Sing along with Broadway's A Beautiful Noise as the cast performs a medley of hit songs from one of our nation's most beloved entertainers, Neil Diamond, at 2023's A Capitol Fourth.
Adrienne Warren Performs a Tina Turner Tribute
Broadway sensation Adrienne Warren pays tribute to the late great "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll," Tina Turner, at 2023's A Capitol Fourth.
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