No Fireworks at National Harbor but Lots of Fun Waterfront Activities July 4th Weekend and Continuing Through the Summer

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No Fireworks at National Harbor but Lots of Fun Waterfront Activities July 4th Weekend and Continuing Through the Summer
Music, a veterans market, boating fun and more, National Harbor is the place to be for the Fourth of July Weekend and summertime fun!

NATIONAL HARBOR, Md., June 22, 2026—National Harbor does not have fireworks on July 4, but as the nation celebrates 250 years, National Harbor has plenty of opportunities to experience great entertainment, exceptional food and amazing activities all weekend.

“As part of our celebration of America’s 250th birthday, we’re excited to offer an extensive list of summer programming and activities,” said Senior Director of Marketing at National Harbor, Deborah Topcik. “From shopping to dining to boating fun, our waterfront is a vibrant gathering place to honor our nation’s history and celebrate July 4th
all weekend long.”

The July 4th weekend kicks off on Friday, July 3rd with Summer Sounds featuring National Harbor’s own Bobby McKey’s performing rock music from 6 to 8 p.m. on the waterfront plaza. The event is free. Actor and comedian DeRay Davis will be performing at The Theater at MGM National Harbor

On July 4, visitors to National Harbor can experience the 250^th Veterans’ Maker’s Market showcasing veteran makers and artisans with handmade art, crafts, jewelry, home décor, gifts and specialty items. The market takes place from noon until 8 p.m., rain or shine in the Capital Canopy. Also on July 4th, School of Rock students from across the Washington, D.C. region will perform on the National Harbor Plaza Stage from 1 to 5 p.m.

Tanger National Harbor will stay open until 6 p.m. on the 4th. Shoppers are encouraged to visit www.tanger.com/nationalharbor for more details and store offers.

End the holiday weekend on Sunday, July 5th
with Movies on the Potomac. Back to the Future will be showing at 6pm on the Plaza Screen. Guests can elevate their visit with The Capital Wheel offers “Stars & Stripes” package.

Gaylord National Resort joins forces with DC this summer for a superhero adventure all summer long through Sept. 6. Super Hero Summer features interactive experiences, thrilling challenges and dazzling spectacles featuring iconic characters Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman—straight from the pages of DC comics. Gaylord’s overnight stays provide exclusive resort experiences that let guests immerse themselves in Super Hero Summer featuring DC.

Visitors can get out on the water in the National Harbor cove and have some boating fun. The property’s popular Freedom Ring Boat rentals are great for groups of up to 10 people. Participants are encouraged to bring a picnic. Or for smaller groups or independent adventurers, Adventures Unbound provides kayak, canoes and pedal boat rentals for those who want to explore the Potomac on their own.

For more information on National Harbor, visit www.NationalHarbor.com.

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About National Harbor
Situated on the banks of the historic Potomac River and just minutes from the nation’s capital, National Harbor is a waterfront resort destination unlike any other. National Harbor is home to two of Maryland’s Four Diamond rated hotels—Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, the East Coast’s largest non-gaming hotel and convention center and has almost 2,000 hotel rooms and 660,000 sq. ft. of meeting space and MGM National Harbor, an integrated luxury casino resort with renowned chef-driven restaurants, a 3,000-seat state-of-the art theater and one of the largest gaming floors outside of Las Vegas. The vibrant Waterfront District features boutique shops, restaurants and entertainment options along picturesque promenades. The iconic Capital Wheel, a 180-ft observation wheel, Tanger National Harbor’s 85 designer brands, and a robust calendar of events round out this destination that welcomes more than 15.2 million visitors a year. For more information, visit www.NationalHarbor.com.