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Fairfax Independence Day Parade and Fireworks

4th of July in Fairfax, Virginia

By Rachel Cooper, About.com

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Celebrate July 4 th at the Fairfax Independence Day Parade in the morning and a spectacular fireworks display at dark. There is limited parking in the Fairfax Historic District. Free shuttle buses are available to take you from parking areas to the parade and fireworks. Here is the schedule of events:

Independence Day Parade: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Fairfax Historic District. Buses will run from 8:30-10:30 am & 12:30 pm-1:45 pm from George Mason University, Woodson High School and Fairfax United Methodist Church.

Old-Fashioned Fireman’s Day: 12:30 p.m. 4081 University Drive, Firemen’s Competition, refreshments and games.

Musical Entertainment & Fireworks: 7 to 10:30 p.m. Fairfax High School. Live performances include the City of Fairfax Band, Eric Felten and Swing Set. Public parking is not available at Fairfax High School. Shuttle buses will be available from 6 - 11 p.m. at Woodson High School.

Rain Date: July 5 - Fireworks only

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