An endless parade of fireworks, festivals, friends, bikinis, live music and backyard barbecues marking the celebration of “America’s birthday” is often played out in wild and spectacular ways across the country.
If you are in proximity of any of these locales, you may want to venture over for some good food and fun, or you can choose to watch the multi-pronged spectacle unfold on television.
Here are the seven best 4th of July celebrations around the nation, courtesy of travel expert Away. —terry shropshire
