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06/18/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/18/2026 08:57

Traffic advisory for July 4 fireworks setup at Anacostia Park

Date: June 18, 2026
Contact:United States Park Police

WASHINGTON - On Saturday, July 4, the National Park Service will host its annual fireworks display at Anacostia Park in Southeast D.C. In conjunction with the event, there will be street closures - some beginning as early as next week for setup - that the public should take into consideration.

From 6 a.m. on June 23 through July 7, the following roads will be closed 24 hours a day to all traffic, including pedestrian:

  • Suitland Parkway/South Capitol Street SE Traffic Circle to Anacostia Drive SE
  • 1901 Anacostia Drive SE

The U.S. Park Police will provide additional closure information closer to the July 4 event. For the latest event information, visit July 4 Fireworks.

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