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Town of Leesburg
News Release
For Immediate Release
June 25, 2018
Media Contact:
Betsy Arnett, Public Information Officer
barnett@leesburgva.gov 703-771-2734
Leesburg Celebrates Independence Day
Downtown parade will step off at 10:00 a.m., followed by concert and fireworks
at Ida Lee Park in the evening.
Leesburg, VA (June 25, 2018) – The Town of Leesburg will
host its 28th annual Independence Day Celebration on
Wednesday, July 4, 2018, presented by Loudoun Medical
Group.
The festivities will begin with the Independence Day
Parade at 10:00 a.m. The parade will start at Ida Lee Park,
travel down King Street through the historic downtown,
and conclude at Fairfax Street. The parade will feature the
11th Annual Patriot’s Cup Competition, sponsored by
Loudoun Now newspaper, for the best parade float. The
winner’s name will be engraved on the Patriot Cup and
displayed in the Town Hall trophy case on the second floor.
It’s not too late to join the parade! There is no entry fee
and all are welcome. For more information, visit
www.leesburgva.gov/july4th.
King Street will close to through-traffic at 9:30 a.m. in
preparation for the parade. Downtown streets will re-
open at approximately 11:30 a.m.
At 9:45 a.m., prior to the parade, the American Originals
Fife and Drum Corps will perform at the intersection of King and Market streets. Sponsored by
Toth Financial, this traditional military-style music group adds a patriotic sound to the parade
and is a favorite among parade viewers. Plan to arrive downtown before the street closures to
hear the fifes and drums before the parade kicks off.
In the evening, the fun continues at Ida Lee Park. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. Be sure to arrive early
and grab a spot on the lawn for a full night of fun, food , and great music. At 6:30 p.m., Party of
Four will take the stage, covering 80’s and 90’s hits with their soaring four-part vocal
harmonies. A full food court will be onsite with funnel cakes, ice cream, hot dogs, and other
goodies.
Sponsored by Country Buick GMC of Leesburg, the region’s largest fireworks display will light
up the sky beginning at 9:30 p.m. Choreographed to patriotic music, this light show is not to be
missed.
Parking is available at the interior lots off Ida Lee Drive and the festival field parking off King
Street. Town of Leesburg staff will work hard to ensure that as many vehicles as possible are
parked in the park, so attendees are asked to be patient while waiting to enter and exit. The
Town reminds our guests to use designated crosswalks if walking to the park.
Coolers and large bags are permitted but will be checked at gate entrances. Pets, alcohol, and
personal fireworks (including sparklers) are not permitted. In the event of rain, fireworks will be
rescheduled for July 5th at 9:30 p.m. No other activities will be rescheduled.
On the day of the event, please check the Town of Leesburg Facebook page
(www.facebook.com/LeesburgVirginia) and Twitter account (@TownofLeesburg) for weather
updates.
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