There are lots of ways to celebrate Independence Day on Tuesday, July 4, 2017. Here are a few.
9:00 a.m.
For you early risers who want to beat the heat, there’s the 55th annual Naturalization Ceremony at Monticello. This year’s speaker is David N. Saperstein.
11:00 a.m.
James Monroe’s Highland will have family-friendly activities as well as a classical music ensemble performing from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
12:00 p.m.
Keswick Vineyards is celebrating with Reds, Whites, and Bluegrass—you guessed it, a selection of red and white wines paired with live local music, plus three food vendor offerings.
4:30 p.m.
Carter Mountain Orchard will have a bicycle parade, hayrides, sack races, and water balloon toss. You can even stay late and view the town fireworks from atop the mountain.
5:00 p.m.
Patriotism in the Park, an annual Charlottesville celebration, includes a pie-eating contest and fireworks display at McIntire Park.