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America 250: Celebrate with these free and unique events

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FOX Local
America 250
Published May 22, 2026 6:16 AM MST
Published May 22, 2026 6:16 AM MST
US officials on safety plans for America 250
US officials on safety plans for America 250

US officials on safety plans for America 250

Federal safety officials unveil safety plans for major America250 events this upcoming summer. 

The Brief

    • Spectacular events are taking place across the country to celebrate America 250.
    • Here are some of the free and maybe lesser-known events to partake in to commemorate the anniversary of the nation's birth.

America is turning 250 years old and to celebrate, people across the country are hosting spectacular events.

While you may have heard of some of the larger events being held in Washington, D.C. and Pennsylvania, there are actually other, somewhat lesser-known celebrations taking place in cities across the U.S.

RELATED: America 250: Greyhound launches commemorative buses honoring nation’s 250th anniversary

FILE - An 'America 250' banner is displayed outside the Peoria Riverfront Museum in Peoria, Illinois on April 25, 2026. (Photo By Raymond Boyd/Getty Images)

If you’re looking for a different way to commemorate the country’s 250th birthday, here’s a list of free events to check out: 

Sail 250 New Orleans (Louisiana): 

When: May 28-June 1

What: To celebrate America’s 250th birthday, the largest-ever flotilla of tall ships from around the world will set sail along the Mississippi. The nautical spectacle will begin in New Orleans with a focus on the Gulf Coast’s distinct colonial and riverboat history. 

National Salute to America’s Heroes (Miami Beach, Florida): 

When: May 23-24

What: The "Hyundai Air & Sea Show" will focus on modern military technology as part of the 250th commemorative slate. You can also stream it live on FOX Nation and LiveNOW from FOX.

2026 National Pony Express Re-ride (St. Joseph Montana, to Sacramento, California)

When: June 15-25

What: Over 10 days, more than 600 riders will take turns carrying a historic leather mochila (backpack) stuffed with mail across eight states. Organized by the National Pony Express Association as part of the Department of the Interior’s Freedom 250 summer roster, it is entirely free to stand on the side of a dirt road or in a tiny Western town to watch a rider gallop past, change horses, and vanish over the horizon.

4th of July Western Sky Balloon Festival (Delta, Colorado):

When: July 2-5

What: There will be local vendors, sporting events, and other fun activities to partake in in addition to viewing the hot air balloon festival. To attend the event is free but you’ll want some cash to buy food and what not.

Prairie Pyro-Musical (Mandan, North Dakota): 

When: July 3

What: A massive, locally-focused synchronized fireworks and music event aimed at showcasing the "spirit of the plains" rather than traditional coastal narratives. 

The Source: Information for this article was taken from the Visit Mandan, the City of Delta, the National Pony Express Association, National Salute to America’s Heroes, and the New Orleans Sail 250 websites. This story was reported from San Jose. 

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