Join us for a spectacular Independence Day celebration filled with excitement, patriotism, and fun for the whole family! Our celebration promises an unforgettable experience with a variety of activities and attractions.

Independence Day Celebration

Thursday, July 3 | 4:00-9:30 PM

Marine Corps Base Quantico will host an Independence Day Celebration in commemoration of the 250^th birthday of the Marine Corps and the 249^th birthday of the United States of America. The event will have live entertainment from Full Moon Fever (Tom Petty Tribute band) and Huntley (winner of the 2023 season of The Voice), amusements, inflatables, yard games, food trucks and more! The event will conclude with a spectacular fireworks display. 

Schedule of Events:
4:00 PM  Event begins with food trucks, beverage tents, inflatables, and yard games
4:30 PM  Full Moon Fever performance
6:00 PM  Huntley performance
8:15 PM  Chaplain Invocation / Sgt Maj
8:20 PM  TCAQ Beverage ticket sales stop
8:25 PM  Col Colegate remarks
8:37 PM  Evening Colors
8:45 PM  Food trucks, beverage tents, inflatables, and yard games close
9:00 PM  Fireworks

We suggest you bring:

• Chairs, blankets, lawn chairs
• Non-aerosol sunscreen and bug repellant
• Sunglasses and hat
• Ear plugs if you're sensitive to loud sounds
• Cash, debit, or credit cards
• Camera, GoPro, selfie stick
• Cell phones (fully charged)
• Strollers
• Water

Parking information click here

Food Trucks list click here

Frequently Asked Questions click here

For more info, call 703.784.5803.