June 4, 2026 to June 6, 2026
Spirit of Independence Festival for the 250th
Overview
The one-month countdown to the 250th Anniversary starts at the National Archives with a three-day festival on Constitution Avenue. In a tent covering two city blocks at the front door of the historic National Archives building, guests will enjoy live music, festive receptions, pet-friendly events, historical reenactors, and hands-on and digital activities for the whole family that are connected to the Declaration of Independence and historic sites across the country.