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Festival of America - Celebrate America's 250th!


  • Grand Coulee Dam Coulee Dam, WA 99116 United States (map)

Celebrate America’s 250th at Grand Coulee 🇺🇸

July 2–4, 2026 | Festival of America

This isn’t just another Fourth of July.

In 2026, America turns 250 years old — and Grand Coulee is celebrating in a big way.

Join us for an expanded 3-day Festival of America at Coulee Dam Visitor Center Park, featuring:

  • 🎶 Live music all weekend

  • 🍔 Local food vendors

  • 🎡 Family-friendly activities

  • 🎆 Our largest fireworks show ever — lighting up the dam

If you’re going to celebrate America’s birthday… celebrate it somewhere unforgettable.

An Easy Road Trip from Seattle

Just 3.5–4.5 hours from the Seattle area, Grand Coulee offers:

✔ Scenic drive through Central Washington
✔ Small-town Americana charm
✔ Room to spread out (no packed waterfront crowds)
✔ A multi-day celebration worth the trip

Turn your July 4 into a family getaway — not just a one-night event.

Plan Now — Lodging & Campgrounds Fill Quickly

July 4 weekend is one of our busiest times of year.

We strongly recommend booking early:

  • 🏨 Hotels & motels

  • 🚐 RV parks

  • 🏕️ Campgrounds

  • 🏡 Vacation rentals

👉 View Lodging Options Here
👉 Event Schedule Coming Soon

Why 2026 Is Special

For America’s 250th birthday, Festival of America is expanding in partnership with the Bureau of Reclamation to bring:

  • A larger festival footprint

  • More vendors & artisans

  • Additional entertainment

  • A bigger-than-ever fireworks finale

This is a once-in-a-generation celebration.

Make It a Memory

Skip the traffic.
Skip the overcrowded parks.

Celebrate 250 years of America at one of the country’s greatest landmarks.

📅 July 2–4, 2026
📍 Grand Coulee Dam, Washington

👉 Plan Your Trip Today

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