America turns 250 on the Fourth of July, and communities across the country are marking the milestone with a yearlong lineup of concerts, fireworks, festivals and historical events. From California to Boston, destinations are building special travel experiences around the Semiquincentennial, making this a memorable time to hit the road.

We rounded up eight destinations worth adding to your itinerary for America's 250th anniversary, including iconic historical landmarks and a few lesser-known stops. Read on to start planning your trip, and the gear we recommend you take with you along the way. 

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No destination is more closely tied to America's 250th anniversary than Philadelphia. The city is marking the milestone with the Wawa Welcome America Festival, a multi-day celebration running June 19 through July 4 that includes six days of fireworks and culminates in a free concert on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway featuring Christina Aguilera, Jill Scott, The Roots and more. Visitors can also explore the First Bank of the United States, which reopens to the public July 1 for the first time in decades.

Penn's View Hotel is an Italian American family-owned boutique property housed in an 1828 brick building in Philadelphia’s Old City. Guest rooms blend historic character with modern comforts, and many feature fireplaces and views of the Delaware River. The hotel also sits within walking distance of Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell and other major historic sites.

For a quieter stay outside the city, consider the Hotel Warner in nearby West Chester. But in general, if you're planning a trip around the anniversary celebrations, book early, as Philadelphia hotels are expected to fill quickly.

Boston is celebrating America's 250th anniversary with a yearlong lineup of events under its Boston 250 initiative, including reenactments, museum exhibits and waterfront programming throughout the summer. The centerpiece is the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular on the Fourth of July along the Charles River Explanade, including expanded viewing areas and performances by Lainey Wilson and Chance The Rapper, among others. Visitors can also catch the return of Sail Boston, which brings tall ships and military vessels back to Boston Harbor for the first time since 2017.

Stay at the Revere Hotel Boston Common, which has created a Revolution 250 package featuring complimentary tickets to the Paul Revere House, a Freedom Trail map and welcome cocktails. It's right at the foot of plenty of historical sites in the area. A more premium option if you want an elevated stay is the Liberty Hotel, housed in the former Charles Street Jail, offering a Fourth of July package that includes prime views of the Charles River fireworks. 

One of the most unique events on the summer 2026 calendar is the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. On Aug. 22 and 23, the NTT INDYCAR Series will race on the National Mall for the first time, using a 1.7-mile, seven-turn street circuit that passes landmarks including the Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol. General admission is free, and the Sunday race will air live on FOX. While you're in the capital, consider adding a visit to the Smithsonian National Museum of American History, which is planning special programming tied to America's 250th anniversary.

The Viceroy Washington DC blends modern amenities with locally inspired design in the heart of the 14th street corridor. Its location offers easy access to the National Mall during race weekend, while also placing guests near Logan Circle's popular restaurants and nightlife. For a stay even closer to the action, Hotel Washington puts visitors within walking distance of the race and many of the city's most recognizable landmarks.

If your ideal America 250 celebration centers more on music than fireworks, consider a trip to New York's Hudson Valley. The Hudson River Music Festival returns to Croton Point Park on June 21, continuing a tradition rooted in the folk music championed by Pete and Toshi Seeger in the 1960s. The all-ages event features performances across three stages set along the Hudson River, bringing together a diverse lineup of artists in one of the country's most historic landscapes.

For a casual stay, consider The Roundhouse in nearby Beacon, which pairs a boutique hotel experience with scenic waterfall views. For a more elevated stay, check out the Tarrytown House Estate, a historic property with Gilded Age architecture. It offers access to walking trails overlooking the Hudson River.

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Celebrate the end of summer on the Southern California coast at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa's Labor Day Festival on Sept. 5, featuring a headline performance by country musician and "Yellowstone" star Luke Grimes. For a dose of history, drive about 30 minutes south to Cabrillo National Monument in Point Loma, which commemorates the first recorded European landing on the West Coast. Families can also add a stop at nearby Legoland California to round out the trip.

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa, offers one of the more accessible beachfront stays in the area, perched above the shoreline just south of Carlsbad Village. The property features ocean-view dining and easy beach access, while its location places guests about a 15-minute drive from Omni La Costa Resort & Spa for festival events.

Few destinations capture the spirit of the American road trip quite like South Dakota’s Black Hills. During the summer, Mount Rushmore National Memorial hosts nightly lighting ceremonies that include ranger-led programs, recognition of veterans and the illumination of the monument after sunset. Visitors traveling over the Fourth of July can also enjoy a full day of special programming, including presidential re-enactors, Indigenous cultural demonstrations and a performance by the U.S. Air Force Academy Band.

Round out the trip with a visit to the nearby Crazy Horse Memorial and a drive through Custer State Park, where scenic roads offer opportunities to spot bison, wildlife and some of the region’s most dramatic landscapes.

For a glamping experience near Mount Rushmore, Under Canvas Mount Rushmore offers safari-style tents on the site of a former gold-mining settlement. Guests get amenities like king-size beds and private bathrooms, making it a comfortable alternative to traditional camping. For a more personal experience, consider Eagle Landing Lodge, a family-owned farmhouse about 20 minutes from Custer State Park. Each morning begins with homemade breakfast, best enjoyed on the front porch when the weather is good. 

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Yellowstone National Park became the nation's first national park in 1872, making it a fitting destination during America's 250th anniversary year. Visitors can watch Old Faithful erupt at regular intervals, see the colorful Grand Prismatic Spring — the largest hot spring in the United States — and explore one of the country's most iconic landscapes. Wildlife viewing is another major draw, with bison roaming Hayden Valley and elk frequently spotted near park lodges and roadways.

Located about 20 minutes from Yellowstone's West Entrance, Island Park Lodge offers a quieter and often more affordable base for exploring the park. Guests can choose between traditional hotel rooms and modern rustic cabins, both designed with easy access to Yellowstone in mind. For a more immersive stay inside the park, consider the historic Old Faithful Inn, a National Historic Landmark known for its soaring timber architecture, massive stone fireplace and views of the famous geyser from select rooms.

Located just south of Astoria, Lewis and Clark National Historical Park preserves Fort Clatsop, the reconstructed winter camp where the Corps of Discovery spent the winter of 1805-06 after reaching the Pacific Ocean. During the summer, visitors can explore living history programs, paddle portions of the Lewis and Clark River or join ranger-led hikes through the surrounding landscape. Nearby, the Astoria Column rewards those willing to climb its 164 steps with sweeping views of the Columbia River and Pacific Coast. For even more coastal scenery, Cannon Beach and its iconic Haystack Rock sit about 25 minutes away.

Painstakingly restored in the early 2000s, Hotel Elliott offers a boutique stay in downtown Astoria within easy reach of the waterfront. Guests can take in views from the rooftop terrace while staying close to attractions. For a more upscale experience, Cannery Pier Hotel & Spa sits directly over the Columbia River and features private balconies with views of passing ships and the Astoria-Megler Bridge. Guests also receive a complimentary glass of wine at check-in.

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From a carry-on suitcase and passport holder to a soft-sided cooler for road-trip snacks, these are the travel essentials we’d pack for any of these America 250 destinations.

The Béis Carry-On Roller is an editor-favorite thanks to its built-in compression system and hidden trolley sleeve that lets it stack securely on larger luggage. Associate Production Editor Jaclyn Kaufman praised the spinner wheels, noting that they "glide effortlessly" through the airport. It also comes in a variety of distinctive colors that are easy to spot at baggage claim.

This Italian Nappa leather passport holder delivers a premium look and feel for less than $30. Inside, it features four card slots, a pocket for boarding passes and RFID-blocking lining designed to help safeguard personal information. It's also available in several bright colors, which one five-star reviewer noted makes it easy to "find in a handbag." 

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The YETI Hopper Flip 12 holds up to 11 cans plus ice and is built to keep drinks cold throughout a full day outdoors. Its closed-cell foam insulation delivers impressive temperature retention, while the leak-resistant zipper helps prevent spills and messes during travel. The compact design also makes it easy to bring along for road trips, beach days and outdoor events.

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A man found with zip ties and duct tape has been charged with assaulting five women in less than an hour on the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) campus last week.

Olumuyiwa Akindahunsi, 29, allegedly sexually assaulted two women and tried to sexually assault a third at UCLA, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office. He allegedly physically assaulted two other women. Four of the women are students.

Akindahunsi, who is not a student at the university, is charged with one felony count of attempted kidnapping to commit a forcible rape, three felony counts of assault with the intent to commit a forcible rape during the commission of a first-degree burglary, and two felony counts of assault likely to produce great bodily injury.

"These disturbing attacks strike at the core of campus safety, traumatizing five victims and unsettling campus life," Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman said. "We are working closely with the UCLA Police Department to bring the attacker to justice and ensure that he will be held fully accountable for his actions."

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"Our swift actions should send a powerful deterrent message to anyone thinking of coming onto a college campus to harm anyone: they will be arrested, prosecuted, and punished," he added. "Our university campuses need to be safe and protected spaces for our students, faculty, staff, and community, and we will do everything in our power to ensure that this happens."

Akindahunsi's alleged spree began at 11:30 p.m. on May 28 when he attacked a woman on Bruin Walk, a main campus walkway, and fled with her phone, authorities said.

Minutes later, he slipped behind two women into their dorm building and followed them to their room, prosecutors said. He allegedly sexually assaulted one of the women and assaulted the other. Both women managed to escape.

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Afterward, Akindahunsi entered a different dorm building and attempted to kidnap a woman walking down a hallway, authorities said. She broke free and fled.

Authorities said that shortly after, Akindahunsi sexually assaulted a woman in the hallway of her dorm, when a resident intervened and Akindahunsi fled the scene.

He was arrested by campus police minutes later near a parking structure after officers were flagged down by witnesses, the UCLA Police Department said.

Multiple witnesses identified Akindahunsi as the attacker, police said. He was found with zip ties, duct tape, and paracord, authorities said.

Akindahunsi is being held in the Los Angeles County Jail with no bail, according to jail records. His citizenship status was not immediately clear.

Fox News Digital has reached out to the university, as well as the Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Kylie Jenner looked pretty in pink in her latest Instagram post.

The 28-year-old reality star shared a series of photos from her girls trip to Turks & Caicos for her Kylie Cosmetics brand, sharing pictures of her and her girls at dinner, the beautiful table set up and multiples of her in a pink bikini.

She captioned the post, "sunset dinner with @kyliecosmetics 💓."

In the photos, Jenner is posing in a pink string bikini in different locations. In one of the photos she has her back to the camera as she looks over her shoulder with a serious look on her face. Behind her, the sun is setting on the horizon behind the ocean.

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 In the photos, Jenner accessorizes the pink bikini with a matching pink skirt with ruffles on the bottom.

Later in the post, she stands in the same spot, this time facing the lens, as she pouts her lips to the camera.

She also included photos of her standing on the balcony of the home she is staying in while visiting the Caribbean island, dressed in the same bikini, which she paired with earrings and a pair of white flip flops.

Jenner further showed off her abs in a selfie taken while walking down a flight of stairs, in which her face is cut off, but her toned body is fully visible.

"Oh My God, But what a diva. 😍❤️," one fan wrote in the comments section. Another added, "Obsessed w the bathing suit 🌸💕🩷💗."

"Such a Barbie," one person wrote, with other comments: "BODYYYYY," "Gorgeous," "So stunning," "serving the bodyyy," and "Unmmmm insane."

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Earlier this year, the "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" star posed topless to announce a drop for her fashion label, Khy. She posed with her hands covering her chest, with "I Heart LA" tattooed on her arm in sparkling rhinestones.

The Kylie Cosmetics founder revealed in her caption that the upcoming collection is a tribute to her roots.

"Born in LA <3 this new collection for @khy is very personal to me," she wrote to her 390 million followers. "It’s inspired, designed, and almost all of it made here in Los Angeles. i can’t wait for this and everything we have coming this year and beyond! .. from LA to wherever you are. xx ky"

Jenner first launched her clothing company in November 2023, and since then has aimed to bridge the gap between high-end luxury and everyday streetwear by partnering with emerging designers.

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The Philadelphia Eagles traded wide receiver A.J. Brown to the New England Patriots on Monday, and the wide receiver said his relationship with star quarterback Jalen Hurts grew distant.

Brown, 28, said that while there’s no bad blood with his now-former quarterback, the two grew apart.

"Not as close as we once were," Brown said during an appearance on "7PM in Brooklyn."

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"I believe that’s fine. It’s like, there’s no bad blood. There’s actually still a lot of love, I love him to death. I want him to succeed and accomplish all the things that he wants to accomplish."

The three-time Pro Bowler said that nothing happened and both parties accepted that they were drifting apart. Hurts recently made news for not attending Brown's wedding in May.

"Nothing happened. People just grow apart. Nothing happened between me and him, or our families, our wives, anything. Nothing like that ever happened," Brown said. "But life happens and you just look up sometimes and you find yourself drifting away. And that’s fine. And I think both parties accepted that."

The former Ole Miss star said he was confused as to why their friendship became such a talking point among the public.

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"I didn’t truly understand why our friendship became the center of everybody’s attention when it came to football because looking back on it we haven’t been as close as we were for a couple of years now, that didn’t stop anything," Brown said.

"We still competed, we still pushed each other, we still led the team. It’s kind of strange, people just got so fixated on our relationship."

Hurts and Brown helped lead the Eagles to a Super Bowl victory two seasons ago. In four seasons in Philadelphia, Brown caught 339 passes for 5,034 yards and 32 touchdowns.

Despite the success, the Eagles moved on from Brown on Monday after it became more advantageous to trade him on June 1 due to salary cap implications.

The Eagles went from possibly carrying a $43.4 million dead-money charge for the trade to shrinking that to $16.3 million based on NFL June 1 salary cap rules. The team acquired a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round selection from the Patriots for Brown.

Now in New England, Brown has nothing but love for Hurts.

"Nothing but love for him, I want him to do well and accomplish everything his heart desires."

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Doug Ellin, creator of the hit series "Entourage," is backing Spencer Pratt's campaign for mayor of Los Angeles while voicing his frustration over what he sees as the city's decline.

Last week, the television producer took to social media to share his personal experience living in L.A., detailing a home break-in that forced him to increase his security.

"[I have] fifteen cameras … two German Shepherds, three legal guns … five years ago, I didn't lock a door here, but you know what happened? Two animals invaded my house," Ellin said in the video posted to Instagram. "And no, I'm not racist because they were wearing masks... I know they were animals because they invaded my house. I know I don't care what their excuses are, like a lot of you f---ing care."

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"I know invaders of homes should get 20 years, but I'm not paranoid, so I don't believe your bulls--t about the stats and the crime  because everyone in my neighborhood has got the same problem. They're f---ing all putting cameras and high-end security guards because we're all getting broken into. It's not made up, it's not false, and this city has collapsed in the last five years. There is no f---ing denying it unless you have an agenda, and I don't know what that is."

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"But you say, ‘Oh, Spencer Pratt has no experience! So how can we possibly think about this.’ What experience did Karen Bass have?" he asked. "We want to fix this place because we don't want to be forced out. I'm one of the people who made this city look great! I did it for years. I glorified it. I meet people all the time that moved here because of the show that I f---ing created — and they hate it here now. Hate!"

In his caption, Ellin urged the residents of Los Angeles to vote for "change."

"I don’t know that there is a better political system anywhere, but ours sucks. Both sides rob us blind and deliver little. And to be gaslit constantly by hack ‘journalists’ and out-of-touch celebrities is disgusting. I wish I knew what everyone wanted, but my main concerns are that people feel safe and that our government doesn’t steal money from everyone while not delivering anything for anybody. We need change. The best and only option is @spencerpratt."

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Earlier this year, Pratt opened up to Fox News Digital about the private endorsements he's said he's received from multiple celebrities.

"I know actual A-list stars support what I do, because I’ve been at restaurants, and they sit down at the table, and they quiz me about everything that I know for 20 minutes and thank me," Pratt said. "But these people know if they do that publicly, they risk losing their careers that some of them have been working for 30 years to have."

Throughout his campaign, Pratt has emphasized issues such as homelessness, public safety and government spending, positioning himself as a political outsider challenging the status quo in Los Angeles and drawing support from voters dissatisfied with current leadership.

In recent weeks, Pratt's campaign has gained momentum after receiving high-profile donations, including a contribution from Lakers owner Jeanie Buss, and earning support from Hollywood stars like Katharine McPhee, David Foster and more.

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"I think Spencer running for mayor is f---ing genius," Kristin Cavallari said on the April 21 episode of her "Let’s Be Honest" podcast. "Because I think everyone in politics — I don’t care what side you’re on — everyone is corrupt."

Paris Hilton backed Pratt with a simple comment.

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Pratt uploaded a video showing himself giving a tour of the Airstream trailer where he now lives, parked amid the rubble of his Pacific Palisades property after it was destroyed in the L.A. fires.

"Spencer for Mayor," Hilton wrote, adding a raised-hands emoji.

During Wednesday's episode of Fox News' "The Story with Martha MacCallum," Billy Bush backed Pratt as well. 

"We feel, you know, there's a sadness that comes and an empathy that comes from homelessness, but aggravated angry drug addicts who are in your face and scaring people, that's not OK," he said. "And under Karen Bass, it has gotten worse and worse. It is a terrible situation. And, you know, this guy stepped up. Who else stepped up? He's the best chance Los Angeles has. And we're getting behind him."

Haley and Hanna Cavinder returned to Miami this weekend for some of the Swim Week events taking place there. Is there a better place for the former college basketball players turned influencers to discuss their matching boob jobs?

I can’t think of any and apparently neither can the Cavinder Twins. So when People came to them during the Sports Illustrated Swim Beach Club Party on Friday with boob-job-related questions, they had answers for the outlet.

They were open about the procedures when they decided to go under the knife last summer and that was by design. They’re trying to put out positivity through their additions in hopes that they get positivity in return. Boob jobs with a purpose, if you will.

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"I would just say, whatever you spread will always come back to [you], whether it's body positivity, anything in life," Hanna said, before adding, "If you're happy with yourself, what else matters?"

And you thought the Cavinder Twins were just after larger boobs. Nonsense. That’s only part of the journey the 25-year-old sisters went on. The process drove home for them that they enjoy experiencing things together.

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"Going through a recovery from a boob job with my twin makes me want to go through a pregnancy with her, too, because we keep each other company," Haley said.

"Everyone's like, ‘You always do everything together,' and I'm like, ‘No s---, I guarantee you would too.' I was in the womb with her."

Their return to Miami Swim Week wasn’t all boob talk and parties. The sisters were there to be a part of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Runway Show too. A chance to hang out with other influencers, models and WAGs at the top of their game.

It was during this that they added a bikini "triplet" to the mix. The Cavinders announced on TikTok before hitting the runway, as people do nowadays, that a bikini-clad Jena Sims was now their third wheel. An honor, I'm sure.

The Cavinder Twins have all their Miami Swim Week bases covered here. They're spreading positivity, they're making content backstage and they're leaving it all out on the runway. You can't ask for much more than that.

The United States’ men’s national team already has a major injury question mark before the 2026 FIFA World Cup even kicks off.

Chris Richards, the 26-year-old who many believe is the best defender on the USMNT heading into the tournament, won’t be traveling for the team’s international friendly against Senegal on Sunday.

Manager Mauricio Pochettino said that Richards is dealing with an ankle injury that has kept him out of Crystal Palace’s last two matches of the season. And even worse for fans, there’s currently no public timetable for his return.

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"I think he needs to keep doing his rehab," Pochettino said, per the New York Post. "I think it’s much better to stay here and plan to train and [see] next week how it is."

The "here" Pochettino speaks of is the USMNT training facility in Atlanta, which is where Richards is staying while his teammates head to Charlotte, North Carolina, for their matchup with Senegal.

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Richards also wasn’t present for the team’s 26-man roster reveal in New York City last week, sending a video message instead as he stayed with Crystal Palace for its European final match in Germany. He didn’t play in the match despite being available as a sub.

Richards has yet to train with the USMNT, and Pochettino didn’t appear too optimistic he would be ready for the team’s first match against Paraguay on June 12 in Los Angeles.

"I was asking from yesterday when he arrived to [assistant coach] Jesús [Pérez] 100 times, 'What do you think, what do you think, which formation we have'" Pochettino explained. "Wait, wait, wait, wait. The answer was 'Wait, wait, wait.' It’s too early. We need to see. The next few days are going to be key to see the possibilities to be ready or not for the World Cup."

While it’s not expected Richards will be taken off the roster, FIFA requires all 48 teams to finalize their 26-man squads by June. Teams can still make injury-related roster changes up to 24 hours before their first match.

The USMNT will try to get their chemistry and technical skills in check against Senegal, while also facing Germany in a pre-World Cup friendly before heading to Los Angeles for the start of their Group D schedule.

After Paraguay, the U.S. will have Australia in Seattle on June 19, followed by Türkiye in their final group stage match on June 25 back at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.

But a significant question mark remains at one of the most important positions on the field for the USMNT: center back. Richards is a natural fit there, but the depth behind him is far less convincing, even after Pochettino sacrificed some attacking options to bolster the defense on his roster.

Richards was expected to start every match for the U.S. even before the roster was finalized, so it will be interesting to see how his injury progresses closer to the first match on June 12.

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