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Independence Day Countdown
Fireworks, hot dogs, and 249 years of the Fourth.
How many days until Independence Day?Live countdown to Independence Day 2027
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About Independence Day
Independence Day celebrates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. It is the biggest patriotic holiday in the United States: parades by day, fireworks by night.
Independence Day dates 2027–2030
| Year | Weekday | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday | July 4, 2027 |
| 2028 | Tuesday | July 4, 2028 |
| 2029 | Wednesday | July 4, 2029 |
| 2030 | Thursday | July 4, 2030 |
Independence Day facts
- Independence Day marks July 4, 1776, when the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence.
- Both John Adams and Thomas Jefferson — signers and later presidents — died on July 4, 1826, its 50th anniversary.
- Americans light an estimated 16,000+ fireworks displays every July 4.
- The Liberty Bell is tapped (not rung) 13 times every July 4, once for each original colony.
When is Independence Day 2027?
Independence Day 2027 falls on Sunday, July 4, 2027.
How many days until Independence Day 2027?
The live countdown above shows the exact time remaining, ticking in your local timezone. The table on this page lists exact dates through 2030.
Is the countdown accurate?
Yes — the clock runs in your browser against your device's clock and timezone, updating every second.