America250 is kicking off celebrations for the USA’s 250th birthday in 2026. There’s no better time to reconnect with the icons of this vast country – rugged red rocks, multifaceted cities, peaceful shorelines, friendly small towns, world-famous attractions and the people who bring each magical place to life.

America 250

Join The Celebration

Plan your visit to experience 250 years of history, culture and connection

FREE A child taking a small American Flag from a collection of American Flags
Sail250 Virginia

Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250)

Town Point Park, 113 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, Virginia

08/23/1970 – 08/23/1970

FREE A bookshelf filled with old-looking volumes
“In Pursuit of Life, Liberty & Happiness” Exhibit

Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, 1300 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, District of Columbia

03/01/2026 – 03/01/2027

A scenic rolling hills landscape at dusk
Great American Horse Drive

America 250 – Colorado 150 Commission

Great American Horse Drive, 12900 County RD 8, Meeker, Colorado

04/28/2026 – 05/04/2026

FREE A bookshelf filled with old-looking volumes
Photographic Memory: Fifty Years of Photography at the National Portrait Gallery

Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery, 8th and G Streets NW, Washington, District of Columbia

05/15/2026 – 02/28/2027

FREE A child taking a small American Flag from a collection of American Flags
FREE A child taking a small American Flag from a collection of American Flags
The National Memorial Day Parade

Constitution Avenue, Washington, District of Columbia

05/25/2026

FREE
SAIL 250® NEW ORLEANS

Goldring Woldenberg Riverfront Park, 1 Canal St, New Orleans, Louisiana

05/28/2026 – 06/01/2026

A child taking a small American Flag from a collection of American Flags
2026 Roughrider Days Fair & Expo

The North Dakota America250 Commission

Stark County Fairgrounds, 4024 ND-22, Dickinson, North Dakota

06/13/2026 – 07/04/2026

FREE A row of Revolutionary War reenactors firing their muskets in a field
RevCon 2026 Revolutionary War History Fair

4079 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park, New York

06/13/2026 – 03/14/2026

A dark club with people dancing on the dancefloor under the lights
75th Annual National Square Dance Convention

Texas America250

100 Washington Ave ., Waco, Texas

06/26/2026 – 03/14/2026

FREE A scenic rolling hills landscape at dusk
Western Sky Balloon Festival/Deltarado Days

America 250 – Colorado 150 Commission

Confluence Park, 531 N Palmer Street, Delta, Colorado

07/02/2026 – 07/05/2026

FREE A woman holding lit sparklers
Prairie Pyro-Musical

The North Dakota America250 Commission

Location to be announced at a later date, TBD, Mandan, North Dakota

07/03/2026 – 03/14/2026

FREE An aerial view of the Annapolis Harbor at sunset
Sail4th 250 Parade of Sail: Class B Tall Ships

East River, Hell Gate Bridge, New York, New York

07/03/2026

Mt. Rushmore Fireworks

Americau2019s 250th South Dakota Commission

Mount Rushmore National Memorial, 13000 SD Highway 244, Keystone, South Dakota

07/03/2026

FREE Fireworks at night behind a pergola
America. Made in Virginia. 250 Years of Forming a More Perfect Union

Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250)

Colonial Williamsburg, 101 Visitor Center Dr., Williamsburg, Virginia

07/04/2026

FREE A scenic rolling hills landscape at dusk
GoPro Mountain Games

America 250 – Colorado 150 Commission

Town of Vail, 75 S Frontage Rd W, Vail, Colorado

07/04/2026 – 07/07/2026

FREE
Sail4th 250 International Parade of Tall Ships

Sail4th 250

Port of New York and New Jersey, Holland Tunnel, New York, New York

07/04/2026 – 03/14/2026

A scenic rolling hills landscape at dusk
El Paso County Fair

America 250 – Colorado 150 Commission

El Paso County Fair & Events Center, 366 10th St, Calhan, Colorado

07/11/2026 – 07/18/2026

VIRTUAL A scenic rolling hills landscape at dusk
NFR Open at the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo

America 250 – Colorado 150 Commission

Norris Penrose Event Center, 1045 Lower Gold Camp Road, Colorado Springs, Colorado

07/14/2026 – 07/18/2026

A child taking a small American Flag from a collection of American Flags
North Dakota State Fair

The North Dakota America250 Commission

Fairgrounds, 2005 Burdick Expressway East, Minot, North Dakota

07/17/2026 – 07/25/2026

A scenic rolling hills landscape at dusk
Douglas County Fair & Rodeo

America 250 – Colorado 150 Commission

Douglas County Fairgrounds, 500 Fairgrounds Drive, Castle Rock, Colorado

07/24/2026 – 08/02/2026

FREE A scenic rolling hills landscape at dusk
Moffat County Balloon Festival

America 250 – Colorado 150 Commission

Moffat county Balloon Festival, Loudy-Simpson Park, Craig, Colorado

07/31/2026 – 08/02/2026

A row of Revolutionary War reenactors firing their muskets in a field
USA 250th & Niagara County Celebration

NY

Old Fort Niagara, Fort Niagara State Park, Youngstown, New York

08/01/2026 – 08/02/2026

FREE A scenic rolling hills landscape at dusk
Palisade Peach Festival

America 250 – Colorado 150 Commission

Riverbend Park, 451 Pendleton St, Palisade, Colorado

08/21/2026 – 08/22/2026

FREE A scenic rolling hills landscape at dusk
Colorado State Fair

America 250 – Colorado 150 Commission

Colorado State Fairgrounds, 1001 Beulah Ave, Pueblo, Colorado

08/28/2026 – 09/07/2026

A woman holding lit sparklers
State Fair of Texas

Texas America250

3809 Grand Ave., Dallas, Texas

09/25/2026 – 03/14/2026

Bountiful Ways to Explore

Stunning Backdrops

  • UNESCO World Heritage Site and California must-see with waterfalls, sequoias and granite peaks

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  • The second largest canyon in the USA – red rock vistas near Route 66 and Amarillo, Texas

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  • The USA’s oldest state park showcasing New York’s Niagara Falls via boat tours, cave hikes and scenic overlooks

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Blissful Getaways

  • Second largest Hawaiian Island with stunning beaches, the sacred ʻĪao Valley and marine life sightings

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  • More destination spas per capita than any other U.S. city, plus a stunning desert backdrop

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  • Upscale and historic Great Lakes summer retreat that has hosted former presidents

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Bucket-List Thrills

  • Water adventures via raft and jetboat await on Snake River and Salmon River

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  • USA’s oldest national park featuring Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring and countless wonders

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  • U.S. Winter Olympics host featuring epic powder in and around Park City

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Beloved Family Fun

  • World-famous attractions including Walt Disney World, LEGOLAND and Universal Orlando

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  • New England’s renowned beach escape with Cape Cod National Seashore, quaint towns and historic lighthouses

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  • Smithsonian museums and National Mall monuments highlighting U.S. heritage

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The USA in its 250th Year

Browse the pins below to get to know each state through must-sees you may know – and those you’ll want to discover.

Regions States U.S. Territories
  • Northeast

  • Southeast

  • Midwest

  • Southwest

  • West

  • Pacific

Major International Airports

What’s New

Epic Debuts and Milestone Celebrations

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Food & Drink

A U.S. Culinary Journey

Get to know the people, history and culture of the country through its food.

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02/05

Culture & History

10 Must-See Sites

Connect to the USA’s past at these iconic cultural and historical sites

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03/05

Entertainment

Hot Spots for Big Fun

Experience some of the country’s best theater, music, family fun and nightlife at these exciting epicenters.

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04/05

Shopping

Fabulous Finds from Coast to Coast

Treasures await in the USA’s malls, outlet centers, boutiques, markets and more.

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05/05

Design Your Dream Trip

Use the prompts below to start tailoring your next adventure to the USA – no matter your travel style.