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America's favorite Independence Day celebration, A Capitol Fourth, features well-known musical artists and puts viewers front and center for the greatest display of fireworks anywhere in the nation. A Capitol Fourth is broadcast to millions at home and to our troops watching around the world.

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The NSO Performs "Stars and Stripes Forever"
The NSO performs "Stars and Stripes Forever" at the 2023 A Capitol Fourth.
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Charles Esten Performs "Let Freedom Ring"
Charles Esten performs "Let Freedom Ring" at the 2023 A Capitol Fourth.
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Host Alfonso Ribeiro, Elmo, and Cookie Monster Say Goodnight
Host Alfonso Ribeiro, Elmo, and Cookie Monster wrap up the 2023 A Capitol Fourth.
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A Capitol Fourth is sponsored by The Boeing Company, the American Hospital Association and made possible by the National Park Service, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, the Department of the Army and public television stations nationwide. All travel is provided by American Airlines.
Episodes
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A Capitol Fourth (2023)
Watch the 2023 A Capitol Fourth in its entirety.
Episode: S2023 E1 | 1:26:14
Extras
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Renée Fleming Performs "My Country, 'Tis of Thee"
Renée Fleming Performs "My Country, 'Tis of Thee" at the 2023 A Capitol Fourth.
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The U.S. Army Band Performs a Patriotic Medley
The U.S. Army Band performs a patriotic medley at the 2023 A Capitol Fourth.
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The National Symphony Orchestra Performs the "1812 Overture"
The National Symphony Orchestra performs the "1812 Overture" at the 2023 A Capitol Fourth.
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Chicago Performs "25 or 6 to 4"
Chicago performs "25 or 6 to 4" at the 2023 A Capitol Fourth.
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Chicago Performs "Feelin' Stronger Every Day"
Chicago performs "Feelin' Stronger Every Day" at the 2023 A Capitol Fourth.
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Chicago Performs "Saturday in the Park"
Chicago performs "Saturday in the Park" at the 2023 A Capitol Fourth.
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The Northwell Nurse Choir Performs a Medley
The Northwell Nurse Choir Performs a Medley at the 2023 A Capitol Fourth.
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Boyz II Men Performs "Easy"
Boyz II Men performs "Easy" at the 2023 A Capitol Fourth.
Clip: S2023 | 3:47
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Belinda Carlisle Performs "Heaven Is a Place on Earth"
Belinda Carlisle Performs "Heaven Is a Place on Earth" at the 2023 A Capitol Fourth
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Alfonso Ribeiro & Elmo With a Message From the ISS
Host Alfonso Ribeiro and Elmo introduce a message from the ISS at A Capitol Fourth 2023.
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