America 250 Events List: How Hollywood & Others Are Saying, “Happy Birthday!”

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President Trump’s roster of performers for a now-canceled event on the National Mall has fallen apart, but there is still a wide range of events and unique celebrations planned by major entertainment entities. Take a look at the list below for an updated sampling.

16 – National Geographic launches programming to “explore the nation’s stories”

29 – ABC airs Disney Celebrates America: The Pursuit of Happiness hosted by Deborah Roberts (8 p.m. -10 p.m. PT/ET)

NewsnNation launches “Spirit of America,” a special “multi-platform cross-country reporting series celebrating the people, places, and values that make the nation extraordinary.” Runs through July 4.

2 – Disneyland Resort’s California Adventure Park debuts Soarin’ Across America

3 – ABC, Disney+, Hulu, National Geographic, FX, Freeform, ABC News Live, ESPN, and ABC Owned Television Stations and affiliates present a 24-hour, cross-platform broadcast led by David Muir (through July 4) that will “explore the people, places, and defining moments of the nation’s 250-year history” across all 50 states. Programming will include “Disney Celebrates America: Nashville’s Star-Spangled Bash,” “50 States in 50 Weeks: America The Beautiful,” “Innovation and Invention” and “Wonders of America.”

Knott’s Berry Farm will host guests Open House style at its full-scale replica of Independence Hall on July 3 and 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. At stations inside, staff will answer questions and provide historical information.

An America’s Block Party concert live at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum will feature music from Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins and be hosted by Queen Latifah. Gates open at 3 p.m. Show starts at 6 p.m.

ESPN.com launches “America 250 Road Trips,” a five-day series of stories

Knott’s Berry Farm is offering fireworks to celebrate the holiday.

NBC News, Telemundo and NBCU Local will produce multiplatform English- and Spanish-language coverage of Sail4th 250’s marquee events featuring tall ships, naval vessels and aircraft from 46 nations (7 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET).

SportsCenter celebrates “the people, moments, and stories that have shaped American sports culture” (2 p.m.-4 p.m. PT / 5 p.m.-7 p.m. ET)

Universal Studios Hollywood plans an elaborate fireworks display, live performances and themed décor.

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