The local Happy Birthday America group in Staunton is gearing up for America’s 250th birthday in 2026.
Repeat after me: Semiquincentennial.
OK, don’t repeat after me. That one’s hard.
The planning is under way for the July 4 weekend next summer, which the Happy Birthday America folks are saying will feature expanded programming.
I was only 4 back for the 1976 Bicentennial, so I remember none of it.
Here’s to hoping that the memories of 2026 won’t get ruined by a certain someone, right?
Signature events for the local Staunton July 4th – the concerts, parade, pageant – will return.
Want to be a part? Happy Birthday America is currently inviting:
- Local businesses, organizations and community groups to join as sponsors, parade participants or partners.
- Residents and visitors to share ideas, volunteer, or take part in this historic national milestone.
To sponsor, participate, volunteer, or submit ideas for Happy Birthday America 2026, visit here.
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Chris Graham
