July 4 Events around Arundel Mills & Anne Arundel County
Annapolis Parade & Harbor Fireworks
- Parade: Friday, July 4 at 6:30 PM (Amos Garrett Blvd → Main Street → City Dock)
- Fireworks: Displays over Annapolis Harbor at 9:15 PM
- Earlier in the day: Naturalization ceremony (9–10 AM) & historic‐house events (10:30 AM–2:30 PM)
- Severna Park Parade & Bike Contest
- Friday, July 4 — kids’ bike contest 9:15–10 AM, community parade 10 AM–noon
- Glen Burnie Fireworks at Sawmill Creek
- Thursday, July 3 at 9 PM (rain date July 5)
- Odenton Family Festival
- DJ, food trucks & fireworks at GORC Park — Saturday, June 28
- Baltimore Inner Harbor Festivities
- Live music, drone show + Symphony Orchestra at Amphitheater → fireworks at 9–9:30 PM
- Cherry Hill Arts & Music Waterfront Festival
- July 4, 1–10 PM, with crafts, kids’ village & fireworks
- B&O Railroad Museum’s Star-Spangled Bash
- July 4 from 10:30 AM–3:30 PM: carnival games, splash pads & crafts
- Maryland Zoo – Red, White & Zoo
- July 4, 10 AM–4 PM with special animal treats
Stay Nearby & Enjoy the Convenience of Cambria Hotel – Arundel Mills BWI
- Prime location: Nestled within the Arundel Mills complex, just minutes from shopping (250+ stores), dining, bowling, cinema and Live! Casino – all perfect for downtime between celebrations
- Travel‑friendly: Only ~4 miles from BWI Airport with free shuttle service (7 AM–10 PM), ideal for arriving or departing guests
- Comfort & amenities: Modern, immaculate rooms; on‑site bar & restaurant; indoor pool and fitness center – great for relaxing after a full day of festivities
- Guest praise: “Very convenient… close to everything. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable about the area.”
Why Cambria Makes the Perfect July 4 Weekend Base
- Walkable entertainment – Step out the door into the buzzing Arundel Mills center for shopping, dining, bowling, and live entertainment.
- Easy access to holiday events – A short drive brings you to Annapolis’ parade and fireworks, Severna Park, Glen Burnie, Odenton, and Baltimore Harbor—you can even catch multiple shows across the weekend.
- Airport & transit convenience – Got guests flying in or heading home? The BWI shuttle streamlines travel.
- Relax after the revelry – Recharge in style with luxurious rooms, pool time, a quality restaurant/bar, and fitness facilities.
Sample Itinerary
Thursday, July 3
- Arrive & check‑in at Cambria (after 4 PM).
- Dinner in the Mall or at the hotel bar.
- Watch Glen Burnie fireworks at 9 PM.
Friday, July 4
- Chill morning at the hotel pool or at Arundel Mills.
- Drive to Annapolis for the 6:30 PM parade, then catch the 9:15 PM harbor fireworks.
- Or head to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor for the 9:30 PM show and drone concert.
Saturday, July 5
- Explore Arundel Mills shops or hit the casino next door.
- Optional day trip to Chesapeake Beach or Columbia for another fireworks event.
With our unbeatable location, refined accommodations, and easy connectivity to all the July 4 festivities, Cambria Hotel – Arundel Mills is the ideal hub for a memorable Independence Day weekend.