00:00Hey everybody, Jimmy Kimmel here. It's me, not Guillermo.
00:03Speaking of barbecues, happy 4th of July.
00:06It's that time of year again, folks, when we celebrate America's birthday
00:10with enough fireworks to make a bald eagle blush.
00:13From sea to shining sea, this great nation is about to erupt in a symphony of red, white, and boom.
00:19And you know what that means?
00:21That's right, folks, it's time for us to take a coast-to-coast trip,
00:24highlighting the biggest, the loudest, and the most American ways to celebrate our nation's independence.
00:29So grab your sparklers, your apple pie, and your most patriotic pair of pants,
00:34because we're about to dive headfirst into the most spectacular 4th of July celebrations this country has to offer.
00:41First up, we're heading to the city that never sleeps, but might want to wear earplugs for this one, New York City.
00:47The East River is about to transform into a stage for a pyrotechnic extravaganza
00:52that would make the founding fathers say, holy fireworks, Batman.
00:56Next stop, our nation's capital, Washington, D.C.
00:59Now, this town may be known for its politics, but on the 4th of July, it's all about the parades.
01:05We're talking marching bands, floats that'd make a Macy's Thanksgiving Day balloon jealous,
01:10and enough American flags to give Betsy Ross a run for her money.
01:14And hey, you might even catch a glimpse of some of our elected officials trying to blend in with the crowd.
01:19All right, let's sail on up to Boston, where they're celebrating Independence Day the only way they know how,
01:25with a harbor full of fun.
01:27That's right, folks, it's the Boston Harbor Fest.
01:30We're talking tall ships, live music, historical reenactments.
01:34Basically, it's like stepping into a time machine, except with better snacks.
01:38Next, we're headed to the city of brotherly love, where they're throwing a party on the parkway that's fun for the whole family.
01:44That's right, folks, Philadelphia's party on the parkway is the place to be
01:48if you've got kids who love face paint, hot dogs, and running around like tiny, adorable patriots.
01:53All right, folks, it's time to head to the Windy City, where they're celebrating the 4th of July with a bang at Navy Pier.
01:59We're talking fireworks over Lake Michigan, live music, food vendors.
02:03Basically, it's the perfect place to celebrate America's birthday, unless you're a British warship from the 1800s.
02:09And hey, while you're there, make sure to grab a Chicago-style hot dog.
02:13Just don't ask for ketchup unless you want to start a riot.
02:16Next stop, San Francisco.
02:18Now, this city knows how to throw a party, and the 4th of July is no exception.
02:22Head down to Pier 39 for stunning views of the fireworks over the bay, live music, and enough food trucks to satisfy even the pickiest eater.
02:31Now, it wouldn't be a 4th of July celebration without a stop in the entertainment capital of the world, would it?
02:37Los Angeles knows how to put on a show, and their Grand Park celebration is no exception.
02:42We're talking live music, DJs, food trucks, and fireworks that'll make you feel like you're in a Michael Bay movie.
02:49Next, we're blasting off to Houston, Texas, where they're celebrating freedom over Texas with a fireworks display that's out of this world.
02:56We're talking enough pyrotechnics to make NASA jealous, live music, and enough barbecue to feed the entire state of Texas.
03:03And hey, while you're there, make sure to try some Texas barbecue.
03:06Just don't ask for sauce unless you want to start a riot.
03:09Now, it's time to head to Music City, where they're celebrating the 4th of July with a symphony of sound.
03:15Nashville's Let Freedom Sing event is a free concert featuring some of country music's biggest stars.
03:20And finally, we're ending our 4th of July journey in the city that never sleeps, except maybe for a quick power nap after a long night at the casino.
03:28Las Vegas, from fireworks displays that'll make you say ooh la la to pool parties that are hotter than the desert sun.
03:35Vegas knows how to celebrate in style.
03:37And hey, if you're feeling lucky, you can always try your hand at the roulette wheel.
03:41And there you have it, folks.
03:43A whirlwind tour of the most spectacular 4th of July celebrations across this great nation.
03:49From the bright lights of New York City to the neon glow of Las Vegas, we've covered it all.
03:54So tell us, what are your plans for the 4th of July?
03:57Are you firing up the grill, catching a fireworks display?
04:00Let us know in the comments below.
04:02From all of us here, we wish you a safe and happy 4th of July.
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