July 4th is here, and we're thrilled to celebrate the day that cemented the birth of the United States. While the signing of the Declaration of Independence happened on this day back in 1776, Independence Day is now a holiday where people get together and enjoy all the wonderful moments summer has to offer.
Even though July 4th may be synonymous with barbecues, movie marathons and fireworks, there are other ways to honor the goliday. This is where A Capitol Fourth concert comes in, with Dancing With the Stars host Alfonso Ribeiro leading the iconic event live from Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.
Now in its 45th year on television, the program will lend support to U.S. troops all over the world with meaningful tributes throughout. Couple that with an incredible lineup of performances, and A Capitol Fourth is a special that's bound to be memorable.
"I’m honored to be back hosting the 45th anniversary of A Capitol Fourth," Alfonso said in an official statement. "It’s everything you want in an Independence Day celebration - great music and fantastic fireworks. For me, the best part is always the crowd: so many happy, patriotic faces, from grandparents to little kids. You don’t want to miss this party!"
Given how special the broadcast will be, folks will want to know how to watch and stream A Capitol Fourth concert at home. Well, we have the answer for you, so keep on reading for all the details.
When is the 2025 A Capitol Fourth concert on PBS?
This year's A Capitol Fourth concert is set to air on Friday, July 4, 2025 at 8 p.m. ET on PBS.
How to watch and stream A Capitol Fourth concert:
If you have access to broadcast TV, you can check your local listings or PBS' website to find your local PBS station.
If you want to watch A Capitol Fourth concert online or on a smart device, we can help you with this. The event will also air in real-time on PBS' website and on YouTube. In addition, you can also watch the program on live-streaming sites like Philo, Sling, FuboTV or Hulu + Live TV).
A Capitol Fourth concert 2025 lineup and performers:
The celebrities set to perform over the course of A Capitol Fourth concert include The Beach Boys, The Temptations, Lauren Daigle, Josh Turner, Yolanda Adams, LOCASH, Jack Everly, Abi Carter and more. Additionally, the U.S. Herald Army Trumpets, the United States Army Band, the Joint Armed Forces Chorus and other military groups are expected to pay respects throughout the special.
As the entertainment and news associate editor for Good Housekeeping, Adrianna (she/her) writes about everything TV, movies, music and pop culture. She graduated from Yeshiva University with a B.A. in journalism and a minor in business management. She covers shows like The Rookie, 9-1-1 and Grey's Anatomy, though when she’s not watching the latest show on Netflix, she’s taking martial arts or drinking way too much coffee.
