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July 4th Fun Facts

🎆 250 Years of Independence This year, America celebrates its 250th birthday, marking 250 years since the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

🌭 150 million Hot Dogs Americans consume an estimated 150 million hot dogs on the Fourth of July—enough to stretch from Washington, D.C., to Los Angeles more than five times.

🍔 The Biggest Grilling Day of the Year. Nearly 70% of Americans plan to fire up the grill, making July 4th one of the busiest days of the year for backyard barbecues.

🍗 Chicken Takes the Crown. While burgers and hot dogs are iconic, grilled chicken has become one of the most popular proteins served during July 4th celebrations.

🍉 Watermelon. Favorite Americans eat an estimated 700 million pounds of watermelon during the Independence Day holiday.

🍺 Cheers to Summer. July 4th consistently ranks among the year's top beer sales weekends, with craft breweries and local restaurants seeing some of their busiest days.

🍦 Ice Cream Season. July is National Ice Cream Month, making Independence Day the perfect excuse to enjoy a scoop after your barbecue.

🥧 Apple Pie Is Still King. Although not an official Independence Day dessert, apple pie remains America's most iconic patriotic treat, closely followed by berry pies and strawberry shortcake.

🎇 Fireworks Tradition. An estimated 16,000 fireworks displays light up the skies across the United States each year for Independence Day celebrations.

🍽️ Restaurants Stay Busy Millions of Americans choose to celebrate at local restaurants before or after fireworks displays, making the holiday one of the busiest weekends of the summer hospitality season.

DineinVB Tip: We encourage all guests to celebrate responsibly. If alcohol is part of your holiday plans, please take advantage of the 757 Sober Ride program and enjoy a safe ride home.