Celebrate our nation's independence with a day of flag-themed foods, regional specialties, county fair-style treats, and other picnic and barbeque staples.
Show Your Colors
For more red, white, and blue five-star (or 50-starred) ideas, see our Flag Day page.
Barbeque Favorites
Are you hosting or attending a barbeque on the Fourth? Take a look at our burger recommendations, selected potato and pasta salads, and other grilling advice. Offer a variety of refreshing drinks like flavored iced teas and homemade lemonade. Want to create a Flag Cake or lattice-top pie? Browse through these tempting Summer Fruit dessert recipes for inspiration. All-American apple pie, cherry pie, cobblers and brownies make great holiday cookouts even sweeter. For an extra-special touch, serve desserts with homemade ice cream. See our Ultimate Guide to the Fourth of July for more ideas.
Yankee Doodle Dandy
Put together an easy picnic to enjoy after the parade. Buy American flag toothpicks to hold sandwich slices together and for decorating cupcakes--plus you can wave them at the parade!
Big Bang
Pack up some plastic cups, a thermos of lemonade, and a bag of snacks for the firework displays. Don't forget a blanket or low lawn chairs--and mosquito repellent can save the evening.
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