If you're celebrating Independence Day in the nation's capital, expect fireworks, fun and a fair share of traffic headaches.

The 4th of July parade from Washington DC in celebration of Independence Day. Marites Buenafe, originally from Kentucky, told her family she'd disembarked from the Norwegian Bliss for a hike. She never came back to the ship.

Thousands turned out on a steamy July 4 to witness more than 110 entries, including bands, dinosaurs, floats and political candidates at the city’s annual 4th of July parade. The day went off without a hitch,

A sparkling lineup of fireworks, holiday cookouts and more patriotic events is on display Friday as the D.C. region celebrates the nation’s independence.