On the 4th of July, 1776, The United States of America declared independence from Great Britain by adopting the Declaration of Independence. In the US, Independence Day celebrates the history, government, and traditions of the United States, but is also viewed as a summer festival.

4th of July Party Costumes

• Buy Costumes - One of the world's largest costume and party shops with over 15,000 products available online. Delivers US wide and to some international destinations. See their 4 July patriotic costumes
   
• Costume Express - Costume superstore specializing in full costumes and accessories. All shipping and handling charges are based on your merchandise total. Ships within US and Canada. Premium, Express, and 3-Day delivery options are only available for orders shipped within the United States. See their Adult Patriotic and Holiday Costumes

4th of July Party Products & Catering

• ShindigZ - Thousands of party products for themed parties and special events. ShindigZ is family owned and run, based in Indiana with delivery US wide and to Canada. See their 4th of July party products
   
• Candy Crate - Hard to find candy, retro candy & unique gifts. Make sure your next party is well stocked with all your old favorites, buy in bulk or by the piece. They also have a range of chocolate moulds and candy making supplies. Based in California with delivery US wide and internationally. See their patriotic gifts and candy
   
• Buy Costumes - As well as costumes, Buy Costumes also stock a wide range of party products and supplies.  Delivers US wide and to some international destinations. See their 4th of July party supplies and 4th of July decorations
  

4th of July Food Ideas

• Have a BBQ. Hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, devilled eggs, corn on the cob, watermelon, freshly squeezed lemonade and apple pie are some "all-American" foods to include.
• Make an American flag cake. You can use food coloring or, for a slightly healthier option, strawberries and blueberries on white icing.
• For a really simple dessert, strawberries and blueberries with cream.
• Add some red and blue food coloring to some water and make red, white (clear) and blue ice cubes to add to drinks.

4th of July Party Ideas

• Fireworks, throw streamers or confetti, and use noise makers like party blowouts and party poppers.
• Give the kids some sparklers and glow sticks to run around with.
• Play The Star-Spangled Banner, God Bless America, The 1812 Overture (associated with 4th of July thanks to the Boston Pops), Stars and Stripes Forever, Yankee Doodle.