Live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, Alfonso Ribeiro returns to host the 45th anniversary of A Capitol Fourth fireworks spectacular on PBS!

Enjoying a fireworks display? It’s thrilling. But indulging in the spectacle from your own home, away from the heat and large crowds by streaming it? Now that’s the perfect way to wrap up a Fourth of July!

This year’s celebration boasts performances by artists like the Beach Boys, Josh Turner, The Temptations, Lauren Daigle, Trombone Shorty, Abi Carter, LOCASH, and Yolanda Adams. For those who want to catch multiple firework displays, you have options such as Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks available on NBC and Peacock (8:00 p.m. ET), the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular on The CW (9:00 p.m. ET), and The Fourth in America on CNN (7:00 p.m. ET).

We hope you had a terrific Fourth of July! Here’s how to watch A Capitol Fourth live online.

What Time Does A Capitol Fourth Fireworks Start Tonight?

A Capitol Fourth will be broadcast tonight from 8:00 to 9:30 p.m. ET on PBS, PBS.org, PBS’ YouTube channel & PBS app. Catch its rebroadcast at 9:30 p.m. ET, with additional showings at midnight and 1:30 a.m. ET.

Where To Watch A Capitol Fourth Fireworks Live Online:

You can watch A Capitol Fourth 2025 live on PBS, the PBS website, PBS’ YouTube page (which is embedded below), or the PBS Video app.

You can also find a PBS live stream via YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV. Both streaming services offer free trials for new subscribers.

A Capitol Fourth 2025 Performers:

This year’s show includes performances by the Beach Boys, Josh Turner, The Temptations, Lauren Daigle, Trombone Shorty, Abi Carter, LOCASH, and Yolanda Adams.

4th of July Fireworks Streaming Options:

You can also watch Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks on NBC and Peacock (8:00 p.m. ET), the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular on The CW (9:00 p.m. ET), or The Fourth in America on CNN (7:00 p.m. ET).