Independence Day: 72 Million Americans Travel for July 4th

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Americans will spend a staggering $15.5 billion celebrating Independence Day 2025, but where is all that money going?

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The Fourth of July has evolved from 1777's bell ringing and cannon salutes to today's massive celebrations with deep economic impact.

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Food dominates July 4th spending at $9.4 billion in 2025, with the average American spending $90.42 on their cookout supplies.

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Americans will consume an astonishing 150 million hot dogs on Independence Day, making it the biggest hot dog holiday of the year

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Alcohol spending for July 4th reaches $3.87 billion, with beer being the top choice at nearly 63% of all alcohol purchases.

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Fireworks light up more than the sky - Americans spend $2.2 billion on them, with 27.5% of celebrators purchasing their own displays.

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A record-breaking 72 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home, with nearly 62 million going by car - the highest ever recorded.

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Bristol, Rhode Island hosts America's oldest continuous July 4th parade since 1785, while Alameda, California claims the longest route at 3.3 miles.

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Communities embrace unusual traditions - from hot dog eating contests to record attempts like Carmel, Indiana's 14,000 people wearing red fire helmets.

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America is preparing for its 250th birthday in 2026, with plans for nationwide flag-waving events and a time capsule collecting artifacts from all 50 states.

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