New Digital Platform Enables Americans to Find, Host and Experience Block Parties Across the Country While Supporting Giving 4th

WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 8, 2026 – America250, the national, nonpartisan organization charged by Congress to lead the commemoration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, today announced the launch of the official “America’s Block Party” mobile app, a new digital platform that makes it easy for Americans to find, join and host celebrations, explore events near them and tune into livestreamed moments across the country leading up to and throughout the July 4 holiday weekend. The app is now available for download on iOS and Android devices.

Built as a central hub for America’s 250th, the app invites all 350 million Americans to take part in the Semiquincentennial by attending local events, hosting their own gatherings, tuning into livestreamed celebrations across the country or supporting causes through Giving 4th, a nationwide initiative to make July 4, 2026 the largest single day of charitable giving in U.S. history.

“America’s 250th is a once-in-a-generation moment and it belongs to everyone,” said Rosie Rios, Chair of America250. “With this app, every American can take part, no matter where they are. From neighborhood block parties to national moments, we are building a shared experience that brings our country together and invites people to celebrate, connect and give back.”

A Nationwide Celebration, Powered by Communities

Rooted in the longstanding American tradition of neighborhood gatherings, America’s Block Party will transform July 4, 2026 into the largest synchronized celebration in U.S. history. The app serves as the official guide to this moment, helping Americans discover how their communities, cities and states are coming together from sea to shining sea.

Through an interactive, map-based experience, users can explore block parties and celebrations happening across the country, search by location and find events that match how they want to celebrate. From backyard cookouts and local festivals to large-scale cultural events, every gathering plays a role in bringing the nation’s 250th anniversary to life.

For those looking to take a more active role, the app also provides tools and resources to host an official America’s Block Party event, empowering individuals, families and communities to create their own events and traditions and contribute to a collective national moment.

Participate Anytime, Anywhere

In addition to in-person experiences, the app enables Americans to join the celebration virtually. Users can tune into livestreamed events from across the country during the July 3 to 4 celebration window, creating a shared real-time experience that transcends geography.

Whether at home, traveling or attending local gatherings, Americans can engage with celebrations nationwide and be part of the moment as it unfolds across the country. Following the holiday weekend, select content will remain available in the app, allowing users to revisit and experience highlights from celebrations across the country.

Supporting a New National Tradition of Giving

As part of America250’s broader mission to inspire service and civic engagement, the app also connects users to Giving 4th, enabling users to discover causes, support nonprofits and give back as part of the July 4 celebration.

Through the platform, Americans can explore organizations and causes aligned with their interests and take part in a new tradition of giving as part of the nation’s birthday celebration.

A Digital Front Door to America’s 250th

The America’s Block Party app reflects America250’s commitment to creating accessible and inclusive ways for all Americans to engage with the Semiquincentennial. By bringing together discovery, participation and impact in one place, the platform serves as a digital front door to the nation’s 250th anniversary.

To learn more about America’s Block Party and how to participate, visit www.America250.org. The app is available for download on iOS and Android.

About America250

America250 is the national nonpartisan initiative working to engage every American in celebrating and commemorating the Semiquincentennial, the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. It is spearheaded by the congressionally-appointed U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission and its sole-supporting nonprofit organization, America250.org, Inc., together known as America250. This multi-year effort kicked off with America’s Invitation on July 4, 2023: a national public engagement campaign inviting all Americans to share their stories and their hopes and dreams for the future of this country. Leading up to July 4, 2026, America250 is working to provide opportunities for all Americans to pause and reflect on our nation’s past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and look to the future we want to create for the next generation and beyond. To learn more, visit America250.org, and follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok.