Residents of D.C., Maryland, and Virginia should be aware of the many closures and schedule modifications as Independence Day draws near. This is an all-inclusive list of everything will be open and closed on July 4, 2024.
Transportation by Public
Metrorail: Available from 7 a.m. till midnight.
- Metrobus: Has a Sunday schedule of operation.
- MetroAccess: Reservations can be made by phoning 301-562-5360; pre-scheduled subscription trips have been discontinued.
- Free rides – Free parking (WMATA) is available all day, as well as free Metrorail, Metrobus, and MetroAccess after 5 p.m.
- MARC Train: only available on the Penn Line on Saturdays.
- VRE: Not available.
In Washington, D.C.
Closed: DMV locations, public libraries, and government offices.
- Trash/Recycling: Collections move to July 5 from July 4; they slide one day.
- Parks and Recreation: Open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. are outdoor pools.
- Parking: There are no meter costs.
Maryland
- Statewide: Closed DMV locations, public libraries, and government offices.
- Beverage Services with Alcohol: Available from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Montgomery County
- MC311: Not in use.
- Recycling/Trash: Regular pickup Slides one day; collection not available Thursday. Mon–Wed.
- Bus rides: Saturday timetable.
- Parking: On-street, in garages, and in county-owned lots; free.
Open 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Pools.
The County of Prince George
- Recycling/Trash: Move it forward one day to Friday, July 5.
- Parks/Recreation: Community and sports centers closed; museums, swimming areas, and senior centers open.
County of Anne Arundel
- Trash: Collections take place on Fridays; on Saturdays, on Fridays.
- Pools: Aquatic Center and Olympic Swim Center are closed.
Charles County
- Trash/Recycling: Recycling and landfills are closed; curbside pickup is not available.
- Pools : Open from midday to five p.m.
- VanGO: Not available.
Howard County
- Trash/Recycling: Not picked up; please wait until the next day.
Frederick County
Trash: Friday is the collection day for Thursday.
- Transit: No services; closed.
Virginia
- Statewide: Closed DMV locations, public libraries, and government offices.
Alexandria
- Recycling/Trash: One day late.
Pools*: Available from 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
*DASH Bus*: Timetable for Sundays. - Parking: Residential permit districts are not time-limited; there are no meter fees.
Arlington County
- Recycling/Trash: Carry on as normal.
County offices/services: Schedules have been adjusted.
County of Loudoun
- Landfill: Not operating.
- Transit: No amenities offered.
County of Fairfax
- Recycling/Trash: Regular operations.
- Recycling & Disposal Facilities: Not Open.
- Fairfax Connector: Timetable for Saturdays.
- Activity Hubs: Available from 5 a.m. to 4 p.m. (George Washington Recreation Center opens at 6:30 a.m.).
Prince William County
- Landfill: Not operating.
- Pools: Open from midday to six p.m.
- OmniRide: Not available.
To guarantee a hassle-free and joyful Fourth of July, be informed and make plans in advance!