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‘A Capitol Fourth’ concert kicks off America’s 250th anniversary

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A patriotic performance took place outside of the U.S. Capitol Friday night to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary of independence this July Fourth.

“A Capitol Fourth: 250th Weekend Celebration” kicked off the holiday weekend on the west lawn of the Capitol on Friday night.

Performers included Patti LaBelle, Trace Adkins, Carly Pearce and Chicago, according to organizers. Members of the U.S. military also performed as well as parts of bands and choirs.

Watch the concert live below:

Unlike past years, the concert is happening the day before the holiday. The fireworks show will still take place on the Fourth of July.

Metro set ridership records July Fourth, WMATA says

The D.C. area's Metro system weathered Fourth of July storms and schedule changes, experiencing record-breaking ridership for the holiday as America celebrated its semiquincentennial. Metro General Manager and CEO Randy Clarke said on social media Monday more than 866,000 people rode either Metrobus or rail Saturday into Sunday morning, with more than 120,000 trips coming after midnight.
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