The Washington, DC fireworks show last night was about 40 minutes long, starting just before midnight.

Quick Scoop

That lines up with multiple reports describing the display as a “40-minute spectacle” and a “nearly 40-minute fireworks display” for the National Mall celebration.

Context

The event was part of the July 4th / America’s 250th celebration in Washington, DC, and organizers had planned the fireworks for around 10:30 PM ET. The show was delayed by heat and storm-related disruptions before the fireworks finally went off.

TL;DR

  • Length: about 40 minutes.
  • Timing: began just before midnight.
  • Setting: National Mall / Washington Monument grounds.