What we know:
The parade begins at 6:30 p.m., starting at 23rd Street and Constitution Avenue, and running to 15th Street.
The event will feature:
- 6,000+ soldiers
- 150 military vehicles — including 70-ton Abrams tanks
- Black Hawk helicopters and more
The FAA is restricting airspace around Reagan National Airport during flyovers and the fireworks show — so travelers should expect flight impacts.
Officials warn to expect major traffic disruptions, parking restrictions, and very large crowds around the Mall.
Metro will run on a normal schedule, with increased police presence at key stations.
EXTRA INFO:
There are currently permits for about nine demonstrations, but the Secret Service says none of them raise significant concern.
"As far as the First Amendment activity, from a Secret Service perspective, it's simply people using their First Amendment right to protest and we're not going to do anything with that. if that turns violent or if any laws are broken, that's when MPD or police Secret Service will get involved and handle it swiftly," said McCool.
The parade route includes Constitution Avenue and other major streets, with tanks weighing up to 60 tons rolling through the city. D.C. officials have raised concerns about potential road damage.
Mayor Muriel Bowser has warned that military tanks could cause significant damage, estimating repairs could cost millions. The Army has pledged to cover costs but downplays the possibility of severe damage.
Officials say they’re not too concerned about street damage, but are placing metal plates in 13 key spots along the route just in case.