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Disney Celebrates America live updates: Fireworks light up New York City skyline

Follow along as ABC celebrates with 24 hours of programming.

ABC is marking America's 250th anniversary with 24 hours of unparalleled programming called "Disney Celebrates America."

The multi-platform broadcast, led by ABC News "World News Tonight" anchor David Muir, features coverage across all 50 states and runs through the night of July 4.


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Salute to America cancels remaining flyovers amid storms

The remaining flyovers at the "Salute to America 250 Celebration & Fireworks" in Washington, D.C., have been canceled amid thunderstorms, event officials said Saturday evening.

Guests at the celebration have been ordered to evacuate and seek temporary shelter. It is not yet clear what time Salute to America will resume.


ABC's Star-Spangled Bash underway in Nashville

ABC’s Star-Spangled Bash is underway in Nashville!

Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, the celebration features performances from artists including Reba McEntire, Nick Jonas, Boyz II Men, Tim McGraw, Sublime, Brothers Osborne and Lauren Daigle.

The event will also feature one of the largest fireworks and drone shows in the U.S. set to a live score by the Nashville Symphony.


'Salute to America' event delayed due to weather conditions


The "Salute to America 250 Celebration & Fireworks" celebration in Washington, D.C., is being evacuated Saturday due to thunderstorms moving into the city.

The event was set to begin at 7 p.m., but the program has been delayed and attendees were asked to temporarily leave and seek shelter in nearby buildings.

President Donald Trump is scheduled to participate in the event with a rally and speech before fireworks.

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ABC to host Star-Spangled Bash in Nashville with performances from iconic artists

On Saturday night, after a special edition of "World News Tonight," ABC will host the Star-Spangled Bash in Nashville, featuring performances from artists including Reba McEntire, Nick Jonas, Boyz II Men, Tim McGraw, Brothers Osborne and Lauren Daigle.


Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to gather in downtown Nashville for the bash, which is hosted by Ryan Seacrest and airs at 8 p.m. ET.

The event will also feature one of the largest fireworks and drone shows in the U.S., set to a live score by the Nashville Symphony.