"A Capitol Fourth" was broadcast without an audience for the past two years due to the pandemic.

For the first time in two years, spectators will once again be welcomed at the "A Capitol Fourth" concert in Washington, D.C.

In its 42nd year, the event is one of the most popular Fourth of July shows in the country and is televised across the nation on PBS. Each year visitors descend on the National Mall, rain or shine to hear award-winning performances and view spectacular fireworks in the shadow of the nation’s monuments. This year’s show will be hosted by country star Mickey Guyton, and include performances by artists like Darren Criss, Yolanda Adams, Andy Grammer, and Gloria Gaynor.

For many people, attending the concert has been an annual tradition. The main stage is located on the West Lawn of the Capitol and fan seating spreads down all the way down to the Washington Monument. But just like anything that takes place on a holiday in the district, it is crowded. Finding parking is pretty much out of the question and there will be a long wait to catch the Metro back home.

If you’re still planning on braving the crowds to see the show, here’s what you need to know:

• Gates open at 3 p.m. and the concert starts at 8 p.m.
• Fireworks start right after the concert at 9:09 p.m.
• There will be security checkpoints set up at different points up and down the mall. Please leave prohibited items at home.
• The Smithsonian Station is the closest Metro Station to the concert and parking is free at Metro lots on federal holidays.
• Many streets will be closed around the city and many of the monuments will also be closed during the concert and fireworks.

The concert also features Jack Everly and the National Symphony Orchestra, the U.S. Army Band along with appearances by Rachel Platten, Chita Rivera, Loren Allred, Emily Bear, and Keb’ Mo.u