Celebrate Independence Day with the America’s 250th Anniversary App on DISH

Published On: July 1, 2026

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The older you get, the fewer milestone birthdays you celebrate. But for her 250th, America is throwing a huge birthday party. And DISH has your invitation.

DISH has a collection of the best movies, shows, and special events hand-picked to celebrate America 250, along with one of our best offers ever. Here’s a closer look at the America's 250th Anniversary App on DISH, which is available on Channel 146. To subscribe to DISH, follow this link to find the best package for you!

 

The America’s 250th Anniversary App on DISH

The America's 250th Anniversary App is organized by a series of rows to make it easier to find what you want to watch. From top to bottom, they are:

On Now/On Later - Tune-in to shows and movies that are currently airing, or see what’s coming up so you can set a recording to watch on your own schedule.

On Demand Movies/Shows - As long as your DISH Hopper or Joey device is connected to the internet, DISH has hundreds of movies and shows available to watch on-demand. From hit movies like Top Gun: Maverick and Saving Private Ryan to your favorite shows on HISTORY, HGTV, and Food Network, you can always find something to fill you with American pride.

DISH scapes - Whether you’re hosting a July 4th BBQ or just need a calming scene to set the vibes, our America-themed DISH scapes will transform your TV screen into a window of scenic scenes to get you in the patriotic spirit.

Free Previews - You can’t spell “Freedom” without “Free,” and this summer, DISH is treating subscribers to a buffet of free previews. Sports, documentaries, entertainment – no matter your interests, there’s a free preview you’ll love.

DISH Exclusives - Celebrate America with a series of on-demand videos that capture our nation’s unparalleled beauty. By land (wilderness), by sea (America’s harbors), or by air (fireworks displays), these DISH Exclusives set the mood for America’s big birthday bash.

Music - Listen to patriotic favorites from classic artists or the latest hits in all genres.

Movie Rentals - Finally, in honor of America’s rich film history, DISH has collected some of our films celebrating America. Titles include:

  • A League of Their Own

  • The Patriot

  • Glory

  • Flags of Our Fathers

  • Lone Survivor

  • And many others!

America 250 Specials

In honor of America’s landmark anniversary, there are a number of specials and programming stunts taking place over the July 4 holiday weekend. Here’s what to watch every day.

Here is the list of live events and special programming for the America 250 celebration, sorted chronologically by date and then by network:

Wednesday, July 1

  • FOX News Media:

    • FBN's Mornings with Maria broadcasts live from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange.

    • FNC's The Story with Martha MacCallum airs live from the opening of the Teddy Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota.

Thursday, July 2

  • FOX News Media:

    • FBN's The Claman Countdown and Maria Bartiromo's Wall Street broadcast live from the NYSE, while The Bottom Line airs a "Red, White & Blue Collar" workers special.

    • FNC begins live daytime coverage from Liberty State Park covering the Sail4th 250 flotilla on FOX & Friends, The Faulkner Focus, Outnumbered, and America Reports.

  • Heroes & Icons:

    • Rod, White & Blue: A Twilight Zone Celebration, a marathon of classic episodes, begins at 6:00 a.m. ET.

  • NBC:

    • The Americas: A Wild 250th, a special wildlife episode, premieres at 9:00 p.m. ET.

  • NewsNation:

    • Patriots and Plotters: Bill O'Reilly's Unsung Heroes and Villains of the American Revolution debuts.

Friday, July 3

  • ABC / Disney Networks:

    • Disney Celebrates America: The Pursuit of Happiness airs an encore presentation.

    • America the Beautiful, a primetime special anchored by David Muir, kicks off a 24-hour multi-network event (ABC, Disney+, Hulu, ESPN, NatGeo, Freeform, FX) from 10:00–11:00 p.m. EDT.

    • Pre-Party Across America airs live from New Orleans and NYC from 11:00–11:35 p.m. EDT.

    • Party Across America continues coverage of midnight celebrations nationwide from 11:35 p.m.–12:37 a.m. EDT.

  • CBS:

    • CBS Mornings and the CBS Evening News with Tony Dokoupil originate live from Washington, D.C..

  • CNN:

    • Independence Eve Live With Anderson & Andy: Celebrating 250 counts down to a midnight ball drop in Times Square from 8:00 p.m.–12:30 a.m. ET.

  • FOX News Media:

    • FBN transforms into the "America 250 Network" for the weekend, featuring FOX Nation specials.

    • FNC's Special Report with Bret Baier and Hannity broadcast live from Mount Rushmore.

    • FNC provides live midnight coverage of the Times Square ball drop with Nate Foy.

  • NBC News:

    • Tom Llamas anchors a special edition of NBC Nightly News from Philadelphia at 6:30 p.m. ET.

  • NewsNation:

    • Live coverage from Mount Rushmore includes a special Cuomo, followed by Jesse Weber Live and Katie Pavlich Tonight.

  • PBS:

    • A Capitol Fourth: 250th Weekend Celebration airs live from the U.S. Capitol from 8:00–9:30 p.m. ET.

Saturday, July 4

  • ABC / Disney Networks:

    • Nightline (Special Edition) (12:37–1:07 a.m. EDT).

    • GMA's 50 States in 50 Weeks (1:07–5:00 a.m. EDT).

    • Dawn in America (5:00–7:00 a.m. EDT).

    • Good Morning America (Special Edition) (7:00–10:00 a.m. EDT).

    • Hometowns & Heroes (10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. EDT).

    • 7 Wonders of America (1:00–3:00 p.m. EDT).

    • Dreamers & Innovators (3:00–5:00 p.m. EDT).

    • SportsCenter (Special Edition) celebrating American sports history (5:00–7:00 p.m. EDT).

    • World News Tonight with David Muir (Special Edition) (7:00–7:30 p.m. EDT).

    • Countdown to Nashville's Star-Spangled Bash (7:30–8:00 p.m. EDT).

    • Disney Celebrates America: Nashville’s Star-Spangled Bash, hosted by Ryan Seacrest, airs live across Disney networks from 8:00–11:00 p.m. EDT.

  • CBS:

    • CBS Saturday Morning originates from Washington.

    • The Great American Block Party 250 airs live from the Washington Monument from 8:00–11:00 p.m. ET.

  • CNN:

    • The Fourth in America: Celebrating 250 kicks off live at noon ET.

    • Exclusive live broadcast of the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular at 6:00 p.m. ET.

    • Primetime coverage continues from the National Mall, the Empire State Building, and San Diego starting at 11:00 p.m. ET.

  • ESPN / ESPN2:

    • Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest airs live (Noon ET on ESPN2; 12:30 p.m. ET on ABC).

  • FOX (Broadcast):

    • MLB Baseball regional coverage and the MLB All-Star Game Selection Show begins at 7:30 p.m. ET.

  • FOX News Media:

    • Extended FNC morning and daytime shows (FOX & Friends, America's Newsroom, Outnumbered) broadcast live from Liberty State Park.

    • The Will Cain Show airs live from Philadelphia from 2:00–4:00 p.m. ET.

    • America 250: Celebrating Freedom broadcasts live from Washington D.C. in two blocks: 4:00–7:00 p.m. ET and 7:00 p.m.–Midnight ET.

  • NBC / Telemundo:

    • Sail4th 250 coverage airs during TODAY live from Governors Island from 7:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. ET.

    • NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas airs live from the Washington Monument at 6:30 p.m. ET.

    • NBC News NOW Special Coverage of nationwide celebrations begins at 7:00 p.m. ET.

    • Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular airs at 8:00 p.m. ET.

  • NewsNation:

    • Morning in America broadcasts from the National Mall (6:00–9:00 a.m. ET), followed by rolling live coverage from NYC and DC, culminating in a four-hour primetime special.

  • PBS:

    • America Made in Virginia: 250 Years Together broadcasts from Colonial Williamsburg from 8:00–10:00 p.m. ET.

Sunday, July 5

  • FOX News Media:

    • FOX & Friends wraps up the weekend broadcasting live from the National Mall.

  • NBC:

    • Meet the Press Special Edition with Kristen Welker explores the nation's founding and democratic future.