The Spirit of Washington and Odyssey will be cruising the water on the Fourth of July, offering up a dinner buffet (Spirit) or four-course dinner (Odyssey), premium open bars, music, dancing and, best of all, an amazing view of the D.C. fireworks without the crowds.

Both cruises are for ages 21 and up, though Spirit is offering a family-friendly lunch option during the day only without the fireworks show, of course.

What: Fourth of July Dinner Cruises on the Potomac

When: Friday, July 4, 7:30 – 11:30 p.m.

Where: Potomac River, Washington, D.C.

See odysseycruises.com and spiritcruises.com for tickets and more info