DC's biggest Independence Day celebration kicks off Friday, July 1 from 5:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Black Rooster, Porters, Mackey's, Five, The Bottom Line, Vida, Recessions, Tequila Grill, Madhatter, Recessions, The Front Page, 4th Estate, Sign of the Whale, Singapore Bistro and Rumors are all participating in the 10th Annual Midtown Bar Tour, "Give Me Liberty or Give Me Beer!"

The event, sponsored by Lindy Promotions, DC101, and Budweiser, is holding registration from 5:00 - 10:00 p.m. at Mackey's (1823 L Street, NW), with the first 500 people receiving special giveaways.

The cost is $10 with 2 cans of food or $13 without, with all food to benefit Food & Friends. You must be 21 to participate; enjoy drink specials and no cover at participating bars until midnight.