This 4th of July, the Raleigh tradition continues with an Independence Day celebration at the State Capitol, 1 E. Edenton Street, Raleigh. It will take place Friday, July 4, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This free event takes place outside the capitol building. The celebration includes: Raleigh Concert Band is performing from 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., and the ceremony will begin on the east … [Read more...] about Independence Day Celebration at North Carolina State Capitol 2025
Children’s Independence Day Parade at Durham Central Park
Bring the whole family to Durham Central Park on Friday, July 4, 2025, for the annual Children's Independence Day Parade. This is one of many 4th of July celebrations in the Triangle. The event is scheduled from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. There will be lots of materials from the Scrap Exchange to help kids to decorate bikes, trikes, wagons and strollers. Then everyone will parade through … [Read more...] about Children’s Independence Day Parade at Durham Central Park
Free Sensory Friendly Playtime and Movie at Marbles Kids Museum for kids with special needs on July 4
Marbles Kids Museum, 201 Hargett Street, Raleigh, periodically holds Sensory Friendly Playtime for kids with special needs and their families. Admission is FREE for these events. It's an opportunity for kids to experience Marbles in a calmer, quieter environment. The museum will also be showing a "Lights Up, Sounds Down" movie. Tickets for the movie are not needed. Registered participants … [Read more...] about Free Sensory Friendly Playtime and Movie at Marbles Kids Museum for kids with special needs on July 4
Santa’s Summer Break at Boxcar Bar and Arcade Raleigh July 26
Boxcar Bar and Arcade, 330 West Davie Street, Raleigh, and 621 Foster Street, Durham, offers a huge number of arcade games and pinball machines and console games, as well as air hockey, skeeball, foosball and more. See their whole list of games here. They also host lots of events, including some free ones. This page is for the Raleigh Boxcar location. Find information on Boxcar Bar + Arcade … [Read more...] about Santa’s Summer Break at Boxcar Bar and Arcade Raleigh July 26
Wake Forest’s Independence Day Celebration
The Town of Wake Forest is presenting two days of 4th of July festivities in 2025! These events are part of a large list of 4th of July fireworks and celebrations in the Triangle. Celebrate with fireworks, the children's parade and Art in the Park. Wake Forest 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular Wake Forest is presenting a 4th of July fireworks show on Thursday, July 3rd, 2025, at … [Read more...] about Wake Forest’s Independence Day Celebration
Historic Yates Mill County Park: Hands-On History — Toys and Games July 4
Historic Yates Mill County Park, at 6420 Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh, is a 174-acre wildlife refuge and an environmental research center. The centerpiece is the Historic Yates Mill, which is the last operable water-powered gristmill in Wake County. The mill is on the National Register of Historic Places and was restored to working order in 2005. Admission to the park is free. Tours of … [Read more...] about Historic Yates Mill County Park: Hands-On History — Toys and Games July 4
Free historical open house at Joel Lane Museum House on Independence Day — including free refreshments
Joel Lane Museum House, 160 South Saint Mary’s Street in Raleigh, has the mission of bringing American history to life. The Joel Lane House was built circa 1769 and today is an award-winning Heritage site. On Friday, July 4, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., there will be a free open house in honor of Independence Day. Kids and adults alike can learn about and participate in historic crafts and … [Read more...] about Free historical open house at Joel Lane Museum House on Independence Day — including free refreshments
Carrboro 4th of July Celebration includes live music, People’s Parade, and the annual community reading of Frederick Douglass’ essay
The Town of Carrboro is hosting an Independence Day Celebration on Friday, July 4, 2025. It will take place at Carrboro Town Commons from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., with pre-event activities at Weaver Street Market starting at 9:30 a.m. At 9:30 a.m. the kickoff event will take place at Weaver Street Market. Then at 10:50 a.m., the People's Parade will take place, led by the Bulltown Strutters, ending … [Read more...] about Carrboro 4th of July Celebration includes live music, People’s Parade, and the annual community reading of Frederick Douglass’ essay
Apex’s Fourth of July celebrations 2025
Apex is celebrating the 4th of July with two events: Fireworks Frenzy on July 3, 2025, and Olde Fashioned Fourth of July on July 4, 2025. Check out our list of 4th of July fireworks and celebrations in the Triangle for even more to do on the holiday weekend. July 3rd: Fireworks Frenzy 5 to 10 p.m.Hunter Street Park1250 Ambergate Station, Apex, NC Apex's fireworks display event also features … [Read more...] about Apex’s Fourth of July celebrations 2025
First Friday Raleigh July 4
The first Friday of every month, Downtown Raleigh showcases its art, music and food at First Friday Raleigh. It's a free self-guided tour and a chance to visit art galleries, studios, alternative art venues and more. Each venue sets its own hours, but in general, the walk is from 6 to 9 p.m. Read on for what's going on during Raleigh's First Friday Gallery Walk, but make sure to check out … [Read more...] about First Friday Raleigh July 4
