The Town of Cary is presenting several events for Independence Day in 2026, including a festival at Downtown Cary Park, a fishing tournament, patriotic music, a movie and fireworks. July 3rd Celebration at Downtown Cary Park Kick off your festivities on Friday, July 3, 2026, from 4 to 10 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. This free event will feature … [Read more...] about Town of Cary’s Independence Day Celebrations: Fireworks, music, movie, fishing
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4 Lawn Tickets for $99 at Coastal Credit Union Music Park and Red Hat Amphitheater
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The Summer of Live Lawn 4-pack at Red Hat Amphitheater and Coastal Credit Union Music Park in Raleigh, NC, gives fans access to four lawn tickets at select shows for just $99 all-in, while supplies last. The $99 includes all fees, but not tax. The offer is available starting on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, while supplies last. To get this deal, go to LiveNation.com/SummerOfLive. Select a … [Read more...] about 4 Lawn Tickets for $99 at Coastal Credit Union Music Park and Red Hat Amphitheater
July 3rd Celebration at Downtown Cary Park
Celebrate Independence Day Weekend at a July 3rd Celebration at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The event takes place Friday, July 3, 2026, from 4 to 10 p.m., and is free to attend. All ages are welcome. The celebration includes entertainment, games, trivia, the movie "Independence Day," and more. Learn about the Town of Cary's other 4th of July … [Read more...] about July 3rd Celebration at Downtown Cary Park
Smithfield’s Independence Day Celebration July 3
The Town of Smithfield's annual Independence Day Celebration will take place on Friday, July 3, 2026, from 4 to 10 p.m., at Neuse River Amphitheater, 150 S Front Street, Smithfield, North Carolina. This is a free event. Festivities include: Public parking is available in the county parking lots located on Johnston Street and 2nd Street and at the public library at 301 E Market … [Read more...] about Smithfield’s Independence Day Celebration July 3
Independence Day Celebration at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery July 3: live music, food trucks, fireworks
ZincHouse Winery & Brewery, at 6225 Wake Forest Road, Durham, NC, sits on 87 acres of land that feature vineyards, fields, and a pond. The main winery/brewery includes 14,000 square feet of air conditioned space, plus 7,300 square feet of roof decks. On Friday, July 3, 2026, from 12 to 11 p.m., ZincHouse is hosting a free Independence Day celebration. Ages 21+ only. The Independence Day … [Read more...] about Independence Day Celebration at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery July 3: live music, food trucks, fireworks
First Friday Market & Movie Night at Moore Square: Hamilton on July 3
Raleigh Parks and Get 2 Know Raleigh are hosting First Friday Market & Movie Nights at Moore Square, 200 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. These events take place the first Friday of the month, from May to November, 2026. Enjoy an outdoor movie, as well as a vendor market, food trucks, free-to-play games, and live music by a local artist. The events take place from 5 to 9 p.m., … [Read more...] about First Friday Market & Movie Night at Moore Square: Hamilton on July 3
Free Cary Town Band Concert July 3
The Cary Town Band is a concert band based in Cary, North Carolina, which seeks to bring the love of music to the people of the area by performing free concerts and supporting the town by providing musical entertainment at their civic, cultural and community events. They provide an opportunity for community musicians to grow together and inspire others in their understanding and appreciation of … [Read more...] about Free Cary Town Band Concert July 3
One Tribe Drum Circle at Dix Park July 3
Dix Park will be hosting drum circles, led by One Tribe, at the Stone Houses Visitor Center, 830 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, on the first Friday of the month from June to August, 2026, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. There's no cost, but registration is required. Seating is provided. If you have drums or other hand percussion, please bring them, or you can use One Tribe's. Seating is … [Read more...] about One Tribe Drum Circle at Dix Park July 3
Postponed: Fourth of July Celebration with Preservation Chapel Hill
UPDATE: This event has been postponed, due to the extreme heat. Preservation Chapel Hill is hosting a Fourth of July Celebration on Saturday, July 4th, 2026. The free event takes place from 1 to 3 p.m. on the Horace Williams House Grounds, 610 East Rosemary Street, Chapel Hill, NC. Admission is free, but donations are welcome and greatly appreciated. Your contributions will support … [Read more...] about Postponed: Fourth of July Celebration with Preservation Chapel Hill
Live @ ATC: Summer Music Series at American Tobacco Campus: The Lounge Doctors on July 10
American Tobacco Campus and Live at Bay 7 are hosting a series of live outdoor concerts during the summer of 2026, featuring local acts and a range of styles, from jazz to bluegrass to rock. The concerts will take place on select Fridays from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at American Tobacco Campus, 318 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina. All shows are free and open to the public, and all ages are … [Read more...] about Live @ ATC: Summer Music Series at American Tobacco Campus: The Lounge Doctors on July 10
