Brier Creek Commons, 8131 Brier Creek Parkway, Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting Star Spangled Block Party and Fireworks Show on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at 8 p.m. This is one of the largest of the many 4th of July fireworks shows in the Triangle. The Star-Spangled block party is back from 8 to 9 p.m., with DJ Mark McNally in the clock tower area. Find your spot in the Brier Creek Commons … [Read more...] about Brier Creek Star Spangled Block Party and Fireworks Show July 4
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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 Saturday, July 4, 2026. It will take place at Carrboro Town Commons from 11 a.m. to 1:30 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, … [Read more...] about Carrboro 4th of July Celebration includes live music, People’s Parade, and the annual community reading of Frederick Douglass’ essay
Rolesville Fourth: Fourth of July Fireworks, live music more…
Rolesville is holding their Fourth of July celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m., at Redford Place Park, 121 Redford Place Drive, Rolesville, NC. The celebration includes fireworks, inflatables, live music, yard games, family crafts, food trucks and beer and wine. Rolesville Fourth Schedule … [Read more...] about Rolesville Fourth: Fourth of July Fireworks, live music more…
Cars and Coffee Morrisville July 4
Cars and Coffee Morrisville is a free event that takes place the first Saturday of the month, year round, at the Imperial Center, 5425 Page Road, Durham. This is one of the Southeast's largest monthly car events. The event will take place from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Admission is free, but a $5 donation to the month's charity is appreciated. There's a theme every month, but all makes and models … [Read more...] about Cars and Coffee Morrisville July 4
Town of Cary’s Independence Day Celebrations: Fireworks, music, movie, fishing
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
Peace and Love on America’s 250th at Fletcher Park — Hair in Concert, and more…
Peace and Love on America's 250th is a community event to celebrate America's 250th birthday on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 3 to 8 p.m., at Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event for all ages, but please RSVP to help with planning. The event includes: Schedule Look for updates on the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Peace and Love on America’s 250th at Fletcher Park — Hair in Concert, and more…
Capitol 250: North Carolina Freedom Fest on July 4
The North Carolina State Capitol, at 1 East Edenton Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Capitol 250: North Carolina Freedom Fest on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a FREE family event. This downtown Raleigh celebration will complement a morning parade organized by the N.C. Department of Labor and evening fireworks at Dix Park organized by the City of … [Read more...] about Capitol 250: North Carolina Freedom Fest on July 4
Knightdale’s Independence Day Festival: Fourth on First Avenue
Celebrate the 4th of July at Knightdale's Fourth on First Celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026, 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N. First Avenue, Knightdale, North Carolina. Please note the change in end time, due to the extreme heat. (It was originally planned to end at 1 p.m.) It's free to attend. The event features live music from Liquid Pleasure, a bike parade, … [Read more...] about Knightdale’s Independence Day Festival: Fourth on First Avenue
How to shop online for books and still support your local bookstore
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Shopping local is best. However, if you like the convenience of shopping online for books, but you still want to support your local bookstore, check out bookshop.org. At Bookstore.org you shop online for books and they're shipped directly to you just like they would be from a certain large online retailer. But the difference is that when you shop you select a local bookstore to support, and … [Read more...] about How to shop online for books and still support your local bookstore
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
