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
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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
First Friday at CoLab July 3: Protest
The CoLab, at 14 Glenwood Avenue, Suite #17, Raleigh, North Carolina, is a supportive community of artists. CoLab holds many events, which you can find at thecolabraleigh.com. Here's is an event that's coming up. First Friday: ProtestFriday, July 3, 20266 to 11 p.m.Free Protesting is a collaborative, real world action that brings people together for a common cause, to get noticed by power … [Read more...] about First Friday at CoLab July 3: Protest
First Friday in Downtown Fuquay-Varina July 3
Fuquay-Varina Downtown Association presents First Friday in Downtown Fuquay-Varina the first Friday of the month, from 5 to 9 p.m. During this event, enjoy live music, local shopping, special deals and events. Explore the arts scene of Fuquay-Varina. July 3rd First Friday During the July 3, 2026, enjoy live music: First Fridays in 2026 … [Read more...] about First Friday in Downtown Fuquay-Varina July 3
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
Artspace First Friday
Artspace is a visual arts center at 201 East Davie Street which hosts diverse exhibitions, youth and adult art classes, team building, community outreach and more. You can find upcoming events on their website calendar, and you can find updates on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events First FridaySpecial events the first Friday of the month, scheduled … [Read more...] about Artspace First Friday
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
