BullCity Freedom and Good Food Fest is a two-day event at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 3 to 9 p.m. each day. Both days are free to attend and feature: Look for updates on Savor Your City Festival's Facebook page. Friday Highlights Saturday Highlights Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, … [Read more...] about BullCity Freedom and Good Food Fest at Durham Central Park July 3 and 4
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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
4th of July at The Plant: Wagon parade, sprinklers, music, more…
Celebrate the 4th of July at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina. This free celebration takes place Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 2 to 8 p.m. The event includes: … [Read more...] about 4th of July at The Plant: Wagon parade, sprinklers, music, more…
Party on Main: 4th of July Block Party in Durham
Celebrate the 4th of July at Party on Main Block Party. The party takes place on West Main Street in Downtown Durham, between Corcoran and S. Mangum. The party takes place Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 3 to 8 p.m. It's free to attend, but please register. This is a family-friendly event with DJs, food vendors and more. Those 21 and older are welcome to continue the celebrate at Primrose Bar … [Read more...] about Party on Main: 4th of July Block Party in Durham
Brier Creek Star Spangled Block Party and Fireworks Show July 4
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
Fourth of July Celebration in Hillsborough: Together We Are America
The Town of Hillsborough is presenting Together We Are America July 4th Celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. This is a free event that will take place in River Park and at venues throughout Downtown Hillsborough, North Carolina. Programming includes a juried crafts market from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., live performances from 1 to 9 p.m., the "We the People" Parade, FREE … [Read more...] about Fourth of July Celebration in Hillsborough: Together We Are America
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
