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
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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
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
First Fridays at Eno Arts Mill: Focal Point: Orange on July 4
Eno Arts Mill is an arts hub in the historic Eno Mill, at 437 Dimmocks Mill Road, Suite 17, in Hillsborough. The space includes both artist studios and a gallery, and is managed by the Orange County Arts Commission. The First Friday of every month, Eno Arts Mill hosts First Fridays to celebrate the new exhibit. The visual art will be combined with poetry, music or other performances. In … [Read more...] about First Fridays at Eno Arts Mill: Focal Point: Orange on July 4
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
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
76th Annual Watts-Hillandale Fourth of July parade and Celebration in Durham
The 76th Annual Watts-Hillandale Fourth of July parade and Celebration will take place Friday, July 4th, 2025, at 10 a.m., at Oval Drive Park, 2200 W. Club Boulevard, Durham. This is Durham's oldest Fourth of July celebration. Learn about other 4th of July celebrations in the Triangle. The following information is provided by by the Watts Hospital-Hillandale Neighborhood … [Read more...] about 76th Annual Watts-Hillandale Fourth of July parade and Celebration in Durham
Clayton: Square to Square Independence Day Street Festival and Fireworks
The Town of Clayton's Square to Square Independence Day Street Festival and Fireworks will take place on Friday, July 4, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. Fireworks start at 9:15 p.m. Activities on Main Street will kick off at 6 p.m. with a bike parade. Kids of all ages can line up their decorated wheeled rides on Main Street in front of Horne Square for a ride down to Town Square to kick off the days … [Read more...] about Clayton: Square to Square Independence Day Street Festival and Fireworks
Rolesville Fourth: Fourth of July Fireworks, live music by Liquid Pleasure, more…
Rolesville is holding their Fourth of July celebration on Friday, July 4, 2025, 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 by Liquid Pleasure, more…
4th of July Celebration in Knightdale
Celebrate the 4th of July at the Fourth on First Celebration on Friday, July 4th, 2025, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N. First Avenue, Knightdale, North Carolina. Look for updates on the Facebook event. 4th of July Festivities … [Read more...] about 4th of July Celebration in Knightdale
