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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77th Annual Watts-Hillandale Fourth of July parade and Celebration in Durham
The 77th Annual Watts-Hillandale Fourth of July parade and Celebration will take place Saturday, July 4th, 2026, 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 Association: It‘s … [Read more...] about 77th Annual Watts-Hillandale Fourth of July parade and Celebration in Durham
Kenly’s 4th of July Fireworks
Kenly 95 Petro, at 923 Johnston Parkway, Kenly, is hosting its annual 4th of July fireworks show, in conjunction with the Town of Kenly. The truck stop is right off of Exit 106 of I-95. Kenly is in Johnston County. It's about a 46 minute drive southwest of Raleigh, and is close to Smithfield and Selma. The fireworks will take place Saturday, July 4, 2026, at 9 p.m. They do draw a … [Read more...] about Kenly’s 4th of July Fireworks
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
Chapel Hill 4th of July drone show
This year, instead of the traditional fireworks show, Chapel Hill Community Arts & Culture will be presenting a 4th of July Drone Show on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 7 to 9:45 p.m., at Chapel Hill High School, 9217 Seawell School Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Technology meets creativity in this year’s drone show at Chapel Hill High School, presented by Skyworx. A collection of 300 … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill 4th of July drone show
First in Freedom July 4th Parade in Raleigh
North Carolina will celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary in a bold and patriotic way as the First in Freedom July 4th Parade marches through Downtown Raleigh on Saturday, July 4, 2026, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Serving as North Carolina’s signature America 250 celebration, the parade will honor both the rich history of the state and the enduring spirit of the nation. The event will bring together … [Read more...] about First in Freedom July 4th Parade in Raleigh
Free historical open house at Joel Lane Museum House on Independence Day — including free refreshments
Joel Lane Museum House, 160 South Saint Mary’s Street in Raleigh, has the mission of bringing American history to life. The Joel Lane House was built circa 1769 and today is an award-winning Heritage site. On Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 10 a.m. to at least 12 p.m., there will be a free open house in honor of Independence Day. (Please note that these are updated times, due to the extreme … [Read more...] about Free historical open house at Joel Lane Museum House on Independence Day — including free refreshments
Free fishing on July 4th in all public waters in North Carolina
July 4th is Free Fishing Day in North Carolina. Everyone in North Carolina, including visitors, can fish in any public body of water without the need for a license. North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission announced this event on Facebook. Other regulations, such as size limitations and lure restrictions, still apply. Use this fishing map to find public fishing spots. There are many … [Read more...] about Free fishing on July 4th in all public waters in North Carolina
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…
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
