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
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Triangle 4th of July fireworks and celebrations 2026 — Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and many more
Wondering where to watch fireworks and celebrate the 4th of July in Raleigh and throughout the Triangle? Here are the answers! The biggest and best 4th of July fireworks and celebrations in the Triangle will be back in 2026! There are many fireworks shows taking place across the Triangle, including Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Wake Forest and more. There are also other festivals, celebrations and … [Read more...] about Triangle 4th of July fireworks and celebrations 2026 — Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and many more
Apex’s Fireworks Frenzy also includes a drone show in 2026
Apex is celebrating the 4th of July with Fireworks Frenzy on July 3, 2026. Due to the Salem Streetscape construction project, Old Fashioned Fourth of July event is cancelled for 2026. However, two of this event's most cherished features (the Parade of Wheels and Apex Fire Department Splash Down) will be moved to the Fireworks Frenzy event! In addition, Fireworks Frenzy will also include a drone … [Read more...] about Apex’s Fireworks Frenzy also includes a drone show in 2026
Wake Forest’s Independence Day Celebration: Fireworks, a children’s parade and Art in the Park
The Town of Wake Forest is presenting two days of 4th of July festivities in 2026! 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 Fireworks Spectacular Wake Forest is presenting a 4th of July fireworks show on Friday, July 3, 2026, at Heritage High School, … [Read more...] about Wake Forest’s Independence Day Celebration: Fireworks, a children’s parade and Art in the Park
Holly Springs Fireworks Show on July 5
Holly Springs is celebrating Independence Day with its annual fireworks show on Sunday July 5th, 2026. The celebration will take place from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Jefferson L. Sugg Farm at Bass Lake Park, 2401 Grigsby Avenue, Holly Springs, North Carolina. The celebration features live music, food and fireworks. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, or towels as the event is lawn seating. … [Read more...] about Holly Springs Fireworks Show on July 5
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
North Hills Kids — free weekly activities for preschoolers
North Hills Kids is back for spring of 2026! North Hill Kids will feature FREE themed kids' events every Tuesday from April 7 to May 12, 2026, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. The activities take place on The Commons, the green turf space next to Ben & Jerry's and Sunglass Hut. These activities are for preschool-aged children. Some activities have limited supplies. First come, first served. The … [Read more...] about North Hills Kids — free weekly activities for preschoolers
LEGO Store: Build a LEGO Star Wars N-1 Starfighter Mini Build and take it home with you on May 3
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LEGO Stores often host events during which customers can put together a small project and take it home. It's absolutely free to participate. These builds are provided especially for the in-store events. They are not available for purchase. LEGO Star Wars N-1 Starfighter On Sunday, May 3, 2026, from 12 to 2 p.m., build a Star Wars N-1 Starfighter Mini Build and take it home with you. It's … [Read more...] about LEGO Store: Build a LEGO Star Wars N-1 Starfighter Mini Build and take it home with you on May 3
Star Wars Day Celebration at Bricks & Minifigs Durham — LEGO Buy/Sell/Trade Store
Bricks & Minifigs is a store that lets you buy, sell and trade LEGOs and LEGO sets! If you're looking for a special piece to complete a set (or fulfill your own imaginative plan), or you have some LEGO sets that you're ready to part with, this is the place for you! It's at 3823 Guess Road, Durham, North Carolina. Follow them on Facebook for updates and events. A Galactic Extravaganza … [Read more...] about Star Wars Day Celebration at Bricks & Minifigs Durham — LEGO Buy/Sell/Trade Store
Crowder County Park: free nature programs, and more, in May
Crowder County Park, 4709 Ten Ten Road, Apex, is located on 33 acres of landscaped grounds and hardwood forests. Amenities include three playgrounds, three picnic shelters, a sand volleyball court, playfield, walking trails, an outdoor amphitheater and a 3-acre pond with a boardwalk and observation deck. Crowder County Park hosts many family events. Register for programs here. Space is limited … [Read more...] about Crowder County Park: free nature programs, and more, in May
