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…
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Rolesville Fourth: Fourth of July Fireworks, live music more…
Rolesville is holding their Fourth of July celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026, 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 more…
Garner Independence Day Celebration will include live music (but not NC Symphony), fireworks, and more
Garner is holding its Independence Day celebration on Friday, July 3, 2026, at Lake Benson Park, 921 Buffaloe Road, Garner, North Carolina, from 5 to 10 p.m. This is a free event. Due to the forecast of extreme temperatures, the North Carolina Symphony is unable to perform at the Celebration. "The North Carolina Symphony is sorry that we will be unable to perform at the Garner Independence Day … [Read more...] about Garner Independence Day Celebration will include live music (but not NC Symphony), fireworks, and more
25 free and cheap things for kids to do in the Triangle during summer break 2026
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Ready to have some fun? Here's a list of free and inexpensive things for kids to do during summer break of 2026. Have you subscribed to Triangle on the Cheap by email? It's the best way to stay up to date on the free and cheap goings-on. Also, follow us on Facebook. What else should be on this list? Let us know and we might add it! Also, make sure to check out list of summer camps in the … [Read more...] about 25 free and cheap things for kids to do in the Triangle during summer break 2026
July 3rd Celebration at Downtown Cary Park
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
Clayton’s Independence Day Fireworks July 3
The Town of Clayton's Independence Day Fireworks will be launched from Clayton Middle School, 490 Guy Road, Clayton, North Carolina, on Friday, July 3, 2026. This event will be fireworks only and not held in conjunction with the Square to Square Street Festival (which will take place June 6 this year.) There will be no additional activities on site. The start time and other details have … [Read more...] about Clayton’s Independence Day Fireworks 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
Apex’s Fireworks Frenzy July 3: 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 July 3: also includes a drone show in 2026
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
Moth Night at Hollow Rock Nature Park on July 11
The Durham County Open Space Program invites the community to enjoy the beauty, diversity, and ecological importance of moths during an upcoming partnership event with the North Carolina Biodiversity Project. Moth Night takes place Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 8 p.m., at Hollow Rock Nature Park, 692 Erwin Road, Durham, North Carolina. Please RSVP so that staff can properly prepare for all … [Read more...] about Moth Night at Hollow Rock Nature Park on July 11
