UPDATE: This event has been postponed, due to the extreme heat. Preservation Chapel Hill is hosting a Fourth of July Celebration on Saturday, July 4th, 2026. The free event takes place from 1 to 3 p.m. on the Horace Williams House Grounds, 610 East Rosemary Street, Chapel Hill, NC. Admission is free, but donations are welcome and greatly appreciated. Your contributions will support … [Read more...] about Postponed: Fourth of July Celebration with Preservation Chapel Hill
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Wendell 4th of July Fireworks July 2
The Town of Wendell is hosting its 4th of July fireworks celebration on Thursday, July 2, 2026, from 6 to 10 p.m., at Wendell Park, 601 West Third Street, Wendell. This free event features a bigger fireworks show for America 260, a concert from The Main Event Band, golf cart and bike parade, crowd performers. food trucks and more. Wendell Park will be closed beginning at 9 PM July 1, and all … [Read more...] about Wendell 4th of July Fireworks July 2
Morrisville’s July 2 Red, White & Boom!
The Town of Morrisville is celebrating Independence Day on Thursday, July 2, 2026, with Red, White & Boom! at Cedar Fork District Park, 228 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, North Carolina. The festival will take place from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., and will include live music, inflatables, face painting, food trucks, family-friendly games, and more. A fireworks show will conclude the … [Read more...] about Morrisville’s July 2 Red, White & Boom!
Fuquay-Varina Independence Day Celebration includes live music, food trucks, fireworks, World Cup watch party July 1
The Town of Fuquay-Varina is hosting its Independence Day Celebration on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. It will take place at South Park, 900 S. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina. Gates will open at 6 p.m. The splash pad will be open from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Learn more about Splash Pad membership and fees. Live music by Bounce will start at 6:30 p.m. There will be patriotic photo ops, giveaways and a … [Read more...] about Fuquay-Varina Independence Day Celebration includes live music, food trucks, fireworks, World Cup watch party July 1
Splash Bash in Apex July 31
The Town of Apex is hosting Splash Bash on Friday, July 31, 2026, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., to celebrate the end of National Park and Recreation Month. This is a FREE event at Pleasant Park, 3400 Pleasant Plains Road, Apex, North Carolina. Experience an evening full of play, community, and summertime fun at Pleasant Park. Everyone is invited to enjoy extended splash‑pad hours, outdoor games, … [Read more...] about Splash Bash in Apex July 31
Happy 250th Birthday, America! at New Hope Valley Railway
New Hope Valley Railway, also known as Triangle’s Train, is at 3900 Bonsal Road, New Hill, North Carolina, which is just 24 miles to the southwest of Raleigh. New Hope Valley Railway is celebrating America's 250th birthday on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. This is a fun, patriotic train ride the whole family will enjoy. The event will be taking place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Climb … [Read more...] about Happy 250th Birthday, America! at New Hope Valley Railway
All-American Festival with Fireworks in Selma June 29 (at new location)
The Town of Selma is hosting its annual All-American Festival on Monday, June 29, 2026, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. This free event takes place at Old North State Food Hall, 67 Jr. Road, Selma, North Carolina. Enjoy live music by On the Border (Eagles tribute band), food, family fun, vendors, fireworks and more. … [Read more...] about All-American Festival with Fireworks in Selma June 29 (at new location)
LEGO Store: Build a LEGO Stadium model for free and bring it home with you on June 28
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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 Stadium On Sunday, June 28, 2026, from 12 to 2 p.m. p.m., build a LEGO Stadium. While supplies last. This make and take event is intended for … [Read more...] about LEGO Store: Build a LEGO Stadium model for free and bring it home with you on June 28
52nd Raleigh Money Expo at NC State Fairgrounds — coin, paper money & stamp show June 26-28
Are you a coin or stamp collector? Or are you interesting in learning more? Then, the Raleigh Money Expo is for you! The Raleigh Coin Club is the Triangle's largest and longest-running coin club. Join them at the Raleigh Money Expo. The Raleigh Money Expo takes place at The Exposition Center, NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, from June 26 to 28, 2026. Admission is free. … [Read more...] about 52nd Raleigh Money Expo at NC State Fairgrounds — coin, paper money & stamp show June 26-28
It Takes a Village at Fletcher Park June 27: clothing and shoes giveaway for kids, more…
She Speaks Community Co. is hosting It Takes a Village: A Free Community Giveback Event on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 2 to 8 p.m., at Fred Fletcher Park, 821 Washington Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a chance to pick up free items for your children. It's free to attend. At this free event there will be: She Speaks Community Co. is a nonprofit organization with the goal of … [Read more...] about It Takes a Village at Fletcher Park June 27: clothing and shoes giveaway for kids, more…
