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Morrisville’s July 2 Red, White & Boom!

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Jody Mace
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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 evening.

The festival is free, but please bring money for the food trucks, games and activities.

Activities & Entertainment

  • Inflatables – $20 for an unlimited access wristband (no cash sales). Sales will end at 8 p.m.
  • Face Painting
  • LED Hoop Performer
  • Food Trucks
  • Balloon Twisters
  • Music & MORE!

Parking & Shuttles

  • There is NO on‑site parking for this event.
  • Free shuttles will run continuously from 808 Aviation Pkwy and 909 Aviation Pkwy to Cedar Fork District Park.
  • Riders will be dropped off inside the park; after the event, all return shuttles will pick up on Aviation Parkway, near the park’s main entrance.
  • The last shuttle into the park leaves at 8:45 p.m. Shuttle service back to 808 and 909 Aviation Parkway will resume after fireworks have ended.
  • Limited accessible parking will be available on‑site on a first‑come, first‑served basis.

Greenway Access

  • The Crabtree Creek Greenway will remain open. If you live nearby, consider walking or biking to help reduce traffic and congestion.

Stay Cool & Prepared

  • Bring refillable water bottles for the free water station.
  • Coolers are recommended for keeping drinks cold.
  • Pack blankets and chairs for comfortable seating.
  • No grills, alcohol, drone or personal fireworks allowed.
  • It’s recommended that you leave dogs at home due to heat and loud noises.

Fireworks

  • The fireworks show will begin around 9 p.m. and wrap up by 9:30 p.m.

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Cedar Fork District Park, Morrisville

228 Aviation Parkway
Morrisville, NC

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