Celebrate the 4th of July at Party on Main Block Party. The party takes place on West Main Street in Downtown Durham, between Corcoran and S. Mangum. The party takes place Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 3 to 8 p.m. It's free to attend, but please register. This is a family-friendly event with DJs, food vendors and more. Those 21 and older are welcome to continue the celebrate at Primrose Bar … [Read more...] about Party on Main: 4th of July Block Party in Durham
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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
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…
Capitol 250: North Carolina Freedom Fest on July 4
The North Carolina State Capitol, at 1 East Edenton Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Capitol 250: North Carolina Freedom Fest on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a FREE family event. This downtown Raleigh celebration will complement a morning parade organized by the N.C. Department of Labor and evening fireworks at Dix Park organized by the City of … [Read more...] about Capitol 250: North Carolina Freedom Fest on 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
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
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
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
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
Carrboro 4th of July Celebration includes live music, People’s Parade, and the annual community reading of Frederick Douglass’ essay
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
