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
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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)
Chatham Celebrates America 250: Community Celebration on June 27
Chatham County is celebrating the 250th anniversary of signing the Declaration of Independence with a community celebration on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center, 1192 US-64-BR, Pittsboro, North Carolina. This is a free event. Festivities will include live music and performances, food trucks, vendors, displays and … [Read more...] about Chatham Celebrates America 250: Community Celebration on June 27
Franklinton Independence Day Celebration June 27
The Franklinton Independence Day Celebration takes place Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at the Franklinton Middle School Football Field, 224 Rams Way, Franklinton, North Carolina. Enjoy live music from Stonebrook Moonshine, food trucks, kids' games, family fun and fireworks. No alcohol, smoking, pets, personal fireworks or weapons are allowed. … [Read more...] about Franklinton Independence Day Celebration June 27
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers: $1 Original Double Steakburger Feb. 24
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has declared February 24, 2025, as National Steakburger Day! And they're celebrating with a big deal for burger lovers. The restaurant’s namesake Freddy Simon would have turned 101 on February 24, 2026. To celebrate its famous steakburgers and commemorate Freddy’s 101st birthday, Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is offering its famous … [Read more...] about Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers: $1 Original Double Steakburger Feb. 24
Watermelon Festival at Spring Haven Farm July 4-6: includes all-you-can-eat watermelon
Celebrate the 4th of July Weekend at Spring Haven Farm, 5306 Homer Ruffin RoadChapel Hill, North Carolina. The farm will be hosting its Watermelon Festival on July 4, 5, and 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. The cost is $14.95 for each person age 4 and older. Purchase tickets here. Enjoy all the farm activities, as well as all the watermelon you can eat! There will also be watermelon … [Read more...] about Watermelon Festival at Spring Haven Farm July 4-6: includes all-you-can-eat watermelon
Roxboro Fireworks July 5
The City of Roxboro, NC, in Person County, is hosting two 4th of July celebrations, a parade and a fireworks show. Independence Day Parade On Friday, July 4, 2025, at 10 a.m., there will be a 4th of July parade on Main Street. Bring your flags, wear your stars and stripes, and line the streets for one of Roxboro’s favorite holiday traditions. Fireworks City of Roxboro's fireworks show … [Read more...] about Roxboro Fireworks July 5
Chapel Hill’s 4th of July fireworks 2025
Chapel Hill's 4th of July Celebration returns to Southern Community Park, 1000 Sumac Road, Chapel Hill, on July 4th, 2025. Here's all the information. Please read on for a list of other 4th of July fireworks and celebrations around the Triangle. (To be added soon.) The event will take place Friday, July 4, 2025. Event parking starts at 7 p.m., and the fireworks display starts at 9 … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill’s 4th of July fireworks 2025
July 4th Food Truck Rodeo and Celebration at State Farmers Market
State Farmers Market, at 1201 Agriculture Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting a 4th of July Food Truck Rodeo and Celebration on Friday, July 4, 2025, from 4 to 9 p.m. The kid-friendly celebration will feature: You're encouraged to bring your own blankets or lawn chairs for a picnic-style evening. … [Read more...] about July 4th Food Truck Rodeo and Celebration at State Farmers Market
46th Annual Festival for the Eno July 4 & 5
Festival for the Eno, the annual music and arts festival that takes place at West Point on the Eno, takes place Friday, July 4, and Saturday, July 5, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. This is one of many 4th of July celebrations in the Triangle. The festival raises funds to protect and steward 7,500 acres of land, present educational programs and advocate for responsible development and … [Read more...] about 46th Annual Festival for the Eno July 4 & 5
