Celebrate our Independence Day in the Triangle!

Believe it or not, the most anticipated weekend of the summer is here!  After waiting for over a year, our favorite Triangle 4^th of July events are back and promise to be better than ever!  We are fortunate to live in a community that celebrates everything about our Independence Day and all the sacrifices that have been made by so many men and women in the creation of our great nation.

Here are the most popular events in the Triangle throughout this 4^th of July weekend:

July 3^rd

July 3rd Morrisville Family Fun Festival – Town Hall Drive, Morrisville

·        4:00 pm – 9:00 pm.

·        Bring the whole family for an afternoon and evening of carnival-like entertainment, local food trucks, prizes, small-business shopping opportunities, live music, and a laser light show to conclude the festivities. 

July 4^th

4th of July Fireworks in Chapel Hill – Southern Community Park, Chapel Hill

·        Event parking will begin at 7:00 pm and the fireworks are scheduled for 9:20 pm.

·        The Chapel Hill fireworks are back!  There won’t be live music this year but the show itself promises to be well worth the wait!

Reading of Frederick Douglass' "What, To The Slave, Is the Fourth of July?" –    Town Commons, Carrboro

·        12:00pm.

·       Bring the kids to the annual reading of Frederick Douglass’ famous essay, followed by a live concert, beginning at 2:00 pm.  The event will also be live-streamed if you’re planning on staying at home!

The Town of Cary Presents Independence Day Celebration – Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Cary

·        5:30 pm – 10:00 pm (approximate time), with gates opening at 3:30 pm. 

·        Enjoy an evening of music and fireworks while relaxing picnic style at the Amphitheatre!  The music will begin at 5:30, with the firework show capping off the evening at about 9:25, over Symphony Lake.  There will be plenty of food and beverages for purchase. 

Children's Independence Day Parade – Durham Central Park, Durham

·        Beginning at 9:30 am – 11:30 am. 

·       Bring the entire family to the park and kick off your holiday at the annual Independence Day Children’s Parade!  Make sure to arrive early if you want the kids to be able to decorate their bikes, wagons, etc. before the parading begins!

Durham Bulls July 4th Celebration – Durham Bulls Athletic Park, Durham

·        The game begins at 6:05 pm, with Fireworks beginning after the ballgame at approximately 9:15 pm. 

·        Does it get more American than a baseball game and fireworks?  Celebrate the holiday at the baseball diamond and enjoy a festive firework display immediately following!  If you’re interested in the fireworks but would prefer to skip the game itself, the gates will open for general admission following the end of the 7^th inning. 

72nd Annual Watts-Hillandale Fourth of July Parade and Celebration – Oval Drive Park, Durham

·        Beginning at 10:00 am.

·        Enjoy the oldest Independence Day celebration in Durham!  The 72-year tradition kicks off at 10:00, with preparations beginning at 8:00.  Enjoy the historic parade, along with the hundreds of flags hung from the trees to honor our country, all 50 states, and our military. 

4th on the Farm Music Festival – Old Mill Farm, Durham

·        12:00 pm – 8:00 pm, with general admission being $25 per car. 

·        Enjoy a day at the farm with live music, beer, wine, food, BBQ, and animals!  Purchasing tickets in advance is strongly encouraged and each paid admission is good for one of three 2-hour time slots, beginning at 12:00, 3:00, or 6:00.  Everyone in attendance will also be provided with feed for the animals and sparklers. 

Raleigh 4th of July Fireworks – Carter-Finley Stadium and PNC Arena Complex, Raleigh

·        9:30 pm to 10:00 pm (the fireworks are expected to last 20-22 minutes).

·        Pack a late-night picnic and head to the PNC Arena for the anticipated Raleigh fireworks!  The gates will be opening at 6:00 pm for free parking. 

Star Spangled Block Party – Brier Creek Commons, Raleigh

·        Beginning at 8:00 pm.

·        Get to the block party and enjoy a live DJ from 8:00 – 9:00, with the area’s largest firework display, immediately following (after dark)!  There will also be giveaways throughout the night. 

NC State Capitol July 4th Celebration – The NC State Capitol, Raleigh

·        12:00pm – 3:00pm.

·        A historic, and free, event presented by the capitol.  Witness a reading of the declaration of independence, a wreath-laying, by the Sons of the American Revolution, in front of the George Washington monument, and live music throughout.  There will also be free, self-guided tours of the capitol for families to take advantage of!

Throughout the Weekend

July 4th Weekend Laser Light Show – Durham County Memorial Stadium, Durham

·        Saturday, July 3^rd, and Sunday, July 4^th at 9:00pm.

·        Enjoy a festive laser light show, in the comfort of your car!  This drive-in-style show will also feature accompanying music that can be listened to through your radio.  While the event is free, pre-registration is required due to capacity limits.

42nd Annual EnoFest – West Point on the Eno, Durham

·        Saturday, July 3^rd, and Sunday, July 4^th from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.  Tickets for adults are $25 per day or $40 for the weekend.

·        Quite possibly the most anticipated 4^th of July event throughout the Triangle each year!  Enjoy an eventful weekend on the river with a continuous lineup of live music (on 4 different stages!), a craft show, an abundance of food and drinks, and so much more!

Life in the Triangle is officially starting to feel back to normal and this holiday weekend will be the perfect opportunity to reconnect with loved ones and the community!  Whether you celebrate throughout the area, or you choose a more intimate celebration at home, we wish you a happy Independence Day and hope your family is able to make memories to last the years that lie ahead!

WISHING YOU ALL A HAPPY & SAFE 4TH OF JULY WEEKEND.

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