Onslow County Freedom Festival
Celebrating Fourth of July in Onslow County
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Independence Day Celebration at Historic Halifax
Musket firing, living-history demonstrations, and a special reading of the Declaration of Independence will combine to make this a Fourth of July to remember in the historic town of Halifax!
Capitol 250: North Carolina Freedom Fest
Experience the best of North Carolina with DNCR at Capitol 250: NC Freedom Fest!
Mebane Recreation July 4th Celebration
Enjoy an afternoon packed with food trucks, live music, inflatables, eating competitions, games, and plenty of family‑friendly fun.
250th Celebrate America
Lake Toxaway, North Carolina will celebrate the semi-quincentennial of America this July 4th with family fun, food, and entertainment.
250th Celebrate America Classic Wheels Show
This car show is in conjunction with the semi-quincentennial celebration taking place at the Lake Toxaway Community Center and North Toxaway Baptist church on July 4th, 2026.
250th Celebrate America Indoor Craft Show
This in-door craft show is in conjunction with the semi-quincentennial events being held at Lake Toxaway Community Center and North Toxaway Baptist Church on July 4th from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm.
July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza
Celebrate Independence Day with a full day of Wild West Family Fun at Tweetsie Railroad and the largest fireworks show in the High Country.
Independence Day Celebration at Hickory Ridge History Museum
Step into the past this Independence Day weekend at Hickory Ridge History Museum, where history comes to life with living history demonstrations, patriotic traditions, music, and more, honoring America’s founding.
Independence Day Celebration at Museum of the Waxhaws
Celebrate Independence Day with the Museum of the Waxhaws from 12–4 PM as we honor America’s 250th anniversary in true patriotic fashion!
Burlington Sock Puppets vs Danville Otterbots
Step back in time and celebrate America’s story at a truly unforgettable night at the ballpark!
Denton Antique Festival
Get ready for the 2026 Denton Antiques Festival!
Burlington Sock Puppets vs Danville Otterbots
Step back in time and celebrate America’s story at a truly unforgettable night at the ballpark!
Gladys Knight
The great ones endure, and Gladys Knight has long been one of the greatest.
ONE by ONE Community Portrait
Photographer Tom Strykowicz returns to the Greensboro History Museum, ready to turn his lens on you.
Straight No Chaser Beach Bash
If the phrase “male acappella group” conjures up an image of students in blue blazers, ties, and khakis singing traditional college songs on ivied campuses… think again.
Artist Talk for Embracing Tranquility
The show, Embracing Tranquility, will include an artist talk by Mark Kinsella and Jason Smith in the gallery on Saturday, July 11th at 4pm.
40th Annual Outdoor Rosen Sculpture Walk
Now in its 40th year at Appalachian State University, the Martin and Doris Rosen Outdoor Sculpture Competition and Exhibition celebrates An Appalachian Summer Festival tradition!
6th Annual Big Rock Kids Billfish Tournament
The Big Rock Kids Tournament brings the thrill of offshore sport fishing to the next generation of anglers in an action packed competition filled with excitement, teamwork, and unforgettable memories on the water.