Celebrate the 4th of July
Whether you’re planning a party or looking for local events, we have everything you need to make your Independence Day celebration great!
Star Spangled Recipes
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Celebrations Around the State
Jun 6 – Jun 10
Mountains
American Association of University Women Brevard Annual Used Book Sale
McClarty-Goodson Hall, Brevard College
Jun 12 – Jun 13
Mountains
Educator Workshop: Methods of Teaching Environmental Education
Grandfather Mountain
Jun 13 – Jun 14
Piedmont
June Bloom Lavender Festival at Sunshine Lavender Farm
Sunshine Lavender Farm
Jun 20
Mountains
Mindfulness and Well-being Series: Yoga on the Mountain: Grounded and Grateful
Grandfather Mountain
Jun 12 – Jun 21
Mountains
Day Out With Thomas, Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll! tour at Tweetsie Railroad
Tweetsie Railroad
Jul 2
Mountains
Rosen-Schaffel Competition for Young and Emerging Artists
Rosen Concert Hall, Broyhill Music Center
Jul 4
Mountains
Independence Day Celebration at Hickory Ridge History Museum
Hickory Ridge History Museum
Jul 4
Mountains
250th Celebrate America
Lake Toxaway Community Center and North Toxaway Baptist Church
Jul 4
Mountains
250th Celebrate America Classic Wheels Show
North Toxaway Baptist Church Food Bank Parking Lot & Lake Toxaway Community Center
Jul 4
Mountains
250th Celebrate America Indoor Craft Show
North Toxaway Baptist Church Family Life Center & Lake Toxaway Community Center
Jul 14
Mountains
Catsman Foundation Global Film Series- Sentimental Value
Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts
Jul 21
Mountains
Catsman Foundation Global Film Series- Sirāt
Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts
Jul 25
Coast
Small Town, Big Celebration! Join Aurora, NC as we honor 250 years of American independence!
Town of Aurora all day event
Jul 28
Mountains
Catsman Foundation Global Film Series- Happy Birthday
Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts
Aug 1
Mountains
CoMMA presents Donna Washington: Fun, Foolery & Folktales
CoMMA Performing Arts Center
Oct 9 – Oct 11
Piedmont
EJ Snyder’s Uwharrie Bigfoot Survival and Outdoor Expo and Overlander Show
Camp Barnhardt
Tips for making your celebration memorable, delicious and safe
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10 Steps to Hostin’ a Pig Pick’n
Organizing a Carolina tradition doesn’t have to be complicated
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Baked beans for flavor fireworks!
Carolina Living
How to grill meats, fruits and vegetables
Grilling offers a convenient and heart-healthy way to prepare food, if done right.
Throughout 2026 we’re excited to recognize our nation’s 250th anniversary by sharing stories that highlight North Carolina’s unique contributions to American history.