Fireworks, festivals and more: Where to celebrate the Fourth of July around Charlotte
It’s time to celebrate the most patriotic day of the year: the Fourth of July.
From fireworks shows to parties and parades, there are several events to celebrate the holiday in the Queen City all week long, before and after Independence Day.
So let freedom ring and get ready for fireworks! Here’s a list of events where you can celebrate the Fourth of July in and around Charlotte:
Cherryville Independence Day Celebration
Date: July 3
Time: 6-10 p.m.
Location: Rudisill Stadium, 401 E. 1st St, Cherryville, NC 28021
Cost: Free
The event will feature performances from The Swingin’ Medallions and DJ Johnny B, food and a fireworks display at the end of the night.The event will feature performances from The Swingin’ Medallions and DJ Johnny B, food and a fireworks display at the end of the night.
Field of Flags Summer Celebration
Date: July 3
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Lowe’s YMCA, 170 Joe Knox Ave., Mooresville, NC 28117
Cost: Free
The celebration includes a field of more than 800 American flags, live music from N-Spire, food trucks and fireworks. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to get a good view of the show. For the safety of guests, grills, pets, sparklers and outside fireworks are not permitted.
Fort Mill Independence Day Celebration
Date: July 3
Time: 6-9:30 p.m.
Location: Fort Mill Amphitheater at Walter Elisha Park, 345 N. White St., Fort Mill, SC 29715
Cost: Free
Head to Fort Mill to celebrate the Fourth with food trucks, fireworks, roving entertainment and children’s activities. Pets and outside food are not allowed, but water can be brought into the event.
Statesville Fireworks Celebration
Date: July 3
Time: 9:30 p.m.
Location: Statesville Soccer Complex, 2012 Simonton Rd, Statesville, NC 28625
Cost: Free
Guests are encouraged to arrive early to get a good view of the fireworks show, hosted by the City of Statesville. Viewing locations include the soccer complex, Signal Hill Mall and King of the Sea Restaurant.
Harrisburg July 4th Celebration
Date: July 3-4
Time: 4-10 p.m. on July 3, and 9 a.m.-11 p.m. on July 4
Location: Harrisburg Park, 191 Sims Pkwy, Harrisburg, NC 28075
Cost: Free, but there are fees for rides
Two days of fun with a There will be fireworks show each night, nearly 30 amusements, food vendors and live music. Shuttles will be provided between 5 p.m.-midnight each night. Parking will be available at Oak Grove Baptist Church, Z-Max Boulevard, 600 Racing and Harris Depot Park.
Oakboro 4th of July Celebration
Date: July 3-4
Time: 6-11:30 p.m.; 9 a.m.-midnight
Location: Downtown Oakboro, 320 College St., Oakboro, NC 28129
Cost: Free
Festivities include a parade on the morning of the Fourth the Miss Stanly County Fire Queen Pageant, carnival rides, live music, a BBQ lunch and fireworks.
Whitewater Center Fourth of July Celebration
Date: July 3-4
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m. on July 3; and 8 a.m.-8:30 p.m. on July 4
Location: U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28214
Celebrate Independence Day at the Whitewater Center’s two-day holiday event. The free outdoor festival will feature live music, the Tread, White and Blue 5K Trail Race and the chance to go rafting, ziplining and climbing through the evening.
Matthews Independence Day Celebration
Date: July 3-4
Time: 9 p.m. on July 3, and 5-9 p.m. on July 4
Location: Mecklenburg County Sportsplex at Matthews, 2425 Sports Pkwy, Matthews, NC 28105; Stumptown Park, 120 S. Trade St., Matthews, NC 28105
Cost: Free
Start with the Fireworks Spectacular at the Sportsplex on Wednesday, then Head to Stumptown Park on the Fourth for food trucks, beer, live music, activities for children and patriotic fun. No pets or outside alcohol are allowed at either event.
Carowinds Star-Spangled Nights Fireworks Spectacular
Date: July 3-4
Time: 9:30 p.m.
Location: 14523 Carowinds Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28273
Take in the views of a fireworks show from where the Carolinas come together at Carowinds’ Star-Spangled Nights Fireworks Spectacular. On Wednesday and Thursday night, the amusement park will host a special display synchronized with patriotic music.
4th of July at Birkdale Village
Date: July 4
Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Location: 8712 Lindholm Dr #202, Huntersville, NC 28078
Cost: Free
Head over to Birkdale Village for a special 4th of July block party and bike parade. Enjoy face painting, balloon twisters, magicians and more at the free, family-friendly holiday event.
Dallas Fourth of July Celebration
Date: July 4
Time: 5-10 p.m.
Location: Cloninger Park, 305 W. Church St, Dallas, NC 28034
Cost: Free
Guests can expect live performances from the Ben Gatlin Band and The GIFTT and plenty of food. Fireworks are scheduled to begin shortly after 9 p.m.
Indian Trail July 4th Parade
Date: July 4th
Time: 11:30 a.m.
Location: Indian Trail Road
Cost: Free
Wear red, white and blue and enjoy a parade with floats, walkers and more.
Stanley 4th of July Fireworks
Date: July 4
Time: 9:30-10 p.m.
Location: Harper Park, 301 Blacksnake Rd., Stanley, NC 28164
Cost: Free
Bring your chairs or blanket and watch fireworks from the park.
Stars & Stripes on Main
Date: July 4
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Downtown Mooresville
Cost: Free
Head to the annual Stars and Stripes on Main Parade in the heart of downtown Mooresville and witness “sea of red, white and blue” floats and performers to honor our nation’s legacy.
Unionville 4th of July Celebration
Date: July 4
Time: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Location: Unionville Elementary School, 4511 Unionville Rd., Monroe, NC 28110
Cost: Free
The celebration will include live music performances, a parade, classic car and truck show, antique tractor show, chicken barbecue and plenty of rides and games.
Waxhaw Independence Day Celebration
Date: July 4
Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Location: Downtown Waxhaw
Cost: Free
The Town of Waxhaw is hosting its annual Independence Day parade, featuring floats, bands and horses.
Angry Ale’s Merica’s Deck Party
Date: July 4-6
Time: 11 a.m.-2 a.m. on July 4-5; 10 a.m.-2 a.m. on July 6
Location: 1518 Montford Dr, Charlotte, NC 28209
Cost: Free
Raise a glass and celebrate the holiday all weekend long at Angry Ale’s July 4th Celebration. The bar’s Merica’s Deck Party kicks off Thursday and runs through Saturday with festive cocktails, games, music from DJ Uncle Sam and more.
Rock Hill 4th of July Celebration
Date: July 4
Time: 12-9 p.m.
Location: Downtown Rock Hill
Cost: Free
The itinerary for the event includes a fireworks display, rides, water slides, food trucks, a beer garden and live music.
Merchant & Trade’s Red, White and Views
Date: July 4
Time: 2 p.m.-midnight
Location: 303 S Church St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Cost: Free
Merchant & Trade is hosting a special 4th of July party with a lineup of DJs from the Radical Grove Collective all day long. The rooftop bar’s Red, White and Views party will also feature special cocktails, a s’mores station and a photo booth for guests 21 and older.
City of Gastonia Fourth of July Celebration
Date: July 4
Time: 5-9:30 p.m.
Location: Rotary Centennial Pavilion, 107 N. South St., Gastonia, NC 28052
Cost: Free
Head to downtown Gastonia on the Fourth for food trucks, a beer garden, vendors, live music, a free KidsZone and fireworks to cap the night off. If you’re really hungry, you can try your hand at a habanero wing eating contest.
Dallas Fourth of July Celebration
Date: July 4
Time: 5-10 p.m.
Location: Cloninger Park, 305 W. Church St, Dallas, NC 28034
Cost: Free
Guests can expect live performances from the Ben Gatlin Band and The GIFTT, and plenty of food. Fireworks are scheduled to begin shortly after 9 p.m.
Red, White & Belmont
Date: July 4
Time: 6-10 p.m.
Location: Stowe Park, 24 S. Main St, Belmont, NC 28012
Cost: Free
Enjoy selections from local food trucks, get down to DJ and live music performances before ending the night with a dazzling fireworks display in downtown Belmont.
Revolutionary Fourth in Kings Mountain
Date: July 4
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Deal Park, 11 North Cleveland Ave., Kings Mountain, NC 28086
Cost: Free
Inflatable bounce houses, face painting and a balloon artist are just some of the activities offered at the event. Attendees can also enjoy live music, food vendors and a special reenactment of the Battle of Kings Mountain before the fireworks begin.
Independence Day at Atrium Health Ballpark
Date: July 4
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Atrium Health Ballpark, 1 Cannon Baller Wy, Kannapolis, NC 28081
Cost: Game ticket prices vary
The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers game against the Fayetteville Woodpeckers will feature a Fourth of July celebration and fireworks after the game.
Lincolnton 4th of July Celebration
Date: July 4
Time: 6:30
Location: Downtown Lincolnton
Cost: Free
Parade festivities include a spray zone for kids before and a fireworks show after that can be viewed anywhere in downtown Lincolnton.
SkyShow Fireworks Spectacular
Date: July 4
Time: 6:35 p.m.
Location: Truist Field, 324 S Mint St, Charlotte, NC, 28202
Cost: Game ticket prices vary
Ring in Independence Day with a night of baseball and fireworks at the annual SkyShow FireWorks Spectacular. The annual event — one of the largest fireworks displays in the region — will be held at Truist Field after the Charlotte Knights take on the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp. You can continue the fun at Friday night’s game at Uptown BOOM! with more live music, pregame entertainment and fireworks.
This story was originally published July 1, 2024 at 5:00 AM.
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