The Charlotte area is gearing up for a packed Fourth of July weekend filled with fireworks, family-friendly festivals, and patriotic celebrations. From baseball games to block parties, here’s where you can celebrate Independence Day in and around Charlotte.
Fourth of July Events and Fireworks Near Charlotte
Independence Day Extravaganza at Atrium Health Ballpark – July 3
- Location: 1 Cannon Baller Way, Kannapolis, NC
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Cost: Game ticket prices vary
- Kannapolis Cannon Ballers game followed by a post-game fireworks show
Matthews Independence Day Celebration – July 3
- Location: Stumptown Park, 120 S. Trade St., Matthews, NC
- Time: 5 p.m.
- Cost: Free
- Food trucks, beer, live music, kids’ activities, and patriotic fun
SkyShow Fireworks Spectacular – July 3
- Location: Truist Field, 324 S. Mint St., Charlotte, NC
- Time: 6:05 p.m.
- Cost: Game ticket prices vary
- Charlotte Knights game followed by one of the region’s largest fireworks shows
Whitewater Center Fourth of July Celebration – July 3-4
- Location: U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC
- Time: 8:30 a.m.
- Cost: Free
- Two-day outdoor festival with live music, yoga, and the Tread, White and Blue 5K Trail Race
4th of July at Birkdale Village – July 4
- Location: 8712 Lindholm Dr., Huntersville, NC
- Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Cost: Free
- Festive block party, bike parade, face painting, magicians, and more
Carowinds Star-Spangled Nights – July 4
- Location: 14523 Carowinds Blvd., Charlotte, NC
- Time: 9:30 p.m.
- Cost: Free with park admission
- Stunning fireworks display visible throughout the park
Dallas Fourth of July Celebration – July 4
- Location: Cloninger Park, 305 W. Church St., Dallas, NC
- Time: 6 p.m.
- Cost: Free
- Live music by Chris Taylor & The Rumor, food, and fireworks at 9 p.m.
Gastonia Fourth of July Celebration – July 4
- Location: Rotary Centennial Pavilion, 107 N. South St., Gastonia, NC
- Time: 5 – 9:30 p.m.
- Cost: Free
- Food trucks, beer garden, vendors, KidsZone, live music, and fireworks set to patriotic music
Harrisburg July 4th Celebration – July 4
- Location: Harrisburg Park, 191 Sims Pkwy, Harrisburg, NC
- Time: 9:30 p.m.
- Cost: Free, fees for rides
- Nearly 30 amusements, food vendors, live music, and fireworks
Indian Trail July 4th Parade – July 4
- Location: Indian Trail Road
- Time: 10 a.m.
- Cost: Free
- Parade with patriotic floats, bands, and more
Liberty & Libations at Nuvole Rooftop TwentyTwo – July 4
- Location: 220 E Trade St, Suite 2200, Charlotte, NC
- Time: 8 p.m. – midnight
- Cost: Free, food and drink prices vary
- Celebrate with skyline views, live DJ, and food and drink specials
Lincolnton 4th of July Celebration – July 4
- Location: Downtown Lincolnton
- Time: 6:30 p.m.
- Cost: Free
- Parade, spray zone for kids, and fireworks viewable from anywhere downtown
Red, White, & Belmont – July 4
- Location: Stowe Park, 24 S. Main St., Belmont, NC
- Time: 6 – 10:30 p.m.
- Cost: Free
- Live music performances and fireworks display
Red, White & Boom – July 4
- Location: Downtown Rock Hill
- Time: 4 – 9 p.m.
- Cost: Free
- Live music, inflatables, food trucks, drinks, and fireworks to end the night
Revolutionary Fourth in Kings Mountain – July 4
- Location: Deal Park, 11 N. Cleveland Ave., Kings Mountain, NC
- Time: 6 p.m.
- Cost: Free
- Bounce houses, face painting, balloon artist, live music, food vendors, battle reenactment, and fireworks
Stanley Independence Celebration – July 4
- Location: Harper Park, 301 Blacksnake Rd., Stanley, NC
- Time: 6 p.m.
- Cost: Free
- Food trucks, inflatables, games, and fireworks
Unionville Fourth of July Festival – July 4
- Location: 1004 E. Unionville-Indian Trail Rd., Monroe, NC
- Time: 9 a.m.
- Cost: Free
- Live music, car show, rides, food, and games
Waxhaw Independence Day Parade – July 4
- Location: Downtown Waxhaw
- Time: 10 a.m.
- Cost: Free
- Annual parade with floats, bands, and horses
Reminder
Traffic and large crowds are expected at popular events. Arrive early for the best spots and check local event websites for possible weather-related changes.
