Charming parades, food trucks, live music, crafts, classic cars, fireworks, and more!
The Ingles Independence Day Block Party returns on July 4 from noon to 10 p.m. in downtown Asheville’s South Slope. Enjoy live music, Ultimate Air Dogs shows, food trucks, and local vendors. Admission is free. More details at www.ashevilledowntown.org/events/independence-day-block-party.
Banner Elk
Banner Elk’s July 4 celebration begins with a charming small‑town parade at 11 a.m. down Main Street. The Party in the Park follows from noon to 3 p.m. with food vendors, games, and the popular Kiwanis duck races. While the town doesn’t host its own fireworks, nearby shows at Sugar Mountain and Beech Mountain Resorts begin after 9 p.m…