Independence Day events
Jacksonville
- Camp Lejeune Marine Corps Base in Jacksonville will host its Fourth of July event Friday on base. It will feature a live music lineup including alternative rock band Switchfoot. The event is open to all Department of Defense cardholders. Gates open at 3 p.m.
Cary
- Cary is hosting an Independence Day event on Friday at the Koka Booth Amphitheater at 3:30 p.m. Only general admission is free.
Fayetteville
- The Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra will offer a free community concert on Friday at Festival Park. The concert starts at 7:30 p.m. and will end with fireworks.
Raleigh
- The city of Raleigh’s free firework show will be held Friday at the stadium complex around the Lenovo Center and Carter-Finley Stadium. It was previously held for years at Dix Park. The celebration will be all about the show in the sky, with no stage, vendors, or festival activities. Parking opens at 6 p.m. The fireworks will start at 9:30 p.m.
Durham
- Friday night, Durham Parks and Recreation will host fireworks following the Durham Bulls baseball game. It will be held at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park. First pitch is at 6:35 p.m. and the fireworks start at 9:15 p.m. If there’s severe weather, it may be rescheduled to Saturday.
Chapel Hill
- Fireworks will also be shown in Chapel Hill tonight at Southern Community Park. Attendees are encouraged to bring picnic supplies, like coolers, blankets, and chairs. The free event starts at 9:20 p.m.
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