ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Independence Day events across Asheville and Western North Carolina include fireworks shows, parades, live music, community celebrations and history programs tied to America’s 250th anniversary.
Events are scheduled in Asheville, Weaverville, Hendersonville, Waynesville, Brevard, Canton, Maggie Valley, Lake Junaluska, Hot Springs, Marshall, Montreat, Marion, Boone, Cherokee and other mountain communities.
Here’s a look at some of the Fourth of July events and fireworks shows planned across the region.
Fireworks and large celebrations
Independence Day Block Party
South Slope, Asheville
Saturday, July 4, noon-10 p.m. | Free admission
The Independence Day Block Party is scheduled on July 4th in Asheville’s South Slope. The event includes music at Asheville Yards, live entertainment at Banks Avenue and Buxton Avenue, food and marketplace vendors, Dock Dogs, a car show on Coxe Avenue and fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
Independence Day Celebration at North Buncombe Fields
North Buncombe Fields, Weaverville
Saturday, July 4, 5 p.m. | Free admission
Buncombe County Parks & Recreation will hold its Independence Day celebration at North Buncombe Fields in Weaverville. The event includes live music from the Fuzzy Peppers and Mission Accomplished, food trucks, face painting and fireworks after dark, around 9:15 p.m.
Parking will be available at North Buncombe High School, 890 Clarks Chapel Road in Weaverville. Fireworks will be launched from the northwest end of North Buncombe Fields.
The county previously held its Independence Day event at Lake Julian Park, but there will be no Independence Day events at Lake Julian Park this year because of access issues related to construction in the area.
Hendersonville 4th of July Celebration + Parade
Main Street, Hendersonville
Saturday, July 4 | Free admission
Hendersonville’s 4th of July Celebration schedule includes a pledge of allegiance, parade, reading of the Declaration of Independence, an ice cream social, Heritage Museum events, live music, an America 250 ceremony and fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
Hot Springs 4th of July Celebration & Fireworks
Hot Springs
Saturday, July 4 | Free admission
Hot Springs is scheduled to hold its Fourth of July celebration and fireworks show on Independence Day. Check the town’s event page for schedule details, viewing information and weather updates.
Freedom on the French Broad
Marshall
Friday, July 3 | Free admission
Freedom on the French Broad is scheduled for July 3 in Marshall. The event includes a ‘Honoring our Heroes’ reading of America’s founding documents on the historic courthouse steps in Downtown Marshall, starting at 3:30 pm. Starting at 4pm, a lineup of music and fireworks is scheduled on Blannahasset Island.
July 4 Plus 1
Canton
Saturday and Sunday, July 4-5 | Free admission
July 4 Plus 1 is a two-day event celebrating Independence Day with activities and community programming.
Backyard Fourth Fireworks
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds, Maggie Valley
Saturday, July 4 | Free admission
Backyard Fourth Fireworks is scheduled for Saturday, July 4 at the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds. Check the event listing for timing, parking and viewing details.
Marion Independence Day Celebration
Marion
Saturday, July 4 | Free admission
Marion’s Independence Day Celebration includes Fourth of July activities in downtown Marion. Check the event listing for schedule and fireworks information.
Parades, community events and daytime activities
Asheville Independence Day 5K
Pack Square Park, Asheville
Saturday, July 4, 8-10 a.m. | Registration required
The Asheville Independence Day 5K race starts and ends at Pack Square Park and is capped at 700 participants.
Fourth of July Celebration
Montreat
Saturday, July 4 | Free admission
Montreat’s Fourth of July Celebration schedule includes the annual Gait Race 5K, a flag raising, parade, ice cream social, lawn games, afternoon activities, silent auction and Big Circle Mountain Dance.
Waynesville’s Stars & Stripes Celebration
Downtown Waynesville
Saturday, July 4 | Free admission
Waynesville’s Stars & Stripes Celebration schedule includes a Kids Parade at 11am and a patriotic concert by the Haywood Community Band at 2pm.
July 4th in Downtown Weaverville
Downtown Weaverville
Saturday, July 4 | Free admission
Downtown Weaverville’s Fourth of July celebration includes family-friendly activities, plus a performance by SNAP the Band. There is a fireworks display scheduled to begin around 9:15pm, launched from the Weaverville Primary School ballfield.
Heart of Brevard 250 Celebration
Brevard
July 3 – 4 | Free admission
The Heart of Brevard 250 Celebration is part of the area’s Independence Day and America 250 activities. The family-friendly event includes a reading of the Declaration of Independence, car show, bike parade, live music, old time street dance, and fireworks display.
Boojum’s Beach Bash
Lake Logan, Canton
Saturday, July 4 | Ticketed
Boojum’s Beach Bash is scheduled at Lake Logan in Canton.
Boone 4th of July Parade
Downtown Boone
Saturday, July 4 | Free admission
Boone’s Fourth of July Parade is scheduled for July 4 in downtown Boone. A fireworks display is scheduled later in the evening in Clawson-Burnley Park.
Lake Junaluska and Cherokee events
A Week of Independence Celebrations at Lake Junaluska
Lake Junaluska
Sunday-Saturday, June 28 – July 4 | Prices vary
Lake Junaluska is scheduled to host a week of Independence Day events with a full schedule of family-friendly activities, including holiday programming around the lake.
Cherokee 4th of July PowWow
Cherokee
Friday-Sunday, July 3-5 | Ticketed
The Cherokee 4th of July PowWow is scheduled for July 3-5 in Cherokee. The event includes dance, music, arts and vendors.
History and America 250 events
Chimney Rock 4th of July Celebrations: The North Carolina State Flag: First in Freedom
Chimney Rock State Park
Saturday, July 4 | Park admission applies
Chimney Rock State Park is scheduled to host a program about the North Carolina state flag and the “First in Freedom” phrase as part of its Fourth of July programming.
Chimney Rock 4th of July Celebrations: Freedom Folk Music at the Chimney
Chimney Rock State Park
Saturday, July 4 | Park admission applies
Freedom Folk Music at the Chimney is scheduled for Saturday at Chimney Rock State Park. The program is part of the park’s Independence Day activities.
Chimney Rock 4th of July Celebrations: Revolutionary Games for America’s 250th
Chimney Rock State Park
Saturday, July 4 | Park admission applies
Revolutionary Games for America’s 250th is scheduled for Saturday at Chimney Rock State Park. The event is part of the park’s Fourth of July programming.
Pioneer Day
Gateway Museum and Heritage Center, Old Fort
Saturday, July 4 | Free admission
Pioneer Day is scheduled at the Gateway Museum and Heritage Center in Old Fort. The event includes history-focused activities connected to early life in the region.
Hamilton film screening
Pack Memorial Library, Asheville
Date and time vary | Free admission
Pack Memorial Library is scheduled to host a screening of “Hamilton” as part of Independence Day and America 250 programming. Check the library calendar for time and registration details.
Before you go
Event details are subject to change. Some events may be delayed, rescheduled or canceled because of weather or other conditions. Check official event listings for the latest updates before attending.