Summer is in full swing around the Triangle, and there’s a lot of things to do. The United States is celebrating 250 years of independence and celebrations are happening all over North Carolina, but the fun doesn’t stop there. From summer festivals to movies in the park, there is something to do every day.
July 4 events in the Triangle area
WRAL has a full list of Fourth of July events and fireworks in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Apex, Knightdale, Garner, Clayton and more.
You can also find events in the Triangle specific to America 250 celebrations.
July 1-7
July 2: Midtown Beach Music – Free, live music at North Hills.
July 2-5: Cubing USA Nationals 2026 – A major competition bringing together hundreds of the top American speedcubers at the Raleigh Convention Center.
July 3: Carolina Theatre Company: Zombies – See it at Fletcher Opera Theater.
July 3: Devi Sri Prasada – Devi Sri Prasad, also known as DSP or Rockstar, plays at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium.
July 3: First Friday Market & Movie: Hamilton – Enjoy a market and outdoor movie in Raleigh’s Moore Square.
July 3: Movie Night: Independence Day – Catch the film at the Downtown Cary Park.
July 4: NC Courage v. Seattle Reign -The game is at WakeMed Soccer Park.
July 5: Madison Beer, The Locket Tour – The singer comes to Red Hat Amphitheater.
July 5: Harry Connick Jr. – See Harry Connick Jr. at DPAC.
July 7: Movie Night: National Treasure – Watch the movie at Pullen Park.
July 8-14
July 10: Sidecar Social Club, UNC Health Summerfest – See the show at Koka Booth.
July 10: Ne-Yo and Akon – The Nights Like This tour is at Coastal Credit Union Music Park.
July 10: Blackberry Smoke – See the southern rock band at DPAC.
July 10: Movie Night: Godzilla vs. Mothra – Catch the film at Moore Square in Raleigh.
July 10: Artwalk at Ackland Art Museum – The museum stays open late at UNC from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event is free.
July 10: Bands, Bites and Boats at Bond Park – One Friday a month, the Bond Park Boathouse hosts musicians, food trucks, and after-hours boat rentals.
July 11: Paul Simon – See the show at Coastal Credit Union Music Park.
July 11: An Evening with Wilco – The Chicago rock band plays DPAC.
July 11: Gladys Knight – See the “Empress of Soul” at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium.
July 11: Raleigh’s All-American Summer Festival – Food trucks, carnival games, a kids zone, cutest dog and hot dog eating contests, live music all day, games and more in Raleigh City Plaza.
July 11: NC Courage v. Washington Spirit – See the game at WakeMed Soccer Park.
July 11: Bastille Day Celebration – Travel to France without leaving Raleigh. Lafayette Village will have live bands, wine tastings, a French market and more.
July 11: Big Art Bash – Play your way through immersive art installations at Marbles Kids Museum. Prepare for wacky, creative and messy art experiences that are outside of the box.
July 11: The Market at Raleigh Iron Works – The market runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
July 11: Durham Summer Concerts in the Park – Concerts are from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and are free and open to the public.
July 11: The Glow Market – Local makers & small businesses, live music, food trucks and games at Pour Works. Dogs and families welcome.
July 12: Raleigh Underground Market – Shop the market at Midtown at North Hills.
July 12: Bull City Treasure Hunt – Durham Central Park will have music and over 40+ local vendors.
July 13: Nature Stories – This is a free program at the NC Museum of Art. Come dressed for the weather and prepared to take a walk. This event is for kids 7 and younger.
July 13: Storytime on the Roof – A family-friendly morning featuring books, songs and dancing under the summer sky.
July 14: The Princess Concert – This show at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium pay tribute to songs from Frozen, Wicked, K-Pop Demon Hunters, Moana, The Wizard of Oz, Beauty & The Beast and more.
July 14-19: The Notebook Musical – Part of the Broadway at DPAC series. Showtimes are Tues-Fri: 7:30 p.m., Sat: 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Sun: 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
July 15-22
July 16: Train – Drops of Jupiter: 25 years in the Atmosphere – See the show at Coastal Credit Music Park.
July 16: The Marvelous Miss Gender, Starring Bosco – See the drag performer at Fletcher Opera Theater.
July 16: Queering Our 250th – This lecture at City of Raleigh Museum will take a look at several lesser-known Americans from the Revolutionary era to show that sexuality and gender were being contested at the same time as our war for independence.
July 16-19: Oyster Fest at The Durham Hotel – Four nights of oysters, live music, and a shooter bar running Friday and Saturday.
July 17: Lindsey Stirling, Duality Untamed Tour – See the show at Red Hat Amphitheater.
July 17: Phish – See the rock band at Coastal Credit Union Music Park.
July 17-19: Dinosaur Adventure – From dinosaur rides and fossil digs to bounce houses and live dino encounters, this interactive dinosaur experience at the NC State Fairgrounds is one of the most exciting things to do with kids.
July 17: Movie Night: Finding Nemo – Watch the movie at the Downtown Cary Park.
July 17-19: KX Kid’s Consignment Sale – The large consignment sale is at the Jim Graham Building at the NC State Fairgrounds.
July 18: Tangled Vows – The theatrical experience follows three couples and explores the fragile balance between love, trust, communication, and commitment.
July 18: Pop-Up Raleigh Market – Trophy on Maywood has local art, vintage goods, craft beer, food trucks and more.
July 18: Raleigh Twilight Market – Featuring local vendors, a live DJ, food and drinks from Smoky Hollow!
July 18: Maker’s Market at Fenton – Shop this Cary market from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
July 18: Men’s Rugby, USA v. Spain – Catch the game at WakeMed Soccer Park.
July 18: Movie Night: Mufasa – See the film at Carroll Joyner Park in Wake Forest.
July 18: 11th Annual Blueberry Festival – Berry picking, bluegrass music, cider, wine, food, donuts, slushies and sunshine at Botanist and Barrel in Cedar Grove.
July 18: Farm to Fork Kids Fest – Marbles Kids Museum is transforming into a living, breathing farm-to-fork discovery zone.
July 19: Vishal-Sheykhar – See the show at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium.
July 20: Tori Amos – The NC-born artist plays DPAC.
July 21: Fun in the Sun Kids – A free multi-season series at North Hills offering playful learning, movement and outdoor fun for families.
July 22: Death Cab for Cutie – See the show at Coastal Credit Union Music Park.
July 23-31
July 23-26: GalaxyCon – A four-day festival of celebrities, artists, writers, voice actors, cosplayers, entertainers, creators, wrestlers, fan groups and panelists at the Raleigh Convention Center.
July 23: Buju Banton & Stephen Marley – See the show at Red Hat Amphitheater.
July 24: Ella Langley – The show at Cary’s Koka Booth features special guests Kaitlyn Butts and Laci Kaye Booth.
July 25: NC Courage v. Utah Royals – The game is at WakeMed Soccer Park.
July 25: Bikes, Burgers and Brews – Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson in Raleigh hosts an action-packed day of bikes, food, drinks, music, and more.
July 25: Splash Pad Bash – There will be a variety of fun games, giveaways, a DJ, and food trucks at Knightdale Station Park.
July 26: Taste of Soul – Food, desserts, vendors, kids activities, a DJ, live performances, axe throwing, basketball games, a mini car show and more in Raleigh City Plaza.
July 26: Durham Underground Market – Shop the market at Durham Central Park.
July 26: Bubble Festival – Expect delicious food trucks, classic treats like lemonade and cotton candy, face painting, live music, and hands-on activities that keep the energy high and the smiles nonstop at Moore Square.
July 28: Bob Dylan – The show is at Red Hat Amphitheater.
July 29: O.A.R.- See the band at Red Hat Amphitheater.
July 29: Toto, Christopher Cross + The Romantics – See the show at Coastal Credit Union Music Park.
July 31: NC Courage v. Orlando Pride – The game is at WakeMed Soccer Park.
July 31 – Aug 1: Beer Bourbon and BBQ Festival – Two great days of beer sippin’, bourbon tastin’, music listenin’, and barbeque eatin’. Your admission buys you a sampling glass for all-you-can-taste sampling of beer and bourbon.
The Lenovo Center is currently closed to events until mid-August for renovations.
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