Here’s a list of free fireworks shows in the Triangle for the July 4 weekend

Cities across the Triangle are hosting firework shows all week from Monday, June 30 to Saturday, July 5 for the Fourth of July holiday. Here’s a comprehensive list of events (most of them are free!) with need-to-know details.

Important: Whenever possible, please check the website for each event or venue prior to heading out to verify hours of operation (which can change) and to learn more about rain dates for outdoor events.

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Fireworks on June 30

Selma’s All American Festival: Selma is hosting its annual All-American Festival with food trucks, live music, games and fireworks.

• Time: 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
• Location: Blackstone/Ormond’s Plaza
• Cost: Free
• Website: johnstoncountync.org

Fireworks on July 1

Fuquay-Varina Independence Day Celebration: Fuquay-Varina is hosting its annual Independence Day celebration with a free concert, splash pads, food trucks and fireworks.

• Time: The gate opens at 6 p.m. and fireworks will start at around 9:15 p.m.
• Location: South Park
• Cost: Free
• Website: fuquay-varina.org

Mudcats for America Fireworks Show: The Carolina Mudcats, the single-A baseball team in Zebulon, are hosting a fireworks show after their game.

• Time: The game starts at 6:30 p.m. and fireworks will be after.
• Location: Five County Stadium
• Cost: Game tickets start at $14
• Website: milb.com/carolina-mudcats

Fireworks on July 2

Wendell Firework Show: Wendell is hosting its fireworks show at Wendell Park with food trucks and music.

• Time: Park opens at 6 p.m. and fireworks start at 9 p.m.
• Location: Wendell Park (Note: All arrivals must use Landing View Drive to approach the park, as other roads will be closed.)
• Cost: Free
• Website: townofwendellnc.gov/fireworks

Mudcats for America Fireworks Show: The Carolina Mudcats are hosting a fireworks show after their game.

• Time: The game starts at 6:30 p.m. and fireworks will be after.
• Location: Five County Stadium
• Cost: Game tickets start at $14
• Website: milb.com/carolina-mudcats

Fireworks on July 3

Mudcats for America Fireworks Show: The Carolina Mudcats are hosting a fireworks show after their game.

• Time: The game starts at 6:30 p.m. and fireworks will be after.
• Location: Five County Stadium
• Cost: Game tickets start at $16
• Website: milb.com/carolina-mudcats

Apex Fireworks Frenzy: Apex invites residents to come out and enjoy the firework frenzy. Fireworks will begin not long after their new drone light show.

• Time: Event starts at 5 p.m. and fireworks start at 9:30 p.m.
• Location: Hunter Street Park
• Cost: Free
• Webisite: apexnc.org

Garner July 3 Independence Day Celebration: Garner is hosting its Independence Day Celebration from 5-10 p.m. with fireworks following a performance by the North Carolina Symphony.

• Time: The fireworks start at 9:30 p.m.
  
  
• Location: Lake Benson Park
• Cost: Free
• Website: garnernc.gov
  
  

Morrisville Red, White, & BOOM!: The Morrisville event features games, food and live entertainment 5-9 p.m., ending with a fireworks show.

• Time: The fireworks will start after 9 p.m.
  
  
• Location: Cedar Fork District Park
• Cost: Free
• Website: morrisvillenc.gov

Wake Forest Fireworks Spectacular: The fireworks spectacular is a part Wake Forest’s annual Independence Day Celebration.

• Time: The gate opens at 5:30 p.m. and fireworks start at 9:30 p.m.
• Location: Heritage High School
• Cost: Free
• Website: wakeforestnc.gov

Independence Day Celebration at ZincHouse: The Durham winery and brewery is hosting a patriotic party from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. with live music, food, and fireworks.

• Time: The fireworks start at 9 p.m.
  
  
• Location: ZincHouse Winery and Brewery
• Cost: Free, but the event is 21+ only.
• Website: zinchouse.com

Smithfield Independence Day Celebration: Smithfield’s annual celebration will be 5-10 p.m. with food trucks, inflatables, live music and fireworks.

• Time: The fireworks start at 9:05 p.m.
  
  
• Location: Neuse River Amphitheatre
• Cost: Free
• Website: smithfield-nc.com
  
  

Fireworks on July 4

Town of Cary: The Independence Day Celebration will have music from the North Carolina Symphony and fireworks over Symphony Lake to end the evening.

• Time: Doors open at 3:30 p.m. and entertainment starts at 4:15 p.m.
• Location: Koka Booth Amphitheatre
• Cost: Free
• Website: boothampitheatre.com

Raleigh Fourth of July Fireworks: Raleigh invites residents to come and enjoy their fireworks show.

• Time: Parking opens at 6 p.m. and the fireworks start at 9:30 p.m.
  
  
• Location: Lenovo Center and Carter Finely Stadium area
• Cost: Free
• Website: raleighnc.gov

Brier Creek Star Spangled Block Party: The Star Spangled Block Party includes music, food and fireworks.

• Time: The event starts at 8 p.m. and the fireworks start after 9 p.m.
  
  
• Location: Brier Creek Commons Clock Tower
• Cost: Free
• Website: shopbriercreekcommons.com

Rolesville 4th Celebration: Rolesville is hosting its 4th Celebration 5-9:15 p.m. The event will include yard games, music and fireworks.

• Time: The fireworks start at 9:15 p.m.
  
  
• Location: Redford Place Park
• Cost: Free
• Website: rolesvillenc.com

Chapel Hill Red Bright & Blue: Chapel Hill’s annual show starts at 7 p.m.

• Time: The fireworks start at 9 p.m.
  
  
• Location: Southern Community Park
• Cost: Free
• Website: chapelhillarts.org

Durham 4th Celebration: The Durham Bulls will have a fireworks show after their game against the Norfolk Tides.

• Time: The game starts at 6:35 p.m. and the fireworks start at 9:15 p.m. Gates will open at the end of the 7th inning for fireworks show attendees.
• Location: Durham Bulls Athletic Park
• Cost: Tickets start at $16
• Website: milb.com/durham/tickets/fireworks

Clayton Square to Square Independence Fireworks: The town of Clayton will host its Square to Square Independence Day Festival 6-9 p.m. with a fireworks display shortly after.

• Time: The fireworks start at 9:15 p.m.
  
  
• Location: Downtown Clayton
• Cost: Free
• Website: townofclaytonnc.org

Fireworks on July 5

Roxboro Fireworks: The City of Roxboro will be hosting a fireworks show for the holiday.

• Time: Fireworks are set to start at dusk.
• Location: Pearson High School
• Cost: Free
• Website: facebook.com/cityofroxboro

Holly Springs Independence Day Celebration: The town is having a free evening filled with music, food games and fireworks as a part of their Independence Day Celebration.

• Time: The event starts at 6 p.m. and fireworks will start at 9:30 p.m.
• Location: Sugg Farm
• Cost: Free
• Website: hollyspringsnc.gov

Archer Lodge Family Fun Day: Archer Lodge is hosting their annual family fun day with live entertainment, a pageant, a parade and fireworks.

• Time:.The event starts at 3:30 p.m. with a fireworks show at 9:30 p.m.
• Location: Archer Lodge Community Center
• Cost: Free
• Website: archerlodge.org

This story was originally published June 30, 2025 at 11:54 AM with the headline "Here’s a list of free fireworks shows in the Triangle for the July 4 weekend."