Things To Do This July 4th 2023
It's a long weekend to unwind and have fun in Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas with these activities and things to do this July 4th.
Things To Do for 4th of July in Bald Head Island
July 4
4th of July Golf Cart Parade
- Register your golf cart for the parade here for only $20. Proceeds benefit Old Baldy Lighthouse and Smith Island Museum of History.
- Parade starts 10:00AM to 12:00PM. Carts line up at Marina Park.
- For additional details, visit their website.
Things To Do for 4th of July in Carolina Beach
June 30
Independence Day Fireworks by the Sea & Boardwalk Blast
Venue: Carolina Beach Boardwalk, Cape Fear Blvd and Carolina Beach Ave N, Carolina Beach, NC 28428
- FREE for spectators. Be sure to arrive early on the beach.
- Music: 6:30PM | Fireworks: 9:00PM | Event ends: 9:30PM
- For updates, visit their Facebook page here or call (910) 458-2977
July 1
Carolina Beach Farmers' Market
Venue: Carolina Beach Lake Park, Atlanta Avenue and Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC
- Free for spectators | Food, beverages and other local products are available for purchase
- Parking is located by the lake and on Lake Park Blvd
- 8:00AM-1:00PM
- See latest updates here.
July 2
Top Gun Maverick: Movies at the Lake
Venue: Carolina Beach Parks & Recreation, Atlantic Ave and S Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC
- FREE | Food, beverages, and more available for purchase
- Starts at Dusk: 8:45PM | Rated PG-13
Things To Do for 4th of July in Ocean Isle Beach
July 4
4th of July Parade
- Begins at 10AM and travels down E First Street.
- Check updates here.
Ocean Isle Beach Farmers' Market
- Runs from 1:00PM-5:00PM at 5 W Third Street.
4th of July Fireworks
- Begin at 9:15PM from the Ocean Isle Beach Pier
Things To Do for 4th of July in Oak Island - NC 4th of July Festival
July 1
Beach Day Youth Activities & Contests, Inflatable Rides, Food and Contests
Venue: Middleton Park Extension, 46th St & Dolphin Dr., Oak Island, NC
- Event starts 11:00AM and ends at 2:00PM
Beach Day Sand Sculpture Contest
Venue: 46th Street SE & Beach Drive Oak Island, NC
- Free for spectators | Event starts at 1:00PM
Welcoming Ceremony, Beach Day Concert with Carl Newton Review, and Shag Contest
Venue: Middle Park Extension, 46th St & Dolphin Dr, Oak Island, NC
- Ceremony starts at 5:45PM
- Concert and Contest starts at 6:00PM
Beach Day Town of Oak Island Anniversary Fireworks
Venue: Oak Island Pier, 705 Ocean Dr., Oak Island, NC
- Event starts at 9:00PM
July 4
Live Pro Wrestling
Venue: Middleton Park, SE 46th, Oak Island, NC
- from 3:00PM to 5:00PM
Uncle Sam Skydive
Venue: Oak Island Beachfront, Oak Island, NC
- 5:00PM
Things To Do for 4th of July in Southport - NC 4th of July Festival
June 30
Welcoming Ceremony, Reading of The Declaration of Independence, The Coastal Harmonizers
Venue: Fort Johnston Lawn, 203 E Bay St, Southport, NC
- Ceremony start at 6:00PM and the rest follows
July 1
38th Annual Fire Fighters Freedom Competition & Apparatus Expo
Venue: Nash St., Southport, NC
- Expo starts at 3:00PM
July 2
Children's Entertainment
Venue: Fort Johnston Lawn, 203 E Bay St., Southport, NC
- Program starts at 12:00NN and ends at 2:00PM
Arts & Crafts, and Food Concessions
Venue: Franklin Square Park, 130 E West St, Southport, NC
- Arts & Crafts: 1PM-6PM | Food Concessions: 1PM-7PM
July 4
Fourth of July Festival Parade
Venue: Moore and Howe St, Southport, NC
- Flag Raising Ceremony at 10:30AM
- Parade starts at 11:00AM
Waterfront Stage Entertainment
Venue: Southport Waterfront Park, Southport, NC
- Band music 6:00PM-10:00PM, stops at 9:00PM then resumes after the fireworks display
4th of July Fireworks
Venue: Southport Waterfront Park, Southport, NC
- Fireworks begin at 9:00PM
For more events and activities of the NC 4th of July Festival, visit their website here.
Things To Do for 4th of July in Surf City
July 3
Surf City's Annual Independence Day Celebration
Venue: Soundside Park, 517 Roland Ave., Surf City, NC
- Food trucks, music, and fireworks are in-store for everyone to enjoy.
- Boat ramp will be closed. Other options are Lewis Rd Access and Turkey Creek Access
- Parking is free after 6PM. Know more about the event here.
- For latest updates, check their social media page here.
Things To Do for 4th of July in Wilmington, NC
July 1
Riverfront Farmers' Market
Venue: Dock Street and S Front Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
- Free to enter. | 8:00AM to 1:00PM
- Visit their Facebook page here for latest updates and weather related info.
The Wilmington Farmers Market at Tidal Creek
Venue: Tidal Creek Co-op Café, 5329 Oleander Dr., Wilmington, NC 28403
- Free to enter. | 8:00AM until 1:00PM
- Stay updated by checking their Facebook page here.
July 2
HDWM Artisan Market
Venue: South Front Street and Dock Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
- Free to enter. | 10:00AM to 3:00PM
- Check their social media page here.
Stars & Stripes: NC Symphony
Venue: The Wilson Center, 703 N Third Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
- Tickets are for sale at $20 (plus fees and taxes) available for purchase here.
- 7:30PM | Doors open 6:30PM
July 2-3
Wilmington Sharks Baseball and Fireworks
Venue: Legion Sports Complex, 2149 Carolina Beach Road, Wilmington, NC 28401
- Enjoy the baseball game plus spectacular fireworks after each game.
- Online General Admission: $10 | reserved: $12 | Box Seats: $13
- Buy your tickets here.
- Times usually: Gates open 6:05PM | Game starts 7:05PM | or game starts 5:05PM
July 4
Hannah Block Historic USO Open House
Venue: Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center, 120 S Second St., Wilmington, NC 28401
- Feel the 1940s era while learning some fascinating U.S.A. history
- Have coffee and doughnuts for free. Some drinks available for purchase also
- FREE to attend. | 12:00PM to 5:00PM
4th of July Celebration and Fireworks
Venue: Wilmington Riverwalk, Riverside Historic Downtown, Wilmington, NC
- Free for spectators | Food and drink available for purchase | Cashless venue
- Entertainment begins at 5:00PM | Fireworks at 9:05PM to 9:25PM
Things To Do for 4th of July in Wrightsville Beach
July 3
Wrightsville Beach Farmers' Market
Venue: Wrightsville Beach Parks & Recreation, Seawater Lane, Wrightsville Beach, NC
- Free to enter. | 8:00AM to 1:00PM
- Check their social media for latest updates.
Have the liberty to go to your favorite events and enjoy!
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