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Celebrate Independence Day from the River to the Sea

It's a star-spangled Fourth of July with patriotic things to do from the river to the sea. Ooh and Aah at fireworks by the river or along a boardwalk, attend a baseball game, run a road race and hear live music.

Fireworks by the Sea and Boardwalk Blast

Independence Day Fireworks by the Sea & Boardwalk Blast

July 2
Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Independence Day Fireworks by the Sea & Boardwalk Blast takes place Friday, July 2. Jam out to live music outdoors at the Carolina Beach Boardwalk Gazebo Stage beginning at 6:30 p.m. Then, head to the beach shore to enjoy fireworks beginning at 9 p.m.

Raise the Flag Event Battleship NORTH CAROLINA

Raise the Flag Event

July 3 & 4
Battleship NORTH CAROLINA

Celebrate the nation's independence by having an American flag flown over the Battleship during the Raise the Flag Event at Battleship NORTH CAROLINA, and learning how to fold and display it correctly. The Friends of the Battleship will have flags available for a $40 donation or provide your own.

Fireworks

City of Wilmington 4th of July Fireworks

July 4
Downtown Wilmington

Plan a Fourth of July escape to Wilmington and enjoy the City of Wilmington 4th of July Fireworks along the historic downtown riverfront beginning at 9 p.m. Enjoy alfresco dining options, breweries along the Wilmington Ale Trail, specialty shops along the Wilmington Riverwalk and main streets, and all that historic downtown Wilmington has to offer.

Battle for Independence Road Race

July 4
The Pointe at Barclay

Start your day with the Battle for Independence Road Race along the Gary Shell Cross-City Trail. Choose from the one-mile or 5K race, don your red, white and blue, and hit the pavement for a fun and competitive race for all ages.

Wilmington Sharks Baseball Fireworks

Wilmington Sharks Baseball & Fireworks

July 2 & 3
Legion Sports Complex

Celebrate FIN-Dependence Day with special Independence Day Fireworks after the game with Wilmington Sharks Baseball & Fireworks. Bring the whole family to watch the Wilmington Sharks take on the Taraboro River Bandits or Edenton Steamers.

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