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DESCRIPTION:2026 NC 4th of July Festival: Celebrating 250 Years of Independ
 ence\nJune 28 – July 4\, 2026 | Southport\, North Carolina\n\nJoin us in
  historic Southport for one of North Carolina’s most beloved traditions\
 , the NC 4th of July Festival. In 2026\, the celebration takes on even gre
 ater meaning as we honor the 250th anniversary of American independence\, 
 part of the nationwide America250 Semiquincentennial.\n\nFor over two cent
 uries\, communities across North Carolina have gathered to mark our nation
 ’s birthday. This year\, from June 28 through July 4\, the NC 4th of Jul
 y Festival will bring together visitors for a week of parades\, concerts\,
  arts and crafts\, family activities\, and patriotic ceremonies\, all infu
 sed with the spirit of America’s 250th birthday.\n\nFestival Highlights\
 n\nGrand Parade featuring floats\, marching bands\, and community groups d
 ecked out in patriotic spirit\n\nLive Music & Entertainment on multiple st
 ages\, showcasing diverse voices and talents from across the region\n\nFir
 eworks Over the Water — a breathtaking tradition made even more meaningf
 ul in this Semiquincentennial year\n\nArts\, Crafts & Food Vendors with lo
 cal flavors and handmade treasures\n\nFamily Activities\, including games\
 , educational exhibits\, and history-themed programming inspired by Americ
 a250\n\nCommemorative Programs highlighting North Carolina’s role in the
  American story\, from 1776 to today\n\nAmerica250 Connection\n\nAs part o
 f the America250 NC initiative\, this year’s festival will not only cele
 brate our nation’s founding ideals — liberty\, democracy\, and unity 
 — but also spotlight the diverse stories that make up our shared history
 . Through special exhibits\, performances\, and community programs\, festi
 val-goers will be invited to reflect on the past\, celebrate the present\,
  and imagine the next 250 years together.\n\nWhy 2026 is Special\n\nThis y
 ear’s festival isn’t just a tradition\; it’s part of a once-in-a-gen
 eration national celebration. By joining us in Southport\, you’ll be par
 t of history\, experiencing one of the largest and most vibrant Independen
 ce Day events in North Carolina during America’s Semiquincentennial.
GEO:33.916757;-78.018647
LOCATION:Southport Waterfront Park 
SUMMARY:NC 4th of July Festival
URL;VALUE=URI:https://events.dncr.nc.gov/event/nc-4th-of-july-festival
CATEGORIES:Celebrations & Commemorations
CATEGORIES:Festivals & Fairs
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DESCRIPTION:2026 NC 4th of July Festival: Celebrating 250 Years of Independ
 ence\nJune 28 – July 4\, 2026 | Southport\, North Carolina\n\nJoin us in
  historic Southport for one of North Carolina’s most beloved traditions\
 , the NC 4th of July Festival. In 2026\, the celebration takes on even gre
 ater meaning as we honor the 250th anniversary of American independence\, 
 part of the nationwide America250 Semiquincentennial.\n\nFor over two cent
 uries\, communities across North Carolina have gathered to mark our nation
 ’s birthday. This year\, from June 28 through July 4\, the NC 4th of Jul
 y Festival will bring together visitors for a week of parades\, concerts\,
  arts and crafts\, family activities\, and patriotic ceremonies\, all infu
 sed with the spirit of America’s 250th birthday.\n\nFestival Highlights\
 n\nGrand Parade featuring floats\, marching bands\, and community groups d
 ecked out in patriotic spirit\n\nLive Music & Entertainment on multiple st
 ages\, showcasing diverse voices and talents from across the region\n\nFir
 eworks Over the Water — a breathtaking tradition made even more meaningf
 ul in this Semiquincentennial year\n\nArts\, Crafts & Food Vendors with lo
 cal flavors and handmade treasures\n\nFamily Activities\, including games\
 , educational exhibits\, and history-themed programming inspired by Americ
 a250\n\nCommemorative Programs highlighting North Carolina’s role in the
  American story\, from 1776 to today\n\nAmerica250 Connection\n\nAs part o
 f the America250 NC initiative\, this year’s festival will not only cele
 brate our nation’s founding ideals — liberty\, democracy\, and unity 
 — but also spotlight the diverse stories that make up our shared history
 . Through special exhibits\, performances\, and community programs\, festi
 val-goers will be invited to reflect on the past\, celebrate the present\,
  and imagine the next 250 years together.\n\nWhy 2026 is Special\n\nThis y
 ear’s festival isn’t just a tradition\; it’s part of a once-in-a-gen
 eration national celebration. By joining us in Southport\, you’ll be par
 t of history\, experiencing one of the largest and most vibrant Independen
 ce Day events in North Carolina during America’s Semiquincentennial.
GEO:33.916757;-78.018647
LOCATION:Southport Waterfront Park 
SUMMARY:NC 4th of July Festival
URL;VALUE=URI:https://events.dncr.nc.gov/event/nc-4th-of-july-festival
CATEGORIES:Celebrations & Commemorations
CATEGORIES:Festivals & Fairs
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DTSTART:20260628T170000Z
DTEND:20260628T180000Z
DESCRIPTION:2026 NC 4th of July Festival: Celebrating 250 Years of Independ
 ence\nJune 28 – July 4\, 2026 | Southport\, North Carolina\n\nJoin us in
  historic Southport for one of North Carolina’s most beloved traditions\
 , the NC 4th of July Festival. In 2026\, the celebration takes on even gre
 ater meaning as we honor the 250th anniversary of American independence\, 
 part of the nationwide America250 Semiquincentennial.\n\nFor over two cent
 uries\, communities across North Carolina have gathered to mark our nation
 ’s birthday. This year\, from June 28 through July 4\, the NC 4th of Jul
 y Festival will bring together visitors for a week of parades\, concerts\,
  arts and crafts\, family activities\, and patriotic ceremonies\, all infu
 sed with the spirit of America’s 250th birthday.\n\nFestival Highlights\
 n\nGrand Parade featuring floats\, marching bands\, and community groups d
 ecked out in patriotic spirit\n\nLive Music & Entertainment on multiple st
 ages\, showcasing diverse voices and talents from across the region\n\nFir
 eworks Over the Water — a breathtaking tradition made even more meaningf
 ul in this Semiquincentennial year\n\nArts\, Crafts & Food Vendors with lo
 cal flavors and handmade treasures\n\nFamily Activities\, including games\
 , educational exhibits\, and history-themed programming inspired by Americ
 a250\n\nCommemorative Programs highlighting North Carolina’s role in the
  American story\, from 1776 to today\n\nAmerica250 Connection\n\nAs part o
 f the America250 NC initiative\, this year’s festival will not only cele
 brate our nation’s founding ideals — liberty\, democracy\, and unity 
 — but also spotlight the diverse stories that make up our shared history
 . Through special exhibits\, performances\, and community programs\, festi
 val-goers will be invited to reflect on the past\, celebrate the present\,
  and imagine the next 250 years together.\n\nWhy 2026 is Special\n\nThis y
 ear’s festival isn’t just a tradition\; it’s part of a once-in-a-gen
 eration national celebration. By joining us in Southport\, you’ll be par
 t of history\, experiencing one of the largest and most vibrant Independen
 ce Day events in North Carolina during America’s Semiquincentennial.
GEO:33.916757;-78.018647
LOCATION:Southport Waterfront Park 
SUMMARY:NC 4th of July Festival
URL;VALUE=URI:https://events.dncr.nc.gov/event/nc-4th-of-july-festival
CATEGORIES:Celebrations & Commemorations
CATEGORIES:Festivals & Fairs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DESCRIPTION:2026 NC 4th of July Festival: Celebrating 250 Years of Independ
 ence\nJune 28 – July 4\, 2026 | Southport\, North Carolina\n\nJoin us in
  historic Southport for one of North Carolina’s most beloved traditions\
 , the NC 4th of July Festival. In 2026\, the celebration takes on even gre
 ater meaning as we honor the 250th anniversary of American independence\, 
 part of the nationwide America250 Semiquincentennial.\n\nFor over two cent
 uries\, communities across North Carolina have gathered to mark our nation
 ’s birthday. This year\, from June 28 through July 4\, the NC 4th of Jul
 y Festival will bring together visitors for a week of parades\, concerts\,
  arts and crafts\, family activities\, and patriotic ceremonies\, all infu
 sed with the spirit of America’s 250th birthday.\n\nFestival Highlights\
 n\nGrand Parade featuring floats\, marching bands\, and community groups d
 ecked out in patriotic spirit\n\nLive Music & Entertainment on multiple st
 ages\, showcasing diverse voices and talents from across the region\n\nFir
 eworks Over the Water — a breathtaking tradition made even more meaningf
 ul in this Semiquincentennial year\n\nArts\, Crafts & Food Vendors with lo
 cal flavors and handmade treasures\n\nFamily Activities\, including games\
 , educational exhibits\, and history-themed programming inspired by Americ
 a250\n\nCommemorative Programs highlighting North Carolina’s role in the
  American story\, from 1776 to today\n\nAmerica250 Connection\n\nAs part o
 f the America250 NC initiative\, this year’s festival will not only cele
 brate our nation’s founding ideals — liberty\, democracy\, and unity 
 — but also spotlight the diverse stories that make up our shared history
 . Through special exhibits\, performances\, and community programs\, festi
 val-goers will be invited to reflect on the past\, celebrate the present\,
  and imagine the next 250 years together.\n\nWhy 2026 is Special\n\nThis y
 ear’s festival isn’t just a tradition\; it’s part of a once-in-a-gen
 eration national celebration. By joining us in Southport\, you’ll be par
 t of history\, experiencing one of the largest and most vibrant Independen
 ce Day events in North Carolina during America’s Semiquincentennial.
GEO:33.916757;-78.018647
LOCATION:Southport Waterfront Park 
SUMMARY:NC 4th of July Festival
URL;VALUE=URI:https://events.dncr.nc.gov/event/nc-4th-of-july-festival
CATEGORIES:Celebrations & Commemorations
CATEGORIES:Festivals & Fairs
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DESCRIPTION:2026 NC 4th of July Festival: Celebrating 250 Years of Independ
 ence\nJune 28 – July 4\, 2026 | Southport\, North Carolina\n\nJoin us in
  historic Southport for one of North Carolina’s most beloved traditions\
 , the NC 4th of July Festival. In 2026\, the celebration takes on even gre
 ater meaning as we honor the 250th anniversary of American independence\, 
 part of the nationwide America250 Semiquincentennial.\n\nFor over two cent
 uries\, communities across North Carolina have gathered to mark our nation
 ’s birthday. This year\, from June 28 through July 4\, the NC 4th of Jul
 y Festival will bring together visitors for a week of parades\, concerts\,
  arts and crafts\, family activities\, and patriotic ceremonies\, all infu
 sed with the spirit of America’s 250th birthday.\n\nFestival Highlights\
 n\nGrand Parade featuring floats\, marching bands\, and community groups d
 ecked out in patriotic spirit\n\nLive Music & Entertainment on multiple st
 ages\, showcasing diverse voices and talents from across the region\n\nFir
 eworks Over the Water — a breathtaking tradition made even more meaningf
 ul in this Semiquincentennial year\n\nArts\, Crafts & Food Vendors with lo
 cal flavors and handmade treasures\n\nFamily Activities\, including games\
 , educational exhibits\, and history-themed programming inspired by Americ
 a250\n\nCommemorative Programs highlighting North Carolina’s role in the
  American story\, from 1776 to today\n\nAmerica250 Connection\n\nAs part o
 f the America250 NC initiative\, this year’s festival will not only cele
 brate our nation’s founding ideals — liberty\, democracy\, and unity 
 — but also spotlight the diverse stories that make up our shared history
 . Through special exhibits\, performances\, and community programs\, festi
 val-goers will be invited to reflect on the past\, celebrate the present\,
  and imagine the next 250 years together.\n\nWhy 2026 is Special\n\nThis y
 ear’s festival isn’t just a tradition\; it’s part of a once-in-a-gen
 eration national celebration. By joining us in Southport\, you’ll be par
 t of history\, experiencing one of the largest and most vibrant Independen
 ce Day events in North Carolina during America’s Semiquincentennial.
GEO:33.916757;-78.018647
LOCATION:Southport Waterfront Park 
SUMMARY:NC 4th of July Festival
URL;VALUE=URI:https://events.dncr.nc.gov/event/nc-4th-of-july-festival
CATEGORIES:Celebrations & Commemorations
CATEGORIES:Festivals & Fairs
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DESCRIPTION:2026 NC 4th of July Festival: Celebrating 250 Years of Independ
 ence\nJune 28 – July 4\, 2026 | Southport\, North Carolina\n\nJoin us in
  historic Southport for one of North Carolina’s most beloved traditions\
 , the NC 4th of July Festival. In 2026\, the celebration takes on even gre
 ater meaning as we honor the 250th anniversary of American independence\, 
 part of the nationwide America250 Semiquincentennial.\n\nFor over two cent
 uries\, communities across North Carolina have gathered to mark our nation
 ’s birthday. This year\, from June 28 through July 4\, the NC 4th of Jul
 y Festival will bring together visitors for a week of parades\, concerts\,
  arts and crafts\, family activities\, and patriotic ceremonies\, all infu
 sed with the spirit of America’s 250th birthday.\n\nFestival Highlights\
 n\nGrand Parade featuring floats\, marching bands\, and community groups d
 ecked out in patriotic spirit\n\nLive Music & Entertainment on multiple st
 ages\, showcasing diverse voices and talents from across the region\n\nFir
 eworks Over the Water — a breathtaking tradition made even more meaningf
 ul in this Semiquincentennial year\n\nArts\, Crafts & Food Vendors with lo
 cal flavors and handmade treasures\n\nFamily Activities\, including games\
 , educational exhibits\, and history-themed programming inspired by Americ
 a250\n\nCommemorative Programs highlighting North Carolina’s role in the
  American story\, from 1776 to today\n\nAmerica250 Connection\n\nAs part o
 f the America250 NC initiative\, this year’s festival will not only cele
 brate our nation’s founding ideals — liberty\, democracy\, and unity 
 — but also spotlight the diverse stories that make up our shared history
 . Through special exhibits\, performances\, and community programs\, festi
 val-goers will be invited to reflect on the past\, celebrate the present\,
  and imagine the next 250 years together.\n\nWhy 2026 is Special\n\nThis y
 ear’s festival isn’t just a tradition\; it’s part of a once-in-a-gen
 eration national celebration. By joining us in Southport\, you’ll be par
 t of history\, experiencing one of the largest and most vibrant Independen
 ce Day events in North Carolina during America’s Semiquincentennial.
GEO:33.916757;-78.018647
LOCATION:Southport Waterfront Park 
SUMMARY:NC 4th of July Festival
URL;VALUE=URI:https://events.dncr.nc.gov/event/nc-4th-of-july-festival
CATEGORIES:Celebrations & Commemorations
CATEGORIES:Festivals & Fairs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260702
DESCRIPTION:2026 NC 4th of July Festival: Celebrating 250 Years of Independ
 ence\nJune 28 – July 4\, 2026 | Southport\, North Carolina\n\nJoin us in
  historic Southport for one of North Carolina’s most beloved traditions\
 , the NC 4th of July Festival. In 2026\, the celebration takes on even gre
 ater meaning as we honor the 250th anniversary of American independence\, 
 part of the nationwide America250 Semiquincentennial.\n\nFor over two cent
 uries\, communities across North Carolina have gathered to mark our nation
 ’s birthday. This year\, from June 28 through July 4\, the NC 4th of Jul
 y Festival will bring together visitors for a week of parades\, concerts\,
  arts and crafts\, family activities\, and patriotic ceremonies\, all infu
 sed with the spirit of America’s 250th birthday.\n\nFestival Highlights\
 n\nGrand Parade featuring floats\, marching bands\, and community groups d
 ecked out in patriotic spirit\n\nLive Music & Entertainment on multiple st
 ages\, showcasing diverse voices and talents from across the region\n\nFir
 eworks Over the Water — a breathtaking tradition made even more meaningf
 ul in this Semiquincentennial year\n\nArts\, Crafts & Food Vendors with lo
 cal flavors and handmade treasures\n\nFamily Activities\, including games\
 , educational exhibits\, and history-themed programming inspired by Americ
 a250\n\nCommemorative Programs highlighting North Carolina’s role in the
  American story\, from 1776 to today\n\nAmerica250 Connection\n\nAs part o
 f the America250 NC initiative\, this year’s festival will not only cele
 brate our nation’s founding ideals — liberty\, democracy\, and unity 
 — but also spotlight the diverse stories that make up our shared history
 . Through special exhibits\, performances\, and community programs\, festi
 val-goers will be invited to reflect on the past\, celebrate the present\,
  and imagine the next 250 years together.\n\nWhy 2026 is Special\n\nThis y
 ear’s festival isn’t just a tradition\; it’s part of a once-in-a-gen
 eration national celebration. By joining us in Southport\, you’ll be par
 t of history\, experiencing one of the largest and most vibrant Independen
 ce Day events in North Carolina during America’s Semiquincentennial.
GEO:33.916757;-78.018647
LOCATION:Southport Waterfront Park 
SUMMARY:NC 4th of July Festival
URL;VALUE=URI:https://events.dncr.nc.gov/event/nc-4th-of-july-festival
CATEGORIES:Celebrations & Commemorations
CATEGORIES:Festivals & Fairs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260703
DESCRIPTION:2026 NC 4th of July Festival: Celebrating 250 Years of Independ
 ence\nJune 28 – July 4\, 2026 | Southport\, North Carolina\n\nJoin us in
  historic Southport for one of North Carolina’s most beloved traditions\
 , the NC 4th of July Festival. In 2026\, the celebration takes on even gre
 ater meaning as we honor the 250th anniversary of American independence\, 
 part of the nationwide America250 Semiquincentennial.\n\nFor over two cent
 uries\, communities across North Carolina have gathered to mark our nation
 ’s birthday. This year\, from June 28 through July 4\, the NC 4th of Jul
 y Festival will bring together visitors for a week of parades\, concerts\,
  arts and crafts\, family activities\, and patriotic ceremonies\, all infu
 sed with the spirit of America’s 250th birthday.\n\nFestival Highlights\
 n\nGrand Parade featuring floats\, marching bands\, and community groups d
 ecked out in patriotic spirit\n\nLive Music & Entertainment on multiple st
 ages\, showcasing diverse voices and talents from across the region\n\nFir
 eworks Over the Water — a breathtaking tradition made even more meaningf
 ul in this Semiquincentennial year\n\nArts\, Crafts & Food Vendors with lo
 cal flavors and handmade treasures\n\nFamily Activities\, including games\
 , educational exhibits\, and history-themed programming inspired by Americ
 a250\n\nCommemorative Programs highlighting North Carolina’s role in the
  American story\, from 1776 to today\n\nAmerica250 Connection\n\nAs part o
 f the America250 NC initiative\, this year’s festival will not only cele
 brate our nation’s founding ideals — liberty\, democracy\, and unity 
 — but also spotlight the diverse stories that make up our shared history
 . Through special exhibits\, performances\, and community programs\, festi
 val-goers will be invited to reflect on the past\, celebrate the present\,
  and imagine the next 250 years together.\n\nWhy 2026 is Special\n\nThis y
 ear’s festival isn’t just a tradition\; it’s part of a once-in-a-gen
 eration national celebration. By joining us in Southport\, you’ll be par
 t of history\, experiencing one of the largest and most vibrant Independen
 ce Day events in North Carolina during America’s Semiquincentennial.
GEO:33.916757;-78.018647
LOCATION:Southport Waterfront Park 
SUMMARY:NC 4th of July Festival
URL;VALUE=URI:https://events.dncr.nc.gov/event/nc-4th-of-july-festival
CATEGORIES:Celebrations & Commemorations
CATEGORIES:Festivals & Fairs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DESCRIPTION:2026 NC 4th of July Festival: Celebrating 250 Years of Independ
 ence\nJune 28 – July 4\, 2026 | Southport\, North Carolina\n\nJoin us in
  historic Southport for one of North Carolina’s most beloved traditions\
 , the NC 4th of July Festival. In 2026\, the celebration takes on even gre
 ater meaning as we honor the 250th anniversary of American independence\, 
 part of the nationwide America250 Semiquincentennial.\n\nFor over two cent
 uries\, communities across North Carolina have gathered to mark our nation
 ’s birthday. This year\, from June 28 through July 4\, the NC 4th of Jul
 y Festival will bring together visitors for a week of parades\, concerts\,
  arts and crafts\, family activities\, and patriotic ceremonies\, all infu
 sed with the spirit of America’s 250th birthday.\n\nFestival Highlights\
 n\nGrand Parade featuring floats\, marching bands\, and community groups d
 ecked out in patriotic spirit\n\nLive Music & Entertainment on multiple st
 ages\, showcasing diverse voices and talents from across the region\n\nFir
 eworks Over the Water — a breathtaking tradition made even more meaningf
 ul in this Semiquincentennial year\n\nArts\, Crafts & Food Vendors with lo
 cal flavors and handmade treasures\n\nFamily Activities\, including games\
 , educational exhibits\, and history-themed programming inspired by Americ
 a250\n\nCommemorative Programs highlighting North Carolina’s role in the
  American story\, from 1776 to today\n\nAmerica250 Connection\n\nAs part o
 f the America250 NC initiative\, this year’s festival will not only cele
 brate our nation’s founding ideals — liberty\, democracy\, and unity 
 — but also spotlight the diverse stories that make up our shared history
 . Through special exhibits\, performances\, and community programs\, festi
 val-goers will be invited to reflect on the past\, celebrate the present\,
  and imagine the next 250 years together.\n\nWhy 2026 is Special\n\nThis y
 ear’s festival isn’t just a tradition\; it’s part of a once-in-a-gen
 eration national celebration. By joining us in Southport\, you’ll be par
 t of history\, experiencing one of the largest and most vibrant Independen
 ce Day events in North Carolina during America’s Semiquincentennial.
GEO:33.916757;-78.018647
LOCATION:Southport Waterfront Park 
SUMMARY:NC 4th of July Festival
URL;VALUE=URI:https://events.dncr.nc.gov/event/nc-4th-of-july-festival
CATEGORIES:Celebrations & Commemorations
CATEGORIES:Festivals & Fairs
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