Asheville Celebrates Independence Day with Fireworks and Festivities


Asheville Celebrates Independence Day with Fireworks and Festivities

Break out the red, white, and blue — summer’s favorite holiday has arrived in the Land of the Sky.

Independence Day is upon us, and Asheville is gearing up to celebrate in style. From fireworks displays to block parties, here are some of the top events happening in and around the city to mark the Fourth of July.

South Asheville Fireworks

Date: Saturday, June 29
Time: 12-10 p.m.
Location: Lake Julian Park, 37 Lake Julian Rd., Arden
Cost: Free

Bring your blankets and chairs to Lake Julian Park for a spectacular fireworks show that kicks off the holiday festivities. Parking is available at Estes Elementary School, with shuttles running to the lake for convenience.

Asheville Tourists vs. Greenville Drive

Date: Wednesday, July 3
Time: 6:35 p.m.
Location: McCormick Field, 30 Buchanan Pl., Asheville
Cost: $15

Cheer on the Asheville Tourists as they take on the Greenville Drive in a baseball game that promises to be as American as apple pie. Stick around after the game for a dazzling fireworks display.

Independence Day Block Party

Date: Thursday, July 4
Time: 12-10 p.m.
Location: South Slope, Asheville
Cost: Free

Join the annual Independence Day Block Party on South Slope, featuring an Ultimate Airdogs performance, food vendors, craft beverages, live music, and more. The day culminates in a breathtaking fireworks show at 9:30 p.m.

July 4th Celebration at The Horse Shoe Farm

Date: Thursday, July 4
Time: 5:30-11 p.m.
Location: The Horse Shoe Farm, 155 Horse Shoe Farm Dr., Hendersonville
Cost: $55-$90

Enjoy a festive evening at The Horse Shoe Farm with Southern cuisine from The Silo Cookhouse and Root & Bone, live music, lawn games, and craft cocktails. The highlight of the evening will be a dazzling fireworks display to cap off the celebration.

Black Mountain Fireworks

Date: Thursday, July 4
Time: 9:30 p.m.
Location: Former Bi-Lo Grocery Store, 205 NC Hwy. 9, Black Mountain
Cost: Free

Head to Black Mountain for a spectacular fireworks show launching from the former Bi-Lo location. Lookout Brewing will be hosting a watch party complete with music bingo, local brews, and tasty burgers to enjoy during the show.

July 4th Plus One

Date: Friday, July 5
Time: 4 p.m.
Location: Sorrells Park, 69 Sorrells St., Canton
Cost: Free

Continue the Independence Day celebrations in Canton with an afternoon of games, food, drinks, and fireworks at dusk. Bring your chairs, blankets, and patriotic spirit as Sorrells Park comes alive with festivities.

Conclusion

Asheville is pulling out all the stops to celebrate the Fourth of July with a bang. Whether you choose to watch fireworks light up the night sky or indulge in some classic American pastimes, the city offers plenty of options for a memorable holiday weekend. Get ready to paint the town red, white, and blue as Asheville shows its patriotic spirit in style.


Author: HERE Asheville

HERE Asheville

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