Make space for that trusted lawn chair and get your camera ready. The Queen City is gearing up for America’s most patriotic day of the year with dazzling fireworks shows.
Here is a list of some of the many planned events to celebrate the Fourth of July:
Carowinds Star-Spangled Nights Fireworks Spectacular
Wednesday, July 3 + Thursday, July 4 | 9:30 p.m. | Carowinds, 14523 Carowinds Blvd., Charlotte | $38-$45
Fort Mill Independence Day Celebration
Wednesday, July 3 | 6-9:30 p.m. | Fort Mill Amphitheater at Walter Elisha Park, 345 N. White St., Fort Mill | Free
Statesville Fireworks Celebration
Wednesday, July 3 | 9:30 p.m. | Statesville Soccer Complex, 2012 Simonton Rd., Statesville | Free
Town of Matthews Independence Day Celebration
Wednesday, July 3 + Thursday, July 4 | 9 p.m. on July 3 + 5-9 p.m. on July 4 | Stumptown Park, 120 S Trade St., Matthews | Free
SkyShow at Truist Field
Thursday, July 4 | Game starts at 6:35 p.m. | Truist Field, 324 S. Mint St., Charlotte | $22+
Gastonia Fourth of July Celebration
Thursday, July 4 | 5-9:30 p.m. | Rotary Centennial Pavilion, 107 N. South St., Gastonia | Free
Red, White & Belmont Celebration
Thursday, July 4 | 6-10 p.m. | Stowe Park Upper Field, 24 S. Main St., Belmont | Free
Rock Hill Fourth of July Celebration
Thursday, July 4 | 9 p.m. | Main St. to Fountain Park, 300 E. Main St., Rock Hill | Free