July 4th Fireworks at Dix Park
- When: Saturday, July 4, 2026, 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: The Big Field at Dix Park, 101 Blair Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27603
- Cost: Free Admission
Fireworks and Fun Light Up Raleigh this Fourth of July
Join us at Dix Park for fireworks, music, and food
What a better place to celebrate 250 than Dix Park? The City of Raleigh’s Fourth of July celebration will have it all: fireworks, music, and food. The family fun starts at 6 p.m.
This year’s event showcases a fireworks show in honor of Independence Day and the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. ABC11/WTVD-TV returns as the City’s event partner.
The main event is the fireworks show, but attendees can also enjoy:
Live DJ and music throughout the night
Food trucks and non-alcoholic beverage vendors
Lawn games and activities
Craft station for all ages
Shaded picnic areas
The fireworks will begin at 9:30 p.m.
See website for schedule and event map:
5:30 p.m. Downtown shuttles begin from Moore Square
6:00 p.m. Gates open at Dix Park; Food trucks, music, and activities begin
9:00 p.m. Last shuttle leaves from Moore Square for Dix Park
9:30 p.m. FIREWORKS!
10:00 p.m. Event concludes; Shuttles begin returning attendees to Moore Square
Free and open to the public.
- Website: raleighnc.gov
- Contact Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Category: Family Fun
Getting there: Shuttles from downtown Raleigh (encouraged), parking (limited), bike/walk, ADA options available.
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