First in Freedom Parade

• When: Saturday, July 4, 2026,  9:30 am - 11:30 am
  
• Location: Downtown Raleigh, NC 27601
• Cost: Free Admission

Celebrate North Carolina’s & America’s 250th Anniversary with the pageantry and excitement of the "First in Freedom" July 4th Parade in Downtown Raleigh.

The First in Freedom Parade brings together all 100 North Carolina counties for a once-in-a-generation celebration of 250 years of American Independence.

From giant balloons and patriotic floats to veterans and hometown pride from the mountains to the coast, this is a Fourth of July celebration unlike any other!

The parade will start at 9:30 am at Salisbury/Lane Streets ending at Salisbury/Lenoir Streets.

View the Parade Route on the website.

• Website: www.visitraleigh.com
• Contact Phone: 919.755.9235
• Category: Free

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