Happy Independence Day, Smarties, one day early! The best Charlotte 4th of July tradition is hands down, Pops in the Park and it is tonight. So head to Dean & Deluca for your favorite picnic food and pack up your fam for the best fireworks in town. If that doesn’t suit your schedule, check out all of the awesome events below.
Happy 4th of July! Love, CSP
WEDNESDAY, July 3
Summer Pops
Symphony Park at SouthPark
4400 Sharon Rd.,behind the mall, Charlotte, NC (704) 941-2557
July 3, prelude starts at 7:00pm and concert starts at 8:15pm, All ages, Adults $10, kids under 18 are free
Summary: This is the bomb.com for 4th of July, one day early in Charlotte. The fireworks are the best Charlotte has to offer!
WBT Sky Show 2013
Knights Stadium
2280 Deerfield Drive Fort Mill, SC (803) 548-8050
July 3, Gates open at 5:00pm, game starts at 7:15, All ages
Summary: The largest fourth of July fireworks show in the southeast. Baseball, fireworks and fun come together for Skyshow 2013! Come early for the pre-game festivities including live music, food, drinks, an interactive kids area, prizes and more! After the game, we will honor our Veterans and Military Personnel in a patriotic ceremony and don’t forget the most amazing choreographed fireworks display around.
THURSDAY, JULY 4
Metrolina Expo Marketplace
Metrolina Tradeshow Expo
7100 Statesville Road Charlotte, NC (704) 714-7909
July 4, 9:00am – 5:00pm, All ages, Free admission, $5 parking
Summary: Come find great products at the Metrolina Marketplace from antique to shabby chic and everything in between! ollectibles and Antiques to the Market Street: home decor, fine antiques, furniture, collectibles, antique guns, art, jewelry, rugs, crafts, vintage toys & games, silver, pottery, china, silver, salvage items, outdoor decor, vintage instruments, fresh produce and more!
Novant Health 4th of July Spectacular
Memorial Stadium
310 N Kings Drive, Charlotte, NC
July 4, 6:00pm – 9:30pm, All ages, Free
Summary: Spend your Fourth of July with friends and family in Center City Charlotte at Memorial Stadium (310 North Kings Drive) for the Novant Health July 4th Spectacular! Family-fun activities will take place from 6-9pm with a spectacular fireworks show beginning at 9:30 (weather permitting).FREE admission! Family-friendly, Alcohol-free!
Coca-Cola 4th of July Festival
U.S. National Whitewater Center
5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte, NC (704) 391-3900
July 4, 3:30pm, All ages, Free to $75 VIP
Summary: Rock your red, white and blue at the USNWC with the Coca-Cola 4th of July Festival. This two-day celebration will feature games and live music, as well as fireworks over the man-made whitewater river. Every seat is a good seat to view the stunning fireworks display, but arrive early to pick a spot. The event is free, with a $5 parking fee. No outside food or beverages allowed.
4th of July Celebration – Huntersville
Birkdale Village
8712 Lindholm Drive Suite 206, Huntersville, NC (704) 895-8744
July 4, 10:00am – 1 pm, All ages, free
Summary: Show your patriotism with activities like a parade, face painting and bike decorating!
Concerts on the Green – The New Familiars
Village Green
Corner of Main St. & Concord Rd. in front of Davidson Public Library, Davidson, NC
July 4, 6;00pm -8:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: Davidson’s “Concerts on the Green” take place the first and third Sundays (May-September). In addition, we are proud to announce Davidson’s Independence Day celebration on July 4.
Summer Concert Series
Stumptown Park
120 S. Trade St., Matthews, NC (704) 847-4411
July 4, 8:00pm, All ages, free
Summary: Join us for The Matthews Summer Concert & Movie Series. The movies and concerts are free and held in Stumptown Park. The series includes a variety of concerts and movies. Rain or shine. Movie and concert-goers are invited to bring lawn chairs and blankets and vendors will sell food and drinks. NO PETS PLEASE. All concerts begin at 7:00pm. Pre-Movie activities begin at 7 PM, movies begin approximately 8:30 PM or dusk.
3rd Annual Great American Snow Day
Extreme Ice Center
4705 Indian Trail-Fairview Rd Indian Trail, NC (704) 882-1830
July 4, 2:00pm – 4:00pm,
Summary: Join us immediately following the Indian Trail 4th of July Parade (2 -4 pm) at the Extreme Ice Center for our 3rd Annual Great American Snow Day! A $5 ticket for admission gets you skate admission and rental, plus access to our infamous SNOWBALL FIGHT! Proceeds will benefit the USO and Indian Trail Post 2423 VFW!
Nights on Fire
Carowinds
14523 Carowinds Boulevard Charlotte, NC (704) 588-2600
July 4, At dark, All ages, Free with park admission
Summary: The sky lights up each evening with a stunning fireworks celebration! – See more at: http://www.charlottesgotalot.com/all-events/nights-fire#sthash.RWLZHXBe.dpuf
FRIDAY, JULY 5
Kids Bowl Free
10 Park Lanes
1700 Montford Drive, Charlotte, NC (704) 523-7633
July 5, 9:00am-5:00pm, Ages k-8th grade, Free, Registration required
Summary: Register for kids bowl free and enjoy 2 free games of bowling every day all summer long!
Kids Bowl Free
StrikeCity
210 E Trade St., Charlotte, NC (704) 716-9300
July 5, 11:00am – 5:00pm, Ages 13 and under, $5/person food and drink minimum
Summary: Are you a mom, dad or nanny looking for something to do this summer? Look no further because we are free bowling for kids all summer long. Come in, cool off and enjoy some family bowling. Kids 13 and under are welcome to come into StrikeCity anytime between 11am until 5pm, Monday through Friday.
Studio Movie Grill
Children’s Summer Series – The Lorax
EpiCentre – Studio Movie Grill
210 East Trade Street, Ste. D-290, Charlotte, NC (704) 972-1062
July 5, 11:00am, All ages, Adults $2, Kids $1
Summary: Studio Movie Grill (SMG) is the pioneer of the in-thaeter dining concept, offering first-run movies and alternative programming alongside an American Grill menu and full service bar.
Discovery Place
301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
July 5, 9:00am – 5:00pm, All ages, free with museum admission
Summary: click on the links below for show times and ticket prices.
Animal Grossology – introduces scientific concepts in ways that make kids giggle. Get a fresh take on some of the more disgusting things animals do and how blood, vomit, pellets and more can be fun, funky and fascinating.
Nano – a special limited mini exhibition. This interactive exhibition engages family audiences in nanoscale science, engineering, and technology. Hands-on exhibits present the basics of nanoscience and engineering, introduce some real world applications, and explore the societal and ethical implications of this new technology.
Sub-Zero – The coolest thing in Charlotte this side of -321 degrees. Join our resident physicist at “The Stage” to chill out and explore a world below freezing. With materials so cold they can only be touched with cryogenic gloves, you’re in for an icy treat.
Fired Up! Join us for Fiery fun. Oxygen, heat and fuel form the fire triangle! Join us for some explosively fun experiments.
Animalopolis will take you on a voyage into the magical world of animals. A bit fanciful, a bit “Seussian” perhaps, a place of good natured humor, beauty and just plain fun.
Flight of the Butterflies – Experience the most incredible migration on earth. It’s a natural history epic. It’s a compelling detective story. It’s a scientific adventure at its best.
Tim Statum
The Comedy Zone
900 Music Factory Blvd., Charlotte, NC
July 5, 8:00pm and 10:15pm, Ages 18+, $17.50 and up
Summary: Tim is a Birmingham, Alabama native who will keep you in stitches with his southern style humor and storytelling. For the past 13 years, he has been entertaining audiences wherever he goes. You’ve heard him on various radio shows nationwide, including The Bob & Tom Show. He has also performed at comedy clubs all across the country. From New York to Las Vegas, all the way to the Bahamas, Tim incorporates real life stories of growing up in the country with classic stand up comedy to provide a hilarious evening for all ages.
Blakeney Summer Concert Series – DJ Chuck (Party DJ)
Blakeney Shopping Center
Ardrey Kell and Rea Road Charlotte, NC (704) 523-0272
July 5, 7:00pm – 10:00pm, All ages, free
Summary: Let DJ Chuck entertain your entire family with great music and dance the night away!
NoDA Gallery Crawl
Historic NoDa Arts District
North Davidson Street Charlotte, NC
July 5, 6:30pm – 9:30 pm, All ages, Free
Summary: Check out Gallery Crawl twice a month to experience NoDa’s unique street scene. Every 1st & 3rd Fridays throughout the year. From 6pm to 9:30pm.
Metrolina Expo Marketplace
Metrolina Tradeshow Expo
7100 Statesville Road Charlotte, NC (704) 714-7909
July 5, 9:00am – 5:00pm, All ages, Free admission, $5 parking
Summary: Come find great products at the Metrolina Marketplace from antique to shabby chic and everything in between! ollectibles and Antiques to the Market Street: home decor, fine antiques, furniture, collectibles, antique guns, art, jewelry, rugs, crafts, vintage toys & games, silver, pottery, china, silver, salvage items, outdoor decor, vintage instruments, fresh produce and more!
Quidam Cirque du Soleil
Time Warner Cable Arena
333 East Trade Street, Charlotte, NC
July 5, 7:30pm; Sat 3:30pm and 7:30pm; Sun 1pm and 5pm, All ages,
Summary: Quidam had its world premiere in Montreal under the Big Top in April 1996. Since then, the production has toured on five continents and been experienced by millions of people. In December 2010, Quidam embarked on a new journey, performing the same captivating production, but now in arenas throughout North America. The international cast features 52 world-class acrobats, musicians, singers and characters.
SATURDAY, JULY 6
Discovery Place
301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
July 6, 10:00am – 6:00pm, All ages, free with museum admission
Summary: click on the links below for show times and ticket prices.
Animal Grossology – introduces scientific concepts in ways that make kids giggle. Get a fresh take on some of the more disgusting things animals do and how blood, vomit, pellets and more can be fun, funky and fascinating.
Nano – a special limited mini exhibition. This interactive exhibition engages family audiences in nanoscale science, engineering, and technology. Hands-on exhibits present the basics of nanoscience and engineering, introduce some real world applications, and explore the societal and ethical implications of this new technology.
Sub-Zero – The coolest thing in Charlotte this side of -321 degrees. Join our resident physicist at “The Stage” to chill out and explore a world below freezing. With materials so cold they can only be touched with cryogenic gloves, you’re in for an icy treat.
Fired Up! Join us for Fiery fun. Oxygen, heat and fuel form the fire triangle! Join us for some explosively fun experiments.
Animalopolis will take you on a voyage into the magical world of animals. A bit fanciful, a bit “Seussian” perhaps, a place of good natured humor, beauty and just plain fun.
Flight of the Butterflies – Experience the most incredible migration on earth. It’s a natural history epic. It’s a compelling detective story. It’s a scientific adventure at its best.
Charlotte Nature Museum
1658 Sterling Road, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
July 6,10:00am – 1:00pm, All ages, Activities are free with museum admission
Summary: Bring little ones for just an hour or the whole day and experience wildlife through live animal exhibits and interactive education programs. The Museum is easy to navigate with fun surprises around every corner. Kids can roam The Great Hall and visit Beginnings, an area filled with young animals and information on their lifecycles.
Exhibits: Wander Charlotte Nature Museum and encounter the finned, furred and feathered. Little ones will experience the natural world in a fun environment that encourages hands-on exploration and self-directed learning.
Shows: Charlotte Nature Museum’s professional Puppet Theatre offers nature-based puppet shows and coordinated programming especially designed for young viewers. Grandpa Tree can be found in the Nature Dome by the “nighttime campfire”, with his forest friends. Join us in the woods and enjoy captivating tales of wildlife.
Live Bird Presentation
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-6521
July 6, 11:00-11:30, All ages, Free with regular admission
Summary: Docent volunteers present 3-4 species of birds on glove and discuss the natural history of featured birds in our Festival Area.
Vulture Feeding
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-6521
July 6, 12:30-1:00, All ages, Free with regular admission
Summary: Vultures are smart! Come see them play with their food at our weekly vulture feeding presented by our knowledgeable docent volunteers.
Talons: Birds of the World Flight Show
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-6521
July 6, 1:00pm – 1:30pm & 3:00 – 3:30, All ages, Regular admission + $5.00
Summary: Watch for your opportunity to see these amazing birds in flight!
Metrolina Expo Marketplace
Metrolina Tradeshow Expo
7100 Statesville Road Charlotte, NC (704) 714-7909
July 6, 9:00am – 5:00pm, All ages, Free admission, $5 parking
Summary: Come find great products at the Metrolina Marketplace from antique to shabby chic and everything in between! ollectibles and Antiques to the Market Street: home decor, fine antiques, furniture, collectibles, antique guns, art, jewelry, rugs, crafts, vintage toys & games, silver, pottery, china, silver, salvage items, outdoor decor, vintage instruments, fresh produce and more!
Tim Statum
The Comedy Zone
900 Music Factory Blvd., Charlotte, NC
July 6, 7:00pm and 9:30pm, Ages 18+, $17.50 and up
Summary: Tim is a Birmingham, Alabama native who will keep you in stitches with his southern style humor and storytelling. For the past 13 years, he has been entertaining audiences wherever he goes. You’ve heard him on various radio shows nationwide, including The Bob & Tom Show. He has also performed at comedy clubs all across the country. From New York to Las Vegas, all the way to the Bahamas, Tim incorporates real life stories of growing up in the country with classic stand up comedy to provide a hilarious evening for all ages.
Whitewater River Jam – Broadcast
U.S. National Whitewater Center
5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte, NC (704) 391-3900
July 6, 7:00pm – 10:00pm, Ages 21+,
Summary: The Chemist is composed of musicians drawn from several Charlotte Bands including Actual Proof, Asleep in the Weeds, and Chasing Edison. The group’s music grooves hard and is inspired by bands and artsit such as Soulive, Lettuce, John Scofield, Chic Corea, Herbie Hancock, and Jeff Beck.
Quidam Cirque du Soleil
Time Warner Cable Arena
333 East Trade Street, Charlotte, NC
July 6, Sat 3:30pm and 7:30pm, All ages,
Summary: Quidam had its world premiere in Montreal under the Big Top in April 1996. Since then, the production has toured on five continents and been experienced by millions of people. In December 2010, Quidam embarked on a new journey, performing the same captivating production, but now in arenas throughout North America. The international cast features 52 world-class acrobats, musicians, singers and characters.
SUNDAY JULY 7
Discovery Place
301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
July 7, 12:00pm – 5:00pm, All ages, free with museum admission
Summary: click on the links below for show times and ticket prices.
Animal Grossology – introduces scientific concepts in ways that make kids giggle. Get a fresh take on some of the more disgusting things animals do and how blood, vomit, pellets and more can be fun, funky and fascinating.
Nano – a special limited mini exhibition. This interactive exhibition engages family audiences in nanoscale science, engineering, and technology. Hands-on exhibits present the basics of nanoscience and engineering, introduce some real world applications, and explore the societal and ethical implications of this new technology.
Sub-Zero – The coolest thing in Charlotte this side of -321 degrees. Join our resident physicist at “The Stage” to chill out and explore a world below freezing. With materials so cold they can only be touched with cryogenic gloves, you’re in for an icy treat.
Fired Up! Join us for Fiery fun. Oxygen, heat and fuel form the fire triangle! Join us for some explosively fun experiments.
Animalopolis will take you on a voyage into the magical world of animals. A bit fanciful, a bit “Seussian” perhaps, a place of good natured humor, beauty and just plain fun.
Flight of the Butterflies – Experience the most incredible migration on earth. It’s a natural history epic. It’s a compelling detective story. It’s a scientific adventure at its best.
Talons: Birds of the World Flight Show
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-6521
July 7, 1:00-1:30, 3:00pm – 3:30pm, All ages, Regular admission + $5.00
Summary: Watch for your opportunity to see these amazing birds in flight!
Live Bird Presentation
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-6521
July 7, 2:00-2:30, All ages, others free with regular admission
Summary: Docent volunteers present 3-4 species of birds on glove and discuss the natural history of featured birds in our Festival Area.
Metrolina Expo Marketplace
Metrolina Tradeshow Expo
7100 Statesville Road Charlotte, NC (704) 714-7909
July 7, 10:00am – 4:00pm, All ages, Free admission, $5 parking
Summary: Come find great products at the Metrolina Marketplace from antique to shabby chic and everything in between! ollectibles and Antiques to the Market Street: home decor, fine antiques, furniture, collectibles, antique guns, art, jewelry, rugs, crafts, vintage toys & games, silver, pottery, china, silver, salvage items, outdoor decor, vintage instruments, fresh produce and more!
Quidam Cirque du Soleil
Time Warner Cable Arena
333 East Trade Street, Charlotte, NC
July 7, Sun 1pm and 5pm, All ages,
Summary: Quidam had its world premiere in Montreal under the Big Top in April 1996. Since then, the production has toured on five continents and been experienced by millions of people. In December 2010, Quidam embarked on a new journey, performing the same captivating production, but now in arenas throughout North America. The international cast features 52 world-class acrobats, musicians, singers and characters.
