In town for the 4th of July and need some plans? Look no further, we have got some plans for you!
The 4th of July is always a great time to get out and celebrate with friends and family. Here is the Wilmington/Carolina Beach area, it is easy to do just that! Below is a list of fun events/places to go to this 4th of July Weekend!!
On July 3rd, Carolina Beach Boardwalk will be having fireworks and music!
- Pack some food, or eat at one of the local shops at the boardwalk!
- Music starts at 6:30!
- Location: Carolina Beach Boardwalk, Cape Fear Blvd and Carolina Beach Ave North Carolina Beach, NC 28428
To start off the day on July 4th, you can head to the Battle for Independence Road Race!
- Participate in either a 1 mile or a 5K
- Dont want to run? No worries, spectators can watch for free ;)
- Race starts at 7:30am with awards at 8:35 am!
- Location: 1450 Barclay Pointe Blvd, For Record, Wilmington, NC 28412
To end the night with some adrenaline, head over to the Legion Sports Complex and watch the Wilmington Sharks play some competitive baseball and end it all with a spectacular firework show!
- Prices: $12 in advance OR $13 day of. (Kids 3 and Under are FREE)
- Gates open at 5pm, game starts at 7:05 (or 5:05... TBA)
- Location: 2149 Carolina Beach Road, Wilmington, NC 28401
Don't miss out on these spectacular events this 4th of July weekend! We hope to see you at some!


