Details The City of Wilmington's 4th of July Celebration sponsored by Cumulus Media. This City of Wilmington's family friendly event will include music featuring the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra, other entertainment, kids activities, food, fireworks & more! Thursday, July 4, 2024 (rain or shine) Time: 5:00 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. Join us for an unforgettable Fourth of July celebration right on the water in the Boatyard — the perfect place to celebrate Independence Day in Downtown Wilmington! 🎸 Live Music by Uptown Easy Music kicks off at 6:00 PM, bringing you feel-good vi The City of Wilmington invites everyone to visit, shop and dine in historic downtown, and then celebrate Independence Day riverside with music and more followed by a spectacular fireworks display. Enjoy a family-friendly program at Riverfront Park with the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra and more followed by Fireworks that are visible along the almost two mile long Riverwalk. For more Join us in historic downtown Wilmington for a celebration of our Nation’s Independence with the 2025 City of Wilmington 4th of July Fireworks display to be held on Friday, July 4th, 2025. Fireworks will be viewable anywhere along the downtown riverfront. Celebrate the Fourth of July with a spectacular family-friendly concert at the Live Oak Bank Pavilion, featuring the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra (WSO) and special guests. Highlights of the evening include guest appearances, patriotic favorites, pops, classics, and spectacular fireworks display. Wilmington's 4th of July Celebration will feature family fun including a spectacular fireworks display. Spend a night to remember with the whole family at this year’s Independence Day celebration along the Riverwalk. Wondering where to watch 4th of July fireworks in Wilmington, NC, in 2024? We've got you covered! Here's a list of fireworks displays, parades, and celebrations. Cost: Tickets start at $23 each. Click HERE to purchase tickets. Features: Enjoy the North Carolina Symphony playing patriotic classics at The Wilson Center on July 2 at 7:30pm. The City of Wilmington's 4th of July Celebration! Celebrate Independence Day with the City of Wilmington with fireworks, the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra and more! Firework Display at The city of Wilmington presents a Fourth of July celebration featuring the Wilmington Symphony Pops Concert at 7 p.m. at Riverfront Park. Dominic Talanca is the Wilmington Symphony Pops conductor Wilmington’s July 4 th Freedom Celebration Fireworks Show by Pyrotecnico will be choreographed to recorded music at Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park, at French Street and Rosa Parks Drive, and visible from many nearby locations along the Christina Riverfront. Enjoy Wilmington's epic 4th of July Fireworks along the historic downtown riverfront. Before the fireworks display, find alfresco dining options, craft cocktails at sunset on our rooftop bars, and specialty shops along the Wilmington Riverwalk and main streets. You can see fireworks displays on Independence Day at four locations in the Wilmington area. Wilmington The city of Wilmington presents the 4th of July fireworks display. Join Wilmington's Independence Day celebration at the Riverfront on July 4th! Enjoy family-friendly activities starting at 4:00 p.m., followed by a spectacular fireworks show at 9:30 p.m. Don’t miss out on this exciting event Wilmington offers a variety of Independence Day weekend events, including music, theater, festivals, and fireworks. The N.C. 4th of July Festival in Southport runs July 2-4, culminating in a WILMINGTON, DE – The City of Wilmington is proud to announce a family-friendly Independence Day Celebration to be held on Saturday, July 5, 2025, from noon to 3:00 p.m. in Rodney Square. Independence Day will soon paint Delaware and Maryland with red, white & blue vibes. Here's a preview of patriotic fireworks, parties you can hit up. The Wilmington Fourth of July Committee operates as a private organization, independent of the town government. It is dedicated to organizing events that unite residents and celebrate the nation's independence. Celebratory Events July 4th Ship Tours (July 4 – Wilmington): For a sense of history and adventure, take a free tour of the Kalmar Nyckel’s ship deck. Tours of “The Tall Ship of Delaware” will be available from 3 to 7 p.m. The City of Wilmington invites residents and visitors to the annual 4th of July Celebration, sponsored by Cumulus Media. Join the fun at Riverfront Park at 10 Cowan Street., and enjoy live music, food, fireworks, and more on Thursday, July 4. This is a FREE event, and no tickets are required. This City of Wilmington’s family friendly event will include music featuring the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra, other entertainment, kids activities, food, fireworks and more!
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