4th Of July in Fayetteville: Where You Can Still See Fireworks and More This Week

Happy birthday, America! With Independence Day fast approaching, it's crucial to find the best local spots to celebrate with dazzling fireworks displays. Fortunately, there are many events happening in and around Cumberland County this week to ensure that you and your family have a happy 4th of July in Fayetteville and the surrounding area!

First of all though, let's take a look at what has ALREADY taken place, including fireworks at Fort Liberty and in Hope Mills.

The 4th of July festivities were off to an early start this past weekend with Fort Liberty's annual 4th At The Fort event. While the event was technically a few days before the 4th, there was still no shortage of patriotic fun for those who traveled from across the state (and even across the country) to be there.

Attendees were able to experience a day full of delicious food and live music, along with a breathtaking mid-air showcase from the Golden Knights parachute team. The night then concluded with a thunderous fireworks show that sent the crowd home with ringing ears and smiling faces.

Hope Mills also got in on the Saturday fireworks action, but they aren't done with Independence fun, as you'll see below they still have the parade on Thursday.

The 4th at the Fort event at Fort Liberty served as a fun-filled pregame for the real deal this Thursday. Americans are going all out this year to celebrate Independence Day. According to research from WalletHub, Americans are spending approximately $9.4 billion on food for the 4th.

Additionally, about $4 billion is spent annually on beer and wine for the patriotic holiday, along with $2.7 billion on fireworks. The research also shows that about 44% of Americans are planning to a fireworks show this year.

If you're part of that 44%, practice caution and exercise proper fireworks safety procedure. An average of 740 people end up in the emergency room every 4th of July due to fireworks-related injuries.

If you're looking for fun activities and events for you and the family this 4th of July in Fayetteville, not to worry. There are a ton of amazing celebrations happening in and near Cumberland County! Here are a few of the most notable celebrations:

Fayetteville's annual Independence Day Concert is a surefire way to have fun celebrating 'Merica with the whole family. Festival Park will come alive with entertaining local acts like the Fayetteville Symphonic Band, the Cumberland Choral Arts, and Fort Liberty's own 82nd Airborne Division Band. This event is free admission and open to the public.

Music will start at 7:30 PM and will end around 9:30 PM, at which point you'll turn your eyes upward to enjoy bright and beautiful fireworks to round out the holiday.

 It doesn't get more American than celebrating 4th of July at the ballpark! This Thursday Segra Stadium is hosting a 4th of July showcase, which includes a game between players from the Collegiate National Team. Attendees are encouraged to stick around after the game to witness a stunning fireworks show, a tradition on which Fayetteville Woodpeckers fans know good and well Segra always delivers.

Celebrate freedom in Hope Mills at their annual Independence Day parade, presented by Hope Mills Parks and Recreation. The parade kicks off Thursday morning at 10:00 AM at Rockfish Elementary School, and will run downtown before ending Hope Mills Middle School. Local food vendors will be open nearby for those in attendance.

Fort Bragg Harley Davidson is holding a belated (but still fun) Fourth of July Celebration this Saturday, July 6 at their store. The team at Fort Bragg Harley is promising a day full of all-American excitement, including baseball, hotdogs, apple pie, and a HOG on the grill!

Dirtbag Ales in Hope Mills is holding a special movie night event that the entire family can enjoy. Step into the Danger Zone this Friday, July 5 when the brewery plays Top Gun on the big screen, a movie that always gets every red-blooded American's heart pounding. The movie will be played outside at the Dirtbag Farmers Market Field, so dress accordingly and keep an eye on the weather for Friday evening.