The Fourth of July falls on a Friday this year, and the Charlotte region is preparing for a full slate of fireworks celebrations. Communities across North and South Carolina will host events featuring live music, family-friendly activities, and grand fireworks displays.
The biggest show in the area is SkyShow 2025, taking place after the Charlotte Knights game on Thursday, July 3. Other events stretch across the region, with many offering free entry and community festivities leading up to the fireworks.
Here’s a roundup of the major firework shows happening this week:
🎆 Fireworks Shows Around the Charlotte Region:
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4th of July in Lincoln County
Friday, July 4, 6:30 p.m. – Near City Park, Lincolnton
Parade, fireworks at 9:30 p.m., and a Fire Department spray zone. -
Carowinds Star-Spangled Nights Fireworks Spectacular
Friday, July 4 & Saturday, July 5, 9:30 p.m.
Included with park admission, fireworks with music and entertainment. -
City of Monroe 4th of July Celebration
Friday, July 4, 5:00 p.m. – Downtown Monroe
Free event with live music, bouncy houses, and fireworks. -
Fireworks and Field of Flags – Lowe’s YMCA, Mooresville
Thursday, July 3, 6:00–10:00 p.m. – 170 Joe V. Knox Ave
Free fireworks show and flag tribute honoring veterans and first responders. -
Gastonia 4th of July Celebration
Friday, July 4, 5:00 p.m. – Rotary Centennial Pavilion
Free event with music, food, and fireworks. -
Lake Norman Fireworks (Visible from Water)
Friday, July 4 evening – Trump National Golf Club & Lake Norman Yacht Club
Private events, but fireworks are visible from public lake areas. -
Lake Wylie Fireworks
Friday, July 4, around 9:00 p.m. – Boyd Bridge area
Fireworks viewable from nearby public areas, no admission fee. -
Red, White & Belmont
Friday, July 4, 6:00 p.m. – Stowe Park
Free music and fireworks celebration in Belmont. -
Rock Hill’s Red, White & BOOM!
Friday, July 4, 4:00–9:00 p.m. – Main Street, Rock Hill
Free event featuring live music, food, and fireworks. -
SkyShow 2025 – Uptown Charlotte
Thursday, July 3
Fireworks follow the Charlotte Knights game at Truist Field. First pitch is at 6:05 p.m. -
U.S. of Cay – Tega Cay’s 4th of July Celebration
Friday, July 4, all day
Free day-long celebration with fireworks at 9:00 p.m. over the golf course.
