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Highlights for Events from June 28th - July 4th
Click on each underlined event for a detailed schedule
Kite Festival - June 30th from 10AM - 3PM on Oak Island
Beach Day - July 1st is on Oak Island to celebrate when Long Beach and Yaupon Beach joined to make Oak Island. There are events throughout the day and end with Fireworks on the beach!!
There is a trolley available in Southport to help with parking July 2nd - July 4th from 10AM - 11PM From Southport Elementary
Parade 11AM
Vendors (Arts, Crafts and Food) at Waterfront park in Southport 11AM -10PM
Fireworks - Southport Waterfront at 9pm
The Fourth of July Festival in Southport, North Carolina, a celebration steeped in history and brimming with patriotic spirit. Each year, this charming coastal town comes alive with festivities that honor America's independence in grand style. From the vibrant parade that winds through the streets, showcasing local bands, colorful floats, and community groups, to the spectacular fireworks display that lights up the night sky over the Cape Fear River, Southport's Fourth of July Festival is a joyous occasion for residents and visitors alike. With a rich tradition dating back over 200 years, this beloved event is the largest Fourth of July celebration in North Carolina, offering a perfect blend of small-town charm and patriotic pride.
FRIDAY - JUNE 28th
June 28 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
American Red Cross Blood Drive
(By appointment only)
Southport Fire Department Downtown Substation 111 E. Nash Street, Southport, NC, United States
To schedule your appointment, please visit https://www.redcrossblood.org/ and choose the zip code 28461
June 28 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Historic Chapel of The Cross Self Guided Tours
St. Phillips Church 203 E Moore St, Southport, NC, United States
June 28 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fort Johnston Visitors Center and Museum
Fort Johnston Visitors Center and Museum 203 E Bay St, Southport, NC, United States
FREE
June 28 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
NC Maritime Museum Open
Maritime Museum 204 E Moore St, Southport, NC, United States
FREE
June 28 @ 3:00 pm
9/11 Remembered Traveling Memorial
Sponsored by The Southport Fire Department
Intersection of 87 and 211 Southport, United States
Mobile Exhibit
June 28 @ 6:00 pm
Welcoming Ceremony
Sponsored by The City of Southport
Fort Johnston Lawn 203 E Bay St, Southport, NC, United States
June 28 @ 6:00 pm
Flyover
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
June 28 @ 6:15 pm
Reading of The Declaration of Independence
Fort Johnston Lawn 203 E Bay St, Southport, NC, United States
June 28 @ 6:30 pm
440th Army Band
Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn 203 E Bay St, Southport, NC, United States
SATURDAY - JUNE 29th
June 29 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Freedom Run 5k-1Mile
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
5K Run/Walk - $45 Registration Fee
1 Mile Run/Walk - FREE
June 29 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Historic Chapel of The Cross Self Guided Tours
St. Phillips Church 203 E Moore St, Southport, NC, United States
June 29 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fort Johnston Visitors Center and Museum
Fort Johnston Visitors Center and Museum 203 E Bay St, Southport, NC, United States
June 29 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
NC Maritime Museum Open
Maritime Museum 204 E Moore St, Southport, NC, United States
June 29 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Summer Regional Artshow-Event of the Associated Artist of Southport
Franklin Square Gallery 130 E West St, Southport, NC, United States
June 29 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
9/11 Remembered Traveling Memorial
Sponsored by The Southport Fire Department
Nash St Southport, NC, United States
June 29 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Over the River Theatre Company Presents:
“The Complete History of America”
Amuzu Theater 111 N Howe St, Southport, NC, United States
FREE
June 29 @ 3:00 pm
39th Annual Fire Fighters Freedom Competition & Apparatus Expo
115 E. Nash St Southport, NC, United States
June 29 @ 3:00 pm
Patriotic Concert: The Sea Notes Choral Society
Odell Williamson Auditorium at Brunswick Community College 150 College Rd, Bolivia, NC, United States
June 29 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Over the River Theatre Company Presents:
“The Complete History of America”
Amuzu Theater 111 N Howe St, Southport, NC, United States
FREE
SUNDAY - JUNE 30th
Kite Fest - Oak Island, NC 2024
10AM - 3PM
June 30 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Kite Fest-Event of Oak Island Parks and Recreation
Middleton Park SE 46th St, Oak Island, NC, United States
June 30 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Food Vendors-Event of Oak Islands Parks and Recreation
Middleton Park SE 46th St, Oak Island, NC, United States
June 30 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
9/11 Remembered Traveling Memorial
Sponsored by The Southport Fire Department
Nash St Southport, NC, United States
June 30 @ 10:15 am
Kite Demonstrations
Middleton Park SE 46th St, Oak Island, NC, United States
June 30 @ 10:45 am
Kite Demonstrations
Middleton Park SE 46th St, Oak Island, NC, United States
June 30 @ 11:15 am
Kite Demonstrations
Middleton Park SE 46th St, Oak Island, NC, United States
June 30 @ 11:45 am
Kite Demonstrations
Middleton Park SE 46th St, Oak Island, NC, United States
June 30 @ 12:00 pm
Uncle Sam Skydiving
Middleton Beach Access 49th st, Oak Island, United States
June 30 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
UPWA Live Pro Wrestling
Middleton Park SE 46th St, Oak Island, NC, United States
June 30 @ 3:00 pm
Patriotic Concert: The Sea Notes Choral Society
Odell Williamson Auditorium at Brunswick Community College 150 College Rd, Bolivia, NC, United States
June 30 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Gospel Sing
Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn 203 E Bay St, Southport, NC, United States
MONDAY - JULY 1st
BEACH DAY
OAK ISLAND, NC
July 1 @ 7:00 am
Beach Day Registration for Athletic Events
46th Street SE & Beach Drive Oak Island, NC, United States
July 1 @ 8:00 am
Beach Day Volleyball Tournament
46th Street SE & Beach Drive Oak Island, NC, United States
July 1 @ 9:00 am
Beach Day Horseshoes
Middleton Park SE 46th St, Oak Island, NC, United States
July 1 @ 9:00 am
Beached out Dog Costume Contest at the Stage
Middleton Park SE 46th St, Oak Island, NC, United States
July 1 @ 10:00 am
Beach Day Cornhole Tournament
Middleton Park SE 46th St, Oak Island, NC, United States
July 1 @ 10:00 am
Baby Bathing Suit Contest at the Stage
Middleton Park SE 46th St, Oak Island, NC, United States
July 1 @ 11:00 am
Beachin’ Golf Cart Contest at Basketball Court
Middleton Park Basketball Courts Oak Island, NC
July 1 @ 11:00 am
Beach Day Pre-K & School Age Balloon Toss at the Stage
Middleton Park Stage Oak Island, NC
July 1 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Beach Day Inflatables at Middleton Park
Middleton Park SE 46th St, Oak Island, NC, United States
July 1 @ 12:30 pm
Beach Day Sandcastle Contest
46th Street SE & Beach Drive Oak Island, NC, United States
July 1 @ 1:00 pm
Beach Day Jimmy Buffet Karaoke Sing
6th Grade and up at the Stage
Middleton Park Stage Oak Island, NC
July 1 @ 5:30 pm - 5:45 pm
Welcoming Ceremony
Middleton Park Extension 46th St & Dolphin Dr, Oak Island, NC, United States
July 1 @ 5:45 pm
Beach Day Oak Island Birthday Recognition
Middleton Park SE 46th St, Oak Island, NC, United States
July 1 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Oak Island Summer Concert Series- OKI Beach Day-20 Ride
Middleton Park SE 46th St, Oak Island, NC, United States
July 1 @ 9:00 pm
Beach Day Town of Oak Island Anniversary Fireworks
Oak Island Pier 705 Ocean Dr., Oak Island, NC, United States
TUESDAY- JULY 2ND
July 2 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Assumption of Command-596th Transportation Brigade
Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn 203 E Bay St, Southport, NC, United States
July 2 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
440th Army Band
Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn 203 E Bay St, Southport, NC, United States
July 2 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Canceled S.U.P. Parade
Public Boat Ramp located next to 5710 57 th Place W., Oak Island. Oak Island, NC
July 2 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Historic Chapel of The Cross Self Guided Tours
St. Phillips Church 203 E Moore St, Southport, NC, United States
July 2 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
9/11 Remembered Traveling Memorial
Sponsored by The Southport Fire Department
Nash St Southport, NC, United States
July 2 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
NC Maritime Museum Open
Maritime Museum 204 E Moore St, Southport, NC, United States
July 2 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Trolley available from Southport Elementary
Southport Elementary School 701 W 9th St, Southport, NC, United States
July 2 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Arts & Crafts
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 2 @ 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Food Concessions
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 2 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Children’s Entertainment
Organized by Brunswick Arts Council & Southport Rotary Club
Fort Johnston Lawn 203 E Bay St, Southport, NC, United States
July 2 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Summer Regional Artshow
Event of the Associated Artist of Southport
Franklin Square Gallery 130 E West St, Southport, NC, United States
July 2 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Military Exhibits
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 2 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Brunswick Summer Wind Ensemble
Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn 203 E Bay St, Southport, NC, United States
July 2 @ 4:00 pm
Red, White & Blue Freedom Flotilla
Organized by Cape Fear Yacht Club
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 2 @ 5:00 pm
Reading of The Declaration of Independence
Southport Waterfront Mainstage
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 2 @ 5:30 pm
A Salute to Veterans- Letters From Home
Southport Waterfront Mainstage
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 2 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Waterfront Stage Entertainment LunaSea
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
WEDNESDAY - JULY 3RD
July 3 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Children’s Games-Registration 8am/Games at 9am-Event of the City of Southport, Parks & Recreation
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 3 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Historic Chapel of The Cross Self Guided Tours
St. Phillips Church 203 E Moore St, Southport, NC, United States
July 3 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
9/11 Remembered Traveling Memorial ~~Sponsored by The Southport Fire Department
Nash St Southport, NC, United States
July 3 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
NC Maritime Museum Open
Maritime Museum 204 E Moore St, Southport, NC, United States
July 3 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Military Exhibits
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 3 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Summer Regional Artshow
Event of the Associated Artist of Southport
Franklin Square Gallery
July 3 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Trolley available from Southport Elementary
Southport Elementary School 701 W 9th St, Southport, NC, United States
July 3 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Cape Fear Radio
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 3 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Arts & Crafts
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 3 @ 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Food Concessions
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 3 @ 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Old Brunswick Jail Open-Event of the Southport Historical Society
Old Jail Annex Nash and Rhett St, Southport, NC, United States
July 3 @ 1:00 pm
Flag Retirement Ceremony
Waterfront Stage
Organized by Richard H. Stewart Jr. American Legion Post 543 and Cape Fear Council of Boy Scouts
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 3 @ 1:30 pm
440th Army Band
Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn 203 E Bay St, Southport, NC, United States
July 3 @ 2:30 pm - 3:45 pm
Naturalization Ceremony
Sponsored By Downtown Southport, Inc
Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn 203 E Bay St, Southport, NC, United States
July 3 @ 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Waterfront Stage Entertainment -Salty Dawgs
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 3 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The Waterfront Mainstage Entertainment & Street Dance with The Embers
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
THURSDAY- JULY 4TH
July 4 @ 7:00 am - 10:30 am
Pancake Breakfast-Event of Trinity United Methodist Church
Trinity Methodist Church E Nash St, Southport, NC, United States
July 4 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Historic Chapel of The Cross Self Guided Tours
St. Phillips Church 203 E Moore St, Southport, NC, United States
July 4 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
9/11 Remembered Traveling Memorial
Sponsored by The Southport Fire Department
Nash St Southport, NC, United States
July 4 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Summer Regional Artshow
Event of the Associated Artist of Southport
Franklin Square Gallery 130 E West St, Southport, NC, United States
July 4 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Trolley available from Southport Elementary
Southport Elementary School 701 W 9th St, Southport, NC, United States
July 4 @ 10:15 am
Reading of The Declaration of Independence
Moore and Howe St Southport, NC, United States
July 4 @ 10:30 am
Flag Raising Ceremony
Organized by Brunswick Town Fort Anderson
Moore and Howe St Southport, NC, United States
July 4 @ 11:00 am
Fourth of July Festival Parade
Moore and Howe St Southport, NC, United States
July 4 @ 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Arts & Crafts
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 4 @ 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Food Concessions
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 4 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Cape Fear Radio
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 4 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
NC Maritime Museum Open
Maritime Museum 204 E Moore St, Southport, NC, United States
July 4 @ 1:00 pm
Flyover
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 4 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
First Responders Vehicle Display
Organized by City of Southport Fire & Police Dept.
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 4 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
UPWA Live Pro Wrestling
Nash St Southport, NC, United States
July 4 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Waterfront Stage Entertainment with The Doorsmen
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 4 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Waterfront Stage Entertainment with Liquid Pleasure
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 4 @ 9:00 pm
4th of July Fireworks
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
July 4 @ 9:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Band Returns to Waterfront Stage
Southport Waterfront Park Southport, NC, United States
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