• 440th Army Band

    Fort Johnston-Southport Visitors Center and Museum 203 E BAY ST, SOUTHPORT, NC, United States

    The Festival is thrilled to host the 440th Army Band, a unique ensemble that serves as both the NC National Guard Ceremonial Band and Marching Band. The 440th Army Ceremonial Band is a band of forty citizen soldiers committed to supporting Soldiers of the NCNG—the 440th Army Band as a concert band, marching band, and […]

  • Red, White, & Blue Shrimparoo

    American Fish Company 150 Yacht Basin Dr, Southport, NC, United States

    NC 4th of July Shrimparoo Fundraiser The N.C. Fourth of July Festival invites the community to the Red, White & Blue Shrimparoo, from 4-7 p.m. Sunday, April 12th at The American Fish Company in Southport. All proceeds from this event will benefit this year’s festival, which will be held June 26-July 4 in Southport and […]

    $55
  • BBQ Fundraiser, Hosted by the Southport Fire Department

    Southport Fire Department Downtown Substation 111 E Nash St, Southport, NC, United States

    Join us for a delicious cause! The Southport Fire Department is hosting a BBQ fundraiser to benefit the NC 4th of July Festival 🇺🇸 📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026 ⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM 🍽️ Plate Includes: • Chopped BBQ • Cole Slaw • Baked Beans • Roll 💲 $15 per plate 📍 Pick-up […]

    $15
  • Festival Parade Dog Grand Marshal

    Electronic Event

    Festival Parade Dog Grand Marshal Celebrate the spirit of summer, our community, and the dogs who make it all a little brighter by entering your pup in the 2026 North Carolina Fourth of July Festival Dog Grand Marshal Contest. This is more than a contest—it’s a chance to spotlight the joy, loyalty, and personality your dog […]

    $1.00 – $5.00
  • Miss NC 4th of July Scholarship Pageant

    CMC Building at Southport Baptist Church 200 North Howe Street, Southport, NC, United States

    Join us for an evening of patriotism, confidence, and community pride at the 2026 Miss NC 4th of July Scholarship Pageant! Contestants from across Brunswick County will compete in age-appropriate divisions showcasing poise, personality, and love for our nation in this natural pageant experience. Proceeds from the pageant benefit the NC 4th of July Festival, […]

    $25
  • Welcoming Reception

    Southport Community Building 223 E Bay St, Southport, NC, United States

    Welcoming Reception for NC 4th of July Festival Date: Friday, June 26, 2026 Time: 4:30–5:30 PM Location: Southport Community Building Kick off the 2026 NC 4th of July Festival with the official Welcoming Reception hosted by the Southport Woman’s Club. This annual event marks the ceremonial start of a week of patriotic celebration in Southport. The […]

  • NC Maritime Museum Open

    NC Maritime Museum at Southport 204 E Moore St, SOUTHPORT, NC, United States
  • Old Brunswick Jail Open

    Old Brunswick Jail 318 E Nash St, Southport, NC, United States

    Hosted by the Southport Historical Society