Weekender: 28 things to do in Charlotte this July 4 weekend
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A 704 Party will host a huge block party on Friday, July 4, in lower South End with DJs, outdoor roller-skating, vendors, a band and more. Photo: Courtesy of Erin Thames
Uptown is kicking off Fourth of July celebrations with fireworks on Thursday, but there's a list of events that'll keep the celebrations going from Friday to Sunday.
Friday, July 4
🎉 Celebrate the Fourth of July with A 704 Party's huge block party with a band, vendors, roller-skating, DJs, food and drinks at Queen Park Social. | $17.49 | 3–9pm | Details
🎷 Vibe to a jazz, funk and soul band at Middle C Jazz. | $69.65–$90.65 | 6:30–10:15pm | Details
🏃♂️ Celebrate the Fourth of July at Symphony Park with a 4-mile run with prizes. | $15–$45 | 7:30am | Details
🇺🇸 Tread white and blue in a 5K trail race with three courses at Whitewater Center and stick around for a specialty drink and live music in the evening. | $40–$45 | 8am | Details
🎵 Vibe to live music at the Boileryard in Camp North End. | Free | 6–9pm | Details
🎊 Pull up to a "Cowboy Carter"-themed block party with crafts, empanadas, dancing and beats at La Bodeguita in Camp North End. | Free | 12–2pm | Details
🎇 Drive to downtown Belmont to catch a fireworks show and concert that the whole family can enjoy. | Free | 4–10:30pm | Details
🇺🇸 Honor Independence Day at the Charlotte Museum of History with music, speeches, voter education and more. | Free | 11am–2pm | Details
🎊 Party with Better Luck TMRW all weekend long at three events with dance floors, DJs, food and drinks. | Prices vary | Runs through Saturday | Details
🎡 Take the family to the Queen Charlotte Fair at Route 29 Pavilion with games, food and rides. | $6–$12 | Runs through Saturday | Details
🍻 Dress in red, white and blue for a pub crawl through Uptown. | $16+ | 4pm | Details
Saturday, July 5
🏓 Learn the basics of pickleball with friends in a beginner-friendly game at Rally. | $5 | 3pm | Details
🤣 Laugh the night away at Charlotte Comedy Theater. | $15 | 6pm | Details
😂 Enjoy a comedy showcase while eating from a food stall at Monarch Market. | Free | 7pm | Details
🛍️ Shop from local vendors in an outdoor market at The Bowl at Ballantyne. | Free | 10am–3pm | Details
🧑🌾 Shop for fresh produce from South End's farmers market at Atherton Mill. | Free | 8am–1pm | Details
🤑 Grab your bestie and spend the day shopping from local vendors at Sycamore Brewing and stick around for a drink before walking the rail trail. | Free | 12–5pm | Details
⚽️ Cheer on Charlotte FC as they take on Orlando City SC at Bank of America Stadium. | $34+ | 7pm | Details
🏟️ See USA National Rugby take on Belgium Rugby at American Legion Memorial Stadium. | $50+ | 7:30pm | Details
🎉 Party with a DJ on the rooftop at Queen City Quarter (formerly Epicenter). | Prices vary | 4–9pm | Details
Sunday, July 6
🎭 See "Blues for Mama" at Booth Playhouse at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. | $40–$60 | 6pm | Details
🖌️ Create a watercolor bingo card at La Bodeguita in Camp North End for their craft club to keep track of all your summer adventures. | Free | 11am–1pm | Details
🛍 Spend Sunday strolling through Front Porch Sundays with more than 100 vendors in South End (Atherton). | Free | 10:30am–4:30pm | Details
🎊 Put on your denim and blue to dance around to music with DJs on The Royal Tot's rooftop. | $11.99+ | 5–9pm | Details
🤣 Get a laugh with comedian Tony Roberts at The Comedy Zone. | $30+ | Times vary | Details
🏟️ See Crown Legacy FC take on Orlando City B at Sportsplex at Matthews. | $14+ | 7pm | Details
👑 Enjoy a rodeo drag brunch at Dilworth Neighborhood Grille. | $17+ | 11am–2pm | Details
🍷 Sip on wine and enjoy a poetry open mic at The Auto Pour. | $15+ | 5:30pm | Details
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