Where to See Fireworks in Charlotte: 2024 – Charlotte Magazine

A list of spots to catch a fireworks show during the week of July 4th

June 27

Mount Holly Nights: Coming Up Brass 

Check out the kids’ zone, food trucks, fireworks, and live music from Coming Up Brass. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Downtown Mount Holly, South Main St., Mount Holly.

Red, White, and Belmont

Head to downtown Belmont for food and drinks, live music performed by 20 Ride, a Zac Brown tribute band, and fireworks. 6-10:30 p.m. 24 S. Main St., Belmont.

June 29

Fireworks over Historic Spencer Shops

Spend the day at the N.C. Transportation Museum, then stay for the evening’s festivities from 5:30 – 9:30 pm.

On display will be the Ride of Pride trucks from Daimler Trucks North America’s Cleveland, NC plant. Activities include a balloon twister artist, bubble show, DJ music, inflatables, children’s craft area, corn hole, and other lawn games.

For a small fee, guests are invited to take a ride in a WWII era Dodge Weapons Carrier, as well as a ride on our turntable, the centerpiece of railroad operations at the largest remaining roundhouse in North America. All other activities are free. Visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets.

June 30

Celebrate America!

Join the Charlotte Symphony for a rousing, patriotic concert, then stick around to see the fireworks. Concert begins at 8:15 pm at Symphony Park at SouthPark mall. Fireworks start at 9 pm.

July 3

Field of Flags 2024

The Lowe’s YMCA and The Exchange Club of Mooresville/Lake Norman are hosting the annual Field of Flags Summer Celebration with live music, food trucks, fireworks, and over 800 American flags displayed across the Lowe’s YMCA front fields. The Field of Flags Summer Celebration is the largest Independence Day event in the Lake Norman area and raises funds to support community efforts such as childhood literacy programs, safe places for families, and drowning prevention initiatives. Live music starts at 7 pm, with fireworks at 9:15 pm.

Fort Mill Independence Day Celebration

Fort Mill celebrates its 150th birthday alongside America’s 248th birthday. Enjoy live music, food trucks, children’s activities and an amazing fireworks show. 6-9:30- p.m., Walter Elisha Park, 345 N. White St., Fort Mill.

Town of Matthews Independence Day Celebrati0n

Indulge in food truck cuisine, family activities, live music from the Cat 5 Band, and fireworks. 5-9 p.m. Stumptown Park, 120 S. Trade St., Matthews.

July 3 & 4

Carowinds’ July 4 Fireworks

Celebrate Independence Day as a family at Carowinds’ annual fireworks show. Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. both nights and are accompanied by an all-American soundtrack. The best viewing locations are in the Carolina Boardwalk, County Fair, and Celebration Plaza areas. Carowinds, 14523 Carowinds Blvd.

July 4

City of Gastonia Fourth of July Celebration

Head to downtown Gastonia for food trucks, a beer garden, live music, watermelon- and apple pie-eating contests, and fireworks. 5-9:30 p.m. 111 N. South St., Gastonia.

4th of July Lake Wylie Fireworks Show

Food, activities, and entertainment for all ages, followed by a fireworks display over Lake Wylie. Viewing locations include Buster Boyd Bridge Boat Landing, Papa Doc’s Shore Club, Rey Azteca, Lake Wylie Italian and Pizza, and Bagel Boat. Fireworks begin at dusk (typically 9:30pm). Buster Boyd Bridge, S.C. Hwy. 49, Lake Wylie.

Charlotte Knights SkyShow at Truist Field

There is nothing more American than baseball and fireworks. Spend your 4th of July at Truist Field and watch the Knights take on the the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp, followed by the largest fireworks show in the Southeast.