Experience the best of North Carolina at Capitol 250: NC Freedom Fest! Presented by the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, this free, all-day festival celebrates the arts, history, nature and culture that define NC’s role in the nation’s story. Enjoy musical performances. This downtown Raleigh celebration will complement a morning parade organized by the N.C. Department of Labor and evening fireworks at Dix Park organized by the City of Raleigh. July 4, 2026 from 10am – 4pm. More info available at america250.nc.gov.