Cary Presents: Independence Day Celebration
- July 4 / Friday 3:30 PM
Event Information
FREE EVENT! Join us for a salute to the red, white, and blue as we honor the birthday of the U.S.A. with the music of the North Carolina Symphony. Enjoy patriotic favorites, fun activities for kids and a dazzling firework display over Symphony Lake. Text JULY4 to 51597 for exclusive updates during this event.
North Carolina Symphony
Sophie Mok, conductor
Additional Ticket Information
General Admission lawn is FREE and does not require a ticket. A limited number of Reserved Table Seats are available for purchase. The whole table must be purchased.
NOTE: Purchasing a table will offer a view of the performances but does not guarantee a clear view of the fireworks. Fireworks may be obstructed by the tree canopy, the stage, or other structures.
Food & Beverage
For this event, picnics are welcomed. Guests may bring their own food and beverages, including beer and wine (but no hard liquor).
Concessions will be open selling a varierty of NEW delicious food items and beverages.
Items Allowed
For this event, KBA will allow all types of coolers and bags; however, to expedite entry, we prefer all guests bring 12" x 12" x 9" clear bags and/or coolers or bags no larger than 6" x 8".
- Beer and wine (no liquor)
- Coolers
- Outside food and beverages
- Camping chairs. No footrests, canopies, lounge chairs, tri-fold chairs, or swinging chairs. See examples. Please remove chairs from bags at security checkpoints.
- Blankets and towels
- Bags/purses
- Ponchos
- Strollers
- Handheld umbrellas
- Reusable bottles/cups
Water fill stations are located near restrooms.
All bags & coolers will be searched.
Items Prohibited
Prohibited items will need to be returned to guests’ vehicle before entering.
Please leave the following items at home:
- Balloons, Banners & Signs
- Beach umbrellas
- Brochures/Stickers/Handouts
- Confetti/Glitter
- Drones
- Fireworks
- Go Pros, Audio or video recorders
- Grills & Open Flames
- Illegal Drugs
- Laser Pointers
- Liquor
- Mats of any kind including yoga mats
- Noise Makers
- (Select) Lawn Chairs: No Footrest, Canopy, Lounge, Tri-Fold or Swinging Chairs.
- Pets of any kind (Excluding service Animal)
- Professional cameras with detachable lenses
- Sporting equipment
- Tarps, Plastic sheeting
- Tents/Stakes
- Weapons of Any Kind (Include but not limited to knives, guns, tasers, chains, studded/spiked jewelry)
Parking Information
PARKING LOTS OPEN AT 2:30PM
GENERAL PARKING: Parking is free of charge in Amphitheatre owned lots. Some local businesses may charge a fee to park in their lots.
PREFERRED PARKING: A limited number of PREFERRED parking spaces are available in advance for a discounted rate or $25.00 on the day of event if spaces are available.
ACCESSIBLE PARKING: A limited number of accessible parking spaces are available on a first come first served basis with the proper hang tag or license plate.
DROP OFF & PICK UP BEFORE 6PM: If using a ride share company please use the address 11000 Regency Parkway Cary, NC 27518. Follow the parking directional signs upon arrival and look for our Parking Staff.
DROP OFF & PICK UP AFTER 6PM: If using a ride share company please use the address 3700 Regency Parkway Cary, NC 27518.
Road Closures & Maps
Road Closures: Friday, July 4th
- 8:00am – Road closures on eastbound Regency Parkway and southbound on Ederlee Drive starting at Atria Senior Living.
- 8:00am – Road closures on Ederlee at Avenue of the Estates (No northbound traffic). Closure of both lanes of Peregrine Place. All Traffic From US 64/US 1 southbound routed around the venue on Regency Parkway.
If attempting to reach US 1 from the backside of Regency Parkway please drive around to Penny Road to Kildaire Farm Road.
- 6:00pm (approximate) – The main route towards the venue. Closure of southbound Regency Parkway from Tryon Road/US64 and Route 1 at the intersection of Regency Parkway and Regency Forest.
DROP OFF & PICK UP BEFORE 6PM: If using a ride share company please use the address 11000 Regency Parkway Cary, NC 27518. Follow the parking directional signs upon arrival and look for our Parking Staff.
DROP OFF & PICK UP AFTER 6PM: If using a ride share company please use the address 3700 Regency Parkway Cary, NC 27518.
Schedule
Check back as the event gets closer to discover a jam-packed schedule of fun-tastic happenings!
Emcee: "SweetChuck"
DJ: DJ Bri, Ryder Entertainment
3:30 PM: Gates Open
4:00 PM: Acoustic performances by Emma Rae (in Members Lounge) and Story Charlemagne (at The Triangle)
4:15 PM: Cary Town Band
7:30 PM: North Carolina Symphony
9:25 PM: Fireworks
10:00 PM: RAFFLE DRAWING ONSITE following fireworks - MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN!
JULY 4TH RAFFLE:
- Grand Prize: 2 Night Staycation at the Beaufort Hotel, Beaufort NC
- Pepsi Prize Pack: Signed Luke Kuechly NFL Helmet and football.
- Ticket Prizes: VIP Tickets and more to come!
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