Cary Presents: Independence Day Celebration
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 2:30 PM
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.
Re-Entry
Re-Entry will be allowed for this event, However, Entry/re-entry may be denied if the venue is at max capacity - Please arrive early!
Road Closures & Maps
Access to parts of Symphony Lake Greenway located at Koka Booth Amphitheatre will be limited after 8 a.m. on Thursday, July 3, until the morning of July 5.
Road Closures: Friday, July 4th
- 8 a.m. – Road closure of eastbound Regency Parkway and southbound on Ederlee starting at Atria Senior Living.
- 8 a.m. – Road closures on Ederlee at Avenue of the Estates (No northbound traffic). Closure of both lanes of Peregrine Pl. All Traffic from US 64/U.S. 1 southbound routed around the venue on Regency Parkway.
If attempting to reach U.S. 1 from the southern end of Regency Parkway please drive around to Penny Road and then to Kildaire Farm Road.
- 6 p.m. (approximate) – Closure of southbound Regency Parkway from Tryon Road/U.S. 64 and U.S. 1 to the intersection of Regency Parkway and Regency Forest.
- Midnight - All lanes open, normal traffic resumes
For additional information, please visit the Amphitheatre’s website at www.boothamphitheatre.com or call 919-462-2025 with questions. Stay up to date with the event and Text JULY4 to 51507.
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
Emcee: "SweetChuck"
DJ: DJ Bri, Ryder Entertainment
3:30 PM: Gates Open
4:00 PM: Acoustic performance starts: Story Charlemagne (The Triangle)
4:05 PM: The Scouts Present the Red, White & Blue
4:15 PM: Cary Town Band
5:15 PM: Acoustic performance starts: Emma Rae (Members Lounge)
5:30 to 7 PM: Stage Activities/Crowd Involvement
7:20 PM: Message from mayor Harold Weinbrecht
7:30 PM: Your North Carolina Symphony
9:25 PM: Fireworks
9:50 PM: DJ Bri Dance Party
10:10 PM: Raffle Drawing - 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
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Ticket Prizes: Maren Morris, Laurie Berkner, and Australian Pink Floyd
Vendors & Food Trucks
🎆 Check out the lineup of our vendors and food trucks, all ready to welcome you at our Independence Day Celebration in Cary!
VENDORS:
- Boba Baba Tea
- Capital City Cotton Candy
- Capital Vacations
- Carolina Hurricanes Slap Shot
- Chick-fil-A
- Dakota Fox Entertainment
- HIS Radio Fun Patrol
- Lavish Soap Box
- Maui Wowi Smoothies
- Nautical Acai Bowl
- Smothered Chocolate Covered Strawberries
- Swift Creek Exchange
- The Crazy Axe
- The Yard Milkshake Bar
- Triangle Treasure Hunt
- Triangle Twirl
FOOD TRUCKS:
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