HENDERSONVILLE: 4th of July Parade, Ice Cream Social & Special Fireworks Celebration Concert
Come out to Hendersonville on July 4th to celebrate our nation’s birthday! The day begins with a parade, which runs north along Main Street in the morning. In the evening, come downtown for a family-friendly festival with inflatables, kid’s games and activities, food trucks, and 2 stages of live music. The evening will be capped-off with a fireworks** display that can be seen from either concert area (sponsored by the Henderson County Tourism Development Authority). In 2024, the festivities are organized by the Arts Council of Henderson County, Downtown Merchants & Business Association, and Henderson County Parks and Recreation.
10:30am-11:00am – 4TH OF JULY PARADE in Downtown Hendersonville
- Come out on July 4th for a family-friendly celebration of our nation’s birthday, Enjoy a festive parade of local organizations, classic cars, veterans and more at the annual 4th of July Parade in Hendersonville, The parade route is on Main Street, from Caswell Street to 6th Avenue. Come back downtown in the evening to enjoy food trucks, kids games and activities, inflatables, live music on 2 stages, and the capstone of the evening, a festive fireworks display!
5:00pm-6:00pm – Live Music from JAM Kids at Henderson County Historic Courthouse @ 1 Historic Courthouse Square, Hendersonville NC
- Enjoy live music from JAM Kids at the Historic Courthouse! Jam Kids envisions a world where all children have the opportunity to experience community through the joy of participating in traditional mountain music. Their mission is to equip communities with the tools and support needed to teach children to play and dance to traditional old-time and bluegrass music. They believe that children who are actively engaged in traditional mountain music are more connected and better prepared to strengthen their communities for future generations.
5:00pm-9:00pm – Inflatables, Games, and Food Trucks in Downtown Hendersonville @ 1 Historic Courthouse Square, Hendersonville NC
- Celebrate the 4th of July with family and friends on Main Street! Join for a fun-filled day packed with activities for all ages. Enjoy inflatables, children’s games and food trucks.
6:15pm-7:15pm – Live Music from Brightleaf in Downtown Hendersonville @ 1 Historic Courthouse Square, Hendersonville NC
7:00pm-9:00pm – Live Music from It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere at Henderson County Welcome Center Stage @ 201 S Main St Hendersonville, NC 28792
Dark – FIREWORKS
- Fireworks will be launched shortly after dark from Jackson Park, which will be closed to the public at that time. Look for the big red balloon the morning of July 4th, if you can see it, you will be able to see fireworks.