Join over 15,000 of your neighbors for Wake Forest’s annual Fireworks Spectacular — bigger than ever in 2026 as the U.S. celebrates its 250th anniversary. The event is held inside Husky Stadium at Heritage High School, 1150 Forestville Road.
Gates open at 5:30 p.m. | Intermission (incl. Pledge of Allegiance & National Anthem) ~7:30 p.m.
Veterans from all military branches are invited to assemble in front of the stage to lead the Pledge of Allegiance during intermission. Features: headliner band, food trucks, fireworks show, and more.
For full details on the July 3–4 Independence Day Celebration (including the Children’s Parade and Art & More in the Park on July 4): bit.ly/WFIndependenceDay
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