- Jamie Killian
Red, White and Boom: 7 Ways to View Fireworks in Gaston County all Weekend Long
The Fourth of July is just around the corner and it’s time to start planning where to see fireworks. This year's festivities will be sure to draw crowds, making each event fun and exciting. Make your plans and arrive early to get a great spot to take in the festivities.
Thursday, July 1
Mount Holly Fireworks Festival
6 p.m.-10 p.m.
South Main Street
Mount Holly knows how to have a good time. Come for an evening of fun and festivities and check out local businesses and restaurants while you're at it. Festivities include:
Fireworks after dark
Friday, July 2
Cherryville’s Independence Day Celebration
6 p.m.-10 p.m.
Main Street, Cherryville
Celebrate Independence day and explore downtown Cherryville. Festivities include:
6 pm.—DJ Johnny B
6 p.m.— Miss Fourth of July
Fireworks at dark
Saturday, July 3
Red, White and Belmont
Saturday, July 3, 2 p.m.-10:30 p.m.
South Main Street, Belmont
Bring a chair and set up in downtown Belmont for music, food trucks, local vendors, small businesses and, of course, a fireworks display.
6 p.m.— DJ Eric Bowman
7 p.m.— The Breakfast Club
10 p.m.—Fireworks
Cramerton Independence Day Celebration
6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Centennial Center, 100 Center St., Cramerton
Downtown Cramerton has the perfect on-the-water spot for fireworks viewing. This year's festivities include:
Face painting by Hamm it Up Face Painting
Fireworks at dark
Kings Mountain’s Red White and Boom
6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Patriots Park, 220 South Railroad Ave., Kings Mountain
Deal Walking Track, 211 North Cleveland Ave., Kings Mountain
Kings Mountain is presenting two events in one—a laser show and fireworks! Guests can expect:
Patriots Park
Food trucks and inflatables
6 p.m.— ACE Party Band
9:30 p.m.— Laser Show (sync to 101.1 FM)
Deal Walking Track
9:45 p.m.— Fireworks
U.S. Whitewater Center Fourth of July Celebration
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy., Charlotte
Both days will feature free yoga classes as well as recreational activities with the purchase of a pass.
July 3rd
6 p.m.— Jude Moses
8 p.m.— Con Brio
9:30 p.m.— Fireworks
July 4th
Sunday, July 4
City of Dallas 4th of July Celebration
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Cloninger Park, South Oakland Street, Dallas
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy music in downtown Dallas, along with a fireworks display. Guests can look forward to:
6 p.m.— Almost Vintage
Fireworks at nightfall
City of Gastonia Fourth of July Celebration
4 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Rotary Centennial Pavilion, 107 N. South St. Gastonia
The festivities will feature two bands, as well as local vendors and food trucks. For the kids, there will be balloon twisting and glitter tattoos. a local brew from the beer garden featuring Cavendish Brewery and Durty Bull Brewing Company.
4 p.m.— Thirsty Horses
6 p.m.— The Diamond River Band
9:30 p.m.— Fireworks