Town of North Wilkesboro, NC

06/24/2026

🚒 One of Wilkes County’s favorite Independence Day traditions returns!

Join us in Downtown North Wilkesboro on July 4 for the annual Firetruck Parade, rolling through at 8 PM. 🎆

Bring your family, grab a spot along the route, and help us celebrate Independence Day with this beloved tradition!

06/24/2026

June 24, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

North Wilkesboro Celebrates Independence Day with Marketplace Meltdown and America 250 Festivities

NORTH WILKESBORO, NC — The Town of North Wilkesboro invites residents and visitors to join a full evening of patriotic celebration on Saturday, July 4, featuring the return of Marketplace Meltdown with additional America 250 activities.

The celebration begins at 11:00 AM at the Liberty Theatre with a free screening of the film “The American Miracle,” presented by the Rendezvous Mountain Chapter DAR. At 2:00 PM in Wilkesboro, the Charters of Freedom Dedication Ceremony will take place at Town Hall. Also in Wilkesboro at 2:00 PM, the Performing Arts Conservatory’s "The Children's Pageant for Children" will be presented at the Wilkes Heritage Museum. The Celebrate America 250 Parade will begin at 4:00 PM and travel from Wilkesboro into North Wilkesboro.

Marketplace Meltdown will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Yadkin Valley Marketplace (842 CBD Loop, North Wilkesboro). This year’s celebration will feature live music from Jordan Pickett, food trucks, beverages sold on-site, a free face painter, a balloon artist, and a bubbler, America 250 exhibits, educational presentations, and activities. Guests can enjoy exhibits, including the Wilkes Heritage Museum, the Rendezvous Mountain Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Rendezvous Mountain, the Wilkes County Public Library, the Overmountain Victory Trail, the Wilkes Genealogical Society, and more. Check out our Facebook event for more info - July 4th Marketplace Meltdown

At 8:00 PM, enjoy the community favorite Firetruck Parade as local first responders roll through downtown with lights, sirens, and patriotic spirit.

The evening concludes at 9:00 PM with a special performance by the America 250 Choir and the Wilkes Symphony Orchestra at the Historic Train Depot, followed by a fireworks display over downtown North Wilkesboro. Hot dogs and ice cream will be sold on site at the Depot.

Bring your lawn chairs and celebrate Independence Day with an evening of history, music, community, and fireworks in downtown North Wilkesboro.

06/23/2026

Celebrate 250 Years of America by Honoring Our History!

As part of this year's Independence Day celebration, explore historic displays and hear guest speakers share stories from our nation's past. Learn about the people, events, and ideals that have shaped America over the last 250 years while enjoying all the fun of Marketplace Meltdown.

📍 Yadkin Valley Marketplace
⏱️ 5–8 PM
📅 July 4

Then, make your way to the Historic Train Depot for a special performance by the American Sings Choir & Orchestra during the fireworks display.

📍 Historic Train Depot
⏱️ 9 PM
📅 July 4

Come celebrate our history, honor our heritage, and enjoy a day filled with community, music, and patriotic pride!

06/22/2026

👀 Uncle Sam is still hanging out in Downtown North Wilkesboro!

Have you spotted him yet? Be sure to keep an eye out while you're shopping, dining, and exploring downtown. You never know where Uncle Sam might pop up next!

Drop a 👋 in the comments if you've found him!

06/22/2026

06/21/2026

The Marketplace Meltdown is less than TWO weeks away!

🎶 Live music
🌭 Food trucks
🎈 Family Fun Zone
🚒 Firetruck Parade at 8 PM
🎆 Fireworks after dark

Join us on July 4th at the Yadkin Valley Marketplace from 5PM to 8PM!

06/19/2026

🎶Here’s what’s cooking at Concerts on the Deck tomorrow!🎶

🦞 Cousins Maine Lobster
🧁 KP’S Cakes
🥤 The Change Wagon
🍦 Buttercups Ice Cream and Beverages
🍔 Burgers and More on the Go

Bring your appetite and enjoy a great evening of food, fun, and live music🍴

📍Yadkin Valley Marketplace
⏱️6PM - 10PM
📅June 20th

06/18/2026

☕The Rendezvous Mountain Chapter NSCDAR invites you to the Red, White & Brew Tea Party!

📅July 2, 2026
⏱️12:00 PM
📍Wilkes Heritage Museum

This is a FREE event celebrating fellowship, history, and America’s 250th anniversary. To reserve your seats, please RSVP with your name and the names of your guests by June 26, 2026 to [email protected].