Ready for some 4th of July fun? We have got all the info you need to know about where to go and what to see this Independence Day. No matter what part of the beach you are on, there is something fun for the whole family.
OBX Fireworks
Town of Nags Head 15th Annual Independence Day Fireworks Spectacular
9:25 p.m. at Nags Head Fishing Pier Milepost 11
This event is back and better than ever! Zambelli Fireworks will present the program, promising unforgettable fireworks.
The following public beach accesses are recommended for access to the beach for fireworks viewing:
| South of Nags Head Fishing Pier | North of Nags Head Fishing Pier |
| Curlew Street | Bladen Street |
| Hollowell Street | Bittern Street |
| Conch Street | Bonnett Street |
| Blackman Street | |
| Barnes Street |
Town of Duck 7th Annual 4th of July Parade
July 4, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. the parade beings with a concert and community social following at the Duck Town Park featuring music by Ruth Wyand and Friends, refreshments, the awarding of parade trophies, and a flash mob dance routine.
The one-mile parade route is the same annually and begins at the crest of the hill on Scarborough Lane. The route follows Scarborough Lane towards the ocean, turns left onto Ocean Way, and then heads down Christopher Drive ending back at Duck Road (NC 12). If you are attending the parade, please arrive early so you can get a good spot on the parade route. Parking in Town is at a premium, so please plan to walk or ride your bicycle and come early for the best spots!
Rodanthe Independence Day Celebration
July 4, 2011 2 p.m at the Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Community Building, 23186 Myrna Peters Dr., Rodanthe, NC.
Come out and enjoy patriotic music, a reading of the Deceleration of Independence and a watermelon feast. This is a FREE event!
America Celebrates! July 4th Fireworks with the Town of Manteo 
July 4, 2011 8 p.m. at the Outdoor Pavilion at Roanoke Island Festival Park
Don’t miss this spectacular July 4th tradition on the Outer Banks! Roanoke Island Festival Park, the Town of Manteo, and NCSA invite you to honor our nation’s independence and freedom with an evening of patriotic music and dazzling fireworks. NCSA’s Jazz Ensembleand Friends, featuring vocalist Becca Stevens, and members of the NCSA American Music Ensemble join together to presentan evening of patriotic melodies. Admission is free.
Corolla 4th of July Celebration
July 4, 2011 5:00 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Currituck Heritage Park in Corolla
Load up the car with blankets and chairs and come enjoy live music followed by a fireworks spectacular at 9 p.m. Admission and parking is free. The event is sponsored by the Currituck County Department of Travel and Tourism.
*Locals Tip: If you are looking for the best seat in the house make sure you visit Jockey’s Ridge State Park, which will be open late on July 4th for firework viewing.
