Celebrate 4th of July Weekend in Black Mountain
Looking for fun this Independence Day? Black Mountain and the Swannanoa Valley are full of festive events all weekend long—from fireworks and live music to yoga hikes, rodeos, rooftop toasts, and more.
Here’s your quick guide to what’s happening:
Black Mountain Fireworks
Location: 205 NC-9 (behind old Bi-Lo)
Time: July 4 | Dusk (around 9 PM)
Admission: Free
Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy this dazzling annual show—visible from downtown and nearby spots.
Old Fort Pro Rodeo and Fireworks
Location: 189 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort
Time: July 3 & 4 | Gates open at 5:30 PM | Rodeo starts at 7:30 PM
Tickets: $20 adults | $10 kids (6–12) | Free for kids under 5
Cash only at the gate
Award-winning rodeo fun with bulls, broncs, barrel racing, and fireworks on the 4th.
Marion 4th of July Parade
Location: Main Street Marion
Time: July 4 at 6:00 PM
Admission: Free
Live Music Lineup
July 3
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JackTown Ramblers at White Horse – 8:00 PM
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Bridget Gossett Band at Pisgah Brewing – 7:30 PM
July 4
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Liliana Hudgens Band at Lookout Brewing – 6:00 PM
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Land of the Sky Symphonic Band at White Horse – 7:30 PM
- Ashley Heath at Old Town District – 7:00 PM
July 5
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Pinkish Floyd Tribute at White Horse – 8:00 PM
Parties and Pop-Ups
Blunt Pretzels Bash
Time: July 4 | 2:00–8:00 PM
Free Community Cookout from 4:00–6:00 PM
Games, biergarten atmosphere, and community fun
Lookout Brewing 4th of July Party
Time: July 4 | 4:00–9:00 PM
Live music, burgers, and a great view of the fireworks
Old Town Block Party
Time: July 4 | Starts at 4:00 PM
Food, drinks, live music, and fireworks viewing
Hell or High Water Rooftop Celebration
Time: July 4 | 7:00 PM
Rooftop views, dessert, and prosecco toast
Outdoor Wellness Events
Waterfall Yoga Hikes
Location: Catawba Falls
Dates: July 4 & 5 | 8:30 AM
Join a 2–3 hour mindful adventure with hiking and movement in nature
Weekend Specials
$5 Bloody Marys & Mimosas
Location: Foothills Grange
Date: July 5
Looking for more fun events? Check out our full calendar
