Join us in Beaufort, NC to celebrate 250 years of independence on Saturday, July 4, 2026!
4th of July Parade
The festivities begin with the annual parade at 11:00 AM along Front Street in downtown Beaufort. Residents and visitors are invited to line the streets and enjoy this patriotic community tradition!
Fireworks Celebration
The celebration continues from 6:00–9:00 PM at Gallants Channel on West Beaufort Road, featuring food trucks, live music by Wes Rider and The Sea Dog Collective, family-friendly activities, and a spectacular fireworks display at 9:00 PM.
For more information and parade registration, visit VisitBeaufortNC.com.
Parade RegistrationRegistration for participants in the 2026 July 4th Parade is NOW OPEN! Visit visitbeaufortnc.com/parade-registration to sign up today! Registration closes at 11:45PM July 1st and line-up assignments will be shared via email on July 2nd. Parade Registration requires a fee of $10 to help offset the Beaufort Business Association's insurance costs associated with hosting this event. Attendance to this community event is FREE!