Watch the fireworks comfortably here at Dry Falls Brewing Co. Our front patio makes for a comfortable and easy viewing of the fireworks. Our food truck will be Taqueria Lupita. Join us in celebration!
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The Land of the Sky Symphonic Band Fourth of July Concert
Free concert! Parking behind church. Event is in the Candler Center.
July 4th Celebration
Free hamburgers and hotdogs with a community covered dish / potluck.
Fire on the Mountain // Fourth of July Celebration
Get ready to get down on July 4! Join us for an unforgettable celebration at Drip Sauna featuring live music sets from the great Noah Proudfoot and DJ Osiah! We’ve got all the makings for a memorable summer night – dance party under the stars, a bonfire, hot glowing saunas, food from the local favorite Yalla, and fun activations like collaborative art stations.
This magical property dubbed ‘The Overlook’ is perched above the French Broad River, with stellar views for July 4 fireworks.
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→ SCHEDULE:
- 6:00 PM – Doors Open (get here early for open sauna sessions, yard games, food by Yalla, and more!)
- 8:00-9:30 PM – NOAH PROUDFOOT
- 9:30-11:00 PM – DJ OSIAH
→ Essentials for the event
- Parking is limited to the Dog Tag Art lot, just below our location. It’s a 2min walk up the hill from there. Please be mindful when parking, knowing we’ll have a lot of cars arriving.
- Bring your own water bottles! We’ll have some fresh water on site but appreciate you helping reduce waste!
- There will be some non-alcoholic beverages and buchi available for sale, as well as some delicious eats from Yalla (venmo, cash, card accepted)
- Children 12 and under are free, but we expect parents to accompany them at all times, and please bring ear protection for children under 7.
- Get your tickets early to secure your entry! (We’ve capped the event headcount!)
→ ABOUT THE ARTISTS
- **Noah Proudfoot**
From the Appalachian Mountains of Asheville, North Carolina, Noah Proudfoot is a songwriter with a simple mission- to uplift and inspire humanity through the gift of music. His heartfelt lyrics reflect the sensitivity of a seasoned writer, as he artfully weaves personal stories together with the full spectrum of the human experience. Over the years Noah has had the opportunity to share stages with national acts such as Matisyahu, Gone Gone Beyond, Yaima, and Satsang. Noah is currently on a Kickstarter tour, raising funds to record his third album at Sacred Sound Studios in Costa Rica. He looks forward to playing new songs from that album at Drip Sauna!
- **DJ Osiah**
Osiah is your dance doula – here to birth you into fully liberated ecstasy. His mixes are full spectrum experiences where no feeling is off limits. He takes you on a journey from stillness to chaos and then back home, telling a story through movement and sound, keeping you in that place beyond thought, in that present moment primal feeling, redefining what is holy, wholesome and spiritual. Come twerk yourself to freedom.
→ ABOUT DRIP SAUNA
Drip Sauna is Asheville’s one and only outdoor wood-fired sauna & cold plunge experience. We’re all about connecting community and nature through unique and intentional experiences. This is the first of many events to come – please connect with us if you’re interested in collaborating!
www.drip-sauna.com
July 4th Float and Float (pre Wheel Scorcher)
4th of July Float and Float in Asheville! We’ll paddle nearly 5 miles on Stand Up Paddleboards, inflatable kayaks, and rafts down a very mellow section of the French Broad River that runs right through the heart of Asheville. We’ll have tunes and get as funky and fun as you like!
We have a limited number of SUPs and inflatable kayaks for rent for $25 with paddle and gear thanks to Matt Moses at USA Raft! If you have e your own SUP, Raft, etc please feel free to bring it in. Tubes are fine too. I also have a couple of rafts we’ll bring with coolers, gear, drybags and music! We will meet at 10 am at the Craven Street Bridge Parking Area in Asheville next to the French Broad River in the River Arts District at 10:00am. We’ll have to set our own shuttle to Hominy Creek Park, so we will figure out which cars will shuttle folks up.
- We will float 5 miles back down from Hominy Creek Park. Plan to be on the river 3-4 hours…probably finishing and back around 3 or 4 depending on how fast/slow we go.
- Afterwards, we’ll give folks time to get their cars back etc and regroup at 6pm at The Wedge Foundation for some beverages and hit the Foundation Skate Park.
- We’ll head from here in to Asheville where we’ll roll in to town for a fun group ride. We’ll hit Ben’s Tune Up, of course and can charge there.
- Then, we’ll watch fireworks in downtown Asheville at 9pm. We have some great spots to watch from.
- Afterwards, people can continue to check out town and split off.
Look forward to showing you some fun stuff around Asheville! This is a trip for fun and not actually affiliated with Wheel Scorcher.
Join at your own risk. It’s gonna be a wheely good time!
WAYNESVILLE: July 4th Chill on the HILL Fireworks Show Fundraiser
Come on out to our 2025 “Chill on the Hill” event! We will have food trucks, music, bounce houses, and fireworks. $25 per car, bring the whole family! Fun for all ages, and you’ll support the Tuscola Band along the way! See you there!
LAKE LURE: Lake Lure Community Independence Celebration
What to expect at this event:
- All-You-Can-Eat Southern Cook-out banquet from 6:30pm – 8:30pm
- Cash bar from 6:30pm – 8:30pm
- Live DJ from 6:30pm – 9pm
- Lifeguard on duty for swimming from 6:30 – 8pm
- Firework show at Dusk
Bring your beach blankets, beach chairs, and swimming floats!
Admission is LIMITED due to the occupancy maximums.
- Advance Tickets: $24.95 adults, $12.95 kids 6-12 years, kids under 6 no charge.
- “Walk on” Tickets: $29.95/person, $15.95 kids over 6 years, kids under 6 no charge.
Visit www.lakeluretours.com or www.lakelure.com to purchase your tickets online or purchase Advance Tickets by calling 828-625-2525, Ext. 0.
LAZRLUVR Rock The Block Street Party w/Continuum Art Market and Ten Toe Turbo!
We’re closing down the street and throwing a massive block party for Independence Day Weekend. Expect live music, cold beer, street food, local art, and all the summer energy you can handle.
Ten Toe Turbo gets the party started at 4PM, and then LazrLuvr takes the stage at 7PM for a special birthday set.
There’ll be food trucks, beer tents, and an art market curated by our neighbors at Continuum Art & Tattoo.
Free to attend. No outside food, drinks, coolers, or pets—just show up ready for a good time.
This is the one you don’t want to miss.
The Great American Bash with the Brother Gillespie and The Get Right Band
Presented by Adamas Entertainment and The Scotsman Public House, “The Great American Bash” will feature Americana/rock sensation The Brothers Gillespie and rock/soul outfit The Get Right Band on Saturday, July 6, in the parking lot of The Scotsman, located at 37 Church Street in downtown Waynesville.
Doors open at 4 p.m. Music kicks off at 5:30 p.m. with The Get Right Band, with The Brothers Gillespie hitting the stage at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15. As well, there will be a special after-party starting at 9:30 p.m.
VIP tickets are also available for $35, which includes one (1) drink and one (1) meal. The VIP meal will be a specific offering from The Scotsman for the event itself. The VIP entry includes an exclusive bar and bathroom.
A 50/50 drawing will take place during the performances, with proceeds going to REACH of Haywood County (reachofhaywood.org).
This is an all ages outside event. Rain or shine. Ticket sales are final. Parking is free and located on the streets surrounding The Scotsman.
Full bar service available (N/A and alcoholic drinks for purchase). Food by The Scotsman available (food for purchase). Must be over 21 and have a valid ID to purchase alcohol. If you are caught with outside alcohol or drugs of any kind, you will be asked to leave with no refund.
To note, children ages 12 and under are admitted free. Strollers and camping chairs are allowed. However, camping chairs must be placed in the rear section of the viewing area. No outside food or drink. Bags and purses are subject to search. No weapons. No animals (except for service animals).
Little Switzerland Independence Day Parade
This year’s Independence Day parade theme is “DANCE”! Independence Day parade participants line up at Geneva Hall “Uptown” LS at 3:30pm on July 4th. Parade starts at 4pm & will proceed “Downtown” where they will pass the Judges on the porch of the Switzerland Cafe.