Plus, Shindig on the Green returns this Saturday.
 
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Where to watch fireworks on the Fourth of July
Fireworks display over Asheville.
Watch the skies light up over Asheville. | Photo by Bill Rhodes via the City of Asheville
The Fourth of July is right around the corner, so let us help you plan your weekend festivities with three firework displays in and around Asheville.

Ingles Independence Day Celebration | Tuesday, July 4 | 12-10 p.m. | Pack Square Park, Asheville | Free | The event starts with The Ultimate Air Dogs from 12-4 p.m as the pups compete to see who can jump the furthest. Then, kick back in your lawn chairs and enjoy food and beverage vendors and live music, starting at 4:30 p.m. The firework extravaganza pops off at 9:30 p.m. to round out the celebrations.

Lake Julian Fireworks | Tuesday, July 4 | 8 a.m.-10 p.m. | Lake Julian Park, 37 Lake Julian Rd., Arden | Free | Spend the day enjoying fishing, picnic areas, disc golf, outdoor games, and more before the fireworks begin around 9:15 p.m. Cars aren’t allowed in the park, so shuttles from Estes Elementary School to the park will be available.

4th of July Fireworks | Tuesday, July 4 | 6-10 p.m. | Lookout Brewing Company, 103 S. Ridgeway Ave., Black Mountain | Free | Grab your friends to compete in Team Trivia before going to the back of the building to watch fireworks.
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Events
Wednesday, June 28
  • Blue Ridge PROUD | Wednesday, June 28 | 6-8 p.m. | Grove Arcade, 1 Page Ave., Asheville | Free | Join the Grove Arcade and Blue Ridge Pride as it kicks off its donor campaign with live jazz, light bites, and beverages.
  • Building our City: Asheville’s Urban Design Speaker Series | Wednesday, June 28 | 5:30-7 p.m. | The Collider, 1 Haywood St., Asheville | Free | Let Eric Kronberg teach you all about zoning ordinances in this edition of the speaker series.
Thursday, June 29
  • Project Mind Lab | Thursday, June 29 | 7-9 p.m. | DSSOLVR, 63 N. Lexington Ave., Asheville | Free | Asheville Museum of Science collaborates with DSSOLVR to bring adults an evening of intriguing discussions, captivating crafts, refreshing beverages, and the wonders of science.
  • World Premiere: “Nature’s Wisdom Thru Native Eyes” | Thursday, June 29 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Ave., Asheville | $15-$45 | The documentary from The Center for Cultural Preservation discusses storytelling, native wisdom, and nature’s intelligence to help us heal our relationship with the living world.
Friday, June 30
  • Wine Tasting with JP Bourgeois | Friday, June 30 | 6-8 p.m. | Botainst & Barrel Tasting Bar + Bottle Shop, 32 Broadway St. Ste. 110, Asheville | $5 | Taste an assortment of wines from France and Slovenia accompanied by live jazz from Syrrup.
  • Anime Costume Party | Friday, June 30 | 3-6 p.m. | Dr. Wesley Grant Sr. Southside Community Center, 285 Livingston St., Asheville | Free | Come dressed as your favorite character and participate in activities such as Naruto run races, foam sword fight matches, trivia, and anime-themed games, arts + crafts.
  • An Extraordinary Tasting Adventure | Friday, June 30, Saturday, July 1 | 12-5 p.m. | VICARIO Distillery and Farm, 800 Old Jones Rd., Greer | $15 | Enjoy a tour of the farm with an in depth look at how VICARIO’s 19 award-winning liqueurs and gin are created, then treat yourself to a plethora of tastes each and every Friday and Saturday afternoon.*
Saturday, July 1
  • Steep Canyon Rangers | Saturday, July 1 | 6 p.m. | Salvage Station, 468 Riverside Dr., Asheville | $30-$35 | Hear the Grammy award-winning bluegrass band perform with support from the Jon Stickley Trio.
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News Notes
Opening
  • The JuneBug Retro Resort, a local event venue offering a fleet of 10 vintage campers, is opening the JuneBug Creek Lounge. Attend the soft opening this weekend with a food truck, drinks, and live music on Saturday from 12 to 9 p.m. + mimosas and donuts on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Concert
  • Shindig on the Green returns to Pack Square Park for its 57th season this Saturday at 7 p.m. Bring blankets, chairs, and your dancing shoes to celebrate the music and dance traditions of Southern Appalachia. Explore the full list of dates for the free event.
Outdoors
  • The US Forest Service is seeking public feedback on proposed fee increases for popular recreation spots in Pisgah National Forest. A $5 admission fee is proposed for riders using the Pisgah Complex Mountain Bike and Horse Trail System, in addition to a $30 annual pass option. Provide your feedback before August 22. (Asheville Citizen-Times)
Seasonal
  • Can’t wait to see the delicious creations featured in the Omni Grove Park Inn’s National Gingerbread House competition? Luckily, you don’t have to. Gingerbread in July kicks off this Saturday through July 12 offering cookie decorating, pool games, letters to santa, and more. Plus, view three winning houses from last year’s competition.
Festival
  • Devil’s Foot Beverages is set to host the Beer, Bacon, & BBQ Festival on Saturday, July 15 from 12-5 p.m at The Mule. Chef Steven Goff of Tastee Diner, Garage BBQ, and Smokeshow will all create bites using Devil’s Foot soda as an ingredient. Find tickets for $50.
Read
  • The Juniper Bends Reading Series returns Friday, July 14 from 6:30-9 p.m. at Citizen Vinyl. Listen to readings by poets, novelists, short story writers, and essayists at the free event. Find the full list of participating authors.
Fact or Fiction
Featured Home
  • Located minutes from downtown Asheville in Pine Cliffs, this 2 BD, 2 BA condo offers mountain views from the deck along with exclusive access to the community pool + clubhouse. The unit boasts a cozy and bright interior that will instantly make you feel at home. Take a (photo) tour.*
Travel
  • Dreaming of a trip abroad this summer? Babbel offers lesson plans for 14 different languages spoken throughout the world. Prep for the trip of your dreams with bite-sized, 10-minute lessons that will help you start speaking a new language in just three weeks.*
 
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Travel
  • Wanna save 40-90% on flights? Sign up for Going — a free travel membership — and you can browse deals immediately (like a $300+ round trip to Barcelona).
Drink
  • On a water bottle hunt? Amazon’s No. 1 bestselling insulated bottle is the Owala FreeSip — it’s thoughtfully designed, leak proof, and keeps drinks cold.
Outdoors
  • Decorating tip: Show your patio some love with a cute and colorful area rug. We love this outdoor-friendly geometric green one.
Shop
  • Looking to support small businesses? Shop our online store, Six & Main, for all of your summer essentials.
 
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Looking for one more firework show to boot? See the Asheville Tourists take on the Greenville Drive at McCormick Field on Monday, July 3, followed by Independence Day fireworks. Find tickets.
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