America turned 250 on July 4, and revelers attended celebrations in Raleigh, despite the record heat.
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Celebrations kicked off Saturday with the First in Freedom Parade that made its way through downtown. U.S. Marine Corps Maj. James Caper was the grand marshal. He’s a Vietnam War veteran who was recently awarded the Medal of Honor.
Freedom Fest was held at the North Carolina State Capitol as part of the country’s Semiquincentennial, offering music, historic exhibits and food trucks.
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As the dusk arrived, thousands flocked to Dix Park for the annual Fourth of July fireworks show.
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Check back through the day and evening for more photos.
This story was originally published July 4, 2026 at 2:31 PM.