Check out fun events happening across the state in July.
Southeast Old Threshers’ Reunion
July 1-5, 2025, Denton
Enjoy the largest steam, gas and antique farm machinery in the Southeast. Held at Denton Farmpark, more than 1,000 antique tractors will be on display, along with 500 antique gasoline engines, a lawnmower pull, tractor pulls, a parade of power, tractor games and numerous antique farm machinery demonstrations. For more details, visit dentonfarmpark.com or call (336) 859-2755.
Christmas in July
July 4-5, 2024, West Jefferson
No need to head to the North Pole to catch a glimpse of Santa Claus this summer. He will be making an appearance at the Christmas in July festival in downtown West Jefferson. The annual celebration, which started in 1987, draws thousands each year and helps promote tourism in Ashe County.
The event celebrates area’s Christmas tree industry with fun competitions, more than 20 mouthwatering food vendors, live music and a visit from Mrs. Claus and Santa himself.
Learn more about the festival at christmasinjulyfestival.com or call (336) 846-9196.
Tweetsie Railroad Fireworks Extravaganza
July 4, 2025, Blowing Rock
Head to the North Carolina High Country this summer for a spectacular Fourth of July fireworks show at Tweetsie Railroad. Before the evening show, visitors can enjoy a day of rides and attractions in the park. Tweetsie Railroad will open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and the fireworks show will begin at 9:30 p.m. after the park closes. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy the stunning show under the stars.
For more information, visit tweetsie.com/special-events/july-4th-fireworks-extravaganza or call (800) 526-5740.
North Carolina Blackberry Festival
July 11-12, 2025, Lenoir
Take your pick! There is a full weekend filled with events at the North Carolina’s Blackberry Festival. There will be live music, pageants and activities in honor of the beautiful blackberry.
For more information and a schedule of events, visit downtownlenoirnc.com or call (828) 726 -0323.
North Carolina Peach Festival
July 17-19, 2025, Candor
For more than 20 years, the North Carolina Peach Festival has celebrated the century-long peach-growing history of Montgomery County. Held each year on the third weekend in July, the festival includes live entertainment, food vendors, arts and crafts, and plenty of peaches. There’s even a cooking contest where you can see if your favorite peach recipe wins top honors. Bounce houses, a petting zoo and pony rides will keep the kids happy as well.
To find a full schedule, visit ncpeachfestival.com or call (910) 974-4221.
Farmers Day
July 18-19, 2025, China Grove
The town of China Grove is hosting its 43rd annual Farmers Day in honor of local farmers. Bring the whole family for shopping, entertainment, and vendors offering farm-fresh produce, art, crafts and homemade ice cream. The street festival also includes an antique tractor display, live music and kids’ activities. For even more weekend fun, stop by on Friday evening before the festival from 5:30 to 9 p.m. for a kickoff celebration including a tractor parade down Main Street. For more details, visit chinagrovenc.gov or call (704) 857-2466.
