Day: July 4, 2012

The city of Asheville marked Independence Day with a half-hour fireworks display that drew cheers from downtown crowds.

Where to catch a parade, a picnic, a patriotic band, a car show, a sidewalk sale, a bounce house, a road race or a pyrotechnics display (photo by Bill Rhodes)

Independence Day falls mid-week this year which might mean you’re in the mood for less planning. Check out our list for picnics where you can have your plate of barbecue, or hike to an overlook for a hot dog roast. Or maybe you’re on summer vacay and you’d like to make a day of it. … Read more