Fun Fourth 2024 in Downtown Greensboro
4 Zones of endless entertainment
GREENSBORO, NC (June 27, 2024) - Downtown Greensboro, Inc. (DGI) is thrilled to announce the full lineup of events planned for the Fun Fourth Freedom Fest, presented by Allegacy Federal Credit Union. The festival will be held on Thursday, July 4th from 1:00-6:00 PM along Elm Street in Downtown Greensboro.
Performers, vendors, and tons of live entertainment are included in the line-up, divided into four zones. Returning favorites include the Red, White & Say ‘I Do’ live weddings, Princesses and Superheroes, and plenty of photo opportunities at the American Flag Balloon Photobooth!
New attractions include Caricature Artists, Princess 360 Photo Booth, and New Inflatables.
The OneBlood bus will be on site for blood donations. Pre-schedule at HERE and use sponsor code 71513. Walk-ins are also welcome.
None of the day’s festivities can happen without the tremendous support of community volunteers. Volunteers are still needed for this year’s July 4th events! Please sign-up at https://www.downtowngreensboro.org/fun-fourth-festival/volunteer/.
The festival is preceded in the morning with the annual Freedom Run, the Triad’s longest running race tradition. There will be a 10k, 5k, and 1 mile fun run/walk. Race entries are still being accepted at https://www.freedomrun10k.com/.
A reminder that The BORO social district will be active and festival-goers can purchase alcoholic beverages from any of our participating BORO businesses. No outside coolers are permitted.
Festivities contiune with fireworks being held at First National Bank Ballpark Stadium follwing the Grasshoppers ballgame. This event is sponsored by the Greensboro Grasshoppers.
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ZONE 1 | Market Street to February One
RHYTHM, STARS & STRIPES STAGE | Sponsored by Ice Age Management + Cone Health
1:00 - 1:45 pm Karla Davis
2:00-2:45 pm DJ Statix
3:00-3:45 pm DJ Marcus B Smooth
4:00-4:45 pm Phase Band
5:15-6:00 pm DJ Marcus B Smooth
- Vendors & Other Attractions: Luxe Fragrance Bar // Kona Ice // WFMY // Savor the Moment //Black Belt Soap Company // Charmed Blvd. // Accs And More // Warao Jewelry // Tsara Art // Oak City Hot Sauce Co
ZONE 2 | February One to Washington Street
- BRAVE THE MAZE | Atomic Rush Obstacle Course | Sponsored by Guilford Merchant Association
- U.S. OF YAY... WAY! | Princesses + Photo Booth and Lady Liberty
Sponsored by Blue Ridge Companies + Community Foundation - HOUSE DANCE PARTY | featuring DJ Kaiju: EDM & House Music
- Vendors & Other Attractions: Fiber Space Boutique // Baked GSO // Cailee Belle’s Sweet Shop // Gent of Scent // Crafty Creations by Lisa // Blaster Barber Studio // Lunabear Crafts // LeafFilter Gutter Protection // Loyal Royaltees //Something Special // Chapter & Verse Studio // Splat Back! // Gemstone Creations LLC // Vacation Village Resort // The Face Paint Cottage // Cellular Sales - Verison // Flossie Annie's
ZONE 3 | Washington Street to Smothers Place
BANDS OF THE FREE STAGE | North Carolina A&T + UNC Greensboro
All Day DJ Rock Cee
1:00-1:45 pm Gregory Amos
2:00-2:45 pm DJ Rock Cee
3:00-3:45 pm Farwell Friend
4:00-4:45 pm J Timber
5:00-6:00 pm Marcel Portilla Band
- NC FIRST LEGO LEAGUE & NC FIRST TECH CHALLENGE
- LIBERTY JUNCTION | theatrical and street performers featuring: Magician // Kids Music CTS Productions // Unicyclist // Cali Girls | Sponsored by First National Bank
- FUNTASTIC LANE featuring a Marble Fun Run, Giant Trike Racing, Air Racers, Carnival Games | Sponsored by The Basics Guilford
- TRUCK TRAIL | Touch a Truck sponsored by the City of Greensboro
- Vendors & Other Attractions: Tiger Kim’s World Class Tae Kwon Do // The Slush Rush Baste Sauce & Seasonings // Bella Brush Face Painting // OneBlood Truck // Hidden Gate Brewing // Ice Breakers Tropical Snow Cones // American Flag Photo Booth // Caricature Artists // Superheroes // 3jsairbrushing // Balloon Artist // E&E Fashion // E&E Concession
Sponsor Row: Allegacy, Cone Health, Cowboy Days, UNCG Greensboro, Dick Broadcasting
ZONE 4 | Smothers Place to Lewis Street
- OH SAY CAN YOU SING! Karaoke with BOTW Entertainment | Sponsored by Duke Energy + Piedmont Natural Gas
- Bachata & Salsa Street Style with Artistika.
- WATER PLAY featuring the Greensboro Fire Department Ladder Truck
- BEAT THE HEAT | Water Slide + Sprinklers | Sponsored by Ice Age Management
- Vendors & Other Attractions: Piedmont Connection Permanent Jewelry // 3jsairbrushing // Balloon Artist // Unique Kreationz // Greensboro Roller Derby // WellCare // Purple Heart Deisgn, LLC. // The Crafty Lycan // Pink Graffiti LLC // Bamboo Pillow Company // Pelicans SnoBalls // Celebration Station // SouthEnd Brewing // Have a Scoop
