Red, White & Fun: Cooleemee Gears Up for a Family-Friendly Fourth of July Celebration
Patriotic Parade, Cool Treats & Summer Fun Await!
Cooleemee is the place to be this Independence Day! Join the Town of Cooleemee on Friday, July 4th, for a community celebration full of small-town charm, family-friendly activities, and plenty of patriotic spirit.
Star-Spangled Parade
Festivities will begin at 10 a.m. with a colorful parade launching from Cooleemee Elementary School. The streets will come alive with festively decorated bikes, lawnmowers, tractors, floats, and local groups proudly displaying their red, white, and blue. The parade will wind through town and end at the historic Zachary House (Town Hall).
Want to be part of the parade? No registration is required—just show up at the elementary school by 9 a.m. to line up and join in the fun!

Family Fun After the Parade
The celebration continues at the Zachary House with a variety of free and low-cost activities for all ages:
- Tasty Concessions – Hot dogs and cool drinks will be available for purchase to keep you fueled for the fun.
- Beat the Heat: Enjoy free watermelon slices and ice pops—a sweet way to stay cool in the summer sun.
- Slip-n-Slide: Don’t forget your towel! Kids (and playful adults) can slip and slide their way into summer joy until 12 p.m.
“We are also hoping to line up a few vendors onsite,” shared Steve Corriher, Cooleemee’s town clerk.

Join the Celebration
This annual Fourth of July event is a special opportunity for residents and visitors alike to come together and celebrate freedom, friendship, and community pride.
To learn more about the event, ask questions about the parade, or inquire about becoming a vendor, contact Cooleemee Town Hall at 336-284-2141 or email scorriher@cooleemee.org.
Bring your flags, your friends, and your festive spirit—we’ll see you in Cooleemee this Fourth of July!