July 4th Parade and Freedom Festival

July 4th Parade

and Freedom Festival

Freedom 250 Festival & Parade | 9 AM – 1 PM
Sat, July 4, 2026
Parade starts at 10 AM

 

Fireworks are typically held near Chatuge Dam.  Watch from your boat, the Chatuge Dam parking lot, the Clay County Recreation Area or Gibson Cove Campground.

Join us for an old-fashioned parade around the square in downtown Hayesville with family fun games following the parade. Bring your lawn chairs.

Parade entry applications need to be handed in at the Chamber of Commerce at 96 Sanderson Street or call for information at 828-389-3704.

Ellie Trammell

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