July starts with a bang during Fourth of July events and fireworks displays in celebration of America's birthday. Following the big holiday with the summer season in full swing, there are many wonderful festivals throughout the Southeast to add to your summer vacation fun. The following round-up features several of the best summertime festivals and special events in the South.
- Fourth of July Celebrations in the Southeast - Various States and Venues
July 4, 2008
Independence Day - This round-up of July 4th highlights includes an array of dazzling fireworks extravaganzas, patriotic home-town parades, street festivals and much more.
- Summer at the Rock - Stone Mountain Park - Stone Mountain, Georgia
May 3 - September 1, 2008
An array of summer events, including the popular Fantastic Fourth Celebration. More about Stone Mountain Park / Stone Mountain Hotels / Atlanta Hotels - Compare Prices
- American Dance Festival - Durham, North Carolina
June 5 - July 19, 2008
A six and a half-week series of residencies and performances by major American and international modern and contemporary dance companies and emerging artists.
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- Dollywood’s KidsFest - Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
June 13 - August 3, 2008
An annual summer festival with activities and shows for kids of all ages.
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- Delta Classic Chastain Summer Concert Series - Atlanta, Georgia
June 14 - September 13, 2008
This popular concert series kicks off on June 14th and continues through the summer with shows on most Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday evenings.
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- Grandfather Mountain Highland Games - Linville, North Carolina
July 10 - 13, 2008
Over 170 Clan Tents will ring the field at this annual gathering of Scottish Clans, which features traditional dancing, piping, athletic events and other aspects of the vibrant Gaelic culture.
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- Fire On the Mountain Chili Cook-Off - Snowshoe, West Virginia
July 11 - 13, 2008
Live entertainment, games and other fun add to this annual chili cooking competition.
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- Uncle Dave Macon Days - Murfreesboro, Tennessee
July 11 - 13, 2008
In honor of the memory of master banjo player and Grand Ole Opry star, Uncle Dave Mason, this annual old-time music competition offers family-oriented activities, food concessions and a hearty helping of fun, Southern style.
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- USA & Alexandria Birthday Celebration - Alexandria, Virginia
July 12, 2008
A popular annual concert, fireworks show and more.
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- Folkmoot USA - Waynesville, North Carolina and Other Area Venues
July 14 - 27, 2008
North Carolina's Official International Festival celebrates the world's cultural heritage with folk music and dance performances, parades and workshops for two weeks each summer.
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- Virginia Lake Festival - Clarksville, Virginia
July 17 - 19, 2008
LakeFest is an annual festival, featuring hot air balloons, arts and crafts show, live entertainment, food vendors and the traditional Gathering Of The Boats and fireworks show.
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- Festival of Native Peoples - Cherokee, North Carolina
July 17 - 19, 2008
A unique exposition of non-competitive dance, storytelling, and song, plus juried artists and artisans, held annually at the Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds.
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- Downtown Atlanta Restaurant Week - Atlanta, Georgia
July 21 - 27, 2008
Downtown Atlanta Restaurant Week showcases the diverse dining options in Atlanta's popular Downtown Dining District.
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Top Atlanta Tourist Attractions - Bele Chere - Asheville, North Carolina
July 25 - 27, 2008
Always held the last full weekend in July, Bele Chere attracts an estimated 375,000 festival-goers to celebrate Asheville's beautiful living with music, lots of food, regional artisan showcases and many other fun-filled activities and events.
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- Virginia Highlands Festival - Abingdon, Virginia
July 26 - August 10, 2008
This award-winning regional festival in picturesque southwestern Virginia offers entertainment, a large antiques market, a juried arts and crafts show, visual and performing artists, guided hikes and other outdoor activities, living history and much more.
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