America 250

Henderson County has joined other North Carolina counties participating in the America 250 NC program. The program marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of America’s Declaration of Independence and will be celebrated nationally, as well. 

The U. S. Semi-quincentennial Commission is a nonpartisan organization that was established by the U. S. Congress in 2016 to plan this monumental event. 

In North Carolina, the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is heading up the initiative.  For information about celebrations statewide visit the America 250 NC website. 

Henderson County is planning all day event on Saturday, July 4, 2026 that includes live music, a ceremony recognizing the 250th anniversary, and the day will be capped off with an amazing fireworks display at 9:30pm. 

Henderson County America 250 July 4th, 2026 Celebration Schedule (subject to change)
 

10:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance, Main Stage, Historic Courthouse

10:30 a.m.  4th of July Parade 

11:30 a.m. (When Parade is Finished)
                    Reading of the Declaration of Independence, Main Stage, Historic Courthouse
                    Ice Cream Social at Heritage Museum, Historic Courthouse.  

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Heritage Museum Events, Historic Courthouse

5:00 p.m.  Jam Kids Band Performance,  Main Stage, Historic Courthouse

5:30 p.m.  America 250 Ceremony,  Main Stage, Historic Courthouse

6:15 p.m. Lonesome Road Band,  Main Stage, Historic Courthouse

7:00 p.m.  Band TBA, T.D.A. Visitors Center Stage

7:30 p.m. Blake Elledge Band,  Main Stage, Historic Courthouse

9:30 p.m. Fireworks Show