Summer is in full swing! This month, discover an outdoor photo contest, live music, a rodeo, and more. We’ve also provided links to July 4th celebrations across the Southeast and beyond! Be sure to check each website for details before you head out.
High Knob Outdoor Fest Photo Contest
Norton, Virginia
July 1-August 1, 2025
The High Knob Outdoor Fest Photo Contest invites photographers to submit their best outdoor images for a chance to win prizes. The contest celebrates the natural beauty of the High Knob region, with entries accepted from July 1 to August 1.
July 4th Events Across the South
Let’s celebrate our nation’s birthday! Here are links to Independence Day festivities being held across the Southeast.
Virginia Events
Tennessee Events
North Carolina Events
South Carolina Events
Georgia Events
More July 4th Events:
StyleBlueprint’s List
Small Wonder’s List
Lonely Planet’s List
The Smithville Fidler’s Jamboree
July 4-5, 2025
Smithville, Tennessee
The 54th Annual Smithville Fiddlers’ Jamboree and Crafts Festival takes place July 4–5 in downtown Smithville, Tennessee. This free event celebrates Appalachian heritage with music, dance competitions, artisan crafts, and family-friendly activities. New this year are four traditional clogging categories sanctioned by the National Clogging Organization and the National Clogging & Hoedown Council.
Tin Cup Cruise-In
First Thursday of every month through October
Cumming, Georgia
The Tin Cup Cruise-In is a free, family-friendly classic car show held on the first Thursday of every month from 6 to 8 p.m. through October at Cumming City Center. Classic cars arrive from 5 p.m. for first-come parking. Enjoy prizes, free parking, and a festive atmosphere.
Oakland Ruritan Club Championship Rodeo
July 18-19, 2025
Felt’s Park
Galax, Virginia
Gates for the Championship Rodeo, hosted by the Oakland Ruritan Club, will open at 6 p.m. with the rodeo starting at 8 p.m. Tickets cost $20 for ages 13 and older, $10 for ages 5–12, and are free for children 4 and younger. Call 864.809.2630 for more info.
Asheboro Summer Concert Series
July 20, August 10, and September 7
Asheboro, North Carolina
The 2025 City of Asheboro Summer Concert Series is produced by Asheboro Cultural & Recreation Services and takes place on select Sundays at Bicentennial Park, 7–8:30 p.m. Hear a diverse lineup of artists. Band of Oz performs on July 20 and Eric & the Chill Tones perform Sept. 7. The band for the August 10 show has not yet been announced. Organizers suggest that attendees bring a lawn chair.
Such great summer events! Happy 4th of July!