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DOWNTOWN CARY PARK'S ANNUAL JULY 3RD CELEBRATION
July 3 | 4 – 10 p.m. | Downtown Cary Park

Kick off America's 250th at Downtown Cary Park's July 3 celebration. Enjoy family-fun, games, and a screening of "Independence Day" under the stars. downtowncarypark.com

CARY TOWN BAND PRESENTS DOWNTOWN CARY PATRIOTIC CELEBRATION
July 3 | 7:30 p.m. | Cary Arts Center

Join the Cary Town Band for Cary Town Band: America's 250th Patriotic Celebration. carytownband.org

CARY'S INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
JULY 4 | KOKA BOOTH AMPHITHEATRE

Celebrate a Triangle tradition and America's 250th with the North Carolina Symphony. Enjoy patriotic favorites, family activities and fireworks over Symphony Lake. General admission lawn is free; limited reserved table seating with parking is available. boothamphitheatre.com

SUMMER SOCCER WITH THE NC COURAGE
WakeMed Soccer Park 
nccourage.com/schedule

  • NC Courage vs. Seattle Reign 
    Theme: Supergirl | July 4 | 6:30 p.m.
  • NC Courage vs. Washington Spirit
    Theme: Ring of Honor | July 11 | 6:30 p.m.
  • NC Courage vs. Utah Royals
    Theme: Peanuts: A Christmas in July Special | July 25 | 7:45 p.m.

2025 WATER QUALITY REPORT NOW AVAILABLE

Cary's 2025 Annual Water Quality Report is now available at carync.gov/waterreport. Learn how Cary delivers safe, great-tasting water that meets or exceeds standards, with ongoing testing, monitoring, and conservation efforts. Request a printed copy by calling 311 in Cary or 919-469-4000.

BANDS, BITES, AND BOATS
July 10, 6 – 8 p.m. | Bond Park Boathouse

Kick back at Bands, Bites, and Boats — a free event with live music, local food and lakefront fun. Enjoy a performance from Garland Mason, bites from Ty's All Natural and Safari Eatz, and brews from Bond Brothers. Bring a blankets or chair and relax by the lake. 
caryncgov/bandsbitesboats

AMERICAN REVOLUTION EXPERIENCE
July 18 – 25 | The Gathering House | Downtown Cary Park

Partnering with the Daughters of the American Revolution, Cary presents The American Revolution Experience, part of America250. Created by the American Battlefield Trust and the DAR, the exhibit shares the story of the nation's founding through banners and interactive kiosks. downtowncarypark.com/calendar

MEN'S RUGBY, USA VS. SPAIN
July 18 | 7:30 p.m. | WakeMed Soccer Park

Watch the USA Men's Eagles take on Spain in a World Rugby Nationals Cup match! This is the first time international rugby has been hosted at WakeMed Soccer Park since 2015. This matchup follows a pervious international test where Spain defeated the USA 31-20 in Charlotte in July 2025. carync.gov/rugby

50 DAZE CELEBRATION
July 3 – August 23

This summer, Cary launches 50 Daze — a community-wide countdown celebrating the 50th Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival. Beginning July 3, enjoy pop-ups, local arts, and interactive experiences across town, building toward the festival August 22–23. Join the celebration, whether it's your first visit or a longtime tradition. Follow along at carync.gov/50daze

FILM SERIES AT THE CARY
thecarytheatre.com

SUMMER FAMILY SERIES
Sundays at noon | June 7 – August 16

Cool off and kick back with retro favorites form the '60s, '70s, and '80s. Bring the whole family for a fun, nostalgic movie experience every Sunday afternoon.

CINEMATIC SUMMER SCHOOL: CLASSIC WESTERNS
Saturdays at 2 p.m. | July 11 – August 1

Take a four-week journey through classic Westerns. Explore the rise of the genre, women on the frontier, the darker side of Manifest Destiney, and Black voices in Western history. Experience the enduring spirit of the West on screen!

CARY IS HERE TO HELP YOU GO GREEN
KEEP YOUR COMPOST CLEAR OF CONTAMINANTS

Backyard composting may seem intimidating, but here are a few easy tips to make your compost pile work for you! Learn more at carync.gov/compost.

  • Compost fruits and vegetables; avoid meat, dairy, oils, bread, and grains. 
  • Remove trash, rubber bands, packaging, and stickers before adding scraps. 
  • Add "browns" like leaves, damp cardboard, or wood chips to balance your pile.
  • Turn your compost for airflow and add water to keep it breaking down. 

BRING IT TO THE DROP-OFF
Divert all your household food waste from the landfill and return it to the earth as compost. Both of Cary's Food Waste Recycling drop-off sites accept all off and many paper products. This includes meat (raw and cooked), bones, and BPI-certified compostable foodservice ware. Collected materials will be turned into compost, with some heading to Cary's own Good Hope Farm. This free service is open to Cary Residents only. carync.gov/foodwaste

WASHING YOUR CAR WHILE PROTECTING OUR WATER WAYS
Washing your car at home can impact local waterways if runoff enters storm drains untreated. When washing our car at home: use a hose with a shutoff nozzle, biodegradable, phosphate-free soap, wash on grass or gravel, and use water sparingly — or choose a commercial car wash where water is recycled and treated. carync.gov/hazardouswaste

TIPS FROM TOWN OF CARY I.T.

Remember to pause before clicking on a link in your emails. Cybercriminals often create a sense of urgency and fear to trick people into acting before thinking. Messages that claim your account will be locked or that a payment is overdue are good examples of this scam. If you encounter an email like this— pause! If you aren't expecting the message, treat it with caution, event if it looks legitimate. When in doubt, contact the sender or organization with a trusted number or directly through the website. 

SINGLE MINGLE: S'MORE THAN FRIENDS
July 24 | 7 – 10 p.m. | Downtown Cary Park

Find your trail partner this July during S'more than Friends, a camp-themed singles mixer. Enjoy a gourmet s'mores bar, live DJ and classic camp games. Grab a cold brew and soak up the "in-tents" fun — no hiking boots required. carync.gov/singlemingle

APPLAUSE! CARY YOUTH THEATRE PRESENTS: THE GIVER
July 24 – 26 | Cary Arts Center

Jonas' world is safe and controlled — without pain, fear or choice. When he turns 12, he's chosen to receive his community's hidden memories from the Giver. As he uncovers the truth, Jonas must decide what it means to grow up and choose his own path. Tickets on sale now! carync.gov/applause

ELLA LANGLEY: THE DANELION TOUR
July 24 | 7 p.m. | Koka Booth Amphitheatre

Rising country star Ella Langley is bringing her Dandelion Tour to Koka Booth Amphitheatre this July. Joined by special guests Kaitlyn Butts and Laci Kaye Booth, Langley delivers a high-energy night of country with a southern rock edge. carync.gov/kokabooth

ADULT KICKBALL
Registration July 13 – 26

Join our Inaugural Fall Adult Kickball League, a fun recreational league focused on community, laughter, and friendly competition. Games will be played on Monday and Wednesday nights running mid-August through October. carync.gov/kickball

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

Citizens and businesses — share your budget priorities with Cary at any point in the year, and we’ll share what we hear with Town Council through quarterly reporting. Cary‘s fiscal year runs July 1 through June 30. 

How to share your thoughts:

  • Email: budgetinput@carync.gov
  • Call us at (919) 469-4307
  • Message us on social media
  • Speak at a Town Council meeting

Visit carync.gov/budget for more information.

DID YOU KNOW?

The Town of Cary holds regular public hearings on important matters such as the Town budget, comprehensive plan, rezonings, and more. These hearings give residents a chance to share their thoughts before key decisions are made. We believe an informed, engaged community is the foundation of effective government. carync.gov/publichearings