Stars, Stripes, & Strings
Celebrate Independence Day in the mountains at Star, Stripes, and Strings, a community event in Downtown Spruce Pine on July 3.
The evening features live music, a hometown parade, local vendors, family-friendly activities, and a fireworks show to close out the night. Set against the backdrop of the Blue Ridge, this event brings together residents and visitors for a laid-back, small-town celebration of the Fourth of July.
Browse local makers and food vendors, enjoy live performances throughout the evening, and find a spot downtown for one of the best fireworks displays in the region.
Whether you're here for the music, the food, or the fireworks, Star, Stripes, and Strings is a chance to experience Spruce Pine at its best.
2026 Schedule of Events
Reception: April 24, 2026
5:00 pm - Toe River Arts Reception, artist talk begins at 7:00 pm
Festival: April 25, 2026
Throughout the Day
Youth Forge-On Challenge Demonstration
Adult Forge-Off Competition
Hands-On Tent
Vendor Booths
Great Food
Toe River Arts Exhibition
Forging Demonstrations
10 am - TBA
11:30 am - TBA
1 pm - TBA
2:30 pm - TBA
Close Up Demonstrations
10:30 am - TBA
12:15 pm - TBA
2 pm - TBA
3:30 pm - Awards Will Be Announced
Thank you to our corporate sponsors:
