July 4

Uncle Sam Jam. Gates open at 4:30 p.m., fireworks begin at 9:45 p.m. High Point’s biggest Independence Day bash features music, food, rides, games, and — of course — fireworks. Free event with $10 for parking. 336-883-3483. Oak Hollow Festival Park, 1841 Eastchester Drive. High Point.

July 4

Pops Concert & Fireworks Spectacular. Gates open at 6:30 p.m., fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. Annual event featuring the Greensboro Concert Band playing patriotic music amid a huge fireworks display. Jamieson Stadium at Grimsley High School, 801 Westover Terrace.

July 4

Fun Fourth Festival. 9 a.m.–6 p.m. With food, crafts, and seven stages of live music, the Fun Fourth Festival is simply the biggest celebration in town. Free. 336-274-4595. Downtown Greensboro.

July 5

Midori in concert. 8 p.m. Superstar violinist Midori makes her debut at the Eastern Music Festival. $59. 877-833-6753. Dana Auditorium at Guilford College, 5800 W. Friendly Ave. easternmusicfestival.org.

July 8

Noon at the ’Spoon: Landscapes and Urban Views. Noon. A 20-minute guided tour with complimentary beverages and baked goods. Free. 336-334-5770. Weatherspoon Art Museum, corner of Spring Garden and Tate streets. weatherspoon.uncg.edu.

July 11

Drive-in Movie Night. 9 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and kids out for a drive-in presentation of Ratatouille . Popcorn, drinks, and candy will be available. $2. 336-375-7722. Northeast Park Meeting & Event Center, 3421 Northeast Park Dr., Gibsonville. northeastpark.info.

July 12

Bayou Bash in the Bog. 5–9 p.m. Head to the “swamp” for an evening of family fun and entertainment in a bayou-like atmosphere. Free. 336-373-2199. Bog Garden, 1105 Hobbs Rd. greensborobeautiful.org.

July 18

Snakes are Beautiful. 6–7:30 p.m. A fascinating class on one of the most misunderstood creatures in the animal kingdom. $2. 336-373-3802. Bur-Mil Park, 5834 Bur-Mil Club Rd. burmilpark.org. burmilpark.org.

July 20

Arts Splash Concert . 6–7:30 p.m. Americana concert featuring the Carter Brothers Band. Lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics welcomed. Free. 336-889-2787. Roberts Hall at High Point University, 833 Montlieu Ave. highpointarts.org.

July 26

Insectaphobia. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Hands-on event featuring a variety of insect displays. Also includes crafts and face painting. Free with paid science center admission. 336-288-3769. Natural Science Center, 4301 Lawndale Drive. natsci.org.