{"id":3619,"date":"2025-08-07T15:35:48","date_gmt":"2025-08-07T15:35:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/longcoveresort.com\/blog\/?p=3619"},"modified":"2025-09-11T17:11:57","modified_gmt":"2025-09-11T17:11:57","slug":"4th-of-july-lakeside-bash-charlotte-north-carolina-2025-fireworks-bbq","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/longcoveresort.com\/blog\/4th-of-july-lakeside-bash-charlotte-north-carolina-2025-fireworks-bbq\/","title":{"rendered":"4th of July Lakeside Bash Charlotte, North Carolina 2025 | Fireworks &#038; BBQ"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<div class=\"july-4th-event-container\">\n<!-- Status Banner -->\n<div class=\"status-banner upcoming\">\n    <div class=\"status-banner-content\">\n        <span class=\"status-icon\">&#x1f389;<\/span>\n        <span class=\"status-text\">Upcoming Event<\/span>\n        <span class=\"status-details\">Join us on Friday, July 4, 2025!<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<article class=\"event-post\">\n    <header class=\"fade-in\">\n        <h1>4th of July Lakeside Bash: Fireworks, BBQ, Music, and Family Fun!<\/h1>\n        <time datetime=\"2025-07-04\">Friday, July 4, 2025 \u00b7 4pm &#8211; 10pm EDT<\/time>\n        <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/longcoveresort.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/4th-of-july-fireworks-long-cove-resort-charlotte-nc-2025.png?w=1290&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"4th of July Event at Long Cove Resort\">\n    <\/header>\n\n    <section class=\"event-intro card fade-in\">\n        <p>Celebrate Freedom by the Water \u2013 Fireworks, Flavors, and Family Fun! Join us at Long Cove Resort and Marina for an unforgettable 4th of July celebration. Enjoy spectacular fireworks by Camp Thunderbird, delicious BBQ, music by the beach, and plenty of activities for the whole family. Members receive exclusive benefits, while non-members can purchase tickets that include a 1-week yacht club membership!<\/p>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section class=\"event-highlights card fade-in\">\n        <h2>Event Highlights<\/h2>\n        \n        <div class=\"section-image\">\n            <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/longcoveresort.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/july-4th-fireworks-show-beach-party-long-cove-resort-charlotte-nc.jpg?w=1290&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"July 4th Fireworks Show Beach Party at Long Cove Resort\" class=\"feature-image\">\n        <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"highlights-grid\">\n            <div class=\"highlight-item\">\n                <div class=\"highlight-icon\">&#x1f386;<\/div>\n                <div>Fireworks Show<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"highlight-item\">\n                <div class=\"highlight-icon\">&#x1f356;<\/div>\n                <div>BBQ Feast<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"highlight-item\">\n                <div class=\"highlight-icon\">&#x1f3b5;<\/div>\n                <div>Music by the Beach<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"highlight-item\">\n                <div class=\"highlight-icon\">&#x1f3ca;<\/div>\n                <div>Beach Access<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"highlight-item\">\n                <div class=\"highlight-icon\">&#x1f6a4;<\/div>\n                <div>Marina Activities<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"highlight-item\">\n                <div class=\"highlight-icon\">&#x1f39f;&#xfe0f;<\/div>\n                <div>1-Week Membership<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section class=\"event-details card fade-in\">\n        <h2>Event Details<\/h2>\n        <p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Long Cove Resort and Marina, 14629 Rainbarrel Road, Charlotte, NC 28278<\/p>\n        \n        <div class=\"map-links\">\n            <p><strong>Directions:<\/strong><\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/gxL4q2DVjDv9fpfJ6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"map-btn google-maps-btn\">\n                <span class=\"map-icon\">&#x1f4cd;<\/span> Google Maps\n            <\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.waze.com\/en\/live-map\/directions\/us\/nc\/charlotte\/long-cove-resort-and-marina?to=place.ChIJYaH6VeKQVogRERJzvTCTPAo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"map-btn waze-btn\">\n                <span class=\"map-icon\">&#x1f697;<\/span> Waze\n            <\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        \n        <p><strong>Activities Included:<\/strong><\/p>\n        <div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; margin: 1rem 0;\">\n            <div class=\"activity-tag\">&#x1f386; Spectacular Fireworks<\/div>\n            <div class=\"activity-tag\">&#x1f356; BBQ<\/div>\n            <div class=\"activity-tag\">&#x1f3b5; Music by the Beach<\/div>\n            <div class=\"activity-tag\">&#x1f46a; Family Activities<\/div>\n            <div class=\"activity-tag\">&#x1f6a4; Marina Access<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        \n\n        \n        <p><strong>Ticket Information:<\/strong><\/p>\n        <ul>\n            <li>Non-Members: $10 per person (includes 1-week membership)<\/li>\n            <li>Kids under 8: FREE!<\/li>\n            <li>Parking passes: $25 per vehicle (mandatory)<\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section class=\"member-perks card fade-in\">\n        <h2>Members Perks<\/h2>\n        <div class=\"section-image\">\n            <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/longcoveresort.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/akeside-cabin-rental-long-cove-resort-charlotte-nc.png?w=1290&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Lakeside cabin rental at Long Cove Resort\" class=\"feature-image\">\n        <\/div>\n        <p>Our members enjoy special benefits during the event and year-round:<\/p>\n        <ul>\n            <li>Free or discounted events<\/li>\n            <li>10% off Cabins and Event spaces<\/li>\n            <li>20% off pontoon rentals<\/li>\n            <li>Private beach access<\/li>\n            <li>Full marina access &#038; boat slip benefits<\/li>\n            <li>Exclusive access to resort amenities<\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n        <p>Not a Member? No worries! Contact Us at: (704) 588-1467 or visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.longcoveresort.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.longcoveresort.com<\/a><\/p>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section class=\"cabin-amenities card fade-in\">\n        <h2>Cabin Amenities<\/h2>\n        <div class=\"section-image\">\n            <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/longcoveresort.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/pontoon-boat-rental-long-cove-resort-lake-wylie-charlotte-nc.png?w=1290&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Pontoon boat rental at Long Cove Resort\" class=\"feature-image\">\n        <\/div>\n        <p>Access to tiny\u2011home cabins equipped with:<\/p>\n        <ul>\n            <li>Wi\u2011Fi and Netflix<\/li>\n            <li>Kitchenettes for meal preparation<\/li>\n            <li>Memory\u2011foam beds for comfort<\/li>\n            <li>Local hospitality touches<\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n        <p>Resort-level comforts integrated with outdoor adventure\u2014ideal for staycations, date nights, and family retreats.<\/p>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section class=\"vendors card fade-in\">\n        <h2>Food &#038; Refreshments<\/h2>\n        <p>Enjoy a variety of food and drink options available for purchase, including BBQ specialties, summer treats, and refreshing beverages. Local vendors will be serving up delicious food throughout the event!<\/p>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section id=\"registrationSection\" class=\"cta-section register-cta fade-in\">\n        <h2>Reserve Your Spot Today!<\/h2>\n        <p>Don&#8217;t miss out on this spectacular 4th of July celebration at Long Cove Resort &#038; Marina! Be more than a guest\u2014be part of Long Cove! &#x1f386;&#x1f1fa;&#x1f1f8;<\/p>\n        <div class=\"event-countdown\">\n            <div class=\"countdown-timer\">\n                <div class=\"countdown-item\">\n                    <span id=\"countdown-days\">00<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"countdown-label\">Days<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"countdown-item\">\n                    <span id=\"countdown-hours\">00<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"countdown-label\">Hours<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"countdown-item\">\n                    <span id=\"countdown-minutes\">00<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"countdown-label\">Minutes<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"countdown-item\">\n                    <span id=\"countdown-seconds\">00<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"countdown-label\">Seconds<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"countdown-message\">Until the event begins<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/4th-of-july-lakeside-bash.eventbrite.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"cta-btn\">Get Your Ticket<\/a>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section id=\"concludedSection\" class=\"cta-section event-concluded fade-in\" style=\"display: none;\">\n        <h2>Event Concluded<\/h2>\n        <p>Thank you to everyone who joined us for our 4th of July celebration! The event was a tremendous success and we&#8217;re grateful for all who participated. We hope you made wonderful memories with us! &#x1f386;&#x1f1fa;&#x1f1f8;<\/p>\n        <div class=\"concluded-message\">\n            <span class=\"concluded-icon\">\u2713<\/span> This event has concluded\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section class=\"cta-section connect-cta fade-in\">\n        <h2>Stay Connected for Future Events<\/h2>\n        <p>Long Cove Resort &#038; Marina hosts exciting events throughout the year. Follow us on social media to be the first to know about upcoming activities! &#x1f30a;&#x1f6cd;&#xfe0f;<\/p>\n        <div class=\"social-buttons\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/longcoveresorts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"social-btn\">Facebook<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/longcoveresorts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"social-btn\">Instagram<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <footer class=\"fade-in\">\n        <p>Posted by Long Cove Resort Events Team<\/p>\n        <p>Location: Long Cove Resort, Charlotte, NC<\/p>\n        <p>For more information, contact us at (704) 588-1467 or visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.longcoveresort.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.longcoveresort.com<\/a><\/p>\n        <p>Refund Policy: Refunds available up to 7 days before the event<\/p>\n    <\/footer>\n<\/article>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<style>\n.july-4th-event-container {\n    font-family: -apple-system, 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