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Celebrate America's 250th

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation web banner celebrating America's 250th anniversary, featuring a roller coaster, festive red, white, and blue imagery, theme park guests, and a patriotic performer against a background of fireworks.

Celebrate America's 250th

Don’t Miss This Once-in-a-Lifetime Summer Party

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Carowinds is where America celebrates, and in 2026, there's no better place to experience our country's 250th anniversary than right here.

Join us all summer long as we honor the traditions that bring us together with spectacular fireworks displays that light up the night sky.

During the celebration, you'll enjoy new and fan-favorite food, drinks & treats as you discover unforgettable entertainment, interactive family activities, and meaningful tributes throughout the park.

This summer is your chance to create lifelong memories and experience timeless amusement park thrills — recapture the fun of classic American summers, only at Carowinds.

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    A vibrant nighttime fireworks display bursting in shades of blue, orange, and gold over a theme park. In the center, a tall replica of the Eiffel Tower is illuminated in bright blue light, surrounded by glowing fountains and European-style buildings flying American flags.

    Star-Spangled Nights presented by M&M’S®

    July 3-5 | Weather Permitting and Subject to Change

    When the sun goes down, the celebration lights up the night! Find your spot and grab your snacks before the breathtaking displays fill the sky with color, sounds, and energy — all set to music that captures the spirit of the American summer.

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    A close-up of a smiling young person with curly hair holding a large plate of funnel cake topped with whipped cream and rainbow sprinkles. They have a small dab of whipped cream and sprinkles playfully stuck to the tip of their nose while sitting in an outdoor theme park dining area.

    4th of July Food & Drinks

    Familiar Favorites and Reimagined Flavors

    Throughout the summer, enjoy limited-time food and beverage offerings inspired by backyard barbeques, nights on the boardwalk, and All-American favorites. From savory meals to sweet treats — plus refreshing drinks and cocktails — there's a little nostalgia and fun in every bite and sip.

    Two smiling performers in patriotic red, white, and blue sequined outfits posing outdoors at a theme park. The performer on the right wears an Uncle Sam-style top hat and points toward the camera, while a large Ferris wheel rises in the background under a bright sky.

    Family Entertainment & Meaningful Tributes

    Moments That Bring People Together

    As we celebrate America's 250th anniversary, it's important to remember our community, culture, and shared history — download the Six Flags app for park maps and showtimes, then prepare to witness family-friendly shows, high-energy performances, and meaningful tributes throughout the park.

    A low-angle shot looking up at a white roller coaster track curving sharply against a clear blue sky. A coaster train filled with riders is banking through an upside-down loop supported by massive blue steel structures, with another red and green roller coaster visible in the background.

    Classic Coasters & Waterpark Fun

    Summer at Carowinds is as American as apple pie — join us during the celebration to experience Fury 325, Snoopy's Racing Railway, Boogie Board Racer, and many more of your favorite rides and slides! Whether you’re chasing adrenaline or just looking to unwind, these are the experiences that turn a great day into a lifelong memory: the kind you come back for, year after year.

    Festive Eats & Treats

    • golden, crispy funnel cake topped with vanilla ice cream and red, white, and blue M&M’S®

      All-American Funnel Cake

      Dig into a golden, crispy funnel cake topped with vanilla ice cream and red, white, and blue M&M’S® — every bite tastes like a memory!

    • Layered red, white and blue Jell-O, topped with whipped cream and sprinkles.

      Red, White & Blue JELL-O Parfait

      Layered red, white, and blue Jell-O, topped with whipped cream and sprinkles for a light, colorful treat that’s easy to enjoy on the go.

    • Swirled with sweet, red and blue syrups, this rich vanilla shake comes in a cinnamon-graham rimmed jar, all topped with fried-apple skewers.

      Liberty Bell Apple Pie Smash

      Swirled with sweet, red, and blue syrups, this rich vanilla shake comes in a cinnamon-graham rimmed jar, all topped with fried-apple skewers.

    • A classic frozen Piña Colada with a twist — blended with strawberry puree and blue Curaçao, this timeless rum-based cocktail will keep you cool.

      Delicious Patriotic Beverages

      Celebrate with fun patriotic mocktails and cocktails bursting with flavors that are sure to refresh and add joy to the festivities.

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