By: City of Gastonia
Gastonia, NC (June 22, 2026) - City of Gastonia administrative offices will be closed on Friday, July 3 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. The public is advised to take note of closures and delays of some scheduled services. Below is more information as it pertains to City services:
City Services
Transportation
Solid Waste / Trash Pick-up
- On Friday, July 3, the city will not collect garbage or yard waste and will not pick up excess household trash or large, bulky items.
- Customers with Friday garbage pickup will have their garbage collected on Monday, July 6.
Parks & Recreation
- Community centers and administrative offices will be closed on Friday, July 3.
- City parks and panic shelters will be open on July 3, including the Skeet & Trap Range, Erwin and Lineberger Pools, and boat rentals at Rakin Lake Park. Visit the Parks & Recreation webpage for more information, including hours and costs.
Schiele Museum
- The Schiele Museum will be open to the public on Saturday, July 4, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Buy tickets online or at the admissions desk.
- Visit the Events page for more information about Schiele Museum programs.
FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS CELEBRATION
Street Closures & Parking
- East and West Rotary Pavilion parking lots will be shut down early morning on July 4 (East lot shut down after Carriage House resident parking)
- Long Avenue between Dr. MLK Jr. Way and Broad Street will be closed between 4:00 p.m. and 9:45 p.m.
- Main Avenue between Dr. MLK Jr. Way and Hwy 321/N. York Street will close at 12:00 p.m. and re-open once all vendors are off the street.
- S. South Street from Main Avenue to the top entrance of Garland Center parking lot will be closed at 12:00 p.m.
What to Expect
- Activities will begin at 5 p.m. in Downtown Gastonia at the Rotary Pavilion
- Fireworks display starts at 9:30 p.m. and is accompanied by patriotic music.
- The celebration will include live music, food trucks, a beer garden, vendors, and free rides and inflatables.
- Food and beverages may be purchased, but there is no cost to attend.
- The event is presented by the City of Gastonia and sponsored by CaroMont Health.
For more information about the fireworks display and activities, visit the Fourth of July Event Page.
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