Independence Day Tradition at Century Oaks

Century Oaks is a family-friendly neighborhood with a suburban feel located off Meadowlark Drive, across from Brookberry Farm. If you’re looking for a community that carries out traditions in Winston-Salem, Century Oaks might be calling your name. The community is known for its big Independence Day celebration every July 3rd. Around 7:30 pm, the neighbors gather at the pool and residents’ backyards that surround the pool area.

Here are three things to know about the Century Oaks “Third of July” celebration:

1. Century Oaks holds an annual “3rd of July” celebration

The community holds a few events throughout the year, but its annual “3rd of July” celebration is the biggest and most popular by far. 

2. “3rd of July” is a long-standing tradition

Many adults who grew up in the neighborhood return each year, some with their own families.

3. The fireworks display is HUGE

Not only are the fireworks some of the best you’ve ever seen, a timer synchronizes those fireworks to a classic rock playlist. Making joyful and lasting memories is what this community is all about. 

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