America 250 Celebration

America 250 Celebration

July 4, 2026 marks the United States' semiquincentennial, or 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. As such, communities across the nation are marking 2026 as a year of celebration. Wendell is no different.

There are several events, including Americana theming of existing events, planned for 2026 across town. More information and details can be shared as events draw closer.

• For information about the nationwide initiative, visit the America 250 page, linked here.
• For information about the North Carolina initiative, visit the America 250 NC page, linked here.

The North Carolina calendar of events can be found by clicking this link.

For the full calendar of Wendell events, visit our calendar page here and toggle "America 250."

For organizations wishing to request their event be added to the Wendell America 250 calendar, you may complete the form below. Please note that the Town of Wendell reserves the right to not share any external event or calendar listing request.