July 4th Celebration
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Event Details
Evening parade down Main Street in the heart of Historic Downtown Marion. Evening fireworks display.
Exit 85 or 86 off I-40 to US 221/NC 226 North. Take the business route to downtown Marion.
July 4th Celebration
Phone : (828)652-2215 (Always call and confirm events.)
Email Address : freddiek@verizon.net
Web: www.ncblueridge.com
Independence Day
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Lucky Strike Gold & Gem Mine, Campground
Pan for gold in a stream that was mined in the early 1800s or look for gemstones in our flumes. Dining and gift shop on site. 51 campsites, 26 are full hook-up with electric, water and sewer, and 25
Marion, NC CampgroundsYogi Bear's Jellystone Park
Open Apr-Oct. Sites: gravel, grass, some shaded, pull-thrus, full hook-ups. Facilities: restrooms & showers, public phone, general store, snack bar, RV supplies, laundry. Recreation:
Marion, NC ParksArmstrong Fish Hatchery
State fish hatchery open throughout the year. View and feed three species of trout in raceways and ponds. School tours available.
Marion, NC Fishing
Historic Downtown Marion
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, downtown Marion was established in 1842. Commercial development began in 1870 on 50 acres donated by John Carson. The Marion Depot is an 1860
Marion, NC Historic Districts