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Garner Independence Day Celebration
Jul
3

Garner Independence Day Celebration

Wednesday | July 3, 2019

Lake Benson Park | 5 pm

Join us for an evening of fun for the whole family featuring a performance by the North Carolina Symphony.
Your children will love our Kids Adventure Zone featuring inflatables, games and crafts. Bring a picnic, or enjoy delicious concessions provided by food trucks and local non-profit organizations. Top off your evening with the best fireworks show in the Triangle, and you'll see why our citizens are so proud of their hometown.

Fireworks immediately follow the NC Symphony performance (approximately 9:30 pm)

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Friday Family Flicks & Camping: Smallfoot
May
28

Friday Family Flicks & Camping: Smallfoot

Enjoy a free family-friendly movie outdoors at Lake Benson Park. Bring your own picnic dinner or purchase light concessions on site. Those interested in spending the night at the park may camp out for a small per-family fee. (Pre-registration is required for camping.) Only one adult needs to register.

Note: Registration is only required for those planning on camping. The movie is free and open to the public.

Feature Presentation: Smallfoot
Rain Location: Garner Performing Arts Center (742 W. Garner Road)

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Outdoor Movie: Captain Marvel (tentative)
May
27

Outdoor Movie: Captain Marvel (tentative)

There is just something special about watching a movie outside.
The warm breeze blowing, sounds of summer in the background, and stars shining overhead – Come enjoy cinematic magic in an outdoor setting with your family and friends. We have selected new releases along with some old favorites for all to enjoy.

Movie: Captain Marvel (tentatively - depending on release date)
Food Truck: Baozi
Craft Beer: Brüeprint Brewing Company

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Memorial Day Observance
May
27

Memorial Day Observance

This annual observance honors those who died while serving our country in the armed forces. Guided tours of the Garner Veterans Memorial will be conducted before the event and after its conclusion. Co-sponsored by Garner Veterans Advisory Committee, American Legion Post 232 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10225.

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Friday Family Flicks & Camping: Mary Poppins Returns
May
26

Friday Family Flicks & Camping: Mary Poppins Returns

Feature Presentation: Mary Poppins Returns

Enjoy a free family-friendly movie outdoors at Lake Benson Park. Bring your own picnic dinner or purchase light concessions on site. Those interested in spending the night at the park may camp out for a small per-family fee. (Pre-registration is required for camping.) Only one adult needs to register.

Note: Registration is only required for those planning on camping. The movie is free and open to the public.

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