What’s Up Fourth of July Fun & Fireworks
The most complete list of Fourth of July fireworks displays and festivals in North Texas
July 4th: Fort Worth’s Fourth at Panther Island Pavilion
Tarrant Regional Water District is proud to once again bring you the Texas-sized fireworks show and festival. Celebrate Independence Day with the largest fireworks show in North Texas at the 16th Annual Fort Worth’s Fourth. Space out along the banks of the Trinity River at Panther Island Pavilion and enjoy an evening of festival food, drinks, kid activities, live music, and a fireworks show. Admission is Free. https://fortworthsfourth.com/
June 29th – July 4th : Red, White, and Boots in Fort Worth Stockyards
Come enjoy bull riding, $4 drafts, matinee broncs, live bands, and Saturday night bullfights, when the Fort Worth Stockyards celebrates America’s birthday.
July 3rd: Light Up Arlington Festival & Fireworks
July 4th: 4th of July Parade (9am)
Festivities, which are free and open to the public, start at 6 p.m. on July 3. This year’s celebration includes some of the top musical acts in the Dallas-Fort Worth region, vendors, food trucks and plenty of kid-friendly fun.
Bands will perform at four stages around Downtown, starting with 6 p.m. concerts outside the Arlington Music Hall and Grease Monkey, a 6:30 p.m. concert outside of City Tower at 101 S. Mesquite St., and a 7:00 p.m. concert at Levitt Pavilion Arlington.
The bubble bus will be returning for the little ones at the Downtown Library. Vendors and at least 20 food trucks, featuring a variety of food and desserts, will be set in will be located in the Downtown Arlington area.
A Children’s Entrepreneur Market will be a new addition to this year’s festivities. Through the market, kids gain real-world experience in creating goods, packaging them for sale, attracting customers and handling money. Click here to learn more about the Children’s Entrepreneur Market.
The fireworks display, which lasts about 20 minutes, is scheduled to start at 9:50 p.m. and will be set to music on 95.9 The Ranch FM. Fireworks will be shot from the roof of City Tower, which is located east of City Hall.
https://www.arlingtontx.gov/independence_day
July 3rd Mansfield Rocks 4th of July and Fireworks
Big League Dreams
Celebrating fifteen years of Family, Fun, Freedom and Fireworks in Mansfield!
July 3rd & July 4th: Grand Prairie Lone Stars and Stripes Celebration / Lone Star Park
Gates Open: 3:00 p.m. First Live Race: 5:00 p.m. General Admission is just $10 ALL PARKING IS $20 Click Here to Purchase Tickets Fireworks: After the last race, stay to enjoy our spectacular 20-minutes Fireworks Show, choreographed to music. Live Music: We’ll have live music on the Courtyard of Champions Stage …
https://www.lonestarpark.com/events/
July 4th: Red White & BTX 4th of July Celebration and Firewoks (Burleson, TX)
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the City’s annual 4th of July celebration, featuring food trucks, a free concert and fireworks show. Gates open at 5 p.m., the headlining concert starts at 7:30 p.m. and fireworks start at 9:20 p.m. This year’s headline concert features Texas High Road, Andrew Dolan and Jesse Jennings, all local acts from right here in BTX! No pop-ups or stakes will be allowed in-ground. No alcohol, glass bottles, pets or tents are permitted in the park. Fireworks, including sparklers, are also not permitted. No outside vendors are allowed within the park. Sponsors: Fresco’s Cocina Mexicana and HEB Burleson
https://www.burlesontx.com/Calendar.aspx?EID=20160&month=7&year=2023&day=24&calType=0
July 4th: July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza Grapevine, Texas
Celebrate America’s birthday at this year’s July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza complete with spectacular fireworks set to patriotic music. Viewing locations listed on the link below include some of Grapevine’s lakeside parks and are subject to change. Parking or entry fees may apply.
https://www.grapevinetexasusa.com/summertime-in-grapevine/events/july-fourth-fireworks/
July 4th 6-10pm Spark in the Park July 4th Fireworks & Concert with Pat Green
Weatherford, Texas
We are excited to announce that one of Texas country’s modern-era founding fathers, Pat Green, will be our Spark in the Park headliner on July 4th at the Heritage Park Amphitheater! Opening act will be East Texas native, Chris Colston with his “gritty Texas roots combined with a little blues and rock ‘n’ roll”. Following these talented artists is our famous fireworks show! This massive show is one of the largest fireworks displays in North Texas and can be seen from miles away.
https://www.experienceweatherford.com/events/2023/sparkinthepark2023
July 1st -4th : Granbury’s 4th of July Hometown Celebration Granbury, Texas
Each year more than 50,000 tourists trek to the town of Granbury to celebrate America’s history in the community “Where Texas History Lives.” Texas Tripper.com
Granbury’s proud tradition of celebrating Independence Day returns to a multi-day event this year, thanks to the Granbury Chamber of Commerce and its sponsors. Festivities that are sure to stir patriotic spirits begin on Saturday, July 1st thru Tuesday July 4th. There will be vendors on the square all three days. The parade will be on Monday July 4th starting at 10:00
Monday evening, around 9:45PM, Extreme Pyrotechnics will once again display their amazing show that may be seen in a large portion of the County.
July 3rd, 5-11pm Addison KaboomTown Addison, Texas
Since 1985 one of the nation’s most impressive and unique Independence Day celebrations has been held in Addison. Each year approximately 500,000 guests from across the country converge on this small town to view the incredible Addison Airport Airshow, followed by a spectacular fireworks display. Whether enjoyed from a restaurant watch party, hotel balcony, or the award-winning festival in Addison Circle Park, attendees are sure to be immersed in patriotic revelry!
https://addisonkaboomtown.com/
July 3rd: Southlake Stars & Stripes Southlake, Texas
Southlake celebrates Independence Day with an annual Stars & Stripes Celebration on July 3.
Featuring live music, patriotic ceremonies, fireworks, delicious food, and exciting activities, Stars & Stripes is the perfect way for families to celebrate the 4th of July!
https://www.visitsouthlaketexas.com/stars-and-stripes/
July 3rd: Family 4th of July Celebration and Fireworks Show North Richland Hills, Texas
The Northeast Tarrant Chamber invites the community to its annual Family 4th Fireworks Show on Monday, July 3, 2023. This year’s event will feature a fantastic display of fireworks and drones from 9:30-10 p.m. Families can also enjoy bounce houses and food trucks starting at 5 p.m. and an outdoor concert by the Texas All-Star Jazz Orchestra from 7:30-9 p.m. in the BISD Plaza parking lot.
Event Schedule
Family 4th (on the 3rd) – Monday, July 3rd, 2023
5-9 pm – Family Fun with Bounce Houses and Food Trucks
7:30-9pm – Texas All-Star Jazz Orchestra Concert
9:30pm – FIREWORKS + DRONESHOW!
https://nrhtx.com/Calendar.aspx?EID=5878&month=7&year=2023&day=3&calType=0
July 3rd: Hurst Stars & Stripes Fireworks Show Hurst, Texas
The Annual City of Hurst Stars & Stripes event is Monday, July 3, at Hurst Community Park. Come out to enjoy live music, food trucks, and a beautiful fireworks show! FREE shuttles are available from designated parking at North East Mall.
Schedule:
6:00 p.m. | Micky & the Motorcars
8:00 p.m. | Emerald City
9:30 p.m. | Fireworks Show
https://www.hursttx.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/15067/2068
July 4th: Bedford 4th Fest Bedford, Texas
Celebrate Independence Day with the City of Bedford from 5 to 10 p.m. on Tuesday, July 4 at Generations Park at Boys Ranch, 2801 Forest Ridge Dr.
Bedford 4thFest will feature free live music by The Inspiration Band, a kid’s zone, food trucks, marketplace, and a spectacular fireworks show when the sun goes down.
Admission to 4thFest is FREE. Feel free to bring lawn chairs, blankets, coolers, and non alcoholic beverages (no glass containers are permitted).
https://bedfordtx.gov/273/4thFest
July 1st: Keller Lights Keller, Texas
Keller Lights
4-10 p.m. July 1 | Free
Keller Town Hall, 1100 Bear Creek Pkwy.
This spectacular event celebrating American independence will include live music, food and drink vendors, a hotdog-eating contest, a 15-minute fireworks show, and more.
https://www.cityofkeller.com/live-work/special-events
July 4th: Boomin 4th Hudson Oaks/Aledo, Texas
Flags waving, footballs being tossed through the air, guitars strumming and thousands of dollars’ worth of fireworks exploding over the top of Gene Voyles park in Hudson Oaks. Every year on Independence Day, the community comes together for one of the largest single events in Parker County, Boomin’ 4th, to celebrate freedom, family and good clean fun.
The highly choreographed fireworks show is one of the best low and high aerial displays in North Texas brought to you by Southwest Ford and Nextlink. Emerald City presents PARTY MACHINE, this years entertainment brought to you by HOME ZONE! Kid Zone is brought to you by Urban Air Hudson Oaks & First Bank Texas and our Pavilion Partner is Lynch Legacy. Back by popular demand Hudson Oaks has partnered with 92.1 Hank FM to allow folks to hear the choreographed music for the fireworks portion of the show from any streaming device.
EVENT SCHEDULE: Shuttles start at 5:00 p.m.(Highly recommended-see map below) Kid Zone opens at 5:00 p.m. Food Court opens at 5:00 p.m. Stage show starts at 6:00 p.m. Fireworks about 9:30 p.m.
H-E-B FOOD COURT: Babygirl’s Kettle Corn, Bahama Bucks, Bourbon-n-Branch (beer), Chip’d (nacho cookies), Cloud 9 Lemonade, Dosey Dough (fried dough treats), HTeaO, Juliebeans Ice Cream, Leo’s Kitchen (Greek), Porky’s BBQ, Smackin’ Mac, Snack Shack (variety), Waller Lane.
First Aid provided by TEXAS HEALTH RESOURCES – WILLOW PARK. Lawn chairs and coolers are welcome. No canopies, fireworks, grills, tents or glass.
https://events.hudsonoaks.com/boomin-4th
July 3rd, 9:15pm Midlothian Independence Day Fireworks Midlothian, Texas
The Independence Day Fireworks Show is made possible by the generosity of Citizens National Bank of Texas, Midlothian Community Development Corporation, and Methodist Midlothian Medical Center. The show is staged in the field near the MISD Multi-Purpose stadium and can be viewed from the stadium parking lot and surrounding vicinity.
https://www.midlothian.tx.us/708/Independence-Day-Fireworks
July 4th: Cleburne 4th of July Celebration & Fireworks Cleburne, Texas
The Cleburne Chamber of Commerce 4th of July celebration on July 4th at Lake Pat
Cleburne or Cleburne Golf Links. Vendors & food trucks will be available along Lakeshore Dr. free parking. Fireworks Watching Party at Cleburne Golf Links starting at 6:30 with Live music, Great food (No outside alcohol is allowed ~ Alcohol, food and drinks will be sold at the event ~ cash and credit cards accepted) Reservations are required for the Cleburne Golf Links- $25 Per Carload (Max 8 per car). For more information and cost call 817-645-2455
Schedule for Fireworks Watching Party at Cleburne Golf Links: 6:30pm – Gates Open
7:00pm – Live Music 9:00pm – Gates Close At dark –FIREWORKS
July 3rd: Roanoke’s All American Fireworks & Festival Roanoke, Texas
Join the City of Roanoke for the annual July 3rd Independence Day celebration. The FREE family fun event includes: bounce houses, face painting, contests, giveaways, a concert with Emerald City band, and a giant fireworks display.
This year, the event will be held on historic Oak Street in downtown Roanoke.
https://roanoketexas.com/250/July-3rd-All-American-Fireworks-Festival
July 4th : Rowlett’s Fireworks on Main Rowlett, Texas
Looking for a fun way to celebrate Independence Day? Look no further than Fireworks on Main at Rowlett, TX! Join us on Tuesday, July 4th at Pecan Grove Park for a night of explosive fun and excitement. We’ve got everything you need to make this Fourth of July one to remember. Enjoy a dazzling fireworks display that will light up the night sky and leave you breathless. But that’s not all – we’ve also got three amazing bands lined up to keep you entertained all evening long. And if you’ve got little ones, our children’s area is sure to be a hit, with tons of activities and games to keep them busy. But wait, there’s more! We know that no Fourth of July celebration is complete without great food, so we’ve rounded up the best food trucks in the area to satisfy your cravings. From BBQ to ice cream, we’ve got something for everyone.
https://www.rowletttx.gov/780/Fireworks-on-Main
July 4th: Plano’s All American 4th Plano, Texas
Celebrate Independence Day at Plano’s All American 4th on Tuesday, July 4! The festival opens at 6 p.m., the parade starts at 7:30 p.m., and fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. The festival ends at 10 p.m. Parking will be available at Collin College, 2800 E. Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, TX 75074.
This is a free, family-friendly event open to the public. Come enjoy the free kids’ zone sponsored by Champion Energy Services, parade by Rotary Parades of Plano, and a fireworks show. Vendors will have food and beverages available for purchase. Blankets, lawn chairs and coolers are welcome, but please leave all pets at home. Visit www.rotaryparadesofplano.com for information on entering a float into the parade.
Make sure to RSVP to the Facebook event to receive updates as we get closer to the
celebration. Follow @cityofplanotx on Twitter for live parking updates on the day of the event.
More info at plano.gov/AllAmerican4th.
Blankets, lawn chairs and coolers are welcome, but please leave all pets at home.
https://www.visitplano.com/event/planos-all-american-4th-2023/
July 3rd-4th: RED WHITE & BOOM McKinney, Texas
Activities for the entire family. Two days of free hometown fun!
The City of McKinney celebrates Independence Day at Red, White and BOOM! with free family activities, live entertainment, and a spectacular fireworks show.
Monday, July 3 | 6 – 10 p.m.
Fireworks and Concert
Gabe Nesbitt Community Park
Tuesday, July 4
Parade and Block Party
Downtown McKinney
The Red, White and BOOM! Independence Day celebration continues with downtown events that include a hometown parade and the Yankee Doodle block party. Families can also explore the many dining and shopping options that downtown has to offer.
https://www.mckinneytexas.org/830/Red-White-and-BOOM
July 4th: Frisco Freedom Fest Frisco, TX
Frisco Freedom Fest Presented by CoServ is Tuesday, July 4. Don’t miss your once-in-a-year chance to celebrate our nation’s birthday with fantastic food, great music and aaahhh-worthy fireworks! Please remember, this is a family-oriented event – no alcohol is allowed and dogs should stay home on July 4th.
Be sure to review the Shuttle & Parking information for getting to and from the event on Tuesday (coming soon).
Fireworks – *Tuesday, July 4th*
The real star of Frisco Freedom Fest is one of the largest fireworks finales in all of North Texas!
This year’s 20 minute show will rival any in our area. Fireworks begin following the conclusion of the FC Dallas match at Toyota Stadium.
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Party in the Plaza begins at 4 p.m. and features a wide array of fun and exciting activities for families, or just about anyone who enjoys saluting independence by dancing in the streets with thousands of their closest friends and neighbors.
Join us for our opening ceremony at 4 p.m., featuring our local American Legion, Peter J. Courcy Post 178 and national anthem.
Children and families will head straight for the Children’s Expo. Our plaza party also includes a Community Stage, showcasing local entertainers as well as Featured Entertainment, and Hometown Hero Exhibit where you can find our police and fire departments.
The Taste of Frisco returns with Frisco restaurants serving some of their most popular menu items. The variety of fare is sure to please every palette. While you’re in the area, visit all the great businesses taking part in our Patriotic Vendor Village.
http://www.friscofreedomfest.org/
July 4th: Fair Park 4th Dallas
Fair Park Fourth, presented by Regions Bank, returns to Fair Park on Monday, July 4, from 4:30p.m. until 10:00 p.m. for another year of community, fun, and fireworks!
Free and open to the public, Fair Park Fourth will feature hands-on activities for kids, local market vendors, live music, entertainment, food trucks, and other concession offerings. In addition to the fun-filled activations for all, Fair Park Fourth will light the sky with a spectacular firework show. Guests can experience the show from inside the iconic Cotton Bowl Stadium or across Fair Park.
https://www.fairparkdallas.com/events/detail/fair-park-fourth-2023
July 4th: City of Irving Sparks & Stripes Irving, Texas
The City of Irving will host its annual Fourth of July celebration on Tuesday, July 4.
The annual parade starts at 9 a.m. throughout the Irving’s Heritage District, with the Watermelon Social immediately following at Heritage Park.
Then, swing by Levy Event Plaza starting at 6 p.m. for an evening of amazing events: live music, fireworks, drone show and more!
https://www.cityofirving.org/1289/Sparks-Stripes-Fourth-of-July-Celebratio
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