From family gatherings to delicious food to freedom – there’s a lot to look forward to when it comes to the 4th of July. But Independence Day is incomplete without a dazzling fireworks display to light up the sky! No matter your location across the metroplex, there’s a DFW Fireworks display or festival near you this 4th of July Weekend.
Addison Kaboom Town!
Addison – Addison Circle Park | July 3rd
Drawing massive crowds each year, Addison Kaboom Town! offers an unforgettable fireworks extravaganza. The park provides ample space for families to picnic and enjoy live music, tasty food, and various activities throughout the day. As the sun sets, prepare to be amazed by one of the most spectacular firework displays in Texas, synchronized to a lively musical soundtrack.
All-American Fourth
Plano – Collin College Spring Creek Campus | July 4th
An exciting day filled with family-friendly fun, Plano’s All-American Fourth features food trucks, live music, a kid’s zone, and a dazzling fireworks show. Spread out your picnic blanket on the park’s spacious green lawns and enjoy a memorable evening of fireworks against the beautiful natural backdrop.
Crape Myrtle Festival and Fireworks Show
Waxahachie – Waxahachie Sports Complex | July 3rd & 4th
Waxahachie, known for its picturesque historic downtown and beautiful crape myrtle trees, hosts an annual Crape Myrtle Festival. The festival takes place over the 4th of July weekend and features live music, food vendors, arts and crafts, and a spectacular fireworks show. Grab a spot at Getzendaner Park or along the Waxahachie Creek Hike and Bike Trail to witness the stunning fireworks display amidst the charming ambiance of this small town.
Fair Park Fourth
Dallas – Fair Park | July 4th
Head to Fair Park in Dallas for the Fair Park Fourth celebration, where you’ll find an abundance of family-friendly fun. Enjoy a day full of thrilling rides, games, live music, and delicious fair food. As dusk approaches, settle in at the Cotton Bowl Stadium or the surrounding areas to witness a magnificent fireworks show that will leave you in awe.
Fireworks Extravaganza
Grapevine – Grapevine Lake | July 4th
For a waterfront fireworks experience, make your way to Lake Grapevine. Located near the cities of Grapevine and Flower Mound, the lake offers several viewing spots to view the Fireworks Extravaganza. Rent a boat or find a lakeside park, and be prepared to be mesmerized by the fireworks over the lake.
Fort Worth’s Fourth
Fort Worth – Panther Island Pavilion | July 4th
Celebrate Independence Day at Fort Worth’s Fourth, an annual event held at Panther Island Pavilion. This family-friendly festival offers a diverse range of activities, including water slides, tubing, live music, zip-lining, and more. As the night sky darkens, find a spot along the banks of the Trinity River to enjoy a stunning fireworks display reflecting over the water.
Frisco Freedom Fest
Frisco – Frisco Square | July 3rd & 4th
Known for its sports and entertainment districts, the city of Frisco is home to the popular Independence Day celebration Frisco Freedom Fest. This two-day festival includes a variety of activities such as a 5K glow run, cornhole tournament, dachshund dash, children’s activities and live music. Don’t miss out on the best bites at the Taste of Frisco before ending the evening with a fireworks finale.
Independence Fest
Flower Mound – Bakersfield Park | July 4th
Flower Mound’s Independence Fest is an exciting annual event that brings the community together for a day of fun. Taking place at Bakersfield Park, celebrate 4th of July with live music from the award-winning Eli Young Band, food vendors, a kids zone, and a captivating fireworks display.
Light Up Arlington
Arlington – Downtown | July 3rd
Home to one of the most popular entertainment districts in North Texas, Light Up Arlington is guaranteed to wow. Head to Downtown Arlington for food trucks, vendors, kids’ activities and live music performances throughout the day. The festivities culminate with a stunning fireworks show set to music from 95.9 The Ranch FM.
Lone Stars & Stripes Fireworks Festival
Grand Prairie – Lone Star Park | July 4th
Have a horse lover in your household? Celebrate freedom at Grand Prairie’s Lone Stars & Stripes Fireworks Festival with live music, food vendors and horse races. As night falls, settle in for a magnificent fireworks show that lights up the sky, creating a truly memorable experience.
Mansfield Rocks
Mansfield – Big League Dreams & Hawaiian Falls | July 3rd
Celebrating its 15th year, Mansfield’s family-friendly event Mansfield Rocks is filled with outdoor fun. Enjoy games, food, live music, hula dancers, activities and water rides at Hawaiian Falls before closing out the evening with a world-class fireworks show.
Red, White, and BOOM!
McKinney – Gabe Nesbitt Community Park | July 3rd & 4th
Bringing together residents and visitors for a day of festivities, McKinney’s Red, White, and BOOM! is a beloved tradition. Historic Downtown McKinney sets the stage for live music, food vendors, children’s activities, and a vibrant street fair. As the sun sets, find a spot downtown to watch a fireworks display that adds sparkle to the night sky.
Sparks in the Park
Weatherford – Heritage Park Grounds | July 4th
Head over to Weatherford and experience Sparks in the Park, a must-attend event for the whole family. Enjoy a variety of food vendors, kids’ water slides, live music from the country music Pat Green and one of the largest fireworks displays in North Texas that can be seen from miles away.
Fourth of July Jubilee
Denton – Downtown Denton Square | July 3rd
Happening in the heart of downtown Denton, the Fourth of July Jubilee will be an unforgettable Independence Day celebration. This free family-friendly event features live music, food vendors, inflatables, rock climbing, face painting, a hot dog eating contest – and to cap off the evening, a drone show.
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