The United States is about to celebrate its 250th birthday, and to help commemorate the day, revelers throughout the DFW area are looking for the biggest and best fireworks displays.
Since July 4th falls on a Saturday this year, it can be a little tricky knowing all the details of where and when it all is.
To make it easier for you, we've created a guide to finding the best displays across North Texas. Be sure to check event websites for possible schedule changes and other updates.
JULY 3
Ranked No. 5 on USA Today’s list of 10 best places to see fireworks, this festival features live music, the warbirds airshow, a variety of foods and beverages and, of course, a huge fireworks show. Check the website for a list of watch parties and hotel packages that include Kaboom Town tickets.
July 3 from 5 to 11 p.m. at Addison Circle Park. Fireworks show is at 9:30. Tickets are $11.50 general admission and $6.50 for kids 9 and under.
FARMERS BRANCH INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
This festival features roaming characters, fun activities for the kids, food and beer, live music by party band Empire 6 and a low-level fireworks show to cap off the evening.
July 3 from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at Farmers Branch Historical Park. Free for Farmers Branch residents, $7 for others.
FIREWORKS AT FIFA FAN FEST IN DALLAS
Fireworks will light up the Dallas sky at the FIFA Fan Festival at Fair Park following the evening's final match. Fans will be able to see the fireworks from the Dos Equis pavilion and around the FIFA Fan Fest area. Admission to the festival is free, but you must register in advance for a daily FIFA Fan Fest pass. An additional note: The Midway and Cotton Bowl Stadium will not be open to the public, and no additional events or activities are scheduled at Fair Park on July 3 or July 4, aside from FIFA Fan Fest.
July 3 at approximately 9 to 9:30 p.m. at Fair Park in Dallas. Free admission, Parking $13-$20.
Enjoy performances by country duo Tigirlily Gold, the American Bombshells and the 36th Infantry Division Band. The event also includes carnival rides, a foam-and-bubble party, a pie-eating contest and a free screening of the musical Hamilton at the Plaza Theatre. The celebration culminates with a 20-minute fireworks display set to a live performance by the Garland Symphony Orchestra.
July 3 from 5 to 10 p.m. in the Downtown Garland Square. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Free.
GRANDSCAPE RED, WHITE AND BOOM!
Head to the lawn at Grandscape for a concert featuring country artist Josh Weathers, fresh off his Neon Never Fades tour. After the show, settle in for a fireworks show.
July 3 from 7:30 to 11 p.m. at Grandscape. Fireworks begin at 10:30 p.m. Free.
IRVING'S SPARKS & STRIPES FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Grab your lawn chairs and settle in for an evening of live music from Coffey Anderson and the All Funk Radio Show. Later, enjoy a patriotic flyover and a synchronized drone show featuring hundreds of drones, followed by a fireworks display over Lake Carolyn.
July 3 from 7 to 10 p.m. at Levy Event Plaza in Irving. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Free.
SOUTH LAKE'S STARS AND STRIPES
Enjoy live music and performances on two stages, treats from a variety of food trucks, and games and activities like pickleball and inflatables for the whole family. At the end of the evening, grab your blankets and lawn chairs and find the perfect spot to watch the fireworks.
July 3 from 5 to 11 p.m. at Southlake Town Square. Fireworks start at 9:30 p.m. Free
WAXAHACHIE - CRAPE MYRTLE FESTIVAL
Waxahachie's annual Fourth of July celebration kicks off with a concert featuring ZZ Top tribute band, ZZ Tex. After the show, enjoy the fireworks display. Tune your radio to KBEC 1390/99.1 during the show for a simulcast of patriotic music choreographed to the fireworks. The celebration continues on July 4 with a hometown parade.
The Crape Myrtle Festival is July 3 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Waxahachie Sports Complex. Fireworks start at 9:15 p.m. The 4th of July parade is on July 4 at 10 a.m. at Getzendaner Park. Free.
JULY 4
Celebrate Independence Dayat the City of Bedford's annual Fourth of July celebration. Festivities include free live music from Downtown Fever Band, a kid’s zone, food trucks, and a fireworks show when the sun goes down.
July 4 from 5-10 p.m. at Generations Park at Boys Ranch in Bedford. Fireworks start at 9:40 p.m. Free.
The Burleson Lions Club kicks off Independence Day celebrations with a community parade. The celebration continues later in the evening with food trucks, a free concert by country music performer Spencer Crandall, followed by a fireworks show.
July 4 in Burleson. The parade steps off at 9 a.m. at Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza in Old Town. The festival starts at 5 p.m. at Chisenhall Sports Complex. Fireworks start at 9:20 p.m. Free.
DALLAS - INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION AT KLYDE WARREN PARK
The downtown deck park hosts Dallas' Independence Day party. The park opens at 7 a.m. for early birds that want to snag a spot on the lawn. Evening activities include balloon and tattoo artists, a patriotic fountain show, lawn games and a performance from the Emerald City Band. The evening concludes with a fireworks show that lights up the Dallas skyline.
July 4 from 7 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Klyde Warren Park, Dallas. Fireworks begin at 9:20 p.m. Free
DENTON INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
Start the day by celebrating the 250th birthday of the U.S.A. at Denton's Yankee Doodle Parade. Win prizes in categories like Most Patriotic Baby, Most Patriotic Bicycle and Most Patriotic Pet. Later, head to the North Texas Fairgrounds for music from Raised Right Men, followed by a fireworks show.
The Yankee Doodle Parade steps off on July 4 at 9 a.m. at the Denton Square. The festival is from 6 to 11 p.m., with fireworks at 9:30 p.m. at North Texas Fairgrounds. Free to attend, parking is $10.
City of Frisco’s Independence Day celebration kicks off with a classic car show, followed by a minor league baseball game where the Frisco RoughRiders take on the Midland RockHounds. A fireworks extravaganza happens immediately following the game.
July 4 from 6 to 10 p.m. at RoughRider Field in Frisco. Tickets $13-$49. Fireworks launch at 10 p.m.
THE COLONY - LIBERTY BY THE LAKE
Celebrations in The Colony kick off with a community parade. Festivities continue into the evening with a Lucha Libre Show, a watermelon-eating contest and a performance by Elevation by Emerald City. A fireworks show closes out the evening.
July 4 in The Colony. The parade steps off at 10 a.m. at Peters Colony Elementary School. The festival runs from 6 to 10 p.m., with fireworks at 9:30 p.m. at The Athletic Club in The Colony. Free
DESOTO - JULY FOURTH FIREWORKS CELEBRATION
The city teams with neighboring Lancaster to present a family-friendly evening in the park. There’ll be music, food and activities for the kids. Fireworks conclude the show.
July 4 from 4 to 10 p.m., at Grimes Park, DeSoto. Free.
Fort Worth’s Texas-size fireworks celebration returns to Panther Island Pavilion. Enjoy an evening of festival food, kids activities and live music from The Dick Beldings and Chattahoochee. You can also bring your own tube and float in the roped area until 8 p.m. The evening is topped off with the fireworks show along the banks of the Trinity River.
July 4 from 5 to 10 p.m. at Panther Island Pavilion. Fireworks start at 9:30 p.m.
GRANBURY'S HOMETOWN FOURTH OF JULY
Granbury's Fourth of July festivities kick off with a parade featuring floats, marching bands and community organizations. After the parade, head to Granbury’s historic downtown, where you can shop artisan vendors and enjoy live music. A fireworks show over Lake Granbury ends the evening.
July 4 in downtown Granbury. The parade steps off July 4 at 9 a.m. at Granbury High School, and fireworks start at 9:45 p.m. Free.
MCKINNEY'S RED, WHITE AND BOOM
McKinney's official Independence Day celebration features live music from the 80s Mix Tape Band, food trucks and a drone and fireworks show.
July 4, 6-10 p.m. at Towne Lake Park in McKinney. Free
Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with an evening of games, food and fireworks. Tune your radio to 97.5 KLAKE during the show for a live simulcast.
July 4, 6-10 p.m. at Collin College Spring Creek Campus in Plano. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Free.
JULY 5
Enjoy fireworks, a drone show and patriotic activities at the nearby Arlington Museum of Art and National Medal of Honor Museum. The fireworks show is set to music on 95.9 FM The Ranch.
July 5 in Arlington Entertainment District. Drone and fireworks show begin at 9:30 p.m. Free.
Editor's note: This post has been updated to remove events that have already occurred the weekend of June 26.
