As the nation prepares to commemorate its independence, the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex is gearing up for a Fourth of July extravaganza filled with brilliant fireworks displays.
From panoramic city skylines to scenic waterfront locations, there are numerous venues across the region where you can witness the spectacle of fireworks illuminating the night sky.
Get ready to don your red, white, and blue as we unveil the most awe-inspiring Fourth of July fireworks displays in DFW, ensuring you experience a star-spangled celebration like no other.
MONDAY, JULY 3
4th of July Weekend in Denton
On Saturday, July 1, they’ll host the traditional Liberty Fun Run and Yankee Doodle Parade in downtown Denton. On Monday, July 3, it’s the July Jubilee Festival in collaboration with the Denton Kiwanis Drone Show!
Where: Downtown Denton, TX
When: Saturday, July 1 and Monday, July 3
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.cityofdenton.com/954/Independence-Day
Addison Kaboom Town!
Addison Kaboom Town! Is one of the more unique shows in the area. This show has been held since 1985. The incredible Addison Airport Airshow starts at 7:30 p.m., 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!
Where: Addison Circle Park, Addison
When: Monday, July 3 from 5 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://addisonkaboomtown.com/
City of Carrollton Independence Day Fireworks
Celebrate Independence Day with a free Community Fireworks Display over Josey Ranch Lake. The display will begin after sunset approximately at 9:30 p.m. and will last 15 minutes.
Where: Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake, 1700 Keller Springs Rd, Carrollton
When: Monday, July 3 at 9:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Family 4th Fireworks Show
This year’s Northeast Tarrant Family 4th event will feature a fantastic display of fireworks and drones from 9:30-10pm on Monday, July 3. Before the fireworks enjoy Family Fun with Bounce Houses and Food Trucks from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m., and Texas All-Star Jazz Orchestra Concert from 7:30-9pm.
Where: BISD Plaza, BISD Plaza 6351 26 Blvd, North Richland Hills
When: July 3 at 5:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: https://web.netarrant.org/events/FAMILY-4TH-on-the-3rd--5264/details
Hurst Stars & Stripes
Come out to enjoy live music, food trucks, and a beautiful fireworks show! FREE shuttles are available from designated parking at North East Mall. Micky & the Motorcars plays at 6 p.mEmerald City at 8:00 p.m., and the fireworks go at 9:30 p.m.
Where: Hurst Community Park, 601 Precinct Line Rd, Hurst
When: July 3 starting at 6:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: https://www.hursttx.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/15067/1975
July 3rd All American Fireworks & Festival in Roanoke
The FREE family fun event includes: bounce houses, face painting, contests, giveaways, a concert with Emerald City band, a pie eating contest and a giant fireworks display.
Where: Oak Street in downtown Roanoke
When: Monday, July 3 from 5 p.m - 10 p.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: https://roanoketexas.com/250/July-3rd-All-American-Fireworks-Festival
Light Up Arlington
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, including Mitchell Ferguson and Brad Thompson on the Levitt Pavilion Stage.
The bubble bus will be returning for the little ones at the Downtown Library. Vendors and at least 20 food trucks will be in the Downtown Arlington area.
A Children's Entrepreneur Market will be a new addition to this year's festivities.
Where: Levitt Pavilion, Arlington
When: Monday, July 3 at 6:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: https://www.arlingtontx.gov/independence_day
Lone Stars & Stripes Celebration
Enjoy live racing, great music and family activities from 3p.m. - 9 p.m. on July 3 and 4. Admission is $10, and parking is $20. There’s a fireworks show after the last race each night.
Where: Lone Star Park, 1000 Lone Star Pkwy, Grand Prairie
When: Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, July 4 from 3 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Cost: $10
More Info: https://www.lonestarpark.com/
Mansfield Rocks
Celebrating Fifteen years of Family, Fun, Fireworks and Freedom in Mansfield! Gates Open at 6:00 p.m., catch Radio Edit at Big League Dreams at 7:00 p.m., Hula Dancers at Hawaiian Falls at 8:00 p.m. Fireworks at 9:00 p.m.
Where: Big League Dreams Mansfield, 500 Heritage Pkwy S, Mansfield
When: Monday, July 3 from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Cost: $10 per person
More Info: https://mansfieldrockin.com/
Patriotic Pops from the Plano Community Band
Bring a picnic, some patriotic spirit and listen to the sounds of America from the Plano Community Band. The Choir from Custer Road UMC will be the guest star of this event.
Where: Haggard Park, 901 E 15th St, Plano
When: Monday, July 3 at 7:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
Red White and Blue Featuring Coffey Anderson at Grandscape
Celebrate America’s birthday with Mr. Red White & Blue. Coffey Anderson returns to the Grandscape Stage on Monday, July 3 for a special Independence Day concert, followed by their FREE Red, White & BOOM fireworks show to end the night! The Opening Act featuring Ryder Grimes is at 7:00 p.m., Coffey Anderson performs at 8 p.m., and the Red, White & Boom Fireworks Show is at 9:45 p.m.
Where: Grandscape, The Colony
When: Monday, July 3 from 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Cost: Open seating on the back half of the lawn is FREE
More info: https://www.grandscape.com/event/9689/2023-07-03/
Red, White and BOOM!
The City of McKinney celebrates Independence Day at Red, White and BOOM! with free family activities, live entertainment, and a spectacular fireworks show. Monday night at Gabe Nesbitt Park, festivities include music (from The Rumble Kings and Intensity Band), food, kids’ activities, a concert, and a fireworks display. Then on Tuesday morning, there’s a Hometown Parade at 10 a.m. and a Block Party starting at 11 a.m. in Downtown McKinney.
Where: Gabe Nesbitt Community Park (Monday night) / Downtown McKinney (Tuesday)
When: Monday, July 3 from 6 - 10 p.m.; Tuesday, July 4 at 10 a.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.mckinneytexas.org/830/Red-White-and-BOOM
Sensory Sensitive 4th of July Celebration
The Sound at Cypress Waters presents the Second Annual Sensory Sensitive Fourth of July Celebration, on July 3 starting at 6 pm. This Independence Day Celebration provides a fun and safe alternative to people and pets who deal with noise sensitivity. Traditional fireworks will be replaced with a colorful patriotic laser light show at dark to celebrate our nation’s independence. There will be a concert a concert by 1999 The Legacy of Prince, animal education from Creature Teacher, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Petting Zoo, Disc Dog Demonstrations on the
lawn, face painting, and more.
Where: The Sound at Cypress Waters, Dallas
When: Monday, July 3 at 6 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://thesoundtx.com/sensory-sensitive-4th-of-july-celebration/
Southlake Stars & Stripes
There are two stages to catch amazing acts like Empty Pockets, Southlake Community Band, SuperGlide Band and Inspiration Band. Two doughnut eating contests will take place at 7:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Where: Southlake Town Square, 285 Grand Ave, Southlake
When: Monday, July 3 from 5:00 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: https://www.visitsouthlaketexas.com/stars-and-stripes/
TUESDAY, JULY 4
4thFest from the City of Bedford
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, and coolers. No glassc ontainers are permitted.
Where: Generations Park at Boys Ranch, 2801 Forest Ridge Dr, Bedford
When: Tuesday, July 4 from 5:00 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.bedfordtx.gov/273/4thFest
All American 4th from the City of Plano
The festival is open from 6 to 10 pm, with a parade at 7:30 pm and fireworks beginning at 9:30 pm. Parking will be available at Collin College (2800 E. Spring Creek Parkway).
Food and beverages are available for purchase. Blankets, lawn chairs and coolers are welcome, but please leave all pets at home.
On this birthday of the USA, we’ll also celebrate Plano’s 150th birthday with free treats and gifts for all guests, while supplies last, as well as an Instagram-able birthday photo op.
Where: Collin College Plano Campus
When: July 4 from 6 p.m - 10 p.m. (Parade at 7:30 p.m.)
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.plano.gov/1042/All-American-4th
Arlington Independence Day Parade
The Arlington Independence Day Parade is one of the largest 4th of July parades in the United States, the largest in Texas, and one of the longest running annual events in Arlington. Witness more than 120 entries into this year’s parade. AND there’s the Inaugural Arlington Independence Day Parade Firecracker 5K at 7:00 a.m.
Where: Downtown Arlington
When: Tuesday, July 4 at 9:00 a.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://arlington4th.org/
Block Party at the Park
Looking for some fun on the 4th? Visit Old City Park in Dallas! Enjoy fun games spread out throughout the park, water gun mayhem on Main Street, and a raffle contest with a surprise prize. This event is BYOB! They will have an All-n-BBQ food truck during the event, as well as Kona Ice.
Where: Old City Park, 1515 S Harwood St, Dallas
When: Tuesday, July 4th, 2pm – 6pm
Cost: $10
More info: https://oldcityparkdallas.org/dhv-events/fourth/
Burleson's Red, White & BTX
Saturday morning, the Lions Club Parade begins at 9 a.m., starting from Burleson High School. Then on Tuesday evening, Gates at Chisenhall Fields open at 5 p.m., the headlining concert from "Burleson Best" starts at 7:30 p.m. and fireworks start at 9:20 p.m.
Where: Chisenhall Fields, 500 Chisenhall Park Ln, Burleson
When: Tuesday, July 4th. Parade at 9:00 a.m., Evening show starts at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.burlesontx.com/1780/Red-White-BTX
Dallas Winds Star-Spangled Spectacular
It’s the Dallas Winds annual pedal-to-the-metal, red, white and blue musical salute to mom, apple pie and the American way. There’s hot dogs, ice cream and indoor fireworks. And it’s air conditioned!
Where: Meyerson Symphony Center, Dallas
When: Tuesday, July 4 at 1 p.m.
Cost: $21 and up
Duncanville Parade and 4th of July Celebration
The Duncanville Lions Club presents the Independence Day Parade at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday. The Parade route starts on Wheatland Road at Freeman Street, heads west and turns right on North Main Street, then ends at North Main Street and Freeman Street.
Celebrate our country’s Independence at a family-friendly event featuring the Extended Play, delicious food, bounce houses, face painters & more! Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m.
Where: Armstrong Park | 100 James Collins Blvd, Duncanville
When: July 4 from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: https://www.duncanvilletx.gov/news/featured_news/2023_independence_day
Fair Park Fourth
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.
Where: Fair Park, Dallas
DATE: July 4th
TIME: 5:00 PM
LOCATION: Lone Star Park
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