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Around Town: July 2nd-5th, 2020

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Mrs. Baird's Bread Presents: Red, White & Brave

Just because we're social distancing, doesn't mean we can't celebrate America's Independence Day! We're saluting our frontline and essential workers that have kept us safe during these times of isolation and uncertainty. The M80's will be playing at Lava Cantina in The Colony…you can stream it live online here. Then, enjoy a streamed fireworks show.


Schedule: 9:30pm - The M80's; 10:15pm - Fireworks streamed with a countdown brought to you by Mrs. Bairds; 10:30 pm - more of the M80's

Where: Online

When: Friday, July 3rd

Cost: Completely Free!

More info: https://krld.radio.com/events/mrs-bairds-bread-presents-red-white-brave

McKinney's Red, White and BOOM! Drive-Thru Parade

It's like a parade in reverse. The floats are stationary, and YOU drive by THEM. That's how we get it done in 2020. Floats will be stationed on Louisiana and Virginia streets on the blocks between Church and Tennessee streets. Fireworks will go off at 9:30 p.m. from Craig Ranch. There is no public parking.

Where: Downtown McKinney

When: Saturday, July 4, 9-11 a.m.

Cost: Free

More info: https://www.mckinneytexas.org/830/Red-White-and-BOOM

Fireworks Shows on Friday, July 3rd

Addison's Kaboom Town (Online Only) - 9:30 p.m. 

Allen (near Exchange & Watters) - 9:30 p.m.

Arlington (Entertainment District) - 9:30 p.m.

Southlake (fired from Bicentennial Park) - 9:30 p.m.

Fireworks Shows on Saturday, July 4th

Anna (at Coyote Stadium) - 9:30 p.m.

Fort Worth (Panther Island Pavilion) - 9:30 p.m.

Frisco - 9:30 p.m.

Grapevine - 9:30 p.m.

Hudson Oaks - 9:30 p.m.

McKinney (at Craig Ranch) - 9:30 p.m.

Plano (near Lavon Farms) - 9:30 p.m.

Rockwall - 9:30 p.m.

The Colony (near The Colony Five Star Complex) - 9:30 p.m.

Trophy Club - 9:30 p.m.

Cinema Pop Up at The Star

The classic nostalgia of the drive-in theater comes to The Star in Frisco. Wednesday and Thursday, the flick is Edge of Tomorrow, and Friday, Saturday and Sunday you can enjoy Ready Player One.

Where: The Star in Frisco, 12 Cowboys Way, Frisco

When: July 1 - 5 (also July 8 - 12). Lots open at 7 p.m., movies start at 8:30 p.m.

Cost: $25 / vehicle

More info: https://www.thestarinfrisco.com/calendar/cinema-pop-ups-at-the-star-july/

Jurassic Quest Drive Thru

The national touring dinosaur exhibit is now an interactive drive-thru experience, featuring over 70 moving and life-like dinosaurs. Guests will use an online audio tour that will lead them throughout the dinosaur safari. The experience lasts 30 minute to an hour. The run of the drive-thru has been extended to July 12.

Where: Fair Park, 3809 Grand Ave, Dallas

When: July 2 - July 12 from 9am-8pm daily

Cost: $49 per vehicle (9 people or less)

More info: https://www.jurassicquest.com/events/drive-thru-dallas-tx

The Modern Art Museum Fort Worth (Reopening)

After a long wait, the Modern plans to reopen on Thursday, July 1. Masks are required for entry. Social distancing will be enforced, but parties can remain together. The Modern has increased the number of hand sanitizing stations around the facility. Cafe Modern will remain closed. 

Where: 3200 Darnell St., Fort Worth

When: Reopening Wednesday, July 1 (closed on July 4)

Cost: $16 general admission, $12 seniors, $10 students (with ID), Free for under 18.

More info: https://www.themodern.org/reopening

Tribeca Film Festival Drive-In at AT&T Stadium

The Tribeca Film Festival heads to AT&T Stadium for the Tribeca Drive-In. More than 30 films will be shown this month, with screenings on Thursday through Sunday evenings. On the opening weekend films include John Lewis: Good Trouble, Jaws, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, The NeverEnding Story, The Wizard of Oz, INVASION!, Apollo 13, Field of Dreams, Space Jam, Gloves Off, and Creed.

Where: AT&T Stadium, 1 AT&T Way Arlington, TX

When: Thursday July 2 - 5 (and 9 - 12, 16 - 19, 23 - 26, July 30 - August 2)

Cost: $35 / vehicle

More info: https://tribecafilm.com/drive-in/ATT-Stadium