4th of July events in Dallas–Fort Worth for 2025

🎆 Major Fireworks Spectacles

• Addison Kaboom Town! - July 3. One of the country’s biggest fireworks shows with an air‑and‑fireworks spectacle, drawing up to half a million people.

• Fair Park Fourth - July 4, 5:30 PM (Fireworks at ~9:30 PM) Free live music, games, food trucks - and fireworks launched from inside the Cotton Bowl.

• Dallas Winds Star‑Spangled Spectacular – July 4, afternoon at Meyerson Symphony Center. Orchestral concert and indoor fireworks with tickets ranging from $35–$91.

• Fort Worth’s Fourth - July 4, Panther Island Pavilion. Free event featuring river floating, live music, kids' activities, gates open at 5 PM, fireworks at 9:30 PM ($10–$20 parking).

🎉 Suburban Celebrations Nearby

• Frisco Freedom Fest - July 4. Two-day festivities including a 5K, kid zones, drone show, followed by fireworks after the FC Dallas game.

• Waxahachie Crape Myrtle Festival - July 3. Live music (Big City Outlaws), food vendors, parade, plus fireworks around 9:15 PM.

• Arlington “Light Up Arlington” & Parade - July 3-4. Morning parade, evening festivities with live music, food trucks, and fireworks.

• Farmers Branch Celebration - July 3. Family-friendly festival with live music, food trucks, patriotic entertainment, and fireworks.

• Grand Prairie Lone Stars & Stripes Festival - July 3. Horse races, live music - you can stick around for fireworks after the races.

• Bedford 4th Fest - July 4. Local music, food trucks, kid zones, plus an evening fireworks show.

4th of July Necessities

1) Patriotic Shirt - Mens

2) U.S Flags

3) 4th of July Women's Bikini

4) Independence Day Beads

5) American Flag Fanny Packs with Drink Holder

6) 4th of July Decorations

🎈 Family-Friendly & Low-Key Options

• Klyde Warren Park Independence Day Bash - June 28 @ 7 PM. Early start with live music, kids' games, food trucks, culminating in fireworks.

• Downtown Dallas: Reunion Tower Light Show - July 4 evening. Spectacular red, white & blue light display on the Reunion Tower.

• Garland “Red, White & You” - July 3 @ 5 PM in Downtown Garland Square, fireworks at 9:30 PM.

📝 At-a-Glance Event Summary

Event	Date	Highlights	Entry
Addison Kaboom Town	July 3	Fireworks + airshow	Ticketed
Fair Park Fourth	July 4	Live music, family fun	Free
Dallas Winds @ Meyerson	July 4	Indoors, orchestral	$35–$91
Fort Worth’s Fourth	July 4	River tubing + fireworks	Free
Frisco Freedom Fest	July 4	Drone show + soccer game	Free
Regional Festivals	July 3–4	Parades, food, music	Free

✅ Tips for a Smooth Celebration

• 🎫 Tickets: Some events like Addison require tickets; plan ahead!

• 🕰️ Timing: Shows typically start around 9:30 PM; arrive in the evening.

• 🚗 Parking: Expect paid parking and road closures; public transit or rideshare is often easier.

• 🎒 Essentials: Bring water, chairs/blankets, sunscreen, and check for cooler restrictions (e.g., Fort Worth's event prohibits them).