DALLAS — Many families across North Texas will be celebrating July Fourth over the federal holiday weekend. From Friday, June 30 to Tuesday, July 4, most major cities in the area will be hosting celebrations and fireworks shows.
Here is what is going on in the DFW area:
Monday, July 3
The Sound at Cypress Waters will host a safe celebration for people and pets who deal with noise sensitivity.
Instead of fireworks, there will be a patriotic laser light show starting at 9:40 p.m.
Before that, you can enjoy the petting zoo, face painting, arts and crafts, animal education from the Creature Teacher and more. That all starts at 6 p.m.
The city of Arlington has two days of events to look forward to. Their first one kicks off at 6 p.m.
Bands will perform at four stages around downtown between 6-7 p.m. That's in addition to the food trucks, vendors, face painting and a bubble bus.
The firework show will start at 9:50 p.m. from City Tower and will be set to music on 95.9 The Ranch FM.
McKinney's also hosting back-to-back events on Monday and Tuesday.
From 6 to 9:30 p.m., there will be two concerts and a Kids Zone with family activities and food.
The fireworks display will run from 9:45 p.m. to 10 p.m.
You can bring coolers, blankets and lawn chairs to the park. Alcohol, pets, and grilling will not be allowed.
The Family 4th event will take over the Birdville ISD Plaza starting at 5 p.m.
Enjoy the bounce houses, food trucks, and a performance from the Texas All-Star Jazz Orchestra Concert.
At 9:30 p.m., there will be a Fireworks and Drone Show with an attempt to break the Guinness World Record for largest drone show, so expect over 1,000 drones.
The city of Carrollton will have its annual fireworks show. Its display will last for 15 minutes over Josey Ranch Lake starting at 9:30 p.m.
There will also be an Independence Day concert at the Carrollton Senior Center from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. that day.
While the party in Addison Circle Park for Addison Kaboom Town is free to attend, the tickets were limited and are sold out this year.
This year's event is taking place Monday, July 3 from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Now, the only way to guarantee admission to Addison Circle Park is through a hotel package. Guests at any of Addison’s participating hotels can get admission for up to six with each room reservation as well as an entrance through a special ‘fast lane.’ Hotel packages start at $104.
Addison Kaboom Town fireworks are livestreamed online, so those with sensor issues or those with small children and pets can enjoy the show in a quieter and more intimate environment.
Tuesday, July 4
Here's part two to Arlington's festivities.
The Arlington Independence Day Parade is set to kick of at 9 a.m. downtown. It's the largest 4th of July parade in Texas and one of the largest in the U.S.
Want to beat the crowd? Join the Inaugural Firecracker 5K. The course is the same as the parade route, so you could find your spot, go for a run at 7 a.m., then settle in for the parade.
NOTE: The following video was recorded in 2019
The Red, White and BOOM! keeps booming on Tuesday.
McKinney's Hometown Parade will start at 10 a.m., followed by the Yankee Doodle Block Party from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Hit up Fair Park from 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
There will be live music, food trucks, local vendors and more.
Later on, you can check out the firework show from either inside the Cotton Bowl Stadium or across Fair Park.
There will be a block party at Old City Park from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., full of food, games and surprises.
Be sure to sign up for a $10 ticket in advance.
Plano's All American 4th festival will be free and open to the public from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The city is celebrating not only the USA's birthday, but also the city's own 150th birthday.
On top of the food and free gifts, there will be a parade at 7:30 p.m. and a fireworks show at 9:30 p.m.
The Tarrant Regional Water District will host its 16th annual Independence Day celebration at Panther Island Pavilion.
Gates open at 5 p.m. with free admission. Be ready for a Texas-sized fireworks show topping off the live music, food and kids' activities.
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to the Chisenhall Sports Complex.
The gates open at 5 p.m. and the program starts at 7 p.m. Be there for the "Burleson Best" concert at 7:30 p.m., followed by fireworks at 9:20 p.m.
Rowlett's got a lineup for its Fireworks on Main event Tuesday evening.
Three bands will perform back-to-back from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., setting up the fireworks as the show's headlining entertainment.
There will also be food trucks available with a variety of dishes like BBQ and ice cream.
Generations Park is the place to be in Bedford for its Independence Day celebration.
The festival will be free and attendees can bring lawn chairs, blanks, coolers and non-alcoholic beverages (keep in mind, glass containers will not be allowed).
The Inspiration Band will be there to perform while you check out the food trucks, marketplace and kid's zone.
Fireworks will launch at 9:30 p.m. from the park.
The city of Irving has an itinerary for its 4th of July festivities.
It all kicks off with a 9 a.m. parade through the Heritage District, full of all things red, white and blue.
That'll be followed by the Watermelon Social from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Heritage Park. Beat the heat with a cool slice of watermelon and tunes from the Jade Flores Band.
You can do your own thing for the afternoon, then head to the Levy Event Plaza at 6 p.m. Enjoy the food, rides, the kid's area and the live music before the Fireworks and Drone Show takes the skies at 9:15 p.m.
If you're in or near Duncanville, Armstrong Park will be your spot for fireworks.
The celebration runs from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
The band Extended Play will be performing, adding on to the foods and goods at the park on top of the bounce houses.
Fireworks are scheduled to fire off at 9:30 p.m.
Celebrate independence "Dallas Winds style." The orchestra calls the concert their "pedal-to-the-metal, red, white and blue musical salute to mom, apple pie and the American way."
You can also expect hot dogs, ice cream, air conditioning and indoor fireworks.
Trophy Club will have a packed Fourth of July schedule.
Everyone who pre-registered for the Patriot 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run will hit the ground running (or strolling) at 7:15 a.m.
After the Fun Run awards, the Parade of Patriots kicks off at 9:30 a.m. Both the races and the parade will be held at Byron Nelson High School, so you won't need to go anywhere else for the morning.
The city will have a celebration event starting at 6 p.m. at Independence Park East. Bring chairs, blankets, and money for food (cash or card).
Fireworks will start at around 9:40 p.m.
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