Fourth of July 2025 is right around the corner, and Dallas-Fort Worth is packed with patriotic things to do! From family-friendly Independence Day festivals to the best places to watch fireworks in Dallas, we’ve rounded up the top 4th of July events happening all weekend long across DFW
Updated June 2025
MULTI-DAY EVENTS & FESTIVALS
Photo courtesy of Frisco Freedom Fest
City of Irving presents Sparks & Stripes
Kick off the 4th early with a fireworks display at Levy Event Plaza! Bring your own chairs and blankets to watch the fireworks and drone show, and get there early to see the patriotic flyover, live music, and grab a bite from local food vendors. The following day, you can check out the parade on July 4th at Irving's Heritage District!
Dates & times: July 3rd from 7pm to 10:30pm & July 4th at 9am
Admission: Free
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Frisco Freedom Fest
Head to Frisco for a full two days of fun for humans and pets alike! The festivities kick off July 3rd at Kaleidoscope Park, featuring a cornhole tournament with cash prizes, a Paws and Stripes pet festival with Dachshund Dash Races, a Party in the USA 5k, and an epic drone show! Come back on July 4th for a classic car show, vendors galore, a Hometown Heroes area highlighting veterans and first responders, an FC Dallas match, and a 20-minute fireworks show to cap off the night! (Pictured)
Dates & times: July 3rd from & 4th 6pm to 10pm
Admission: Free
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Dallas Arboretum Independence Day Family Fun Weekend
Celebrate all weekend long at one of Dallas’ most beautiful outdoor spaces! Families can enjoy daily concerts from artists like Bad Connection, Rebecca Cordes, Karen Lim-Smith, and Ashmore. Plus, explore pop-up vendors, educational exhibits, photo ops, and more throughout the garden!
Dates & times: July 4th through 7th from 9am to 4pm daily
Admission: Free with garden admission
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Dallas Farmers Market: Red, White, & Tomato
Enjoy a low-key celebration at the beloved Dallas Farmers Market’s tomato-themed weekend! The market will have all their usual fresh produce and local goods, but with patriotic activities like live music, cooking demonstrations, themed kids activities, and more!
Dates & times: July 4th and 5th from 9am to 5pm
Admission: Free
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JUNE 28TH EVENTS
Klyde Warren Park
See fireworks with a side of skyline views at the beloved Klyde Warren Park! This family-friendly celebration will feature live music from Emerald City All-Stars, followed by a show with fireworks launched from both sides of the park. Bring your own blanket or lawn chair, grab a bite from Mi Cocina or a food truck, and get ready for some festive Fourth fun!
Time: 7pm to 10pm
Admission: Free
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JULY 3RD EVENTS
Photo courtesy of Addison Kaboom Town!
Addison Kaboom Town!
This epic fireworks show is known as one as the best in the nation! Head to Addison Circle Park to view the breathtaking 25-minute-long show, plus a choreographed skydive, historic planes flying overhead, live music performances, and more. Plus, enjoy more fun activities like a children's area, games, a beer garden, pop-up vendors, a market, and more! (Pictured)
Time: 5pm to 11pm
Admission: $5 to $10
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City of Carrollton Independence Day Fireworks Show
For a low-key evening of fireworks watching, grab a spot on the grass near Josey Ranch Lake! The city of Carrollton will have a 15-minute fireworks show, with no onsite event, making for the perfect relaxed Fourth of July.
Time: 9:30pm
Admission: Free
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City of Garland presents Red, White & You
The beloved Downtown Garland Square will have a festival for the Fourth! Enjoy live music from Q The Band and American Bombshells, a carnival with rides and games, food trucks, and of course, a fireworks show!
Time: 5pm to 10pm
Admission: Free
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Frisco RoughRiders
Celebrate the 4th of July by joining in on “America’s favorite pastime!” The Double-A Affiliate team of the Texas Rangers, the Frisco RoughRiders, is kicking off 4th of July weekend with an epic game against the Arkansas Travelers. During the game, enjoy the lazy river and half-priced drink specials, and stay awhile after to enjoy the fireworks display above Riders Field!
Time: 7pm
Admission: Varies by seat, use the link above for $25 lazy river tickets, $20 home plate, or $15 dugout seats
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The Sound at Cypress Waters Sensory Sensitive 4th of July Celebration
If you, a loved one, or your pet has a noise sensitivity, this event is a safe and fun alternative! Traditional fireworks will be replaced with a colorful patriotic laser light show! Before the show, enjoy a Taylor Swift tribute concert, animal education lessons from Creature Teacher, a petting zoo presented by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, face paintings, and more! Plus, there will be a designated "calm area" and autism-trained staff onsite to help create a supportive, respectful environment.
Time: 6pm to 10pm
Admission: Free
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Toyota Music Factory
Keep the good vibes going after the Irving fireworks at the official afterparty! The Plaza will be decked out with festive photo ops, live music entertainment, giveaways, and themed drink specials at The Cantina Bar!
Time: 9pm
Admission: Free
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4th of July in Denton
Head to the historic Denton Square for patriotic fun for all ages! The celebration will feature live music, eats from local vendors, face painting, photo ops, and even a hot dog eating contest. The highlight of the night will be an over-the-top drone show!
Time: 6pm to 11pm
Admission: Free
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JULY 4TH EVENTS
Photo courtesy of Fair Park
Arlington Independence Day Parade
Celebrate our nation's independence at the largest 4th of July parade in Texas! Featuring over 120 entries, this amazing parade follows a two-mile route through the city of Arlington. This year's theme is “Shining Bright Since ’65", celebrating the fact that it's the oldest and longest-running event in Arlington! Before the parade, you can also join in on the Firecracker 5k!
Time: 9am to 11:30am
Admission: Free
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City of McKinney Red, White, & BOOM!
Enjoy a full day of patriotic fun in McKinney! The holiday kicks off with a hometown parade and Yankee Doodle block party Downtown, then the fun continues at Gabe Nesbitt Community Park with a concert and fireworks display. Plus, enjoy festive foods, kids’ activities, and more!
Time: 10am to 10pm
Admission: Free
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Dallas Winds presents "Star-Spangled Spectacular"
Keep cool and get your groove on with a red, white, and blue musical salute to our country, performed by Dallas Winds! Enjoy iconic American songs like Deep in the Heart of Texas, Throne Room and Finale from Star Wars by John Williams, A New Birth of Freedom by Randol Alan Bass, and an Armed Forces Salute for the grand finale! There will be hot dogs, ice cream, and indoor fireworks. The best part? It’s air-conditioned!
Time: 1pm
Admission: $35 to $90
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Fair Park Fourth
Let freedom ring in Fair Park and watch fireworks from an iconic Dallas landmark! The annual festival will feature live music, local vendors, food trucks, and more. There will be tons of activities for kids, so bring the whole family along to celebrate! The highlight of the night is the fireworks show, which can be viewed from inside the Cotton Bowl Stadium or anywhere in Fair Park! Pictured above, photo courtesy of Fair Park. (Pictured)
Time: 4:30pm to 10pm
Admission: Free
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Lone Star Park presents Lone Stars & Stripes Celebration
Lone Star Park is celebrating this year with an All-American tradition -- horse racing! Catch exciting horse races, live music from The Mullet Boyz, and explore family-friendly activities like a petting zoo, pony rides, face painting, airbrush tattoo artists, inflatable slides, obstacle course, and games galore!
Time: 5pm to 10pm
Admission: $10 to $90
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