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The Best July 4th Fireworks Shows in Dallas-Fort Worth

Welcome to our exciting guide on the top July 4th fireworks shows in Dallas-Fort Worth! As Independence Day approaches, we have compiled a comprehensive list of the most spectacular displays that will ignite the night sky with awe-inspiring bursts of color and mesmerizing pyrotechnics. Whether you're a local resident or visiting the DFW region, here's where to check out the dazzling fireworks shows from the viewing spots and family-friendly festivities near you!



July 1

Independence day weekend at the dallas arboretum


When: Saturday, July 1 - 4, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Where: Dallas ARboretum and Botanical Garden

Cost: $5

See live music and get entrance to the Rory Meyers Children's Adventure Garden with your $5 admission to the four-day event.


REd, White and Groove


When: Saturday, July 1, 4 p.m.

Where: AT&T Discovery District

Cost: FREE

Grab a spot on the lawn and enjoy a pre-July 4 concert Downtown, played by the National Guard's 36th Infantry Division Band.


Liberty By the Lake


When: Saturday, July 1, 6-11 p.m.

Where: The Colony's Five Star Sports Complex

Cost: FREE

The fireworks start around 9:30 in The Colony, but be sure and check out the family fun zone and live music before things pop off!


Farmer's Branch Independence day celebration


When: Saturday, July 1, 6:30-10 p.m.

Where: Farmer's Branch Historical Park

Cost: Starting at $5

Balloon artists, food vendors and live music kick things off before a low-level fireworks show lights up the sky.


Independence day at PGA Frisco


When: Saturday, July 1, 6-10 p.m.

Where: Frisco's Monument Realty PGA District

Cost: FREE

The new Omni PGA Frisco hosts its first July 4 celebration this year with live music, carnival games and bites and drinks from local food trucks.


Klyde Warren Park


When: Saturday, July 1, 7-10 p.m.

Where: Klyde Warren Park

Cost: FREE

The Downtown deck park will feature live music from Angel White and Prophets and Outlaws and include festival games, stilt walkers, caricature artists, food trucks and pop-up bars, with a pyrotechnic show scheduled for 9:30 p.m.


Independence day in Forney


When: Saturday, July 1, 6-10 p.m.

Where: Forney Community Park

Cost: FREE

There will be music, games bounce houses for the kids and a huge fireworks finale at Forney Community Park.


Keller Lights


When: Saturday, July 1, 4-10 p.m.

Where: Keller Town Hall

Cost: FREE

Keller Town Hall will host a hotdog eating contest, live music, food and drink vendors, as well as a 15-minute fireworks show to close the night out.


Lake Cities 4th of july


When: Saturday, July 1, 9 a.m. -10 p.m.

Where: Lake Dallas City Park

Cost: FREE

The parade will start at 9 a.m. and the fun continues with a watermelon eating contest, an apple pie bake-off and food vendors and live music starting at 4 p.m. Fireworks start at 9 p.m.



July 3

Addison Kaboom Town


When: Monday, July 3, 5-11 p.m.

Where: Addison Circle Park

Cost: SOLD OUT

Though tickets are sold out, there will be plenty of patio and parking lot watch parties at many of Addison's great restaurants and bars. The fireworks show starts at 9:30 p.m.



Arlington independence day parade


When: Monday, July 3, 9 a.m.

Where: Downtown Arlington

Cost: FREE

The Light Up Arlington Festival starts at 6 p.m., but get there early for the parade, which will feature more than 120 floats, bands, drill teams and mounted units! Fireworks set to music from "The Ranch" 95.9 FM start at 9:50 p.m.


frisco Freedom Fest


When: Monday, July 3, 4:45 p.m.

Where: Frisco Square

Cost: FREE

Start the celebration on Monday with the Freedom Fest, featuring a cornhole tournament, the Daschund Dash and the Yankee Doodle Poodle Parade, and continue things on Tuesday with Taste of Frisco and Party in the Plaza!


Hurst Stars & Stripes


When: Monday, July 3, 6 p.m.

Where: Hurst Community Park

Cost: FREE

There will be food trucks and live music by Micky and the Motorcars and Emerald City. Fireworks start at 9:30 p.m. and there is also a free shuttle service from North East Mall.


lone stars & Stripes


When: Monday, July 3, 3 p.m.

Where: Lone Star Park

Cost: $10-$75

Stay after the horse races on both July 3 and July 4 for the Lone Stars and Stripes Festival. Kids can ride the ponies and check out the petting zoo from 3-9 p.m. both days before a fireworks show starting after the last race.


mckinney red, white and boom


When: Monday, July 3, 6-10 p.m.

Where: McKinney Soccer Complex, Craig Ranch

Cost: FREE

Come for the kids' activities, concert and fireworks finale on Monday, and come back for the downtown parade and Yankee Doodle Block Party on Tuesday!


southlake stars & Stripes


When: Monday, July 3, 5-11 p.m.

Where: Southlake Town Square

Cost: FREE

Check out the patriotic stilt walkers, art buses, huge yard games, live music, doughnut eating contest and fireworks at 9:30 p.m.


July 4

Duncanville 4th of july


When: Tuesday, July 4, 6-10 p.m.

Where: Armstrong Historical Park

Cost: FREE

The Lion's Club Parade starts at 9 a.m. and the evening festivities start at 6 p.m., including music, food, bounce houses and fireworks show at 9:30 p.m.


Fair Park Fourth


When: Tuesday, July 4, 4:30 -10 p.m.

Where: Fair Park

Cost: FREE

Watch the fireworks from inside the Cotton Bowl or anywhere else in the park! Parking is just $10, and entrance is free.


Fort Worth's Fourth


When: Tuesday, July 4, 5 p.m.

Where: Panther Island Pavilion

Cost: FREE

Celebrate the Fourth along the banks of the Trinity River at the festival that includes live music, kids' activities, festival food and a fireworks show at 9:30 p.m.


Grapevine July 4th Extravaganza


When: Tuesday, July 4, 9:30 p.m.

Where: Meadowmere Park

Cost: $20 per vehicle (if parking at the park)

Fireworks over Grapevine Lake can be enjoyed from many lakeside spots, and the fireworks show can also be viewed from the Gaylord Texan Resort or from Grapevine Main Station.


Irving's Sparks & Stripes


When: Tuesday, July 4, 6-10 p.m.

Where: Levy Event Plaza

Cost: FREE

Start the day with the parade at 9 a.m. followed by the Watermelon Social in the Heritage District. The evening festivities start at 6 p.m. with live music, rides, games as well as food and drink vendors. The fireworks and drone show is scheduled for 9:15 p.m.


castle hills july 4th festival


When: Tuesday, July 4, 5:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Where: Lewisville's Castle Hills Village Shops and Plaza

Cost: FREE

Rides, kids' attractions, face painters and balloon artists, as well and food and drink kick off at 5:30 p.m., and the fireworks follow at dusk!


Little Elm's July Jubilee


When: Tuesday, July 4, 4 p.m.

Where: Little Elm Park

Cost: FREE

Entertainment and concessions start at 4 p.m. and fireworks will light up the sky over Lewisville Lake at 9:30 p.m.


Plano's All-American Fourth


When: Tuesday, July 4, 6-10 p.m.

Where: Collin College Spring Creek

Cost: FREE

Gates open at 6 p.m., the parade starts at 7:30 p.m. and the festival closes with fireworks at 9:30 p.m.


Rockwall 4th of july


When: Tuesday, July 4, 11 a.m.

Where: Harry Myers Park

Cost: FREE

The morning parade starts at 11 a.m. before the evening festivities kick off at 7 p.m. with food, music, a parachute jump team demo and fireworks around 9:15 p.m.


rowlett's fireworks on main


When: Tuesday, July 4, 5-10 p.m.

Where: Pecan Grove Park

Cost: FREE

Three live bands will entertain attendees, there will be a kids' zone and the fireworks get started after dark!


terrell freedom fest


When: Tuesday, July 4, 5 p.m.

Where: Terrell Municipal Airport

Cost: FREE

They will have a kids zone, food vendors and a great fireworks show at 9:30 p.m. Parking is free, too!






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