Residents throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area have a wide array of options for celebrating Independence Day this year, with dozens of municipalities organizing parades, festivals, and fireworks displays. The events span several days in late June and early July, offering activities for families and individuals across North Texas.
Fort Worth is about 31 miles west of Dallas. In Fort Worth, the city is hosting Fort Worth's Fourth, which includes a festival, food vendors, live music, and fireworks. The event is scheduled for July 4. Visitors can find more information at fortworthsfourth.com.
Several cities are holding their main celebrations on July 4. Arlington will host Light Up Arlington, featuring a parade on Saturday and fireworks on Sunday. Denton is planning a Yankee Doodle parade and fireworks show. In McKinney, the Red, White and Boom event will include a parade, block party, concert, and fireworks. Flower Mound is organizing an Independence Fest with a parade, car show, and fireworks. Hudson Oaks will hold Boomin' 4th, featuring food, music, and fireworks.
Other communities are holding events on different dates. Addison is hosting Addison Kaboom Town! on July 3 at Addison Circle Park, which requires tickets and includes an air show and live music. Farmers Branch and Garland are also holding events on July 3. Garland’s Red, White & You will feature a carnival, food, and music. Farmers Branch’s celebration includes food trucks and live music.
A group of cities including Lake Dallas, Corinth, Hickory Creek, and Shady Shores are jointly hosting Lake Cities 4th of July events on June 27. These gatherings will include parades, festivals, and fireworks. Similarly, Haltom City, North Richland Hills, Richland Hills, and Watauga are collaborating on Family 4th on the 3rd, which will take place on July 1 and feature a drone show and fireworks.
Some cities are extending their celebrations over multiple days. Grand Prairie will host the Long Stars and Stripes Fireworks Festival from July 3 to 4, including Thoroughbred racing and family activities. Granbury is holding Red, White & Celebrate - 250 Years! from July 3 to 5, with a parade, vendors, and music. Frisco’s Freedom Fest runs July 3 to 4 and includes a 5K race, car show, and vendors. Irving’s Sparks & Stripes event spans July 3 to 4, with a drone show on Friday and a parade on Saturday. Duncanville is hosting Red, White, & Goals from July 3 to 4, featuring soccer watch parties and a parade.
