Lawn Chairs Ready? 20 North Texas Fireworks Shows to Celebrate Independence Day

Fireworks on July 4^th are as American as mom, apple pie and the stars and stripes.

But want to guess as to how many people who get caught up in the excitement of celebrating America’s birthday also end up getting injured? Too many is the answer, and it’s enough the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission keeps stats on this. In 2024, there were an estimated 1,700 emergency room visits for sparklers alone. Anyone else remember kids walking on them in bare feet?

Here’s an alternative: let the professionals handle it. If you play your cards right, you can even spread the fun out for a couple of days. In the interest of public safety, CandysDirt.com has compiled a list of celebrations where the pros light up the sky. Or like several cities’ social media pages posted, “Unless your name is the City of __, no fireworks are permitted.”

Be sure to visit your respective city’s website for more info and what’s allowed at the celebration.

Thursday, July 3

Addison

Addison Kaboom Town! returns to Addison Circle Park (4970 Addison Circle) on July 3. Festivities run from 5 to 11 p.m. and include an airshow, live music, food and beverage vendors, kids’ activities, and a fireworks display synchronized to STAR 102.1 FM starting at 9:30 p.m.

Arlington

Light Up Arlington will start the Independence Day celebration a day early, beginning at 6 p.m. at Levitt Pavilion, 100 W. Abram St. Free entertainment kicks off with Chef Dee’s blend of soul, funk, and R&B, followed by the Brad Thompson Band with a mix of pop, country, and classic rock. Fireworks are scheduled for 9:50 p.m.

Carrollton

Carrollton Independence Day Fireworks Show will be held at Josey Ranch Lake, 1700 Keller Springs Rd. The city’s 15-minute fireworks display starts at 9:30 p.m. Residents are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs.

Denton

Denton’s Fireworks Show hosted by Denton Noon Kiwanis Club comes to the Denton Fairgrounds, 2217 N. Carroll Blvd.. Gates open at 6 p.m. with vendors, food trucks, and live music. Fireworks begin at dark, around 9:30 p.m.

Hurst

Hurst’s Stars & Stripes kicks off at 6 p.m. at Hurst Community Park, 601 Precinct Line Road, with food trucks, a children’s area, and music from Spencer & the Work and Q the Band. Free shuttles will be available from the North East Mall parking lot. Fireworks are scheduled to begin at 9:30 p.m.

Keller

The 5th Annual Keller Lights! celebration runs from 6 to 10 p.m. at Keller Town Hall, 1100 Bear Creek Parkway, and features a hot dog–eating contest, music, and food trucks. Free shuttles will be available from LifeChurch, 1075 Keller Parkway, and Keller High School/KISD Stadium, 601 Pate Orr Road North.

North Richland Hills

Family 4th (on the 3rd) Celebration & Fireworks Show, presented by the Northeast Tarrant Chamber, offers family fun from 5 to 10 p.m. at the BISD Plaza parking lot, 6351 Blvd. 26. Expect bounce houses, a veteran’s salute, and live music from the Texas All-Star Jazz Orchestra. Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m.

Southlake

Southlake Stars and Stripes celebration runs from 5 to 11 p.m. at Southlake Town Square, 1400 E. Southlake Blvd., and features games, food trucks, and entertainment — all leading up to a fireworks countdown at 9:25 p.m. and display at 9:30 p.m.

Friday, July 4

Bedford

4th of July at Generations Park kicks off at 5 p.m. with music from ’80s Mix Tape party band, a children’s zone, and food trucks at Generations Park at Boys Ranch, 2801 Forest Ridge Dr. Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m.

Burleson

Red, White and BTX invites families to bring blankets and lawn chairs to Chisenhall Fields, 500 Chisenhall Park Ln., for an evening of music and fireworks. Local musician Dolan performs before the fireworks show, which begins at 9:20 p.m. The event runs from 5 to 10 p.m.

Dallas

Fair Park Fourth returns July 4 with free admission, fireworks, and family fun at historic Fair Park, 3809 Grand Ave. Gates open at 4:30 p.m. with live music, food trucks, and activities throughout the grounds. The fireworks show begins at approximately 9:45 p.m. over the Cotton Bowl.

Flower Mound

Independence Fest takes place on July 4 at Bakersfield Park, 1201 Duncan Ln. Evening events begin at 5 p.m., including food trucks, a car show, and a headline concert from Chris Janson with fireworks that follow at approximately 9:50 p.m.

Fort Worth

Fort Worth’s Fourth returns to Panther Island Pavilion, 395 Purcey St., for its 18th year. The celebration includes food, kids’ activities, and tubing in the Trinity River (bring your own tube). Performances by Metal Shop and the U.S. Air Force Band warm up the crowd before the fireworks show over the river.

Frisco

Frisco Freedom Fest will celebrate July Fourth at Simpson Plaza, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd. Fireworks begin at approximately 9:50 p.m., following the conclusion of the FC Dallas match. Fireworks are visible around Frisco City Hall and Toyota Stadium.

Grapevine

July 4 Fireworks Extravaganza in Grapevine features an 18-minute fireworks show over Lake Grapevine, launching at 9:30 p.m. from Oak Grove Soccer Complex, 1299 Oak Grove Loop North. A patriotic soundtrack is available for streaming at GrapevineTexasUSA.com.

Little Elm

July Jubilee is Little Elm’s Fourth of July celebration at Little Elm Park, 701 W. Eldorado Pkwy. The event features food trucks, vendors, live music, and a kids’ zone. Fireworks launch over Lewisville Lake at 9:30 p.m.

McKinney

Red, White and BOOM! kicks off on July 4 with a hometown parade and classic car show in downtown McKinney. The fireworks finale will take place over Towne Lake, 1405 Wilson Creek Pkwy. beginning at 9:30 p.m.

Plano

Plano’s All-American Fourth returns to Oak Point Park, 2801 E. Spring Creek Pkwy. The fireworks display begins at 9:30 p.m. and is synchronized to a patriotic music soundtrack on 97.5 FM KLAK. Parking is free but limited, so early arrival is recommended. Hint from a resident: You’ll find plenty of parking at the Walmart on 75 and Spring Creek.

Richardson

Family 4th Celebration returns to Breckinridge Park, 3555 Brand Rd., on July 4. Enjoy a patriotic performance by the Richardson Community Band, kids’ activities, and concessions. The fireworks show begins at 9:30 p.m. Free parking and shuttle service available.

The Colony

Liberty by the Lake comes to The Colony, 4100 Blair Oaks Dr. Festivities start at 6 p.m. with carnival games, food vendors, live music, and entertainment for all ages. The fireworks finale begins around 9:30 p.m.

*Allen, Coppell, Lewisville

Allen, Coppell, and Lewisville residents, we didn’t forget you. Your cities beat everyone to the party and hosted fireworks early on June 28 and July 1.