Fourth of July

There Will Be ‘Fireworks, Drones, And Broken Records’ in North Richland Hills July 3

By Joy Donovan / July 3, 2023 /

With 1,002 drones choreographed to try to make history, Guinness World Records adjudicators will join North Texans Monday to see if a planned extravaganza at Birdville ISD Plaza is the largest drone show ever in the U.S. Of course, fireworks are part of the excitement, too, but it’s the drone show that will make this…

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Bedford’s Fireworks Flying High in Renovated Park

By Joy Donovan / July 3, 2023 /

Where:  Generations Park at Boys Ranch, 2801 Forest Ridge Dr., Bedford What makes it special: The height of the fireworks and the venue! Last year was the first year Bedford shot their fireworks 200 feet higher into the sky, allowing viewers far and wide to see the display. It was a success that’s enthusiastically being…

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Fort Worth Fourth Celebration Fired Up with Swimming, Music, and Fireworks

By Joy Donovan / July 1, 2023 /

Where:  Panther Island Pavilion, 395 Purcey St., Fort Worth. Located along the Trinity River in downtown Fort Worth. What makes it special: Fireworks are a given when it comes to Independence Day celebrations, but the Fort Worth event offers more, offering a way to cool off and starting long before the sun sets. The gates…

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Marching Bands Toot Horns for Arlington Independence Day Parade, Oldest Event in Town

By Joy Donovan / June 29, 2023 /

Where:  Arlington, TX, through the city’s downtown and the University of Texas at Arlington’s college park district. What makes it special:  It’s history! Started in 1965, this fun parade is the oldest event in Arlington. What began as children riding decorated bicycles through Randol Mill Park has morphed into a two-mile spectacle featuring 120 entries…

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Fourth of July Fun: Southlake Jumps Ahead With Early Independence Day Event July 3

By Joy Donovan / June 26, 2023 /

Where: Southlake Town Square, 1400 Main St., Southlake, TX   What makes it special:  It’s early! Celebrating July 4th on July 3rd means those who can’t get enough can stretch their celebration over two days. It’s also a participatory event that includes lots more than just oohing and ahhing over fireworks. “It is a family-focused…

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