(WBAP/KLIF)- With Covid-19 cases continuing to drop in North Texas, cities have planned Fourth of July holiday events for the whole family to enjoy.
Here’s are some Independence Day Events Scheduled:
Addison:
Addison will be holding its Addison Kaboom Town! event on Saturday, July 3 at Addison Circle Park from 5:00 p.m.—12:00 a.m.
This will include a fireworks show that is considered as one of the top in the nation. Fireworks will be launched around 9:30 p.m.
The fireworks show can be seen from anywhere in Addison. The city’s restaurant and hotel community host special watch parties offering spectators a unique viewing experience with live music and food specials as well.
Arlington:
The City of Arlington’s fireworks display will take place on Saturday, July 3 beginning at 9:30 p.m.
The radio station 95.9 The Ranch will provide patriotic music to accompany the display, which listeners can tune in to from their cars.
The show will be at Globe Life Park – 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, TX 76011.
Gates will open for parking at 8:00 p.m. Approved lots are:
Rangers Lots M, N, F, B, C, T, W
Convention Center Lot
AT&T Stadium Lot 4
Bedford:
The City of Bedford will have a fireworks show on July 4th starting at 10 p.m.
“In order to accommodate a larger viewing audience, crews will be shooting the fireworks 200-feet higher than usual, to allow viewing from additional locations outside of Generations Park at Boys Ranch and within the city,” the city said. “The City will not be providing entertainment, concessions, or any additional activities.”
Go here for information from the city on where to watch from.
Carrollton:
The City of Carrollton will host a fireworks show over Josey Ranch Lake (1700 Keller Springs Road) on Sunday, July 4 after sunset at approximately 9:30 p.m.
The 15-minute display for the surrounding community has received a great response the last few years – even as it was rescheduled for Veterans Day in 2020. But the show returns to celebrate Independence Day this year and is sure to entertain yet again. Should the ever-changing Texas weather present a problem, a rainout date of Monday, July 5 at 9:30 p.m. has been scheduled.
Residents are encouraged to view the fireworks show from surrounding neighborhoods or from one of the available parking areas. There will be no on-site event.
Carrollton Fire Rescue reminds citizens that it is illegal to possess, manufacture, store, sell, handle, or discharge fireworks within Carrollton City limits. While all fireworks are illegal, Class C consumer fireworks include most over-the-counter items such as bottle rockets, roman candles, sparklers, spinners, and sparkle fountains.
According to the latest Fireworks Annual Report released by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, U.S. hospital emergency rooms treated an estimated 10,000 people for injuries related to fireworks in 2019, 73 percent of which occurred between June 21 and July 21. Children younger than 15 accounted for 36 percent of those injured. Each year, fireworks also cause an average of 19,500 fires and $105 million in direct property damage, according to the National Fire Protection Agency.
Dallas:
Dallas does not have any city-sponsored events for the holiday weekend.
Denton:
Denton will be holding multiple events during the holiday weekend.
Liberty Run (July 3)
A 1-mile walk and 5K. It costs $25 to participate, which includes a bag and t-shirt. Register here: http://bit.ly/DentonLibertyRun
Yankee Doodle Parade (July 3)
A parade that begins off Denton Square, goes around the square and down McKinney St. to the Civic Center. People are encouraged to come out and watch. To register a float, go here: https://bit.ly/YankeeDoodleParade
Free Family Fun Jubilee (July 3)
This event will take place mmediately following the parade from 10 a.m.—noon at the Civic Center. There will be inflatables, face painting, yard games, food trucks, DJ and more.
Hot Dog Eating Contest (July 3)
This contest will happen at 11:30 a.m. at the Civic Center. Registration is free but required. A link for this event will be posted in mid-June.
Civic Center Pool has dollar admission all day on July 4 during normal hours (12:00 p.m.—6:00 p.m.)
Water Works Park Special Event (July 4)
Water Works Park is directly next to the stadium where the fireworks will be. People can come and watch the fireworks from the water park.
Flower Mound:
During the Fourth of July weekend, Flower Mound will have two events.
The city will hold its first event on Saturday, July 3 with the Children’s Parade at 10:00 a.m. at Leonard and Helen Johns Park.
Then on Sunday, July 4, Independence Fest will begin at 5:00 p.m. at Bakersfield Park. Independence Fest 2021 will include live music, concessions, a kid’s zone, a car show, local vendors, food trucks and a fireworks show around 9:50 p.m.
Fort Worth:
Fort Worth will be celebrating the holiday with one of the largest fireworks show in North Texas at Fort Worth’s Fourth. This event will be held Sunday, July 4 at Panther Island Pavilion. Gates open at 6:00 p.m.
The celebration includes food, drinks, live music and a fireworks show that starts at 9:30 p.m. Admission is free.
Garland
Garland is not planning a Fourth of July celebration this year. The city is starting to hold live events again on the Square.
Grand Prairie:
Lone Star Park and the City of Grand Prairie will be putting on the Lone Stars & Stripes Fireworks Celebration on Saturday, July 3 from 5:00—11:00 p.m.
This event starts with horse races at the Lone Star Park race track.
This also includes live music, a petting zoo and a 20-minute fireworks show choreographed to music.
Tickets range in price from $5 to $30.
Irving:
The City of Irving Brings Back the Spark this year with weekend-long celebrations for Independence Day. The city’s Parks and Recreation Department kicks off the festivities on Saturday, July 3 with the traditional parade in downtown Irving followed by live music and a fireworks show on Sunday, July 4 at Levy Event Plaza.
Irving Independence Day Parade | July 3 at 9 a.m. | Heritage District, Downtown Irving
The fun kicks off with a Fourth of July parade at 9 a.m. on Saturday, July 3 in Downtown Irving. Parade-enthusiasts can expect to see a caravan of creative patriotic floats, cars and people on foot, as well as enjoy parade candy and goodies as the parade passes.
The parade route starts at Irving Blvd. and Sowers Rd., and will travel westbound on Irving Blvd., around Millennium Park fountain, eastbound on Second St., northbound on Delaware St. onto Irving Blvd. westbound and will head north on Sowers Road to end the parade. Public parking will be available near the parade route and at select parking lot locations.
Individuals interested in participating in the parade should apply online at IrvingEvents.org by June 21 and plan to attend a mandatory meeting on June 29 at Irving City Hall, located at 825 W. Irving Blvd. For more information about participating in the parade, contact the Irving Recreation Department at (972) 721-2501.
Irving Live Music & Fireworks Show | July 4 at 6 p.m. | Levy Event Plaza, 501 E. Las Colinas Blvd.
Continue the patriotic festivities Sunday evening on July 4 with live music, a variety of food trucks, beer garden, kids’ fun area and a fireworks show from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Levy Event Plaza. Attendees will enjoy performances by Alex Aguilar and Downtown Fever with fireworks scheduled for 9:30 p.m. The fireworks show will be coordinated to music on 98.7 KLUV.Free parking and shuttle service will be available from the Toyota Music Factory parking lot. Cash only, $10 parking will also be available at the Summit Parking Garage located at 545 E. John Carpenter Freeway. Please note that bills larger than $20 will not be accepted. Additionally, chairs and blankets are welcome; however, tents, coolers and alcohol are prohibited.
Live Simulcast & Virtual Options
Irving residents and guests can also enjoy the live music and fireworks celebration on July 4 via a live simulcast at the Texas Lottery® Plaza at Toyota Music Factory from 7 to 11 p.m., where a post-celebration is also planned featuring the Rockaholics band.
For individuals who prefer to celebrate from the comfort of their home, the event will be live streamed on YouTube @TheCityofIrving. Irving residents can also watch on Irving Community Television Network’s cable Channel 95 – Charter and Channel 31- Frontier, Channel 99 – AT&T, and ICTN.tv Channel 2.
McKinney:
McKinney is putting on its Red, White and BOOM event on Saturday, July 3. This includes free family activities, live entertainment and a fireworks show.
There will also be a hometown parade and a classic car, truck and cycle show.
The fireworks show is at 9:45 p.m. at McKinney Soccer Complex at Craig Ranch. A music simulcast will be on on WRR 101.1 FM.
Evening festivities resume at the McKinney Soccer Complex at Craig Ranch with music, food, kids’ activities, a concert and a fireworks display.
All Red, White and BOOM! activities are free and open to the public.
Free parking is available due to the opening of the Chestnut Street Garage and the Davis Street Garage.
Plano:
Plano’s All American 4th 2021 will be held both in-person and online.
The in-person event begins at 6 pm on Sunday, July 4th at the Collin College Parking lot, across the street from Red Tail Pavilion (formerly Oak Point Amphitheater), located at 2801 East Spring Creek Parkway. That portion of Spring Creek Parkway will be closed to traffic.so your best bet is to enter the College parking lot from the West entrance on Jupiter Road.
Parking will be available at Collin College. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
The fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. and will live stream on PTV and Plano Arts & Events Facebook page. Music will be simulcast on 97.5 KLAK.
Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets, coolers and lawn chairs.