The 4th of July is next week! Crazy, we know. Time fire up that barbecue, stock up on sparklers, and pack the ice chest.  Grab some chairs and find out what Fourth of July firework festivities are going on near you this Independence Day.

Fireworks Extravaganza Grapevine

On Thursday, July 4, Grapevine celebrates in true patriotic style with the 37th Annual July 4 Fireworks Extravaganza. This 26-minute fireworks spectacular begins at 9:30 pm over Lake Grapevine. This year’s show is set to be the biggest one ever.

Time: 9:30 p.m.

Location: Lake Grapevine

Cost: Free (note some private businesses or private docks/parks may charge a parking or entrance fee of which the Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau or City of Grapevine has no control over)

SUGGESTED VIEWING AREAS:

Acorn Woods Park

The field next to Scott’s Landing Marina – paid parking

Horseshoe Trails Park

Oak Grove Park and Oak Grove Baseball parking lots, opening at 2 pm.

Oak Grove Park Softball Complex

Oak Grove Park Soccer parking lots, opening at 2 pm.

Katie’s Woods Park

Lakeview Park

McPherson Slough

Rockledge Park – $10 / car holiday rate, all areas including pavilions and picnic shelters are first come, first serve

Meadowmere Park / Meadowmere Lane- $10 / car holiday rate, all areas including pavilions and picnic shelters are first come, first serve

The Vineyards Campground & Cabins – Closed to the public but accessible to registered guests

Silver Lake Marina Park – paid parking (call 817-481-1918 for more information)

BOAT RAMPS:

All boat ramps managed by the City are open except for Sand Bass Point.

For all the details, click here.

Stars and Stripes Southlake

Complete with family fun and patriotic activities, Southlake’s 19th annual Stars and Stripes celebration is scheduled for Tuesday, July 3 from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm This free community event offers live entertainment, activities for kids, a variety of delicious food and drink options, free shuttle service and a sparkling display of fireworks.

Time: July 3, 2019 @ 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Location: Southlake Town Square – 1256 Main Street, Southlake Town Square, Southlake, TX 76092, USA

Cost: Free to attend; Activities & Food for a fee

For more information, click here.

Independence Fest Flower Mound

Celebrate America’s freedom with the Town of Flower Mound at Independence Fest, presented by CornerStone Staffing and CornerStone Medical, on Thursday, July 4, 2019!

The Town is excited to announce Bret Michaels Unbroken World Tour as the headline act for Independence Fest 2019! This year’s event will continue to build on the success of previous years to be a great day of celebration, and, as always, admission and parking are FREE! A full day of activities begins with the annual Children’s Parade and concludes with a fantastic evening program of live music with a fireworks finale, presented by Debra Duffy DDS, at around 9:50 pm Gates open at Bakersfield Park at 5 pm.

Independence Fest 2019 will also see a performance from crowd favorite ‘Le Freak.’ As always, there will be a vintage car show, a showcase of our local businesses, food and drinks for the whole family, and a completely FREE Kid’s Zone, presented by CoServ, complete with bounce houses, rock climbing, and more.

Time: July 4, 2019, all-day

Location: Various Flower Mound Locations

Cost: Free

For all the details, click here.

City of Bedford 4th Fest

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Time: Thursday, July 4, 2019, 4 pm–10 pm

Location: Bedford Boys Ranch Park – 2801 Forest Ridge Dr. Bedford, TX 76021

Cost: Admission to 4thFEST is FREE and includes general seating for live music. There are plenty of fun free kids, crafts, and games in the Children’s pavilion. There is an additional cost for the InflataFUN activity area ($15 for an all-day wristband or pay per activity) and food.

Don’t want to wait until July 4 to celebrate? Here are some other fun activities throughout the week for the fam to enjoy!