Celebrating Independence Day
Dallas celebrates July 4th in a big way, as only Texans can! From fireworks, to shows, and more- our metroplex has many great activities to offer! Let us give you some fun ideas to celebrate our great nation’s Independence Day, with those you love!
Texas Motor Speedway celebrates Friday Night Drags with a bang with the "Earliest Fireworks Show in the Metroplex”. This event will take place Friday, June 30th from 6:15 pm- 11:00 pm. The fireworks show is part of the evening's patriotic theme that also includes free admission for military and first responders. Those presenting a valid ID at the Gate 6 box office will receive free admission. Friday Night Drags offers car enthusiasts the opportunity to race down Texas Motor Speedway's pit road, which is transformed into a 1/8-mile drag strip! The gates open at 6 p.m., practice and Hills Air Support Show-N-Shine beginning at 6:15 p.m. Drag racing competition gets underway at 9:15 p.m. general admission grandstand tickets at $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under and available at the Gate 6 box office or online at www.texasmotorspeedway.com. Parking is free in the PSL lot outside Gate 6 and available for $20 in the infield (with admission included in pricing). Coolers are permitted in both the grandstands and infield.
Celebrate our Independence all weekend long! This Friday, June 30th head on over to the Gaylord Texan for the Summerfest Friday Night Fireworks and All-American Garage Party! Make your way to the 5th floor of the resort parking garage at 7 p.m. for music and great food as a live DJ hosts fun and games at the “All-American Garage Party,” all while you countdown to “Friday Night Fireworks” over Lake Grapevine at 9:30 p.m. Best of all, this event is Free!
Looking for some Saturday plans? What better way to celebrate the red, white and blue than blues music at the Dallas Arboretum. The Garden will feature blues bands throughout the garden to enliven your Independence Day picnic. It’s the perfect ambiance for picnicking, an American tradition at one of the best places to share a meal outdoors. This event will take place Saturday, July 1st through Tueday, 4th and will feature a variety of artists! Tickets start at $15.
Rising country singer, Sam Riggs, will be coming to the Granada Theater! Sam Riggs has been rising on the Spotify lists with hits like: The Lucky Ones, Hold on and Let Go, Six Feet in the Ground, and many more! Come check him out this Friday, June 30th. Doors open at 8:00 pm. Tickets start at $15.
Get ready to dance the night away with sounds of Nostalgia!!! This Friday, June 30th head to the Starplex Pavillion to watch music legend Boston continue the Hyper Space Tour with the iconic Joan Jett & the Blackhearts! This dynamic show will be one, you won’t forget!! Doors open at 7:30 pm. Tickets start at $31.
One of our favorite times of the year, is finally here! Addison throws it’s spectacular yearly show this Monday, July the 3rd at Addison Kaboom Town! This breath-taking fireworks show, that’s rated as one of the five best in the nation, is FREE!! The pre-fireworks fest is packed with an air show, performances by the Dallas Wind Symphony, Emerald City, and more! There will also be games, prizes, and plenty of delicious food!! You can also bring your own picnic! Although admission is free, capacity is limited and parking can be hard to find, so make sure to plan ahead. Fireworks begin around 9:30 pm and will take place at the Addison Circle Park. This event will take place at Addison Circle Park from 4 pm- Midnight.
This is the second year for “Red, White, and BOOM on the Bridge”! Watch the downtown Dallas skyline light up with a fireworks show at the Ronald Kirk Pedestrian Bridge (aka Continental Avenue Bridge) on Monday, July 3rd from 5pm- 10pm. There will be live music, food, kids activities, and more! Pedestrians can also enjoy the show from westbound Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge, which will be closed to traffic. There will be music, food, vendors, kids’ activities and more. No pets or coolers are allowed at this event. Address: 109 Continental Avenue Dallas, TX. 75207
We also like to give you a heads-up on amazing upcoming events, you won’t want to miss!
Kendrick Lamar is coming to town! His never ending list of hits will be sure to give you a night you won’t forget! Kendrick will be joined by Travis Scott and D.R.A.M.! This event will take place at the American Airlines Center on Friday, July 14th. Doors open at 7:30 pm. Tickets start at $79.
One of the most influential voices in the industry right now, is Justin Bieber. He has dominated charts for almost a decade. This Grammy award winner has proven to be extremely talented, playing several instruments as well as writing, composing, and producing. Justin also has been focusing on bringing a more uplifting, inspiring, and positive message in all his work, as of late. Now, on his “Purpose Tour’, he will be coming to Dallas! This event will take place Saturday, July 29th at the AT&T Stadium. Tickets start at $50. Doors open at 7:30 pm.