Have you decided where you’ll be watching fireworks on the Fourth of July yet?
In true Texas fashion, the Lone Star State goes big for America’s birthday. Fun fact: Houston happens to be home to the largest land-based Independence Day fireworks show in the nation, according to The Travel Channel.
Whether you’ll be in Houston proper or the suburbs for the Fourth, there are several dazzling fireworks shows to choose from.
Here are some of the top fireworks events happening around the Houston metro area on the Fourth of July:
Freedom Over Texas
When: 4-10 p.m.
Where: Eleanor Tinsley and Sam Houston parks, Houston.
Head to Eleanor Tinsley and Sam Houston parks for H-town’s biggest Fourth of July event. The annual celebration will include six hours of festivities, live concerts with local and national entertainment, an array of food and conclude with a “Texas-sized” fireworks finale along Allen Parkway. A portion of food and beverage sales will go to the Houston Food Bank. General admission tickets can be purchased for $10, online or in-person at the event. Children ages 5 and younger get in free. Visit the Freedom Over Texas event page for more information.
If your idea of a Fourth of July celebration puts the “go home” in “go big or go home,” fret not. The fireworks show will be televised live. You’ll be able to enjoy the epic display while having plenty of elbow room and no need to stake out your viewing spot hours ahead of time.
POST Houston’s Fourth of July Celebration on Skylawn
When: 5-10 p.m.
Where: 401 Franklin St., Houston.
If you’re looking for a fun-filled day of festivities that allows you to get a great view of the Freedom Over Texas fireworks show from the comfort of a noncrowded rooftop, consider POST’s celebration. The event flyer boasts cirque performers, complimentary balloon artists and face painting, tasty food options and multiple bars on the roof. Attendees will enjoy all of this while vibing out to live performances by Houston Brass Band and Alias Band, a top cover band. Tickets, available for purchase on Eventbrite, are $25 plus fees for adults and free for children ages 5 and younger.
POST will be selling limited tickets for access to the rooftop to avoid overcrowding during the fireworks show. Purchase your tickets ASAP to reserve your coveted spot for the rooftop view of the Freedom Over Texas finale.
The Houston Symphony’s Star Spangled Banner Salute
When: 8:30-10:30 p.m.
Where: 6000 Hermann Park Drive, Houston
If you’re a fan of symphony orchestras, don’t miss the Houston Symphony’s biggest performance of the year with an epic tribute to the United States at the Miller Outdoor Theatre. The symphony, conducted by Jason Seber, will perform patriotic favorites, followed by a grand finale of fireworks at 10 p.m. This is a must-see event that will not be livestreamed, according to the event page.
All performances at the Miller Outdoor Theatre are free, but reservations are required for the best seats. Reserve up to four tickets online for covered seating, beginning the day before the event. You also can opt for hillside seating, which is bring your own chair or blanket. Hillside seating does not require a reservation; it is first-come, first-served. Visit the Miller Outdoor Theatre website for more information about the event and seating.
Red, White & BOOM at Typhoon Texas
When: 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Where: 555 Katy Fort Bend Road, Katy.
Find a spot to cool down while you celebrate the Fourth at Typhoon Texas Houston. The waterpark is teaming up with the city of Katy for an all-day family-friendly affair. Event highlights include skydivers, mermaids, face painting, live music performances, access to Typhoon Texas’ array of rides and an epic fireworks display produced by the city of Katy. Season pass holders get free access to all in-park events. General admission tickets for non-season pass holders are available online for $44.99 per person, before taxes and fees. Visit Typhoon Texas’ website for more information.
Galveston Island Independence Day Fireworks
When: 9:15-9:45 p.m.
Where: 37th St. and Seawall Jetty, Galveston.
Some of the best fireworks displays happen near bodies of water, with the colorful lights reflecting just so. If you’re a patriotic beach bum, Galveston is a perfect place to enjoy a day of beachside fun in the sun and then indulge in a pyrotechnics show with the Gulf of Mexico as a backdrop.
Galveston Island will have several festivities happening throughout Independence Day, including a parade along Seawall Boulevard from 6-6:30 p.m. and a Galveston Beach Band performance from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Here’s the best part: The events are all free. We love a budget-friendly Fourth of July celebration.
Visit the Independence Day celebration page on Visit Galveston’s website for more information about the various events honoring the nation’s birthday.
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