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Dallas Gets Star Spangled with Fourth of July Events

Fireworks and the Dallas Winds light up the city this Fourth of July
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This luxury car showcase was held at the Hillcrest Forest Fourth of July parade in 2023 PHOTO: Bill Naifeh

Don’t let the sun beat you down this Fourth of July! From Fireworks lighting up the concrete jungle, to the sights and sounds of the Park Cities’ annual parade, Dallas welcomes all to celebrate 250 years of America.

Klyde Warren Park Fires Up its Independence Day Celebration

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The Klyde Warren Park fireworks blast off at Independence Day celebration PHOTO: Claudia Carson-Habeeb

Klyde Warren Park continues its World Cup watch parties, and is hosting events this Fourth of July. Dallas’ titular Independence Day celebration features patriotic music from the Emerald City band, fun activities for the kids, and an astonishing pyrotechnic showcase. Bask in the glow of the fireworks on the lawn or grab a bite to eat at one of their various food trucks. Attendance is free to all from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m on July 4.

Star Spangled Spectacular Dazzles with Dallas Winds Performance

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Star Spangled Spectacular is being held at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center PHOTO: Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

For those who prefer a more air-conditioned setting to celebrate, the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center and the Dallas Winds invite citizens to their Star Spangled Spectacular. Hosting a live musical performance and indoor fireworks, this symphony of sounds ensures high-octane fun for all ages. The Spectacular is set for 1 p.m. on July 4; tickets prices are $35 – $91. Hot dogs and ice cream will be available at the venue.

Kaboom Town Blows Addison Sky High

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The fireworks show begins at the 2025 Kaboom Town celebration PHOTO: Sara Burgos

For over 40 years, Addison has blown the roof off the town with Kaboom Town; the festival is known nationwide for its kinetic pyrotechnic work and has been named one of the best fireworks shows in America. Along with the Addison Airport Show, which displays a wide selection of historic warbirds and aerial stunts, it is sure to take the crowd to the danger zone. The show runs from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. on July 3, with tickets being available through their website.

Park Cities Marches on with its Annual Fourth of July Parade

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This lineup was taken from last year's Park Cities parade in 2025 PHOTO: Rotary Club of Park Cities

The Rotary Club of Park Cities is back with its annual Fourth of July parade, which celebrates not just 250 years of America, but 10 years since the parade began to raise money for the North Texas Food Bank. Featuring Grand Marshal Ret. Navy Adm. Patrick M. Walsh, the 2026 goal is to provide 3 million meals by 2028. Beginning at 9 a.m. on July 4, the parade will be held in Centennial Park, where families can participate in the bike decorating contest at the Moody YMCA, as well as face painting and a petting zoo. Admission is free for all, and Park Cities hopes neighbors will contribute on their website.

Preston Hollow and Hillcrest Forest Hop on The Fourth of July Fun

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Golf carts are a popular mode of transportation along local parade routes PHOTO: Bill Naifeh

In the quiet neighborhoods of Preston Hollow and Hillcrest Forest, a booming celebration for the Fourth of July will take place, starting at 9:30 a.m. The annual event, hosted at Kramer Elementary, promises a vintage car show, face painters, and balloon artists. 

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Jake Wilkinson

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Jake Wilkinson is a summer 2026 People Newspapers editorial intern. He is a rising senior at the University of North Texas and formerly volunteered for the student newspaper on campus during the summer semester. After finishing a spring internship at UNT’s police station, he's ready to bring his experience covering community journalism to Dallas. Jake is a big film and entertainment industry fan, and originally from Oahu, Hawaii.
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