July 4th Celebrations in Houston

Your guide to family-friendly activities Independence Day 2024

While you are planning your visit check out these unique Houston experiences and deals.

Shell Freedom Over Texas

July 4

This year’s Freedom Over Texas promises six hours of festivities, tradition, and live music along Allen Parkway. The event will showcase local, regional, and national talent, culminating in a spectacular, musically choreographed "Texas-sized" fireworks finale. As Houston’s signature July 4th celebration, it attracts an average of 50,000 attendees and is broadcast live in Houston. Additionally, television affiliates across Texas will simulcast portions of the event. Freedom Over Texas features a unique non-profit partnership with the Houston Food Bank to meet regional needs, donating a percentage of food and beverage sales to the organization. We eagerly anticipate a fun, engaging, and safe celebration of our nation’s birthday.

CITYCENTRE - Free
July 4 | 7 - 10 p.m.

CITYCENTRE has an unforgettable Fourth of July concert planned, complete with delicious food and beverages from fan favorites! While you savor your bites, groove to live music, starting with opener Heather Rayleen, followed by the People’s Choice Band. The Daily Gather truck will serve up snow cones and snacks for purchase, along with beverages available at The Moran Hotel tent in the Plaza. Finally, capture the perfect Instagram or family photo with an elaborate Independence Day-themed backdrop! (Note: There will be no fireworks at this event.)

4th of July Celebration on Skylawn

July 4 | 5 - 10 p.m.

Join the crowd at POST for a celebration of America with an incredible rooftop view of the City of Houston's fireworks show FREEDOM OVER TEXAS. They'll also have multiple cirque performers, complimentary balloon artists & face painting, delicious food, multiple bars on the roof, live performances by Houston Brass Band and the best cover band in Texas - Alias Band jamming out all your favorite hits!

City of Bellaire Fourth of July Parade

See Parade Route
July 4, | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m

Watch the parade in Bellaire and then stay to enjoy food, music from a live band, and more! The festival will take place starting around 10 a.m. on the Great Lawn and in Loftin Park.

Fourth of July in the Woodlands

July 4 | 9 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Come celebrate freedom in The Woodlands, where you can indulge in delicious food, revel in live entertainment, partake in exciting children's activities, and enjoy delightful family fun across multiple locations!  Put on your red, white and blue and get a prime viewing spot for the exciting South County Fourth of July Parade (starts at 9 a.m.). The 1.3-mile parade around The Woodlands features marching bands, fire engines, clowns, floats and more!  The 27th Annual Red, Hot & Blue Festival starts at 6 p.m. with bands playing at multiple locations, and the Fireworks Extravaganza, the highlight of the event, begins at 9:30 p.m. This awe-inspiring fireworks display spanning 18 minutes is one of the largest in the Greater Houston area. In order to ensure the comfort and safety of all attendees, please note that oversized beach umbrellas and pop-up tents are not permitted at the Festival. View details here.

Star Spangled Salute produced by Houston Symphony

July 4, 8:30 p.m.

Fourth of July at Miller Outdoor Theatre is back! Celebrate America’s birthday featuring patriotic favorites followed by a firework’s grand finale at 10 p.m.

4th of July Celebration in Galveston

July 4 | 6 - 9:45 p.m.

Galveston Island will celebrate Independence Day with a parade featuring a procession of floats, decorated vehicles and performers (6 p.m.). The parade will line up at Seawall and 22nd Street and proceed west to 45th Street along the Seawall, where it ends. At 9:15 p.m., you won't want to miss the stunning display of fireworks. The show will take place on the beach, with the beautiful Gulf of Mexico serving as the backdrop. Sync the firework show with music using the Pyro App. In-App code for the show: 8JUV

Where to Eat on Independence Day

Fireworks Over the Bay with Pier 6

Pier 6 is going all out to host a bayside bash for Independence Day. The San Leon Fire Department will have a fire engine on site for kiddos to check out from 2 to 4 p.m. Enjoy live music, a face painter, balloon artist, popcorn machine, sno-cones from 4 to 9 p.m., with fireworks on the pier to end the night! Naturally, festivities are complemented by the freshest Gulf seafood, tropical cocktails, draft beer and wine. Revelers attending for fireworks only can purchase $5 wristbands to enjoy the show. Reservations recommended via Resy. Boat slip reservations can be made by emailing reservations@pier6seafood.com. 

Front Row Fireworks at Daily Gather

Grab a seat on Daily Gather’s expansive patio for a front-row view of CITYCENTRE’s Fourth of July festivities and fireworks from 6 to 10 p.m. The Daily Gather food truck will be serving snacks and drinks to savor during the fun, and the restaurant will be open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., serving a full menu of share plates like Deviled Eggs, Charcuterie Board or Poblano Guacamole, craft cocktails and more. Reservations here.

$1 off ‘Ritas at Molina’s Cantina

During Fourth festivities, the 83-years-young Houston Tex-Mex mainstay will have its legendary Molina’s Margaritas available for happy hour pricing ($1 off) all day on Thursday, July 4, for dine-in only. 

$5 Red and Blue Cocktail at Duck N Bao

Celebrate the Fourth with A Dance of Fire and Ice—one of the newest additions to the DNB cocktail menu—for just $5 at all Duck N Bao locations. This half red, half blue cocktail is a fun layering of vodka, Blue Curacao, Cointreau, grenadine and soda water, providing a patriotic accompaniment to your dim sum feast.