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    Social Distancing Celebrations

    The official list of top 4th of July events and fireworks around Dallas-Fort Worth

    Alex Bentley
    Jun 18, 2020 | 1:15 pm
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    The coronavirus pandemic has taken its toll on Fourth of July celebrations in Dallas-Fort Worth, but a few fireworks displays will still take place.
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    As it has with all events, the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has taken its toll on this year's Fourth of July celebrations around Dallas-Fort Worth. The vast majority of events have either fully canceled or called off the portions that would involve people gathering together in one place.

    Fortunately for fireworks lovers, there will still be a few explosive shows to enjoy from a safe distance. Check out the list below for full details on what each event plans to do in this uncommon year.

    Addison: The fireworks of Kaboom Town will take place as usual on July 3, but the watch party at Addison Circle Park has been canceled. Viewers are encouraged to watch the show from home or other locations. Kaboom Town will also stream the show live on social media. (UPDATE: Due to the recent surge of COVID-19 cases in Dallas County, officials have decided to move the fireworks out of the city to an undisclosed location. They will livestream the show on Addison’s You Tube Channel on July 3 at 9:30 pm and on CW33 on July 4.)

    Allen: While Market Street Allen USA at Celebration Park in Allen on June 29 was canceled, the city will present Spirit in the Sky, a 25-minute show launched from the corner of W. Exchange Parkway and N. Watters Road. The show, taking place on July 3 at 9:30 pm, will use larger shells that will deploy higher in the sky, ensuring the fireworks can be seen from at least one mile away. Residents are encouraged to watch the show from their own homes or vehicles; parking near the site, on main roads, or in residential neighborhoods will not be allowed. Music will be simulcast by 97.5 KLAK.

    Arlington: While Light Up Arlington was canceled, the city will launch fireworks from Globe Life Field on July 3 at 9:30 pm. Texas Rangers Lots B, C, F, M and N, Dallas Cowboys Lot 4, Six Flags Hurricane Harbor parking lots, and Arlington Convention Center parking lot will be open for viewing. Social distancing and masks are encouraged. Viewers can tune in to 95.9 FM The Ranch for a music simulcast.

    Colleyville: The city will hold its annual Stars and Guitars as usual on June 26, but with a different look due to the social distancing guidelines. The event will now be held at at Colleyville City Park and attendees are encouraged to tailgate or bring blankets and/or lawn chairs to enjoy music by DJ KB and fireworks.There will also be food trucks on site. An FM station will be designated to listen to the music in cars if you prefer, and with the city saying it will not enforce Tarrant County's recent requirement of face masks, staying in your car might be the best choice if you choose to attend.

    The Colony: The city's annual Liberty By The Lake festival has been canceled, but they will still put on a fireworks show on July 4 at 9:30 pm. Residents will be allowed to park in the vicinity of The Colony Five Star Complex to watch the fireworks from the safety and comfort of their cars. The fireworks music will be available through 99.9 FM. There will be no other on-site activities or amenities available, such as live music, food trucks, or restrooms.

    Fort Worth: The festival portion of Fort Worth's Fourth at Panther's Island Pavilion has been canceled, but the fireworks will still be launched on July 4. The community is asked to watch the fireworks from the comfort of their home, backyard, or balcony. There will not be vehicular access to areas near the venue. The show will be larger and taller this year so it can be seen from a distance. Residents can tune into 95.9 FM The Ranch to listen to the music choreographed to the fireworks show.

    Frisco: The annual Frisco Freedom Fest has been canceled, but the city will still launch fireworks from Toyota Stadium at 9:30 pm on July 4. Four FC Dallas parking lots - the Tundra Platinum, Camry Gold Lot, Corolla Red Lots, and Highlander Green Lots - will be available to the public for viewing. All patrons are encouraged to stay in their vehicles; anyone who goes outside their vehicles is encouraged to social distance at least six feet from people not in their party.

    Dallas: Klyde Warren Park's annual Independence Day celebration on June 27, has been canceled in the interest of public safety. A fireworks display will be visible that evening, as a limited number of frontline healthcare workers and their families are invited to the recording of a KTVT-CBS 11 television special in their honor. In partnership with the City of Dallas, a Fireworks Salute to Healthcare Heroes will be recorded that evening and broadcast to the community at 9:30 pm on Saturday, July 4.

    Granbury: The 46th annual Hood County Hometown July 4th Celebration will go on as scheduled on July 3 and 4, but both the Vendors on the Square and Hometown Parade portions will be at 50 percent capacity.

    Grapevine: The 38th Annual 4th of July celebration over Lake Grapevine will take place as usual, with viewing spots available around the lake.

    Plano: Plano's All-American Fourth fireworks display will still take place, but with no accompanying festival for spectators. The fireworks will be launched from Lavon Farms near Plano Event Center, a higher location than the normal launch point of Oak Point Park, and the fireworks will be set to go off at a higher altitude, allowing Plano residents to see the fireworks from farther way. Viewers are encouraged to view the fireworks from their own homes, vehicles, or neighborhoods. A simulcast of patriotic music will be available on 97.5 KLAK.

    Sunnyvale: The festival portion of the city's annual Sunnyfest has been canceled, but the fireworks will still be launched on July 3 from Town Center Park. Residents are asked to watch the show from their homes or other locations.

    Fully canceled events include the following:

    • Red White & Boom in Dallas (July 3)
    • Lone Stars & Stripes Celebration at Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie (July 3 and 4)
    • Fair Park Fourth at Fair Park in Dallas (July 4)
    • Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra presents Concerts in the Garden: Old-Fashioned Family Fireworks Picnic (July 2-4)
    • Denton Noon Kiwanis Club's 4th of July Fireworks Show at Apogee Stadium (July 4)
    • City of Irving's Independence Day Celebration (July 4) - the city will try to launch fireworks at a to-be-determined future date
    • Firewheel Town Center's Star Spangled Spectacular in Garland (July 4)
    • Castle Hills Village Shops & Plaza's July 4th Freedom Festival in Lewisville (July 4)
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    Weekend Event Planner

    These are the 11 best things to do in Dallas this weekend

    Alex Bentley
    Jul 23, 2026 | 6:00 am
    DroneArt Show: Harry Potter
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    Almost half of this weekend's featured events are concerts, with each of the five shows highlighting a different type of music. Other choices include a film festival, a visit from a well-known comedian, a dance performance, a local theater production, a magical drone show, and an annual rodeo.

    Below are the best ways to spend your free time this weekend. If you want more options, check out our calendar for an even longer list of the city's best events.

    Thursday, July 23

    Asian Film Festival of Dallas
    The 25th edition of the Asian Film Festival of Dallas will feature screenings of 19 feature films and eight short films over four days. Highlights include Opening Night Film Colony (South Korea); Centerpiece Film Never After Dark (Japan); and Closing Night Film, a retrospective screening of Train to Busan (South Korea), as well as a number of premieres. The festival runs through Sunday at Angelika Film Center in Dallas.

    Not For Radio in concert
    María Zardoya is best known as the lead vocalist of the indie pop band The Marías, with whom she has released multiple albums and EPs, most recently Submarine in 2024. For her debut solo album, Melt, she has used the "alternate reality" moniker of Not For Radio, delivering a collection of intimate psychedelic ballads, imbued with a touch of gothic romanticism. She'll play the second night of a two-night stay at Winspear Opera House.

    Improv Arlington presents Tony Rock
    Being the brother of an established entertainer, Tony Rock was able to successfully elude the shadows of his older sibling (Chris Rock) and step into his own limelight. After 25 years of experience, Tony has proven himself as a skillful comedian, actor, and executive producer. He'll perform six times through Sunday at Improv Arlington.

    The Black Keys in concert
    The rock duo The Black Keys had a slow build-up in their career, releasing several albums before being signed by a major label. They hit their pinnacle in the early-to-mid 2010s, which included the No. 1 album, Turn Blue. They've now released 14 albums in their career, including the new Peaches!, which they'll showcase at this concert at The Bomb Factory.

    Friday, July 24

    Motionless in White in concert
    Metalcore band Motionless in White has been at the top of the hard rock genre for well over a decade, releasing a string of top 10 albums on Billboard's Hard Rock chart, including three that went to No. 1. They'll play at The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory in Irving in support of their new album, Decades, joined by Lorna Shore, Fit For A King, and Static Dress.

    Bandan Koro presents Wakati Wa Mavuno
    Wakati Wa Mavuno is a signature, interactive experience exploring one’s cultural identity guided by the music and dance of Sub-Saharan Africa. The cultivating journey presents the idea that through reflection you can learn that the power to manifest a plentiful harvest for your life lies within you. The event, part of AT&T Performing Arts Center's Elevator Project, will take place at Hamon Hall inside Winspear Opera House.

    Mainstage Irving-Las Colinas presents Inherit the Wind
    Inherit the Wind is a gripping courtroom drama inspired by the famous 1925 Scopes Monkey Trial, which challenged the legality of teaching evolution in a Tennessee classroom. When a high school teacher is put on trial for introducing Darwin’s theory to his students, the case quickly becomes a national spectacle, drawing two of the country’s most formidable attorneys to the small-town courtroom. The production runs through August 8 at Irving Arts Center.

    Grupo Frontera in concert
    Regional Mexican band Grupo Frontera, out of Edinburg, Texas, is relatively new to the music business, with their first songs coming out in 2022. In that short amount of time, they've become one of the biggest acts in their genre, with 11 No. 1 hits, including collaborations with other stars like Bad Bunny, Junior H, Carín León, Christian Nodal, and Shakira. They'll play at American Airlines Center in support of their 2025 album, Lo Que Me Falta Por Llorar.

    DroneArt Show: Harry Potter
    DroneArt Show: Harry Potter is a first-of-its-kind open-air drone spectacle. The 60-minute show blends advanced drone choreography with the music and iconic moments from the Harry Potter film series, featuring 1,200 illuminated drones soaring across the night sky. Audiences can also enjoy a celebratory wizarding world-inspired pre-show atmosphere, including food and beverage offerings, as well as Harry Potter merchandise. The event takes place on Friday and Saturday at Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium.

    Saturday, July 25

    Texas Black Invitational Rodeo
    The annual Texas Black Invitational Rodeo features Black cowboys and cowgirls competing for cash prizes in bronc and bull riding, calf and steer roping, barrel racing, and a Pony Express relay race. It also includes on-field kids activities, trick lasso performances, concessions, music, and more. This year’s event pays tribute to the late Cleo Hearn, National Rodeo Hall of Famer and founder of the Cowboys of Color Rodeo. The rodeo takes place at Fair Park Coliseum.

    Sunday, July 26

    Sarah McLachlan in concert
    There were few bigger female singers in the 1990s than Sarah McLachlan, who had a string of top 10 albums and was the driving force behind the Lilith Fair festival. This concert doesn't have the cachet of her last visit in 2024, which celebrated the 30th anniversary of her 1993 breakout album, Fumbling Towards Ecstasy, but fans will still have a great time singing along to McLachlan's greatest hits, as well as enjoying songs from her 2025 album, Better Broken. She'll play at The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory in Irving.

    DroneArt Show: Harry Potter
    Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences and Fever

    DroneArt Show: Harry Potter takes place July 24-25.

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