Fourth of July is one week away and if you still have yet to figure out plans for the family here are some fun events going on around your area of Austin. Remember your red, white, and blue!
Central Austin
H-E-B Austin Symphony July 4th Concert and Fireworks
Vic Mathias Shores | 8:30p
Watch the fireworks show from other locations around Austin too such as Zilker Park or South First Bridge. This event is completely free, so don’t forget to bring friends and family!
Austin Beer Garden Brewing Company
1305 West Oltorf St | 12-8p | Website
Cornhole, a watermelon eating contest, and more! There’s stuff to do here all day, and everyone is going to bike to Auditorium Shores to watch the fireworks around 7:30 pm.
4th of July Corn Dog Eating Contest
Black Sheep Lodge | 2p | Website
You must sign up to participate (email events@blacksheeplodge.com). All entry fees go towards a local charity and the winner of the contest will receive $250 cash!
Movie: “Independence Day” with Digital on-screen Fireworks Show
Blue Starlite Drive-In Austin | 8:45-10:40p | Website
Watch the movie Independence Day from the comfort of your own car! Stay after the movie and enjoy a firework show on the screen of the drive-in. You must buy tickets to enter.
Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Picnic, presented by Budweiser
Circuit of The Americas | 12p
Doors open at 11a and the show begins at 12p! Willie Nelson will be headlining the performances along with several other artists throughout the day. Don’t forget to purchase tickets!
Geraldine’s 4th of July Party*
605 Davis St | 7:30-11p | Website
There will be live music and fried chicken. What more could you need?
Westlake
Westlake 4th of July Parade
Location Details Online | 8:30a-12p | Website
The parade officially starts at 9 am, but make sure to come early and grab a spot to see all the costumes and enjoy the free food.
Lakeway
July 4th Celebration
Location Details Online | 8:30a-10p | Website
There are happenings all around the Lakeway area. The parade begins at 8:30a, so start your day off right by being there to celebrate this year’s theme ‘Salute To Volunteers’.
Bee Cave
Hill Country Galleria Independence Day Celebration
Location Details Online | 4-10p
Pack your swimsuits, blankets and chairs for the celebration going on at the Hill Country Galleria. There will be live music, splash pads and fireworks all throughout the day!
Cedar Park
Cedar Park 4th of July Parade and Celebration
Location Details Online | 10a | Website
This parade kicks off at 10a, followed by a celebration starting from 5-10:30p at Elizabeth Milburn Park. Don’t forget to put on some sunscreen if you plan to be out all day!
Buda
Red, White & Buda July 4th Celebration
Location Details Online | 9a-10p | Website
Buda has been planned all day long starting with a parade at 9a and ending off the night with fireworks at the Buda Sportsplex beginning at 9:30p.
* = May not be suitable for children
Even though it’s the 4th of July, don’t forget to grab some delicious BBQ around Austin or maybe check out some watering holes to keep everyone cool during the day before settling somewhere to watch the fireworks.
