06/30/2016
July 4th Celebrations in Houston
Your guide to family-friendly activities Independence Day 2016!
Freedom Over Texas event in Houston
Freedom Over Texas featuring Darius Rucker
Eleanor Tinsley Park
July 4. 4pm-10pm
$5 per person through May 31, $8 per person June 1 – July 3, $10 per person day of show
Fireworks will ignite the sky, and country tunes will set the stage for Houston’s annual patriotic celebration, US Family Health Plan Freedom Over Texas from 4 p.m. – 10 p.m. on Monday, July 4 at Eleanor Tinsley Park on Buffalo Bayou (along Allen Parkway). Darius Rucker, former Hootie & the Blowfish lead singer and current country superstar will headline the annual event on the US Family Health Plan Stage that will culminate with a spectacular fireworks display.Joining Rucker on the main stage will be Houston favorites The Suffers showcasing their signature fusion of rock ‘n roll and “Gulf Coast Soul” and contemporary country artist Brooke Eden, a Florida native and Rucker tour regular. learn more
July 4th Celebration at Bayou Bend
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
July 4. 1pm-5pm
FREE
With performers, crafts, activities, refreshments, and much more, join the the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston to celebrate Independence Day at Houston's home for American decorative arts and paintings. A reading of the Declaration of Independence beings at 3 p.m. on the Diana Terrace of the Bayou Bend house and will be followed by birthday cake. And don't forget to sign the giant replica of the Declaration of Independence before you leave to remind us the freedom and privileges we have in this country. learn more
Miller Outdoor Theatre
ExxonMobil Summer Symphony Nights: Star-Spangled Salute
Miller Outdoor Theatre
July 4. 8:30pm
FREE
Enjoy an evening with the Houston Symphony and conductor, Steven Reineke as they play patriotic classics. Be sure to stay for the finale of 1812 Overture, complete with booming cannons, which will be followed by the fireworks spectacular provided by Miller Theatre Advisory Board. Open seating will be available on the hill while free tickets will also be available while they last for the covered seating area. Tickets can be picked up at the Miller Outdoor Theatre box office the day of the event between 10:30 am - 1 pm. learn more
Looking for a more well-rounded weekend itinerary? Click here for a list of suggestions for a complete holiday experience in Houston.
4th of July Weekend at CityCentre
CityCentre
July 3-5
FREE
The July 4 weekend welcomes four nights of free concerts plus an Independence Day fireworks spectacular to CityCentre! learn more
Houston Symphony's Star Spangled Salute
Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
July 3. 8pm
FREE
Celebrate America's birthday with a bang at the annual Star-Spangled Salute July 3. This free Independence Eve spectacular, which has been a tradition at The Pavilion for over 25 years, features the Houston Symphony in a selection of patriotic favorites. Steven Reineke conducts and is joined by vocalist, Christopher Johnstone. Doors open at 6:30 pm. learn more
The Woodlands
19th Annual Red, Hot & Blue Festival & Fireworks Extravaganza
Town Green Park and Waterway Square, Woodlands, TX
July 4. 6 pm - 10 pm
FREE
This all evening event celebrating American Heroes, will have two locations along the Waterway. Enjoy your Independence Day at both Town Green Park and Waterway Square, each featuring a main stage and activities for all ages. learn more
4th Fest in Pasadena
Pasadena Convention Center
July 4. 4pm-10pm
FREE
Being Pasadena's largest city-sponsored event, 4th Fest provides fun activities for all ages throughout the evening. Before the 20-minute fireworks show at the end of the event, live music will be performed by The Slags, a Houston cover band that will play a range from today's hits to the classics. Also included in the lineup of activities is the USMC Toys for Tots BBQ Cook-off, water balloon fights, a kid-zone, sports, games and a car/truck show. learn more