The long weekend is packed tighter than a cooler on the Fourth, and the only thing hotter than the weather is the calendar. Between fireworks that can be seen from space (almost), beachside barbecues, blues bands and selfie-worthy color zones, North Texas is turning the heat into celebration fuel.
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Red, White & Brew | FREE 4th of July Celebration
When: July 4, 2025 | 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Where: Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall, 7800 Windrose Ave, Plano
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Buns, brews and boozy popsicles set the tone for this star-spangled shindig where grill smoke meets face paint. From classic corn dogs and juicy hot dogs to yard games and live tunes, this all-ages bash brings the backyard vibes without the cleanup. Bonus: free ice cream for the early kiddos and shandy specials for the grown-ups.
Plano’s All-American 4th 2025
When: July 4, 2025 | 6 - 10 p.m.
Where: Oak Point Event Field, E. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano
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Fireworks, parades and plenty of patriotic cheer come together for Plano’s big Fourth of July celebration at Oak Point Park. Expect lawn games, local eats and a live-synced fireworks show that lights up the sky and your group chat. Just don’t forget a blanket or the bug spray.
Downtown Plano Kids Festival
When: July 6, 2025 | 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: McCall Plaza, 998 E 15th Street, Plano
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Caped crusaders and pint-sized heroes take over downtown for a family fest packed with crafts, costumes and comic book charm. With photo ops, local vendors and a kid-approved costume contest judged by Avengers lookalikes, this street-side celebration blends fantasy with family fun. Bonus points if your mini hero wears a cape that doubles as a snack napkin.
Selfie Studio: The Color Theory Tour
When: Until July 13, 2025
Where: Stonebriar Centre, 2601 Preston Rd., Frisco
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Stonebriar Centre gets a pop of personality with the Selfie Studio: The Color Theory, a free, limited-time experience that blends psychology with punchy palettes. Guests can stroll through eight vivid color zones, take a quiz to discover their inner hue, then strike a pose in their matching shade. It’s part personality test, part photo op and all about living life in full color.
Frisco Freedom Fest Frisco Square
When: July 3-4, 2025
Where: Frisco Square, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd. Frisco
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Frisco’s two-day Fourth of July bash pulls out all the patriotic stops with music, games, and fireworks that practically rattle the stars. Between car shows, kid zones and a massive pyrotechnic finale after the FC Dallas match, there’s plenty of reason to stick around. Bonus points for hopping on the free shuttle instead of playing musical chairs with parking.
Kaleidoscope Live: First Saturday Concert Series
When: July 5, 2025 | 7 - 9 p.m.
Where: Kaleidoscope Park, 6635 Warren Parkway, Frisco
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Live music meets lawn lounging at Kaleidoscope Park’s monthly concert series, where guests can kick back under the stars to a rotating lineup of crowd-pleasers. With everything from pop to rock and a side of R&B, this free series invites blankets, buddies and a whole lot of good vibes. VIP seating is reserved for local heroes and Friends of the Park, so bring your applause and maybe a picnic.
“Bug Lab” Exhibition
When: June 28, 2025 - Jan. 6, 2025 | 1 p.m.
Where: Perot Museum of Nature and Science, 2201 N. Field Street, Dallas
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Bugs take center stage at the Perot Museum’s newest exhibition, “Bug Lab,” where larger-than-life models and interactive chambers reveal how insects inspire real-world tech, from swarm intelligence to surgical precision. Created in collaboration with New Zealand’s Te Papa and Wētā Workshop, the hands-on experience invites guests of all ages to test their reflexes, explore immersive habitats and rethink everything they thought they knew about creepy crawlies. It’s science, spectacle and six-legged genius all in one.
Red, White and Blues Music Fest
When: July 5, 2025 | 5 - 10 p.m.
Where: TUPPS Brewery, 402 E Louisiana St., McKinney
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Things are getting groovy at this Red, White and Blues bash, where cool drinks and hot guitar riffs roll into the night. The celebration starts inside with laid-back solo sets and cold A/C, then cranks up with a full band under the stars. Lawn chairs encouraged, outside snacks discouraged, dance moves optional but highly recommended.
Star-Spangled Spectacular
When: July 4, 2025 | 1 p.m.
Where: Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St., Dallas
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This all-American concert brings the boom indoors with bold brass, icy treats and a side of Star Wars. From classic Texas tunes to patriotic favorites and indoor “fireworks,” the Dallas Winds serve up a toe-tapping tribute wrapped in red, white and air conditioning.
Red, White & Beach
When: July 4, 2025 | 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Where: Little Elm Park | 701 W Eldorado Pkwy, Little Elm
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Nothing says summer quite like sand between your toes, live music in the air and fireworks over the water. This lakeside celebration at Little Elm Park brings together food trucks, beach vibes and a booming fireworks finale, all with a splash of extra security and a side of crowd control. Just don’t forget your ticket or your sunscreen.
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