When you visit Austin over the summer season you are able to enjoy the hottest events here in the state of Texas. That’s right, there is no place else you would rather be especially over the Fourth of July holiday in Austin. The city features tons of local events and activities that easily sets us apart from others. Take a look at the top upcoming July 4th events in Austin this year.
Top July 4th Events in Austin for 2025
Whenever you think of a Fourth of July celebration, you can easily picture a fireworks display lighting up the night sky. That is the one activity that families want to see especially when spending the holiday away from home. Luckily, you can find that and so much more when you stick around Austin for the holiday. Each year the city hosts the Austin Symphony HEB July 4th Concert and Fireworks. This is the largest July 4th celebration in Austin and is sure to be a huge hit once again in 2025. This local event will take place once again at Auditorium Shores and the Long Center for a night to remember. The Austin Symphony will be playing a wonderful patriotic music set over at Auditorium Shores that can be heard over at Long Center. Families can arrive early and get set up with lawn chairs and blankets to see the action; we recommend getting to the event early as it is Austin’s most popular event for the Fourth of July! Once the set is over, the grand finale will end it with a gigantic fireworks display that will light up over Lady Bird Lake. In addition to Long Center families can also see the fun from South First Street Bridge, Congress Bridge, or Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge. Regardless of where you see the fireworks from, expect one of the best fireworks show you have ever seen only in Austin.
Hill Country Galleria Independence Day Festival
Austin is in a unique spot right in the Texas Hill Country where you can find surrounding communities just a short drive away. One such community is Bee Cave, where they host the Hill Country Galleria Independence Day Festival each year for July 4th. Hill Country Galleria is one of the best shopping plazas you can check out with some of your favorite stores and a few new ones too. This shopping area will have a wonderful July 4th festival that will showcase some of the joys of our country. The event kicks off at 4:00 PM where you will find lively live music hitting the stage at Central Plaza. Guests are encouraged to show up with a lawn chair or blanket to get comfy and feel relaxed as they take in the musical performance. That is just the start of the fun at the Independence Day Festival. It would not be a full festival without an assortment of rides and fair games. That is exactly what you will find with thrilling rides that will take you high in the air and midway games where you can win great prizes. The water games are a great way to cool off from the Texas sun too. Free face painting will be available for the kids to have a little fun with. The festival will come to a close with an incredible fireworks show that will take place just after sunset. Admission into the festival is free as always along with the parking. Visitors will be able to enjoy the Hill Country Galleria food vendors and eateries to dine with. Don’t miss out on this cherished festival for July 4th!
Cool Off During Your Stay
The summer season in Austin can be a little hot, so make sure you get the chance to cool off for your Fourth of July stay. Luckily, you will find the Barton Creek Greenbelt right here in Austin. There are plenty of hiking trails that will take you all around the creek along with a rope swing too. Locals know the best way to stay cool in the summer is on Lady Bird Lake. While the lake does not allow swimming it does allow water crafts to be used. You can pick up a kayak, canoe, or stand up paddleboard rental from Float on Boat Rentals or Live Love Paddle. Explore the lake’s shoreline as the nearby water helps cool you off. There is no better way to beat the heat.
A Patriotic Stay in Austin
These are the top ways to spend your Fourth of July stay right here in Austin. Our city is ready to host you and your family for a wonderful summer stay. Contact us to find your favorite vacation rental with us today and come see for yourself right here in Austin. Search our rentals by view here.
