KGSR’s 4th of July Guide

Friends having fun with sparklers

 

It’s almost the 4th of July! Whether you like to keep it classic with a good ol’ parade + fireworks combo, party all day alongside some live music or eat your body weight in hot dogs – we’ve assembled a comprehensive guide to all of Austin’s best red, white and blue celebrations happening this Independence Day:

 

 

 

Tuesday, July 3rd

Round Rock Express vs. Colorado Springs Sky Sox
7 PM | Dell Diamond    

Take the whole family out to the ball game for America’s favorite past time and watch the Round Rock Express take on the Sky Sox! All your favorite stadium snacks like popcorn, hot dogs, nachos and more will be available for purchase, and the game will be followed by a 4th of July fireworks show! Grab your tickets here.

 

Wednesday, July 4th

Round Rock July 4th Parade
10 AM | Downtown Round Rock  
Nothing says ‘Merica quite like a parade on the 4th of July. Downtown Round Rock will be hosting another Independence Day parade complete with a marching band, giant inflatables, decorated vehicles and horses! With more than 20,000 people expected to turn out, remember to wear comfortable shoes and pack plenty of water and sunscreen. See you there!

 

 

 

 

Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Picnic
11 AM | Circuit of the Americas 
 
This year is the 45th anniversary of Willie’s first ever picnic back in 1973. With so many reasons to celebrate, plus incredible performers on the line-up like The Head and the Heart, Lukas Nelson and Asleep at the Wheel, this classic 4th of July event is a definite can’t-miss. Get your tickets before they’re gone!

 

 

The (Vegan) Hot Dog Eating Contest
11 AM | Doggie Style   

Come celebrate the 4th in true Austin-style with Doggie Style & ATX Vegans’ hotdog eating contest + games, free beer and henna tattoos! It’s not too late to enter into the contest and compete for the 1st place Golden Weiner Trophy and $75 to Rabbit Food Grocery. You can find contest rules, plus more details about the event here

 

Bob Schneider’s Independence Day Celebration
6 PM | Nutty Brown Amphitheatre 

Join local legend Bob Schneider with special guests Eric Tessmer and Jane Ellen Bryant for a live concert, followed by a dazzling fireworks show at the beautiful Nutty Brown. Buy your $20 ticket here.    

 

 

 

 

Geraldine’s 4th of July Party
7:30 PM | Geraldine’s Austin 
 
Geraldine’s will be hosting a July 4th party complete with southern fried chicken, live music performances from Lucas Johnson and Oscar Ornelas Blues Band Revival, and more! Come decked out in your best red, white and blue gear and help celebrate America’s birthday.

 

Auditorium Shores July 4th Concert & Fireworks
8:30 PM | Auditorium (Vic Mathias) Shores

Take part in this free, age-old Austin tradition and enjoy patriotic compositions from the Austin Symphony under the stars, followed by a fireworks show like no other over the Austin skyline. Grab a blanket, picnic, your family and friends and claim your grassy spot among thousands of other Austinites, this July 4th at 8:30pm! 

 

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