Now updated for 2026, the Waxahachie Insider’s Guide to July 4th activities has the details on the fireworks shows and Independence Day celebrations that you’re looking in and around town.
Ennis Freedom Fest
June 27, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Admission: free
Veterans Memorial Park
2301 Ennis Pkwy, Ennis, TX 75119
Ennis Freedom Fest is celebrating 13 years of patriotic celebrations on Saturday, June 27th. Festivities kick off with the Red, White & Bike Parade in historic Downtown Ennis followed by a party in the park with free kids activities, live music, food, and of course, fireworks.
6:00 p.m.: Gates open – Enjoy free kids activities including rock climbing, paddle boats, inflatables and more, music, food, treats and more!
7:30 p.m.: National Anthem, Flyover and Live music
The Fireworks show begins at dark but you must be in Veterans Park to see it.
Shuttle service is available for free from Lions Memorial Stadium (1405 W. Lake Bardwell Drive) beginning at 5:45 p.m. until the conclusion of the event.
Note: No tents, canopies, outside alcohol or pets are allowed. Coolers will be subject to search.
Red Oak White and Blue
June 27, 2026
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Admission: free
Oaks Church
777 S Interstate 35 E, Red Oak, TX 75154
This annual free family-friendly event features a live DJ, bounce houses, rides, food trucks, and a fireworks display.
28th Annual Crepe Myrtle Festival and Parade
July 3-4, 2026
Admission: free
The 28th Annual Crepe Myrtle Festival has everything you’d expect of an All-American Fourth of July celebration.
Here’s the lineup for this year:
Concert and Fireworks
July 3, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Waxahachie Sports Complex
151 Broadhead Rd, Waxahachie, TX 75165
This year, guests will enjoy a concert at 7:30 p.m. featuring ZZ Tex – a tribute to ZZ Top.
The fireworks display will begin at 9:15 p.m. Spectators can tune their radio to KBEC 1390/99.1 during the fireworks show for a special simulcast of patriotic music choreographed to the fireworks. Lawn chairs, blankets and coolers are allowed at the Waxahachie Sports Complex. Personal fireworks are prohibited.
Veterans Memorial Breakfast
July 4, 2026
8:00 a.m.
Victory Baptist Church
1410 W Jefferson St, Waxahachie, TX 75165
All veterans and active-duty service members, including those who served in all wars and conflicts are invited to be honored guests of the parade on Saturday, July 4, 2026.
As a token of our community’s gratitude, veterans and one guest are invited to attend the Annual Dan McClinton Memorial Veterans’ Appreciation Breakfast.
Enjoy a hot breakfast, connect with fellow veterans and service members, and be recognized by a grateful community before taking part in the parade as a guest of honor.
To attend, call 469-309-4045.
Fourth of July Parade
July 4, 2026
10:00 a.m.
On July 4, the celebration will continue at 10:00 a.m. with a parade from Getzendaner Park down Main Street to Downtown Waxahachie. Admission is FREE.
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Midlothian Independence Day Fireworks
July 3, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Admission: free
M.I.S.D. Multi-Purpose Stadium
1800 S 14th St, Midlothian, TX 76065
Midlothian’s Fourth of July fireworks display will begin at dusk and may be viewed from the M.I.S.D. Multi-Purpose Stadium parking lot.
Midlothian Independence Day Parade
July 4, 2026
10:00 a.m.
Admission: free
Downtown Midlothian
N. 8th Street Bridge, south to Avenue F, and then West to Overlook drive. Map >>
Starting from the base of the 8th Street Bridge, the parade will travel south on North 8th Street, turn right (west) on West Avenue F, and conclude at Overlook Drive.
Award categories:
250th Jubilee Honor (Mayor’s Choice)
Spirit of ’76 (Best Use of Theme)
Stars & Splendor (Best Decorated)
Patriot Trail Companion (Equestrian/Animal Unit)
Sparks in the Park
July 4, 2026
4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Admission: free
Grimes Park
501 E Wintergreen Rd, DeSoto, TX 75115
The cities of DeSoto and Lancaster are joining together to celebrate the 4th of July with live music by Paul Rodgers and Natural Change, Keri Hilson, and K. Cooks, children’s activities, games for all ages, and food from a variety of vendors that will be sure to satisfy any taste buds, and of course, fireworks.
Maypearl After the 4th of July Celebration
July 5, 2026
4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Admission: free
Maypearl City Park
200 E Second St, Maypearl, TX 76064
Community organization Friends of Maypearl hosts one of the biggest Independence Day celebrations you will find in a town as small as it is. There will be a parade — a small one but still a parade — live music, games, food trucks and fireworks at dusk.
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