CENTRAL, Texas — Looking for something fun to do for Independence Day this year? 6 News has you covered.
Cities and organizations across Central Texas are holding events for the Fourth of July, from fireworks extravaganzas to food truck vendors to legendary parades.
Here is a list of some of the local events going on this Independence Day.
Waco
Fourth on the Brazos 2023
The City of Waco is hosting its annual Fourth on the Brazos celebration and it will feature live music and an H-E-B Fireworks Extravaganza. There will be plenty of food trucks, family fun and more for all of those in attendance.
- Time - Gates open at 6 p.m.
- Cost - Free
View more information here.
Temple
Fourth of July Fun Fest & Fireworks Show
For 25 years in a row H-E-B has hosted this event in the City of Temple. Bring your lawn chairs, picnic baskets and blankets all in preparation for a fantastic firework display.
- Time - Show starts at 9:30 p.m.
- Cost - Free
View more information here.
Belton
Belton Fourth of July Celebration
Join 6 News and 30,000 others in Belton to celebrate Independence Day! The celebration will feature a half-mile parade through the center of Belton followed by a festival at Nolan Creek. There will be food, games, a petting zoo and of course a fireworks show.
- Time - Festivities begin at 9 a.m.
- Cost - Adult tickets start at $20 and Children's start at $17
View more information here.
Killeen
Killeen Independence Day Extravaganza
The City of Killeen will hold the Independence Day Extravaganza and fireworks show on July 1.
The event will be held at 200 E. Avenue D, and will run from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
The Extravaganza will feature food trucks, live music, kids activities, craft vendors, a Jeep Jam and of course a fireworks show, which will begin at 9:30 p.m.
Four musical artists will perform starting at 5:30 p.m., rapper/hip hop artist J. Saenz, reggae artist Lady Shacklin, country artist Hayden Baker and Killeen native Rose Short.
Fireworks will be launched from the Killeen Athletic Fields and will reportedly be visible across the city.
- Time - 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Cost - Free
View more information here.
Copperas Cove
Cove Life Church Fourth of July Celebration
Cove Life Church in Copperas Cove will host two days of Independence Day fun, from June 3 to June 4.
The church, located at 1206 W. Avenue B, will host its third annual Fourth of July celebration from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. both days of festivities.
The event will feature live entertainment including "American Idol" runner-up Colin Stough, Christian artist Jason Crabb and worship leader and associate pastor Eddie James.
Festivities on July 3 will include carnival rides, kickball, 3-on-3 basketball and cornhole tournaments, a car show and a drone show.
July 4 activities will include carnival rides, a 5k, a car show, inflatables and a 25-minutes fireworks show to cap off the event.
Food and market vendors will also be present.
Parking for the event costs $5, with all proceeds supporting church initiatives such as youth programs.
- Time - 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. both days
- Cost - $5 parking
View more information here.
Rockdale
Fourth of July Firework Celebration
The Rockdale Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center will hold a celebration for the community on July 4, featuring live music, food and drinks, kids' games and fireworks.
The celebration will take place at Fair Park, located at 200 Walnut St., from 6-10 p.m. Fireworks will begin at 9:15 p.m.
Live music will be performed by the Communities in Concert Band and DJ Anthony Cortez, and games for kids will be played from 6-8 p.m. Kids must have a wristband to play games, which will cost $5 for unlimited play.
The fireworks will be free, guests are just encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs. No outside food or drinks will be allowed at the event, but there will reportedly be plenty of food options available onsite.
- Time - 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Cost - Free, $5 for unlimited games
View more information here.
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