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How To Celebrate The Fourth Of July 2022 In Houston

By Maria Hieber By Maria Hieber | June 3, 2022 | culture Culture Feature

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From fireworks to picnics to parties and more, here's how to celebrate the Fourth of July in Houston for the perfect Independence Day.

Red, Hot & Blue Festival

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After a day of parties and parades, wind down with some live music and conclude your night with a firework extravaganza put on by the Red, White & Blue Festival. The festival will be spread out across five locations, Town Green Park, Waterway Square, Northshore Park, Rob Fleming Park and Hughes Landing. Each spot will have a different variety of music, ranging from Rock, to 80s and 90s, to music presented by the Woodlands Symphony Orchestra. Enjoy entertainment and concessions before the “Texas-sized” fireworks show on Lake Woodlands at 9:30 p.m. 2505 Lake Woodlands Dr., visitthewoodlands.com

4th of July at the Omni

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Book a holiday weekend staycation or just celebrate Independence Day with family-friendly events at the Omni. Get a head start on the festivities with face painting on Saturday, and feast on all-American, chef-crafted menus and popsicle parties offered all weekend long. A live DJ will ensure your weekend has all the right vibes, and families can watch nightly pool-side movies with complimentary popcorn to end each night. 4 Riverway, omnihotels.com

4th of July Fireworks Kayak Tour

Escape the crowds and choose a unique experience to celebrate the 4th of July this year. Buffalo Bayou Kayak Tours takes customers on a waterway adventure through auditorium shores, the liveliness of downtown Houston and allows paddlers to watch the fireworks crackle over the city from the water. 333 South Jensen Dr., buffalobayoukayak.com

Freedom Over Texas

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After two years of setbacks, the Freedom Over Texas events are back with a bang. Held at both Eleanor Tinsley and Sam Houston Parks, festivities include live music, kids zones and children’s entertainment, visits from Houston professional sports teams, as well as a military salute and fireworks finale. Step Rideau and the Zydeco Outlaws, Walker County, Blanco Brown and Sawyer Brown will perform throughout the afternoon before headliner and Houston-native Clay Walker takes the stage. 18-3600 Allen Pkwy., 1000 Bagby St., houstontx.gov

Pool Day and Fireworks at the Marquis Houston

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Elevate your weekend and get your friends together for a sun-soaked day of poolside festivities, insta-worthy cocktails and a rooftop view of downtown Houston’s firework show. Located in the city’s heart, the Marriott Marquis Houston’s Altitude Rooftop and Pool brings a resort-like experience with a one-of-a-kind Texas-shaped lazy river. Book a day pass or choose from a variety of seating and cabana options that accommodate up to 10 adults. 1777 Walker St., marriott.com



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