Seasonal & Holidays

July 4th 2022: Find Fireworks Near Arlington

See Patch's guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Arlington.

ARLINGTON, TX — After two years of cancellations and modifications, residents in cities and counties across the country are looking forward to many of the traditional Independence Day activities that mark the summer holiday. July 4 is tomorrow, so there’s still time to find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you in 2022.

We have all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Arlington so you can start planning now.

Here's what's in store this July 4 in Arlington:

Find out what's happening in Arlingtonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

July 4 Festivities

What: Light Up Arlington

Where: Downtown Arlington (101 W. Abram St.)

Find out what's happening in Arlingtonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

When: 6 p.m., July 3

The City of Arlington's 4th of July festival will take place on 57 acres surrounding City Hall and the George W. Hawkes Downtown Library and will feature live music, vendors, food trucks and kid-friendly fun and activities. The evening will be capped off by a 20-minute fireworks display beginning at 9:50 p.m.


What: 2022 Independence Day Parade

Where: Downtown Arlington

When: 9 a.m., July 4

The parade is the oldest event held in the City of Arlington and billed as one of the biggest 4th of July parades in the state. The theme for this year is "E Pluribus Unum – Out of Many, One," and tens of thousands of people are expected to line the street to watch the procession of colorful floats, antique cars, marching bands, unicyclists and other creative entries.

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.