Abilene’s Ultimate Fourth of July Weekend Guide for 2025

It’s that time again when the smell of burgers and sunscreen fills the air, flags wave proudly, and the Texas sky gets lit up like a honky-tonk jukebox. If you’re anywhere near Abilene this Fourth of July weekend, you’ve got a full menu of small-town parades, big-time fireworks, burnouts, and everything in between.

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Grab your cooler, slap on some SPF 50, and check out these red, white, and blue celebrations.

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18th Annual Festival by the Lake In Clyde

• Location: 7681 FM 3217, Clyde, TX
• When: Friday & Saturday
• Full details here

A long-standing tradition in Clyde, this festival brings together food vendors, music, family activities, and plenty of lakeside lounging. Think of it as the chill cousin of a big city fireworks display. Come for the views, stay for the fried food.

 Freedom of WAR At WesTx Abilene Raceway

• Location: 5601 W Stamford St, Abilene, TX
• When: Friday & Saturday
• Full details here

This one’s for the gearheads. West Texas Raceway is throwing its annual ���Freedom of WAR” event with two days of dirt-track thunder. Nothing says “America” like the roar of engines and a cloud of dust.

River Oaks Neighborhood Parade In  Abilene

• Location: River Oaks Neighborhood
• When: Friday, July 4th at 10:00 a.m.

A charming neighborhood parade that brings together local families, decked-out wagons, bicycles, and patriotic pups. Bonus points if you bring a lawn chair and a coffee.

Lions Club Parade In Sweetwater

• Location: From Higginbotham’s to the Courthouse
• When: Friday, July 4th at 10:00 a.m.

A classic slice of Americana down Sweetwater’s historic streets. Get ready for candy, floats, and probably a few tractors flying Old Glory.

Buffalo Gap Parade

• Location: Old Settlers Ground, 599 West St
• When: Friday, July 4th at 10:00 a.m.

Where old-school charm meets star-spangled celebration. Arrive early for a shady spot and soak in the hometown vibes.

Hillcrest Parade & Ice Cream Social In Abilene

• Location: Hillcrest Church of Christ, 650 East Ambler Ave
• When: Friday, July 4th from 10:00 a.m. to noon

If your perfect parade ends with a bowl of ice cream, this is the one for you. Bring the kids, grab a cone, and beat the heat with some sweet community fun.

Baird’s 4th of July Celebration

• Location: Bell Park, Baird
• When: Starts at 1:00 p.m.

A full afternoon of food, games, and fireworks at dusk. Classic small-town magic.

Jim Ned VFD Fireworks & Car Show – Tuscola

• Location: Tuscola Community Center, 1202 Turner Ln
• When: All Day

This one’s a gear-lover’s dream with hot rods by day, fireworks by night, and plenty of hometown pride in between.

4th of July Celebration In Abilene

• Location: Grace and Mercy Community Church, 1402 Grape St
• When: Starts at 6:00 p.m.

Family-friendly, faith-based fun with live music and community fellowship.

Sandy Beach Independence Bash In Brownwood

• Location: Sandy Beach RV Park, 100 Sandy Beach Rd
• When: Starts at 6:00 p.m.

Hit the lake, catch the breeze, and end the day with a fireworks show over the water. Perfection.

Abilene Country Club Celebration

• Location: Abilene Country Club
• When: Starts at 7:00 p.m.

For those seeking a more upscale experience, consider fireworks accompanied by hors d'oeuvres and golf-course views.

Anson’s July 4th Birthday Bash

• Location: Anson North Lake
• When: Starts in the evening

Sparks in the Park

• Location: Newman Park, 100 Jack Hazard Drive, Sweetwater
• When: Starts at 9:30 p.m.

Independence Day Celebration In Roscoe

• Location: Multiple locations in Roscoe
• When: Starts at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 5th

14th Annual Fireworks Bash In Brownwood

• Location: Wild Duck Marina at 320 Hightop Street, Brownwood
• When: Starts at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 5th

Whether you’re chasing fireworks, collecting parade candy, or just looking for a good place to sit with a cold drink and watch the sunset, something is going on near you this Fourth of July. Stay safe, stay hydrated, and don’t forget to thank a veteran while you’re at it.