Best Fun Events in Austin this Weekend of July 4, 2025
Published: 30th June, 2025. Updated: 3rd July, 2025.
Our top picks for the Best Fun Events in Austin this Weekend of July 4.
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Check out the full list below!
Editor’s Note: Our staff works hard to bring you the latest information. However, all information mentioned in this article is subject to change. As always, please confirm before heading out.
Free Things To Do in Austin this Weekend
Star Spangled Fest
This upcoming weekend, celebrate the 4th of July in spectacular style at the Star-Spangled Fest, which will transform The Long Center and Vic Mathias Shores into the ultimate celebration zone.
The place will be filled with local vendors, bustling bars, delicious food trucks like Amy’s Ice Cream and Burro Cheese Kitchen, plus a fantastic kids’ zone.
As for entertainment, the Shoreline Stage will kick off with rising star Calder Allen at 5:00 pm, followed by Mélat and Texas Female Artist of the Decade Bri Bagwell.
The electrifying Peterson Brothers will then take the VIP Lawn Stage at 7:45 pm
The evening culminates with the Austin Symphony Orchestra’s patriotic concert at 8:30 p.m., leading into Austin’s most anticipated fireworks show at 9:30 p.m., which illuminates the downtown skyline.
Where: Auditorium Shores, 900 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704
When: Friday, July 4, 2025 | 5 pm – 11 pm
How Much: Free
Hill Country Galleria Independence Day Festival
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Shop over 40 vendors and Galleria boutiques, then enjoy live music in the Central Plaza from School of Rock, CAZAYOUX, Britny Lobas, Joe James, and Vallejo. Kids will love the fair rides, water games, and free face painting here, too!
Where: 12700 Hill Country Blvd, Bee Cave, TX 78738
When: Friday, July 4, 2025 | 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
How Much: Free
4th of July Celebration at 12 Fox
Enjoy live music all day, All-American BBQ, classic summer eats, plus specialty red, white, and boozy drinks. Bring your lawn chairs and patriotic spirit for picnic vibes as this free, family-friendly event kicks off at 12:00 pm!
Where: 4700 W Fitzhugh Rd, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
When: Friday, July 4, 2025 | 12:00 pm – 9:30 pm
How Much: Free
Things To Do in Austin this Weekend – Friday Events
Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Picnic and Fireworks
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Get ready to celebrate Independence Day with Willie Nelson’s iconic 4th of July Picnic and Fireworks, featuring a star-studded lineup.
Catch legendary performances from Willie Nelson & Family, the one and only Bob Dylan, the dynamic Avett Brothers, the soulful Mavericks, the timeless Asleep At The Wheel, and the captivating Tami Neilson.
Where: Germania Insurance Amphitheater, 9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd, Del Valle, TX 78617
When: Friday, July 4, 2025 | 4 pm
How Much: $59-$394
Waitress
The hit musical Waitress, featuring original music by the incredible Sara Bareilles, is serving up “a little slice of heaven” this weekend in Austin. Follow Jenna, a brilliant pie maker stuck in a small town, as she navigates a surprising pregnancy and finds unexpected paths to joy.
Where: Zach Theater, 202 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
When: Friday, July 4 – 13, 2025 | 7:30 pm – 10 pm
How Much: $25
Austin Symphony Orchestra July 4th Concert & Fireworks
Celebrate Independence Day with the Austin Symphony Orchestra’s July 4th Concert & Fireworks at Vic Mathias Shores! Starting at 4:30 pm, enjoy live local music, Austin’s best food trucks, family-friendly activities, and market vendors.
Where: 900 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704
When: Friday, July 4, 2025 | 4:00 pm – 9:30 pm
How Much: Not stated
Cedar Sparktacular
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This spectacular 4th of July celebration offers fun for the whole family, featuring live music from SUEDE, free carnival rides and inflatables, and diverse options from local food trucks. The night concludes with a dazzling fireworks display at 9:30 pm, followed by an outdoor screening of Despicable Me 4.
Where: 1901 Sun Chase Blvd, Cedar Park, TX 78613
When: Friday, July 4, 2025 | 5:00 pm – 11:30 pm
How Much: Not stated
4th of July Celebration at 12 Fox
Enjoy live music all day, All-American BBQ, and classic summer eats, plus specialty red, white, and boozy drinks. Bring your lawn chairs and patriotic spirit for picnic vibes as this free, family-friendly event kicks off at 12:00 pm!
Where: 4700 W Fitzhugh Rd, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
When: Friday, July 4, 2025 | 12:00 pm – 9:30 pm
How Much: Not stated
For more exciting 4th of July events, check out our guide here!
Freedom Farce: A Star-Spangled Sh*tshow
This Friday, July 4, 2025, head to The Courtyard for Freedom Farce: A Star-Spangled Sh*tshow. Doors open at 7 pm, with music from 8:30 pm to midnight.
Experience live performances from J’cuzzi, Redbud, Almost Heaven, and Little Brain, creating a night of melodic mayhem and subversive sounds.
Apart from that, expect vendors, surprise performances, a refreshing water gun splash zone, and a DJ spinning protest music.
Where: The Courtyard, 208 W 4th St Suite C, Austin, TX 78701
When: Friday, July 4, 2025 | 7 pm – 1 am
How Much: $18.39 – $24.19
Zilker Brewing Co. Summer Field Day
Head over to Zilker Brewing Co. for Zilker Field Day, a thrilling competition designed to test your every ability. You and a teammate will face off in a series of exciting challenges, from classic balloon tosses and three-legged races to exhilarating eating contests, pushing your strength, agility, endurance, and wit to the limit.
You can also snag a FREE Zilker Field Day Tank while supplies last when you sign up. Remember, street parking is limited, so plan your safe ride home.
Where: Zilker Brewing Company, 1701 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702
When: Friday, July 4, 2025 | 11 am – 4 pm
How Much: Not stated
Divine Carnival: Reimagining the Odyssey
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Prepare for a mind-bending July event this weekend! Fly Unfeathered will be presenting Divine Carnival, an aerial arts fever dream ripped from The Odyssey and flung into the heavens.
Witness a mythic reimagining of Odysseus’s chaotic return home, told through the eyes of the Gods, blending breathtaking aerial and circus acts with witty storytelling.
Where: Ground Floor Theatre, 979 Springdale Rd #122, Austin, TX 78702
When: Friday, July 4 – 5, 2025
How Much: Starts at $35
Things to Do in Austin this Weekend – Saturday Events
Bob Schneider
Your Austin weekend is about to get a major upgrade with one of the best July events in Austin! See Bob Schneider live at Haute Spot and experience incredible live music under the stars, plus delicious food and drinks to enjoy.
Where: Haute Spot, 1501 E New Hope Dr, Cedar Park, TX 78641
When: Saturday, July 5, 2025 | 6 pm – 11 pm
How Much: $24.86
Slide in the DMs: A Comedy Show
This weekend, discover one of the best July events in Austin for pure comedic gold! Head to Fallout Theater for Slide in the DMs, a uniquely hilarious monthly comedy show.
Featuring performers seen on Netflix, HBO Max, and at Moontower Comedy Festival, you’ll see talented performers deliver stand-up and improv inspired by real-life ridiculous inboxes, all hosted by Austin’s own Angelina Martin.
You can also grab a drink from the bar and snap a photo at the free DIY photo booth. Get your tickets ASAP for a night of delightfully dirty laughs; 18+ is recommended due to mature content.
Where: Fallout Theater, 616 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701
When: Saturday, July 5, 2025 | 10 pm – 11:15 pm
How Much: $18 presale | $23 at the door
Things to Do in Austin this Weekend – Sunday Events
FREE dance class – Afrolatin Flow
Daniela’s classes are playful, with floor work technique, contemporary dance, and Latin and Afro movement.
Where: 5305 Bolm Rd UNIT 12, Austin, TX 78721
When: Sunday, July 6, 2025 | 12:30 pm – 2 pm
How Much: Free
Monthly International Grooves Series
Get ready for the International Grooves Series this first Saturday, showcasing talented musicians from across the globe. You can settle in with a delicious picnic from an on-site food trailer, soak up the vibrant atmosphere, and enjoy fantastic live outdoor music.
Where: Kenny Dorham’s Backyard, 1106 E 11th St, Austin, TX 78702
When: Sunday, July 6, 2025 | 6:30 pm – 11 pm
How Much: Free | $10 suggested donation
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