Multiple days of activities, celebrations, parades and fireworks mark the 4th of July Independence Day holiday on Lake Travis.
At the top of this page are dates and times for parades and fireworks on Lake Travis over the 2024 Independence Day holiday. Scroll to the bottom of this page for a list of ALL the events taking place over the Holiday Week.
Check here for a boat or party barge rental, if you plan to watch the fireworks on the water. Check here for your Lake Travis lodging choices. Here are the best parks on Lake Travis.
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Volente Beach Fireworks Show
The Annual Volente Fireworks will fire from the mainland at Volente Beach. Show will be viewable by boat, in the same general area as always.
This year’s show starts just at dark on Wednesday July 3rd and best observation is by boat – there will be over 1000 boats in the water.
DJ DCPA will be poolside 2-6 pm. Hour Glass Trio on the Ritaville stage from 7-10 pm
Beachside Billy’s at Volente Beach usually offers passes to the resort for viewing by land and waterpark access.
Event: 3rd of July Fireworks Show at Volente Beach
Date: Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024
Location: Volente Beach on Lake Travis
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Wednedsay, July 3, 2024
Lago Vista Lights Over Lago Fireworks Show
Event: Lights Over Lago Fireworks Show
Location: Bar K Park
Time: At dark (sunset is 8:30 pm on July 3rd)
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Thursday, July 4, 2024
Lago Vista Freedom Fest Parade
The beloved Lago Vista “Freedom Fest” 4th of July Parade featuring floats, classic cars, horses, and decorated golf carts will be hosted on Thursday, July 4th.
The traditional parade from 10am to noon, beginning on Dawn Drive and Lohmann intersection and ending at Dawn Circle.
Lago Vista’s Freedom Festival 2024 will celebrate the independence holiday with a Parade followed by fireworks. Lago Vist’s Annual Independence Day celebration features the Lago Vista 4th of July Parade, and the “Lights Over Lago” fireworks show.
Event: Lago Vista Independence Day Parade
Location: Dawn Drive and Lohmann intersection
Time: Line Up at 8:00 am – Start at 10:00 am
Thursday, July 4, 2024
Volente Beach Fireworks Show
Back again for a second night,,,,The Annual Volente Fireworks will fire from the mainland at Volente Beach. Show will be viewable by boat, in the same general area as always.
This year’s 2nd night starts just at dark and DJ DCPA will be poolside 2-6 pm.
Beachside Billy’s at Volente Beach usually offers passes to the resort for viewing by land and waterpark access.
Event: 3rd of July Fireworks Show at Volente Beach
Date: Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024
Location: Volente Beach on Lake Travis
Thursday, July 4th, 2024
Lakeway 4th of July Celebration
8:30 AM: Parade begins on Lakeway Drive (Live Oak Golf Course to Activity Center)
9:30 AM: Hot Dog Reception at the Lakeway Activity Center (105 Cross Creek)
The 4th of July parade is a celebrated event in Lakeway, bringing together residents and visitors alike to celebrate America’s independence and the City’s rich heritage. The parade is a testament to the community’s spirit, unity, and patriotism, and it serves as a reminder of the values that make Lakeway a great place to live and visit.
Event: Lakeway July 4th Celebration
Date: Thursday, July 4th, 2024
Location: Lakeway Drive
Host City of Lakeway
Time: 8:30 am to 11:00 am
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Thursday, July 4, 2024
Hill Country Galleria Independence Day Celebration
Join the Hill Country Galleria on Thursday, July 4th from 4pm-10pm for the annual Hill Country Galleria Independence Day Festival.
Enjoy shopping with over 40+ vendors on the streets of Hill Country Galleria, plus get here early to also shop the resident boutiques and merchants who call Hill Country Galleria home.
We have a full line-up of live music taking place in the Central Plaza. Bring a blanket or chair to enjoy the show from the lawn.
Bring the kids and enjoy fair rides, water games, and complimentary face painting. Stick around until dark to enjoy a stellar firework show!
As always, admission and parking are free. Enjoy food at any of the Hill Country Galleria’s 20+ eateries and festival treat vendors.
The Independence Day Festival is produced by Special Events Live, curators of the beloved Pecan Street Festival in downtown Austin.
LIVE MUSIC LINEUP:
• 4:00 – 4:45PM Ruthie Craft
• 5:00 – 5:45PM Primo the Alien
• 6:00 – 6:45PM The Saddle Sores
• 7:00 – 8:00PM Lena Luca
• 8:15 – 9:30PM Vallejo
Event: Hill Country Galleria Independence Day Celebration
Date: Thursday, July 4th, 2024 – 4 pm to 10 pm
Location: Hill Country Galleria
Tuesday July 4th, 2023
Discount Furniture & Mattress Mack’s Annual 4th of July Fireworks Show
Gallery Furniture & Mattress Mack have a spectacular annual 4th of July Fireworks show planned between mile marker 15 & 16 on the north side of the lake at 8:30 pm on July 4th.
Long-time Lake Travis homeowner Mattress Mac and Gallery Furniture annully put on one of the best fireworks show on Lake Travis. It’s a real tradition. 1000’s of boats watch the show by water.
When: July 4th, 2023 at 8:30 pm
Where; Between mile marker 15 & 16 on the north side of the lake.
More: HERE
If you’d like to watch one of the firework shows from the water, check out or boat rental and party barge rental pages. If you’re viewing from land check out a Lake Travis lakeside restaurant or one of the great parks on the lake.
Grab a drink and a bite to eat before the shows at a lake area restaurant or one of the lake’s waterfront restaurants.
For ALL of the Independence Day weekend events on the lake check out our events page.
Have a happy 4th !
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