Lake Cities 4th of July

2025 The Lake Cities 4th of July Poster

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

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Event Details

This is a spectacular, one-of-a-kind celebration that unites the communities of Lake Dallas, Corinth, Hickory Creek and Shady Shores in celebration of our Nation’s birth. The festivities begin with a patriotic parade followed by food, contests, vendors, and toe tappin’ music. The day is brought to a close with one of the largest, most dazzling fireworks displays in the area.

  • Parade starts at 9 AM
  • Vendors & Entertainment start at 4 p.m.
  • FREE Children's Area
    • Bungee Jumping
    • Bounce House
    • Facepainters
    • Balloon Twisters
    • Trackless Train
    • Rock Climbing Wall
    • Reckless Carnival Ride
    • Zipline
  • Fleetwood Journey4:30-6:30 p.m.
  • Le Freak: 7:00-9:00 p.m.
  • Fireworks start at dusk ~ 9 p.m.
  • Lake Dallas City Park
    • 101 E Hundley Dr, Lake Dallas, TX
  • Admission is FREE
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Contests and Events

Parade

2025 Parade Entry Form

Patriotic Parade starts at 9:00 a.m.

Parade Map Link

Road closures start at 8:30 a.m.

Featuring Grand Marshal: 

Prizes:

  • Grand Prize :  $100 & trophy
  • Runner Up :    $75 & trophy
  • Third Place :   $50 & trophy
  • Scoring Criteria:
    • Presentation - music, beauty and creativity
    • Workmanship - detail, design and execution 
    • Theme - represents the spirit of Independence Day 

FREE Frozen T-Shirt Contest

Contest Form Link

Race to put on a frozen t-shirt the fastest! 

Contest starts at 5 p.m.

1st and 2nd place winners in each age division will receive a trophy.

Watermelon Eating Contest

Watermelon Contest Form Link

Contest starts at 6pm. 

Youth contestants will have 3 minutes to eat as much watermelon as they can without using their hands. The rinds will be counted to determine the winners.

Youth prize: $25 + trophy

Adult contestants will have 4 minutes to eat as much watermelon as they can without using their hands. The rinds will be counted to determine the winners.

Adult prize:  $50 + trophy

Sponsors & Donors

Sponsoring community events is fun and rewarding.  It’s an easy, gratifying way to give back to your customers. Your sponsorship dollars help keep admission free and provide entertaining, family-friendly activities. Support the 2025 Lake Cities 4th of July celebration and we will provide a level of advertising commensurate with your contribution.

View our 2025 Sponsorship Informational Opportunities

Lake Cities Fourth of July Sponsorship Form

Vendors

The Lake Cities 4th of July celebration is a family oriented, community event. Although we have added many activities over the years, we remain true to our roots. The goal is family participation in a safe environment at a reasonable cost. There is no admission and many free activities including music all day. All of this adds to a continual stream of event-goers seeing what else there is to eat or purchase.

2025 Vendor Application

2025 Health Permit Application (Food Vendors Only)

2025 Food Vendor Special Requirements

View the 2025 Vendor & Site Map (Coming Soon)

Vendors who sell the following items will not be approved: 

  • Alcohol
  • CBD
  • Drug Paraphernalia 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is alcohol allowed?  No
  • Are pets allowed?  Yes, but they must be on a leash. 
  • Is there an ATM?  No 
  • Can we light our own fireworks?  No
    As defined in Section 46-2 of the City Code of Ordinances, "It is unlawful for any person to discharge or cause to be discharged any fireworks within the corporate limits of the city. Police officers of the city may confiscate fireworks from any person found to be in violation of this provision." Through special permits for celebration and the direction and supervision of the Fire Marshall, Big Boom Pyro puts on an AMAZING fireworks show at the Lake Cities 4th of July which continues to grow in volume and popularity every year.