It’s that time of the year, ALREADY! Wow, I can’t believe how fast the past year has gone by. I guess it’s true about what they say, “The older you get the shorter the days”!
Every year, the July 4th bash is a wrap up to the Brazos Summer Concert series that’s held at Indian Spring Park in Waco.
Here’s a run-down on the events for the annual 4th of July Celebration on the Brazos:
- As always, admission is FREE 
– Woo Hoo!
- The fun starts at 6 pm and ends about 10:30
- On the amphitheater stage, the 36th Divison Infranty Band will be performing from 6:30 – 8:30
- at 7 p.m., Carolyn Wonderland will be performing on the mainstage
- The Fabulous Thunderbirds will start at 8:30 p.m. on the mainstage
- Waco community band at 9:50 p.m.
- HEB Fireworks Show starts at approximately 10 p.m.
As far as the fireworks show, you’ll be able to view the show from dowtown Waco. The fireworks will be shot from northwest of the Suspension Bridge. I personally like viewing the fireworks show from Franklin Ave., it gives a great angle for pictures of the fireworks show over the Suspension Bridge.
For Transportation:
Starting at 6:30, Waco Transit, will provide free shuttle service until 11 p.m. The shuttle will run from the Ferrell Center to Heritage Square… this is FREE!!!
Street Closures:
The downtown area streets will start closing down around 6 p.m. The streets will open back up after the fireworks show
According the Brazos Nights website, the following streets will be closed during the 4th of July celebration:
University Parks from Jackson to Bosque,3rd from Barron to Jeffersonn, Jefferson from 4th to University Parks, Trice from Elm to Bridge St., Bridge from MLK to Trice, Franklin from 4th to MLK, Washington from 4th to MLK, 3rd from Franklin to Washington (access for Hilton Hotel guests), Austin Avenue from 3rd to 4th (Waco Transit Shuttle ONLY), Barron from 4th to 3rd , Elm Street from MLK to railroad tracks, Bridge from MLK to railroad tracks, Taylor from MLK to railroad tracks, MLK from I-35 to Bering.
Food and Drink:
They’ll be vendors located at various points in Indian Spring Park. Food will range from turkey legs to hot dogs to nachos and more. Beer and will be available for purchase. Also, Dr. Pepper will have several booths.
For the Kids:
The Waco Cultural Arts will have FREE arts and crafts and they’ll be inflatables (at an additional cost) located near the Suspension Bridge too!!
Prohibited Items:
Sorry, to say, but you’ll have to leave your pets at home. Also, pop-up tents, glass bottles, umbrellas, and grills will not be allowed.
Don’t try to bring your own fireworks!! They’ll be confiscated and you’ll get a ticket.
I always have a blast at the 4th of July Celebration on the Brazos! If you want to take photos of the fireworks, scout out your spot and be prepared to plop down early!! The best spots for photography usually get filled up pretty quick!
If you need some photography tips regarding fireworks, here’s a great article! Fireworks Photography
If you’d like to check out a few photos from last year’s festival, please check our album on our facebook page: 4th of July photos – 2010
