A celebration 250 years in the making.
Fourth on the Brazos: A 250th Anniversary Sky Spectacular brought thousands to Waco’s riverfront for a one-of-a-kind Independence Day celebration honoring America’s 250th birthday. Featuring a headline performance by The Jacksons, the debut of the TFNB Liberty Lights Laser Show, and the H-E-B Fireworks Extravaganza grand finale, the evening brought the night sky to life
with music, lights, and patriotism.
Thank you to our sponsors, partners, performers, vendors, public safety personnel, staff, and everyone who joined us in making this historic celebration one to remember.
We’ll see you again in 2027.
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ADMISSION is free. GATES & vendors OPEN AT 6 P.M.
Please note our clear bag policy for entrance into the event interior at Touchdown Alley.
Location & SCHEDULE
The City of Waco’s Fourth on the Brazos celebration takes place annually on July 4 at Touchdown Alley next to Baylor’s McLane Stadium, located at 1001 S. MLK Blvd., Waco. Gates open at 6 p.m.
2026 Schedule of Events:
∙ 6PM: Gates Open
∙ 6:45PM: DJ Precyse
∙ 8PM: Live Music from THE JACKSONS
∙ 9:10PM: TFNB Liberty Lights Laser Show
∙ 9:30PM: Patriotic Ceremony and National Anthem with the Waco Community Band
∙ 9:35PM: H-E-B Fireworks Extravaganza
Admission
Fourth on the Brazos is FREE admission! Thanks to our sponsors: The City of Waco, H-E-B, TFNB, Dr Pepper, KWTX, Superior Healthplan, and Academy Sports + Outdoors!
Event map for Fourth on the Brazos at Touchdown Alley next to McLane Stadium.
H-E-B FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA
The fireworks will be shot at approximately 9:35 p.m. above the river between Touchdown Alley and the Ferrell Center and will be visible along both sides of the river, the Ferrell Center and from areas around Baylor Campus.
Livestream: If you're unable to attend in person, you'll still have the opportunity to watch the H-E-B Fireworks Extravaganza from home. Our partners at KWTX will livestream this year's display. On July 4, tune in to KWTX-TV, KWTXtra, or their Facebook live.
TFNB LIBERTY LIGHTS LASER SHOW
New for America's 250th anniversary celebration, the TFNB Liberty Lights Laser Show will take place at approximately 9:10 p.m. just before the H-E-B Fireworks Extravaganza. This patriotic laser spectacular is designed to be experienced from within the Fourth on the Brazos event grounds, where guests will enjoy the best views of the show before the evening concludes with fireworks.
THE JACKSONS LIVE IN CONCERT
We are excited to welcome The Jacksons to Waco for Fourth on the Brazos. Featuring founding members Jackie Jackson and Marlon Jackson, The Jacksons are one of the most influential groups in music history, with a catalog of timeless hits including "ABC," "I Want You Back," "I'll Be There," "Shake Your Body (Down to the Ground)," and more. Their legendary career has earned them worldwide acclaim, and they're bringing an unforgettable night of music to Fourth on the Brazos before the TFNB Liberty Lights Laser Show and H-E-B Fireworks Extravaganza. Watch them live in concert starting at 8 p.m.
GLOW PERFORMERS
Keep an eye out for our LED performers as they roam the event grounds throughout the evening! These illuminated entertainers will interact with guests, pose for photos, and add a colorful, patriotic glow to the celebration.
PATRIOTIC LED WAND GIVEAWAY!
Light up the celebration! The first 5,000 guests through the gates will receive a free patriotic LED wand while supplies last. Gates open at 6 p.m.
Food & Drink Court
Food and drinks will be available for sale onsite from local food trucks. Vendors accept cash and credit card.
July 4 Vendor Lineup: Boardwalk on Elm, Beachy’s Baking Co., Brotherwell Brewing, Bud’s Lemonade, Dancing Bear Pub, Dave’s Burger Barn, Fat Boys Pizza, Flappy’s Wings, Helados La Azteca, Her Table, Hull Brother’s Concessions, King’s Chicken Wings, Kona Ice, Old Time Funnel Cakes, Papi Taco, Rolling Smoked BBQ and Soul, Shiver Me Shavers, Sip of the Season, Sour Apple Refreshment Co., Stirrup Coffee Co., and Taquisa Waco.
OUTSIDE FOOD & DRINK
Coolers with drinks and snacks are allowed. No glass bottles or containers. Bag check stations are located at entrances.
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Free event parking areas include:
Lots 2 and 3 at McLane Stadium (1001 S. MLK Jr., Blvd.). Lot 1 is reserved for Baylor Club guests.
Handicap parking in Lot 4 at McLane Stadium
Ferrell Center (1900 S. University Parks Dr.)
Parking garage next to Foster Pavilion (650 S. University Parks Dr.)
Texas Ranger Hall of Fame parking lot (100 Texas Ranger Trail)
East Campus Parking Garage (200 Daughtrey Ave.)
Parking lots along University Parks Drive and Baylor University campus
No parking is allowed on street medians
Paid parking operated by Brazos Parking:
Brazos Parking (across from the stadium). $10 per vehicle.
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Boat ramps are located upstream at Brazos Park East. Both motorized and non-motorized boats are welcomed. Please note, the fireworks fall out zone must be cleared at 8:30 p.m.
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Officers from the Waco Police Department, McLennan County Sheriff’s Office, and Baylor University provide event security.
Entry points will have a bag check for coolers, backpacks and bags.
All guests attending the concert at Touchdown Alley will be required to go through magnetometers.
Clear bags are required to expedite the entry process and for security purposes.
EMS will be located at the entry to Touchdown Alley.
First Aid and lost child locations will be available.
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Restrooms are located around the event perimeter.
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To ensure the safety of guests and expedite the entry process, clear bags/purses are required for entrance into the event interior at Touchdown Alley.
Exceptions will be made for waist bags and wallet-sized bags or clutches.
All bags are subject to inspection. Please note there are no bag size restrictions or limits to the number of clear bags you can bring in.
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Lawn chairs, blankets, shade umbrellas, beach shade canopies (canopy stakes must be smaller than 12 inches)
Sunscreen / bug spray
Coolers
Water, sodas and beer will be available for purchase, but you can also bring your own
No glass bottles or containers
All coolers subject to search
A water station will be available at the First Aid tent
Strollers
Clear bags/purses are required for entry into the event interior. All bags are subject to search.
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No pop-up tents / stakes in event interior
No glass bottles or containers
No fireworks / sparklers / noisemakers
No grills in event interior
No illegal weapons
No pets (service animals are welcome)
No un-permitted vendors
No drones
Other items deemed inappropriate by Event Management
