Independence Day in OKC

There's always something exciting happening in the Modern Frontier, and this 4th of July weekend is no different! We have you covered on all of the red, white and blue in Oklahoma City to help you plan your celebrations. Check out our guide to summer freebies in OKC and explore other events and activities happening throughout the city this Independence Day weekend. 


July 4th Festivals & Fireworks 

  • Catch the Oklahoma City Baseball Club take on the Las Vegas Aviators Thursday, July 4 and stay for their postgame firework show.
  • Riversport is throwing the Stars & Stripes River Festival, a Fourth of July themed festival, on June 22. Enjoy racing, food and live music throughout the day and end the night watching rowing and dragon boat championships. 
  • Hear your favorite patriotic tunes at the Oklahoma City Philharmonic's free outdoor concert, Red, White & Boom at Scissortail Park on July 3. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and the whole family to enjoy a lovely evening outside with beautiful, inspiring music, followed by fireworks!
  • Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a great night of music as the Oklahoma Opry performs at Fireworks at the Flagpole in Bricktown on July 3! Stick around to watch fireworks when the sun goes down. 
  • Spend July 4th at Frontier City! Enjoy the thrilling rides during the day and end the night with a firework show, July 4-6.  

Places to Cool Off

Chow Down

Oklahoma City is continuously making national lists for some of the country's best barbecue and burgers. If you don't feel like firing up the grill this holiday weekend, savor the tasty fares of these locally loved OKC spots!