Where to find fireworks in Central Texas: Best stores and shows for Fourth of July

Fireworks sales in Texas for Independence Day are permitted from June 24 to July 4. Central Texas offers various firework displays and retail options for purchasing fireworks. Check local ordinances for restrictions on setting off fireworks.

It's about time to light up the Texas sky with fireworks! Independence Day is this Friday, and many believe watching fireworks is the only acceptable way to celebrate.

Whether you want to watch a fireworks display near you, or prefer to buy your own fireworks for enjoyment, there are many opportunities to do both in Central Texas!

We've rounded up some of the best fireworks stores and fireworks displays you can visit without leaving your part of Texas.

When can I buy fireworks in Texas?

The Texas Comptroller only allows the sale of fireworks during specified periods. For Independence Day, the period begins June 24 and ends at midnight on July 4.

Texans may also be restricted by county and city ordinances for where they may set off fireworks.

Where can I buy fireworks in Central Texas?

Here are some of the top-rated fireworks stores in Central Texas, according to Yelp reviews.

Note that some chains, such as American Fireworks, also sell their products at several retail outlets throughout the area.

Austin

• Half Off Fireworks
• McKinney Falls Fireworks
• Boomer's Fireworks
• Amazin Fireworks

San Antonio

• Liberty Fireworks
• Mr. W Fireworks
• Alamo Fireworks
• American Fireworks

Killeen

• Monster Fireworks

Waco

• Stars & Stripes Fireworks

Fourth of July firework displays in Central Texas

Texans don't mess around when it comes to fireworks and the Fourth of July, and there are several shows scattered throughout the state. Here, we've picked some of the most popular fireworks displays in Austin and surrounding areas.

The times listed below refer to when fireworks shows begin. However, several of the listings also have festivities leading up to displays. Some may require ticket purchases.

Thursday, July 3

• Fairfield's Fireworks at the Fairgrounds — 6 - 10 p.m.

Friday, July 4

• Willie Nelson's Fourth of July Picnic and Fireworks in Austin — end of event (show starts at 4 p.m.)
• West's 4th of July Fireworks — 6 p.m.
• Belton's 4th of July Celebration: Backyard Party at Schoepf's BBQ — after sunset
• July 4th in Groesbeck 2025 — at dusk
• Evant's Fourth of July Celebration — at dark
• 4th of July Fireworks & Drones Show at Texas A&M-RELLIS Campus — 9 p.m.
• Navasota Freedom Festival — 9:15 p.m.
• Temple's Fun Fest & Fireworks Show — 9:30 p.m.
• Cameron Chamber of Commerce 4th of July Celebration — 9:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 5

• Killeen's Red, White and Blue Music Festival — 9:30 p.m.