There’s always something exciting happening downtown during the summer months, and July 4th is no exception! Find free and affordable celebrations for the whole family to enjoy, and ring in America’s 250th birthday in downtown OKC with our list of 4th of July parties, parades, and fireworks for 2026.
Free Concerts
Festivals & Fireworks
- Red, White, & Boom! – Friday, July 3 at 8:30 PM
OKC Philharmonic’s free outdoor concert fireworks show. - All American Bash – Saturday, July 4 at 7 PM
The Oklahoma Opry’s free outdoor concert at Oklahoma & Wanda Jackson Way in Bricktown. - Stars, Stripes, & Pipes – Friday, July 3 at 6 PM
A unique patriotic concert and readings program at St. Paul’s Cathedral.
- Stars & Stripes River Festival – Saturday, June 27
RIVERSPORT’s free festival and boat racing. - 4th Of July Bricktown Canal Fest – July 1-5
Inaugural Bricktown Boat Parade, Car Showcase, and more! - Red, White, & Boom! – Friday, July 3 at 8:30 PM
OKC Philharmonic’s free outdoor concert fireworks show. - Oklahoma City Comets vs Sugar Land Space Cowboys
Friday, July 3 & Saturday, July 4
Continue reading for the full lineup of events, including details on free concerts, festivals, and fireworks celebrating July 4th in downtown OKC.
Wednesday, July 1 – Sunday, July 5, 2026
Kicking off the Bricktown Canal Fest is the Inaugural 4th of July Bricktown Boat Parade on July 1 at 10 AM. Following the parade, visitors can enjoy a full week of activities throughout Bricktown from July 1 to July 5.
- July 1, 10AM – 12PM: Canal Boat Parade *Free Admission
- July 1, 10AM – 12PM: Car Showcase *Free Admission
- July 2-4, 7PM: OKC Comets Baseball with post-game fireworks
- July 4, 7-10PM: All American Bash with Oklahoma Opry *Free Admission
July 4th events in Downtown OKC
Friday, June 27
RIVERSPORT | Free Admission, $10 Parking
A full day of family fun, including RIVERSPORT adventures: surfing, climbing, tubing, and more! Plus great food, yard games, and racing on the Oklahoma River.
- USRowing Central Masters Regional Championships
- PaddleFest dragon boat championships
- RIVERSPORT Rowing League Championships
- Dragon Boat League Championships
Wednesday, July 1, 10 AM-12 PM
Free & Open to the public
Don’t miss the Inaugural 4th of July Bricktown Boat Parade through the Bricktown Canal in celebration of America’s 250th birthday!
Kick off the Bricktown Canal Fest with patriotic boatt floats, live music, family-friendly activities including facepainting and balloon art, a Car Showcase at Oklahoma & Wanda Jackson Way (with an appearance from Lightning McQueen), and more!
July 2-4, 7:05 PM
Oklahoma City Comets vs Sugar Land Space Cowboys
- Thursday, July 2: College Thursdays $10 Tickets & Post Game Fireworks Show
- Friday, July 3: Cosmic Tiki Night & Post Game Fireworks Show
- Saturday, July 4: Post Game Fireworks Show
Friday, July 3, 6 PM
St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral (127 NW 7th Street, Oklahoma City)
Free Admission
A unique patriotic concert and readings program featuring selections of speeches, poetry, and literature paired with patriotic music performances.
Followed by an Ice Cream Social before the Red, White & Boom celebration at Scissortail Park!
Friday, July 3, 8:30 PM
Scissortail Park (300 SW 7th)
OKC Philharmonic’s free concert and summer celebration that brings the community together for a free evening of music and fireworks set against the backdrop of Oklahoma City’s skyline.
The Oklahoma City Philharmonic performs a vibrant program of American classics, fan favorites, and stirring patriotic anthems that capture the spirit of Independence Day.
For downtown parking information, visit: Embark Parking
Saturday, July 4, 7-10 PM
Bricktown Outdoor Stage at Oklahoma & Wanda Jackson Way
Free entry, all ages welcome
Celebrate July 4 in Bricktown with the Oklahoma Opry’s All American Bash as part of the Bricktown Canal Fest from July 1-5.
A free outdoor concert and July 4th celebration featuring yard games, drinks, and food trucks. Grab your lawn chairs and get ready for an evening of live music under the stars.
Gates open at 6 PM, show starts at 7 PM.
