Get ready to celebrate! July 4th is almost here, and this year’s festivities are extra special as America marks its 250th birthday. Whether you're looking forward to dazzling fireworks, family-friendly events or a charming walk through Historic Main Street, Grapevine is an ideal destination to spend Independence Day. Here are the top ways to make the most of the holiday.
4th of July Celebrations
Start the celebration on July 2nd with a Wine Walk on Grapevine's Historic Main Street. Experience a flight of three wines at five wineries, as well as a limited-edition souvenir glass! Walk up sales available July 2 for $50. This Wine Walk is in partnership with Wild Wild Westie, a dance event and competition at the Hyatt Regency DFW from July 2 - 5.
Enjoy a patriotic picnic to celebrate America's 250th birthday at Nash Farm! Featuring complimentary lemonade, water, ice cream and supplies to make patriotic pinwheels, while supplies last. Guests are also asked to bring their own picnic and enjoy time together. There will also be sprinklers and historic games kids can take part in, along with bubbles.
July 4th America250 Golden Jubilee Fireworks Show
Enjoy a classic Summer tradition on the shores of Lake Grapevine! This year's fireworks Show will be dedicated to the 50 years of leadership from Grapevine’s Honorable Mayor William D. Tate and America250. The show starts Saturday, July 4th at 9:30 p.m.
Enjoy Texas BBQ on 4th of July
Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Grapevine, this local favorite offers a variety of barbeque dishes such as chopped brisket, pork ribs and chicken, as well as chili, tamales and a few fried sides. Try the pork and chuck mix sausage, which is smoked for six hours on an all-wood smoker.
Located minutes from Historic Downtown Grapevine, Bartley’s BBQ is a local favorite. Serving a variety of BBQ meats and fresh baked sweets, you won't leave hungry after dining on the delicious dishes you’ll find at Bartley’s.
This award-winning BBQ joint features slow smoked meats, seasoned by oak and hickory wood. Choose from the exclusive sides, special offerings and ultimate breakfast tacos.
Cool off with a sweet treat on Historic Main Street
Beth Marie's Old Fashioned Ice Cream
Beth Marie’s makes ice cream classified “premium quality” with 14% butterfat using a machine designed in 1927, which produces ten gallons in eighteen minutes. Experience new flavors regularly.
This farmer's market doesn't just sell fresh produce. Farmers Market of Grapevine's storefront on Historic Main Street also serves house-made ice cream, featuring traditional flavors and delicious combinations like peaches and cream.
Enjoy some wine-infused frozen treats at Buzzed Bull Creamery and many Grapevine wineries, including Messina Hof. Landon Winery has a Peach, Sangria, or swirl Wine-A-Rita and be sure to check out Wine Fusion’s frozen Peach Bellini, Margarita or Sangria.
From specialty confections to chocolate, fudge and ice cream in a waffle cone, Kilwins has plenty of ways to satisfy your sweet tooth. Enjoy sundaes, milkshakes, gourmet ice cream cakes or a traditional scoop.
