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
San Antonio
Killeen
Waco
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
Friday, July 4
Saturday, July 5
— KXXV News contributed to this report.
This article originally appeared on Austin American-Statesman: Where to find fireworks in Central Texas: See best stores, shows for Fourth of July near you
Reporting by Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman / Austin American-Statesman
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