The 4th of July is one of the best holidays in Austin, and nothing is as sweet as celebrating the 4th of July in Downtown Austin. Downtown Austin is a cultural haven unmatched in the US. You can find it all on the 4th of July in downtown Austin from fine dining to street tacos.

Here is a short list of spots to celebrate the 4th of July in downtown Austin.

Boardwalk Trail

Lady Bird Lake

Start the 4th of July early with a pleasant walk and brunch at Boardwalk Trail. In addition, you may opt for a group paddle tour that passes through the Congress Avenue Bat Bridge (watch out for the guano!). Paddleboard rental is $75 each for ages six and up. There will also be a grand fireworks display in the evening.

Omni Austin Hotel Downtown

700 San Jacinto at 8th Street

Pamper yourself by checking in the Omni Austin Hotel Downtown on Independence Day. Enjoy a delicious bed and breakfast treat, a dip at their heated rooftop pool, and a private boat cruise at Lake Austin. In addition, you can also go on a wine tour to the Texas Hill Country in a limo!

Rainey Street

The party never stops in Downtown Austin’s nightlife epicenter—Rainey Street. Taste quality wines, beers, and cuisines at Rainey Street’s bungalow-style restaurants. Listen to live music and dance to epic tunes while watching the night sky and fireworks display.

Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-in-Austin Downtown ATX: Rooftop

300 San Antonio Street

Make your 4th of July date a night to remember at Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-in. Watch the classic “Independence Day” projected under the stars on a giant outdoor screen. Grab some popcorn and watch the live fireworks display on screen after the movie. Get your tickets here. The screening starts at 9 pm.

H-E-B Austin Symphony Concert and Fireworks

800 W Riverside Dr.

Listen to world-class music while enjoying a lovely picnic at H-E-B. Dine inside H-E-B’s restaurants or order food to go. Catch live performances at the Auditorium Shores at 8:30 pm and the grand fireworks display an hour after. 

Other fireworks viewing options include Long Center, Congress Bridge, Pedestrian Bridge, and Pflueger Bridge. Be sure to arrive early to get the best parking/viewing spots.

Congress Avenue

Parade through the streets of Austin and shop and dine within the area. Head to the one-of-a-kind vintage shops along Congress Ave. and dine at one of the many outstanding eateries in the area. 

Additionally, you can snap a photo together behind the beautiful Romanesque-style Driskill hotel.

No matter your preference for the evening, the 4th of July in downtown Austin will be a good time, so don’t miss out!

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