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On this day in 1776, the Declaration of Independence was approved by the Continental Congress, setting the 13 colonies on the road to freedom as a sovereign nation. As always, this most American of holidays are marked by parades, fireworks and backyard barbecues across the country.
This year Dallas went all out with its Independence Day festivities over the three day weekend. With Dallas being so big and spread out, numerous fireworks displays and festivals happened across the city.
July 3 2009 Festivals and Independence Day Fireworks in DallasKaboom Town!
One of the best fireworks displays in the country, Kaboom Town! is a huge Fourth of July party that takes place in Addison. The show can be seen from anywhere in Addison, including the Addison Circle Park watching party. This free party took place between 5 p.m. and Midnight, at 4970 Addison Circle Drive.
Independence Day 2009 in Dallas: July 4th Events and Fireworks
Annual Farmer’s Branch Independence Day Celebration:
Kicking off at 7:30 p.m. this free event was chock-full of food, fun and games – as well as low-level fireworks that started at approximately 9:35 pm. The festival took place at the Farmers Branch Historical Park at 2540 Farmers Branch Lane.
July Jazz in Addison:
Music lovers checked out July Jazz on the Fourth of July in Esplanade Park, 5044 Addison Circle Park Drive, where they enjoyed free concerts featuring local jazz artists. Some of the spectators brought chairs, some refreshments and good friends for a great relaxing celebration.
Bedford 4thFest Celebration:
An old-fashioned flag-waving Independence Day celebrations including live music, a parade at noon, carnival rides, food and fireworks were observed in Bedford. The onlookers headed to 2801 Forest Ridge in Bedford for this festival.
Liberty by the Lake Festival:
There were also numerous events throughout the day at the Liberty by the Lake Festival. There was something for everyone here. And it wouldn’t be a Fourth of July festival without fireworks.
