Celebrate the 4th of July in true Austin style at Star-Spangled Fest!
Join us at The Long Center and Vic Mathias Shores for an unforgettable evening of live music, local eats, games, and patriotic fun, all leading up to the city’s iconic lakefront fireworks show. Starting at 4:30 p.m., market vendors, bars, food trucks, and a fun kids zone will open at Vic Mathias Shores for evening activities. Numerous food vendors will be on-site, including Amy’s Ice Cream, Burro Cheese Kitchen, The Corndog Company, Downtown Burgers, Espadas de Brazil, Gelu Italian Ice, JZ BBQ, Konfusedesi, Pop It Like It’s Hot, Pork Booty ATX, Shawarma Point, Snowie Austin, Sweeter Than Sour, T-Locs, and Wetzel Pretzel.
The festivities kick off at 5:00 p.m. on the Shoreline Stage with Austin native and rising star Calder Allen, whose soulful blend of country and rock has made him a local favorite. Following at 5:45 p.m., the VIP Lawn Stage will host the enchanting sounds of Mélat, known for her captivating R&B and soul melodies. The energy continues at 6:15 p.m. back on the Shoreline Stage with Texas Female Artist of the Decade Bri Bagwell, bringing her powerful vocals, smart hooks, and memorable melodies. Closing out the local acts on the VIP Lawn Stage at 7:45 p.m. are the electrifying Peterson Brothers, who will ignite the crowd with their signature blend of soul, funk, blues, and jazz. The evening culminates with the Austin Symphony Orchestra beginning their patriotic concert at 8:30 p.m., leading into Austin's most anticipated fireworks show at 9:30 p.m., illuminating the downtown skyline. General admission at Vic Mathias Shores is free and open to the public.
