There’s no better place to celebrate the Fourth of July than right here in Odessa, Texas—where community pride, family fun, and patriotic spirit come together for one unforgettable summer night.
Whether you’re a longtime local or visiting for the weekend, here’s how to make the most of your Independence Day in West Texas.
Start your day with a bang by joining the Midland Run Crew for a run, walk, or jog – kids & pets welcome! Come dressed in your best red, white & blue fit and celebrate freedom, community, and movement together!
📍 Location: Flipped Breakfast & Brunch at Parks Legado
🕕 Time: 7:30 AM
🎟️ Admission: FREE
Kick off your celebration with a beloved local tradition: the 4th of July Independence Day Parade, hosted by the Odessa Lions Club. This classic parade brings the red, white, and blue to life with festive floats and plenty of star-spangled spirit.
📍 Location: 17th & Texas
🕕 Time: 10 AM
🎟️ Admission: FREE and registries open to the public – register at 335-0234 or on site registration starting at 8AM
After the parade, explore everything Downtown Odessa has to offer during First Friday ODTX! This monthly event brings together art, food, entertainment, and community vibes—perfect for making the most of your Fourth of July weekend.
📍 Location: Downtown Odessa, TX
🕕 Time: 6–9 PM
🎟️ Admission: FREE
- The Ector Theatre with Odessa Arts will have $5 movie FFODTX Movie showing National Treasure
https://bit.ly/NationalTreasureJuly25 - Bar P Cigars: Open for Firecracker Fandango
- Cafe San Blas: Open late with Hamburgers, Hot Dogs & Tacos specials and a DJ
- McJack General Store: Open for Firecracker Fandango
- Odessa Marriott: White Buffalo- Red, White & Blue themed cocktails and appetizer specials
- Patrick Clay’s: Evil Ink Tattoos $30 Tattoos + Food & drink specials
- Sacrificial Needle Tattoo: Local vendor market & live art demonstrations. $40 fine line tattoos + additional tattoo & piercing specials.
- Starbucks Downtown: Pulp Lynn- Typewriter Poetry
Once the sun starts to set, head to Downtown Odessa for our city’s biggest July 4th bash—Firecracker Fandango!
📍 Location: Grant Ave, between 2nd & 6th Street
🕕 Time: Festivities begin at 6:00 PM
🎟️ Admission: FREE and open to the public
This year’s event is going all out, with something for everyone:
🎤 Live Music Lineup
Enjoy a mix of country, Tejano, and rock performances from talented artists throughout the evening:
Don Louis
Gunnar Latham
Yverika Gonzales
Jesse Joe
🚗 Classic Car Show
Cruise through rows of polished chrome and timeless classics at the Firecracker Fandango Car Show—a must-see for any auto enthusiast.
🎈 Kids Area
Bring the little ones for some hands-on fun! The kids zone features:
Bounce houses
Face painting
Balloon animals
And plenty more surprises!
🌮 Food Trucks
Come hungry—local food vendors will be serving up delicious eats, cold drinks, and festive treats all evening long.
🌌 New in 2025: Drone Show + Fireworks Finale
This year, we’re lighting up the night sky like never before. At 10 PM, look up as a dazzling drone light show makes its debut in Odessa, followed by our signature fireworks display—a high-flying finale to cap off a perfect Fourth of July.
From morning parades to late-night lights, there’s no shortage of patriotic fun in Odessa this Independence Day. So round up your friends and family, wear your red, white, and blue, and come celebrate the land of the free and the home of the brave—West Texas style.
We’ll see you downtown!
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