Join us for an Americana 4th of July!
Celebrate With Our Neighbors
Come celebrate Independence Day the way it was meant to be—filled with community, tradition, and all-American fun! Smithville’s 4th of July celebration is a time-honored tradition that brings friends, families, and neighbors together for a day of patriotic spirit and small-town charm.
Enjoy a day packed with live music, delicious food, family-friendly activities, and of course, a spectacular fireworks show to light up the Texas sky. From the laughter of children playing games to the sound of the Star-Spangled Banner ringing through the air, this event is about more than just celebrating our nation’s birthday—it’s about coming together and keeping the heart of our town strong.
Let’s make this 4th of July one to remember!
Schedule of Events
Friday
07/04/2025
Downtown Smithville, Texas
9:30 am Bicycle Decoration Station at the Railroad Park Gazebo on Main Street
10:30 am Parade on Main Street featuring floats, golf carts, vintage cars, and local neighbors on their patriotic bicycles
11:00 am Stroll Downtown Smithville and enjoy local specials for lunch, brunch, and shopping
Smithville VFW Hall and Grounds
557 NW Loop 230, Smithville, Texas
FREE Parking, Dinner, and a Show!
3:00 pm Family Friendly Activities at the VFW including Water Slides, Cornhole Tournament, Face Painting, and Local Vendors
3:30-5:30 pm Family Friendly BINGO inside the VFW Hall
5:30-7:00 pm FREE Hot Dog Meal includes hot dogs, chips, drinks sponsored by the VFW, and an old-fashioned Cake, Pie, and Cobbler Walk. Beer and Wine are available for purchase.
7:15 pm Reading of the Preamble and The Declaration of Independence by Local School Children
7:30-9:00 pm Musical Entertainment and Dancing at the outdoor patio and stage
9:00 pm Fireworks Show
Vendors Welcome!
Join us for a day of community, fun, and tradition by becoming a vendor at Smithville’s 4th of July Celebration! This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your goods, connect with locals and visitors, and be part of one of our town’s most cherished events.
We'd love to have you, whether you’re selling handcrafted items, delicious food, or unique products! NO BOOTH FEES, you keep 100% of your profit.
Here are a few ideas: popcorn, face painting, ice cream, Coke and root beer floats, frozen or fresh-squeezed lemonade, cotton candy, balloon artists, funnel cakes, and a photo booth.
Sign up today and be a part of this patriotic celebration.
Join the Parade!
Be Part of a Smithville Tradition—Join the 4th of July Parade!
Bring your patriotic spirit and help make this year’s Smithville 4th of July Parade one to remember!
Whether you decorate a float, bring your golf cart, ride your bike, drive a classic car, or march with a group, we welcome all who want to celebrate our nation’s birthday in true small-town style.
Let’s fill Main Street with red, white, and blue and keep this cherished tradition alive for generations to come!
Volunteers Needed!
It takes a village to make our 4th of July Celebration a success, and we need your help!
Whether you can assist with parade coordination, set up and clean up, or helping with family-friendly activities, your time and effort will make a big difference.
Volunteering is a great way to give back, connect with the community, and help keep this cherished tradition alive.
Sign up today to help make this year’s celebration unforgettable!
How to Donate:
To keep this event enjoyable for all, we rely on the generosity of our community.
Your donation—big or small—helps fund fireworks, musical entertainment, and family-friendly refreshments that make this celebration special. Every contribution goes directly toward preserving this tradition for generations to come!
Donate today and help keep the spirit of Independence Day alive in Smithville!