Main Event Header Photo Credit Ken Zoller Photography
Star-Spangled Salute
Thursday, July 4th, 2024
9:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Downtown Midland
Centennial Park
Join Midland in a Celebration of Independence!
Let freedom ring by celebrating Independence Day in American Spirit in downtown Midland at the 2024 Star-Spangled Salute!
This family-friendly event begins with the 61st Annual Children's Sidewalk Parade and closes with fireworks sparkling in the West Texas night sky.
Delicious food and beverages from local vendors and a family fun zone will make your Independence Day exciting and memorable.
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy live music from local bands during the evening concert.
Follow our Facebook page, Midland Chamber, for event updates and to be in the know for day-of tips.
Thank you to our sponsors for supporting the 2024 Salute! Interested in sponsoring Midland's largest single-day event? View sponsorship opportunities now.
Schedule
All-Day
9:30 AM - 11:00 PM: Food Court
Morning Festivities
9:30 AM: Children's Parade Day-of Registration
10:00 AM: 61st Annual Children's Sidewalk Parade
Evening Festivities
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Beer Garden
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Fun Zone
7:00 PM: Concert Begins
10:00 PM (estimated): Fireworks + Drone Show
**Times are subject to change without notice**
Maps & Parking
On July 4th, head to Midland's beautiful Centennial Park in the heart of downtown.
Streamline your trip to the Salute with our official event maps, download them below!
FAQs
Thank you to our First Responders for making our Star-Spangled Salute Safe!
First Responders Sponsored by
Get Involved
We anticipate an attendance of about 15,000 at this year’s Independence Day festivities. An event of this size can only be successful with the help of many volunteers.
We are seeking your help to make this event a success! Volunteers are needed at various times; most help will be required from 6:00 PM to 10:30 PM on July 4th.
Volunteers have the opportunity to experience the following return on their investment by volunteering:
- Exposure and recognition for your business (volunteers are encouraged to wear company ball-caps).
- A unique opportunity to become connected with the community.
- Strengthen employee relationships by working side-by-side.
- Feel the patriotism and participate in the largest single-day event held in Midland, Texas.
The 2024 Volunteer Application is open. Please submit a form by following the button below.
Volunteer Hospitality Sponsored by
61st Annual
Children's Parade
Presented by the Col. Theunis Dey Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution
Thursday, July 4th, 2024
9:30 AM: Children's Parade Day of Registration
10:00 AM: 61st Annual Children's Sidewalk Parade
STARTING LOCATION:
Centennial Park
200 W. Wall Street
Midland, TX 79701
Categories
Birth - 3 years, 4-6 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years, and Power Wheels (groups with Power Wheel participants must all walk/ride in the final parade group).
Groups
Category will be assigned by the majority age of participants.
Decorations
Each child receives a ribbon and flag to wave in the parade.
Sidewalk vehicles are encouraged (not required) to be decorated in red, white, and blue to salute our Military and First Responders, while celebrating America’s Birthday!
Vehicles
Sidewalk vehicles only (such as wagons, tricycles, bicycles, strollers, and Power Wheels).
No motor vehicles permitted on the parade route.
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Fun Zone
Thursday, July 4th
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Located in the Bush Convention Center
Join us in the Fun Zone for free games and activities for kids of all ages!
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Food & Vendors
Thursday, July 4th 2024
9:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Visit the food court for delicious treats, including funnel cakes, popcorn, BBQ, snow cones, and more.
Also, check out the business vendors in Texas Ave. for shopping and informational opportunities!
Most vendors will accept credit cards. Want to be fully prepared? Bring cash to ensure you can purchase from all vendors.
Vendor Sign-Up
*To secure your vendor spot, your contract must be filled out with current and correct contact information. Contracts submitted without contact information will delay your registration process.Â
Follow the button below to register as a business or food vendor for the 2024 Star-Spangled Salute.
Current list of 2024 Food & Business Vendors:
- Anna James Brewing Company
- Beefcake Burger
- BoonThai Street Food
- BTX Concessions
- Buns on the Run
- Busy Bee Midland, Texas
- Cliff's Food Wagon
- CireBrook's Mobil Food Truck
- Das Dirty Doner
- Desert Frost Snow Cones
- Desert's Edge Exotics
- Domino's Franchise Office
- El TacoNmadre
- Fajitas Bravo
- Frios Gourmet Pops - Permian Basin
- Fix West Texas
- Genuine Southern Funnel Cake
- Gorditas La Dona
- Hello Pop!
- La Patrona Taqueria, LLC
- Leslie Toys
- Lonestar Concessions
- Marble Slab Creamery & Great American Cookies
- Marty G's Cajun Eats
- Midland Soup Kitchen
- Momma Sallys
- Nomadic Ice, LLC
- Pasifik Flava
- Pucker Up Lemondades
- Scooter Dog
- Smoked Soul
- Snacks & Coffee House Inc.
- Southern Gals
- Southwest Transplant Alliance
- Steban's Mexican Food
- Tank's BBQ and Catering
- Texas Mac Shack
- The Blizzard Bus
- Toyslights
Sponsored by
Beer Garden
Thursday, July 4th, 2024
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM (last call at 9:30 PM)
For our patrons aged 21 and over, we invite you to enjoy our Beer Garden located in Texas Ave near Centennial Tower!
General Information:
- All patrons must show ID and receive a wristband.
- Ticket Tents will be located near the food court and adjacent to the Beer Garden
- Cash and credit cards accepted (no checks)
- No refunds will be given for tickets purchased
Consumption Rules:
- You may enjoy your beverage throughout the event grounds.
- Alcohol may not be taken outside the event areas, (Centennial Park, Food Court, etc.)
- Outside alcohol may NOT be brought onto event grounds.
- No alcohol in the Fun Zone.
Brought to You & Sponsored by
Cool Zone
Thursday, July 4th, 2024
6:45 PM - 8:45 PM
Located inside the Bush Convention Center.
Cool off in the Cool Zone located inside the Bush Convention Center!
Sponsored by
Concert
Thursday, July 4th, 2024
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Centennial Park
200 W. Wall Street
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy live music during the evening concert. You won't want to miss these exciting and free performances!
NOTE: Shade tents, canopies, and large umbrellas that would block the view for others are NOT permitted.
Sponsored by
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Fireworks and Drone Show
Thursday, July 4th, 2024
10:00 PM*
Centennial Park
200 W. Wall Street
The Salute will close with fireworks and a laser drone show sparkling in the West Texas night sky. The 2024 show will be one to remember, with fireworks launched from the roof of the Bush Convention Center! The show will last approximately 10 minutes.
With thousands expected to attend, arrive early to find a great watch spot—and don't forget your lawn chairs!
*Start time is approximate
The fireworks will be launched from the roof of the Bush Convention Center. Seats within the park will have an excellent view of the display. NO UNAUTHORIZED PERSONNEL WILL BE PERMITTED WITHIN THE FIRING SITE PERIMETER. NO PARKING ALONG THE PERIMETER.Â
Fireworks Sponsored by
Drone Show Presented by
Drone Show Co-Hosted by
Hosting an Independence Day festivity?
We're happy to post other local Fourth of July activities on this page and on our Community Calendar.
Send us an email with the event name, time, place, and contact details (website and/or phone number).
The 2024 Salute is presented by
THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SPONSORS
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