Freedom Over Texas

Country Music Star Keith Urban to Headline 2026 Freedom Over Texas
with Supporting Act Collective Soul and Los Lonely Boys

The most anticipated summer fun in the City of Houston, celebrating its 39th year, the annual Freedom Over Texas returns on Saturday, July 4 at Eleanor Tinsley and Sam Houston Parks. From 3 pm – 10 pm, this extraordinary, fun-filled celebration highlights the traditions of Independence Day, as well as honoring the nation’s 250-year anniversary.

The Freedom Stage will be showcasing Los Lonely Boys to kick off the night, followed by Collective Soul opening for our headliner Keith Urban, who is sure to entertain music fans through the evening.

For friends, families, and fans in town for soccer, there is something for everyone to enjoy, including Fútbol Park, Liberty Park, the Kids Zone, Budweiser Zone, and Dr. Pepper’s Flavor Zone. All of it leads up to a spectacularly choreographed, Texas-sized fireworks finale.

Freedom Over Texas draws an average crowd of 35,000 attendees each year and is broadcast live on ABC KTRK Channel 13 across Houston, with outreach to television affiliates statewide to simulcast portions of the event.

We look forward to hosting a bold, memorable, and safe celebration as we honor our nation’s birthday together. Scan the QR code below to skip the lines and purchase your tickets today!

Event parking is available for a fee at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts parking garage located at 800 Bagby Street, 77002 -- enter parking garage on Rusk between Houston Avenue and Bagby Street. More event parking is also available in the Theater District Parking Garages with access on Rusk between Bagby and Smith Streets.

• Read the 2026 FOT Press Release (.html)
• View the listing of Street Closures, from June 26 to July 5 (.pdf)