Freedom Over Texas
Volunteer
The Mayor needs you to help Houston lead Texas in celebrating our nation’s birthday! The Mayor’s Official Fourth of July Celebration, Freedom Over Texas, will bring thousands of people into the heart of Houston for food, fun, and fireworks!
To help put Houston’s best foot forward, we need your help as event volunteers. Assignments will include assisting as festival greeters, ticket sellers, gate scanners, or helping out in one of the many zones that make up the festival’s infrastructure. In return for your time, you will be treated to world-class entertainment, free parking, dinner, great refreshments, and a dazzling fireworks display. We hope to see you on the 4th!
- 2026 Volunteer Participation Waiver (.pdf)
- Please read the waiver BEFORE completing the form below.
- Note that if you are UNDER 18 you must bring a copy of the waiver with your parent's signature to the event.
Sign Up to Volunteer
Here's how it works in 3 easy steps:
1) Click this link or the button below to go to our invitation page on SignUp: https://signup.com/go/WjwHgse
2) Enter your email address: (You will NOT need to register an account on SignUp)
3) Sign up! Choose your spots - SignUp will send you an automated confirmation and reminders. Easy!
Note: SignUp does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact Cheri Hinkle at cherihinkle@gmail.com or 713.253.6373, and she can sign you up manually.
VOLUNTEER PERKS
- Free admission to the Festival - Check-in at Fonde Community Center, 110 Sabine (see the green drop pin in the map below).
- Free Parking in Lots C and H and Fonde Community Center
- Free soft drinks, water and snacks available at Volunteer Headquarters.
- Volunteers who agree to work a double shift will receive a free dinner.
You must be at least 16 years old to volunteer unless otherwise approved.
Assignments are on a first come, first serve basis.
Please email us at cheri@eventsbycheri.com with any questions or concerns.
Contact Special Events Office
City Hall901 Bagby, 1st Floor
Houston, TX 77002
E-Mail: specialevents@houstontx.gov
Phone: 832.393.0868
