City of Beaumont announces Fourth of July celebration

The City of Beaumont announced details for the 36th annual Fourth of July Celebration on Monday, July 4, beginning at 5 p.m. at the Downtown Event Centre and Lake. This spectacular annual celebration offers a sensational salute to our nation's history featuring live entertainment, food trucks, beer garden and the largest fireworks show in Southeast Texas. Musical performers include the Curse & the Cure, Mambo Jazz Kings, Pop Gun and music by DJ local. 

In addition to the festivities on the grounds of the Event Centre, a special patriotic performance by the Symphony of Southeast Texas will take place at the Julie Rogers Theatre at 8 p.m.

Gates open at 5 p.m., and fireworks begin at 9 p.m. Admission to all events and performances is free, while local food trucks will offer a selection of food, beverages and sweet treats for sale. Lawn chairs, blankets and coolers are permitted but are subject to search. No outside alcohol may be brought into the event.

For more information, view beaumonteventstx.com.