Arlington is gearing up for a festive July 3rd celebration with the return of the annual Light Up Arlington event, where the community will be treated to an evening filled with free fireworks, music, and an array of fun activities. Slated to run from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. in Downtown Arlington, the extravaganza is designed to be a family-friendly affair with an emphasis on entertainment and community engagement. The highlight of the evening, a fireworks display, is scheduled to illuminate the sky at 9:50 p.m., setting the tone for the Independence Day weekend festivities, as reported by the City of Arlington's official webpage.
The music lineup features notable acts from the region who will be performing at Levitt Pavilion and DREAM Park Stage. Levitt Pavilion's stage will host Chef Dee at 7 p.m., followed by Brad Thompson at 8:30 p.m. The DREAM Park Stage, curated by Jimmy Pitstick, presents Young Stars & Guitars, with performances starting at 6 p.m. and running until 9:30 p.m., showcasing local talents like Emory Ennis, Mason Engler, Allie Hogan, Samuel Lozano, Taylor Boshek, Max Segura, and Landon Hodge.
Vendors and food trucks will be present in abundance, offering a smorgasbord of culinary delights that cater to every palate. Food enthusiasts can indulge in a varied selection from Rita's Italian Ice, Winter's Snow, various offerings from Crown Catering LLC, including lemonade, tea, and cold coffees to tacos and burgers, along with other vendors such as Freshnez (BBQ), Egg Stand (burgers & chicken sandwiches w/fried eggs), The Food Box DFW (Caribbean), G's Brunch Truck, and Luiege's Pizza. Details about the event, including possible changes to the food lineup.
