# Houston Celebrates 250th with Epic Fireworks | Texas News

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Podcast: [Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/texas-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7842429)
Published: 2026-07-06T03:27:50+00:00
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Houston lit up the Fourth of July like never before with its record-breaking Freedom Over Texas celebration, drawing massive crowds to Eleanor Tinsley Park for a dazzling night of music from Collective Soul, Los Lonely Boys, and Keith Urban, capped off by the state’s biggest and longest fireworks show. Mayor John Whitmire praised the city’s turnout, highlighting Houston’s role in anchoring America’s 250th birthday festivities. Beyond the main event, the city buzzed with life — from a FIFA World Cup game to neighborhood celebrations — proving that big moments unite communities and set the stage for even bigger milestones ahead. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d4bf0f4674bfcb38

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