Fort Worth celebrates Fourth at Panther Island Pavilion

Fort Worth's Fourth at Panther Island is the "biggest fireworks show and Independence Day celebration in DFW."

American flag raised high on the banks of the Trinity

Fort Worth's Fourth takes place annually at Panther Island Pavilion, just outside downtown Fort Worth.

Staying cool with Texas-sized drinks

With soaring temperatures across the metroplex, it's important to stay hydrated. MedStar said they're prepared for the extreme heat and will have multiple crews on-site to provide care if needed. 

Tubing and swimming in the Trinity

Thousands of visitors are expected to attend the annual Independence Day event and brave the Texas heat.

"Seeing stars" in star-shaped sunglasses

Fourth of July fashion includes red, white and blue everything.

Floating the Trinity River at Panther Pavilion

Live music performances are scheduled throughout the night at Panther Island Pavilion.

Fort Worth's Fourth activities

Activities such as face painting, water slides, a zip line and various inflatables fill the afternoon ahead of the highly anticipated fireworks show.

Stars, stripes and smiles

Even the cutest spectators have their seats prepared to watch the fireworks.

Families enjoying Fort Worth's Fourth

The fireworks show is expected to begin around 9:30 p.m. and lasts about 30 minutes.