Discovery Green - various times
Lone Star Flight Museum - various times
Menil Collection - various times
Hobby Center - various times
Nature Discovery Center - 4:00 PM
Discovery Green - various times
NRG Center - various times
Menil Collection - various times
Hobby Center - various times
On the Park Toy and Candy Store - 10:00 AM
Congregation Beth Israel, Margolis Gallery - 6:30 PM
Discovery Green - various times
NRG Center - various times
MATCH - Matchbox 2 - 7:00 PM
Discovery Green - various times
NRG Center - various times
Menil Collection - various times
Hobby Center - various times
Memorial Park Eastern Glades - 6:30 PM Pick
Company OnStage - 11:00 AM
Asia Society Texas - 12:00 PM
MATCH - Matchbox 2 - 4:00 PM
NRG - 5:30 PM
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center - 2:00 PM Pick
Sabine Street Studios - 10:30 AM
Evelyn's Park Conservancy - 11:00 AM
On the Park Toy and Candy Store - 1:00 PM
Discovery Green - various times
Menil Collection - various times
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Liberty Fest 2025
Liberty Fest 2025, hosted by the Southwest Management District with support from community sponsors, invites Houstonians to a free, family-friendly celebration of Independence Day. This all-day event will feature food, live music, cultural performances, and a 16-minute fireworks finale.
Main Stage Entertainment
This year’s main stage will feature family-friendly performances, including a Tribute to Shakira and headliner Paul Wall, whose set will lead into the evening’s fireworks show.
Giveaway: Meet Paul Wall
Attendees will have the chance to win a meet-and-greet and photo opportunity with Paul Wall. To enter, participants must follow Liberty Fest on social media, attend the event, and post a photo from Liberty Fest using the hashtag #LibertyFest2025.
Activities for Children and Families
Liberty Fest includes a wide range of kid-focused attractions, such as:
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Train rides
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A dedicated Kid Zone stage featuring clowns and magicians
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Bounce houses and rock climbing
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Face painting
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A McDonald’s interactive area
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Over 100 local vendors
Celebrating Houston’s Cultural Diversity
What sets Liberty Fest apart is its celebration of the rich cultural diversity of Southwest Houston. Neighborhoods such as Sharpstown, Chinatown, the Mahatma Gandhi District (Little India), Harwin, Westwood, and University are represented in this vibrant, multicultural event.
Liberty Fest highlights the traditions, cuisines, and performances of Houston’s many communities, bringing together residents and visitors for a day that honors freedom, unity, and shared heritage.
With a zero alcohol policy and HPD presence, your family can celebrate safely.
