Red, White, and Boom

A star-spangled Fourth of July weekend awaits at Loews Hotels in Arlington

Choose from two properties and enjoy all the perks.

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Make this Independence Day unforgettable with a full weekend of family-friendly activities, relaxing poolside, live music, local flavors, and front-row fireworks at Loews Hotels in Arlington.

Enjoy festive fun from the moment you arrive, whether you’re sipping cocktails on Clover Club Lawn, watching family-friendly films at the Dive-In Movie, or taking in one of the best fireworks displays in DFW with AT&T Stadium as your backdrop.

Off-property, guests may explore Downtown Arlington’s free concerts and kid-friendly entertainment, attend the state’s largest Independence Day parade, or spend the day at the National Medal of Honor Museum’s Freedom Fest.

The weekend wraps up with a Texas barbecue cookout, '90s country music concert featuring Straight Tequila Night, and a grand fireworks finale to light up the Arlington sky. The all-American weekend lineup is filled with something for everyone.

Thursday, July 3

Kick off the holiday weekend with a festive welcome upon arrival. As the sun sets, enjoy a relaxing evening at the pool or head into Downtown Arlington for a free community celebration featuring live music at Levitt Pavilion, food trucks, kid-friendly activities, and one of the best local fireworks shows in Dallas-Fort Worth.

When you return, enjoy a family-friendly film under the stars at the Dive-In Movie'*, beginning at 9 pm.

Friday, July 4

From 9 am to 9 pm, your Fourth of July is filled with fun.

9 am: City of Arlington 4th of July Parade - Experience Texas’ largest Independence Day parade, just minutes from the hotel.
10 am- 5 pm: Freedom Fest at the National Medal of Honor Museum - This ticketed event includes museum entry, live music, lawn games, patriotic crafts, and a special appearance by the Arlington Chorale. After remarks by Chris Cassidy, CEO of the National Medal of Honor Museum, enjoy classic cookout fare and family-friendly activities.
12 pm: Pool activities* - Relax in a poolside cabana or join in the fun with live music, games, and poolside service all day.
5-9 pm: Texas BBQ on Clover Club Lawn - Sway to the tunes of a live DJ while playing outdoor games and sipping cocktails.
9 pm: Dive-In Movie* - Enjoy a family-friendly film under the stars.

Saturday, July 5

12 pm: Pool activities* - Relax in a poolside cabana or join in the fun with live music, games, and poolside service all day.
5-7:30 pm: DJ on Clover Club Lawn – Get the party started with live entertainment, barbecue, and all-American classics including hamburgers, hot dogs, and more.
7:30-9:30 pm: Straight Tequila Night concert on Clover Club Lawn - Sway the night away to your favorite 90's country hits as the sun sets.
9:30 pm: Fireworks show - Watch a 15-minute firework display choreographed to music with AT&T Stadium as the backdrop.

*Reserved for Live! by Loews - Arlington hotel guests only

Book your Independence Day getaway at Live! by Loews – Arlington or Loews Arlington Hotel and enjoy exclusive access to pool events, on-site dining, and an unbeatable location in the heart of the Arlington Entertainment District.

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