July 2024 Austin Events and Festivals
When you live in a close-knit community like Le Montreaux in Austin, Texas, celebrations are not just traditional; they are a delightful experience that brings families together for all the right reasons!
To prepare you for a festive 4th of July, we've compiled a list of the highlights of events you can enjoy this year. We have also included other things to do in Austin during the month of July.
Need more ideas? Click on VisitAustin.com; it’s one of the best sources for things to do in Austin and the site where you can find more activities, too! 
July 2, 2024
Copa America Tournament Matches
Q2 Stadium
One of the longest-running and most prestigious international soccer tournaments is coming to Austin in 2024 for two matches at Q2 Stadium. For team profiles, ticket information, and who will be competing in this prestigious match-up, visit CopaAmerica.com.
July 4, 2024
H-E-B Austin Symphony July 4th Concert & Fireworks
Vic Mathias Shores
Come one, come all to one of the most traditional concerts and fireworks shows in Austin. Bring a picnic and a low-back chair to Vic Mathias Shores, then sit back and soak in the Austin Symphony’s annual concert of patriotic music. When the sun sets and dusk turns dark, set your eyes high in the sky to see the city’s spectacular fireworks display over Lady Bird Lake!
July 4, 2024
Hill Country Galleria Independence Day Celebration
Hill Country Galleria
There's so much to see and so much to do! Grab the whole family and head over to Hill Country Galleria for one of Austin's biggest and best celebrations. Over 40 vendors will be along the streets of Hill Country, making it the best place to start your holiday shopping early!
Kids of all ages can enjoy the festivities with carnival rides, face painting, and water games to cool off from the summer heat.
When it’s time to take a break, enjoy the music on the Central Lawn. Bring your low-back chairs or blankets to enjoy another full lineup of local and regional bands.
4:00 pm Ruthie Craft
5:00 pm Primo the Alien
6:00 pm The Saddle Sores
7:00 pm Lena Luca
8:15 pm Vallejo
And then, a spectacular Fireworks show will follow around 9:30 pm.
We send our thanks to the organizers and volunteers of Special Events Live (who also present the Pecan Street Festival in downtown Austin).
Paramount Summer Classic Film Series
The Paramount Theater
Looking for somewhere to cool off with the kids in tow? Here it is. Enjoy some of the blasts from the past at the Paramount Summer Classic Film Series. Presented by CapMetro, the Series is one that we look forward to every summer. Here’s what’s on tap for the first part of July!
July 5, 2024 – Double Feature: Dirty Dancing & Footloose
July 6, 2024 – The Muppets, Purple Rain
July 7, 2024 – Jaws, Point Break
July 9, 2024 – 9 to 5, Muriel’s Wedding
July 10, 2024 – Dogs in Space
July 11, 2024 – The Graduate
July 12, 2024 – Double Indemnity, Fargo
The Drop-in Summer Concert Series
Through July 15, 2024
Long Center
There are many reasons to attend this annual Summer Concert Series. At the top of the list … IT’S FREE! Thanks to the Long Center team and ACL Radio, you can enjoy a diverse lineup of Austin’s rising stars and seasoned performers.
Here’s another great reason why we always recommend this Series as a ‘top thing to do in Austin” – you can listen to all the up-and-coming talent of The Drop in Summer Concert Season through this link on Spotify!
If you miss a show or two, we encourage you to follow the musicians, support them, and download their music to enjoy throughout the summer months and beyond.