T ens of thousands of Houstonians will head to Allen Parkway on Friday for the city's signature July Fourth event - Freedom Over Texas. The show, hosted by Mayor John Whitmire's Office of Special Events, has garnered quite the popularity over the years and is known as the largest fireworks show on land.

: Inclement weather has led to the cancellation of many Fourth of July events including the City of Austin's Star Spangled Fest and fireworks display with the Austin Symphony Orchestra. Check event websites and social media accounts for the latest information.