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AUSTIN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA WITH H-E-B PRESENTS

JULY 4TH CONCERT & FIREWORKS 2025

JULY 4 | 5:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M. | VIC MATHIAS SHORES

Head to downtown Austin this July 4th for an amazing event featuring live music, food trucks, bars, market vendors - all culminating in a mile-high fireworks display over the city skyline backed by symphonic patriotic classics. There are several ways to enjoy the festivities!

🎟️ Vic Mathias Shoreline Access 🎟️

The majority of Vic Mathias Shores (formerly Auditorium Shores) is FREE and open to the public. Bring blankets or chairs and enjoy stage entertainment starting at 5PM, as well as food trucks, activities, market vendors and watering holes.

Escape the crowd with a special VIP Shoreline Access pass!

Shoreline Access VIP Tickets

• Access to designated area next to the stage and shoreline
• Air-conditioned restrooms
• Private access to cash bar
• Close proximity to food trucks
• Surprise and delights throughout
• Kids under 10 free

Reserved Picnic Table + Shoreline Access (for 4 guests)

• Includes 4 Shoreline access passes
• 1 picnic table ~ table length 6'
• Tableside bar delivery service
• Igloo soft-sided cooler with ice and 4 waters
• 4 battery-operated handheld fans
•  Kids under 10yrs old free (max table capacity incl. kids is 6)

Reserved Cabana + Shoreline Access (for 8 guests)

• Includes 8 Shoreline access passes
• 1 furnished, retractable roof cabana with fan
• Tableside bar delivery service
• Igloo soft-sided cooler with ice and 8 waters
• Kids under 10 yrs old free (max cabana capacity incl. kids is 10)

🎟️ The Long Center is the location for two types of VIP Tickets🎟️

VIP Lawn Access @ Long Center available for $85 + fees each (10 and under free)

Bring your chairs and blankets and enjoy the view from the Long Center!

• Hillside seating in the lawn center lawn
• Access to Long Center lobby & air-conditioned restrooms
• Private access to cash bar
• Dedicated food trucks
• Yard games
• Photo opportunity

VIP Reserved Tables @ Long Center Terrace available for a $2,500* donation

Your donation to the Austin Symphony Orchestra includes a 10 person table located on the H-E-B Terrace at the Long Center for the Performing Arts. The fireworks fly high above the downtown skyline making every table the best seat in the house! For table purchasers, a donation letter will be mailed by the Austin Symphony Orchestra following the event.

VIP tables include:

• VIP event admission
• 10 seats per table
• Family style BBQ dinner at each table
• Private access to cash bar
• Access to Long Center lobby & air-conditioned restrooms
• Access to the designated Shoreline viewing area at Vic Mathias Shores
• Photo opportunity
• Yard games
• VIP after-party with private cash bar, hearty bites & DJ entertainment
• 1 VIP Parking Pass in adjacent parking garage for one (1) vehicle
• VIP parking pass will be emailed separately closer to the event

1/2 tables also available in limited quantities for a table for 5 guests. This will be a shared table with another 1/2 table purchaser.

⌚ SCHEDULE ⌚

• 4:30 p.m. VIP Areas Open
• 5:00 p.m. Shoreline Stage: Calder Allen
• 5:45 p.m. Long Center VIP Lawn Stage: Mélat
• 6:15 p.m. Shoreline Stage: Bri Bagwell 
• 7:25 p.m. Taco Eating Contest
• 7:45 p.m. VIP Lawn Stage: Peterson Brothers
• 8:30 p.m. Austin Symphony Orchestra
• 9:30 p.m. Fireworks Show
• 10:00 p.m. VIP After Party for Long Center Table Guests

Pre-paid parking at Zilker Point Garage (218 South Lamar Blvd) is available at this link.

ℹ️ ADDITIONAL INFO & FAQs: ℹ️

FOOD & BEVERAGE: Food trucks and bars will be available throughout the park. Alcohol is not permitted in City parks unless within designated areas. Coolers allowed (max size 24 Quart - 20" x 17" x 15"). Outside food, snacks, and up to two factory-sealed water bottles per person (1L max each) permitted. Empty reusable bottles, hydration packs, and plastic/aluminum bottles are OK. No alcohol, other drinks, or glass. All coolers and bags will be subject to search.

PARKING: Please note admission does not include parking except for VIP Tables. Separate parking fees may apply at surrounding garages, surface lots, and street meters. 

ENTRY GATES: Entry gates will open at 4:30pm on July 4th,

PET POLICY: Pets are not allowed in any VIP Area. In general, regardless of their level of fear or comfort, loud, crowded fireworks displays are no fun for pets who can become frightened or disoriented by the sound and other stimulants.

SECURITY: Glass, alcohol, weapons, and styrofoam are strictly prohibited. Smoking and Vaping is also prohibited in the park.

VENDORS: Food and drinks will be available for purchase from our vendors. This is the second year we will have bars onsite for guests age 21+ to enjoy alcoholic beverages responsibly. Please keep in mind you must consume alcohol within the bar areas or designated VIP areas before re-entering the general event/park grounds.

CASH/CARD: Acceptance of Cash & Credit/Debit Cards vary per vendor. *Note ATMs will not be available at the event. Bars do not accept cash.

RE-ENTRY: Event re-entry is permitted. Please obtain a proper wristband upon exiting.

WEATHER: Event is held outdoors, and rain or shine barring extreme conditions or park closures.

REFUNDS: All sales are final & non-refundable.

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Event Details

• Date: Friday, July 4, 2025
• Time: 5:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M.
• Venue: Vic Mathias Shores
• Website: https://www.starspangledfest.com/july-4

Ticket Information

• Cost: Starting at $45.00

Presenter Details

• Name: Austin Symphony Orchestra

Founded in 1911, the Austin Symphony Orchestra is Austin’s oldest performing arts group. The ASO offers a complete season of musical and educational programming. Masterworks Series concerts include eight concert pairs running monthly September through May in the state-of-the-art Joe R. & Teresa Lozano Long Center for the Performing Arts. Our season also features the Sarah & Ernest Butler Pops Series which features 4 concerts also at the Long Center, and the Halloween Children’s Concert for the entire family. James C. Armstrong Youth Educations Programs include ASO Tuneful Tales, Young People’s Concerts, High School Concert Tour and a variety of other school programs.

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