Friendswood 4^th of July Activities & Roadway Reminders

Evening Concert and Fireworks Shuttle Buses

July 4^th evening events at Centennial Park begin at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 4^th.

There is no public parking at Centennial Park. Instead, a shuttle service will be provided from Friendswood High School and Friendswood United Methodist Church. A bus to accommodate individuals with disabilities or medical needs will be available at Mary Queen Catholic Church. Masks are encouraged. Fireworks will begin at approximately 9:20 p.m.

Shuttles will run to Centennial Park from 6:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. and resume service immediately after Fireworks. Friendswood police officers will provide security services at the shuttle locations.

No pets, open containers, or large coolers allowed on the buses. Coolers can be up to 20 quarts in size, 7in X 10in X 10 in, or be able to fit in your lap.

Friendswood United Methodist Church Parking

110 N. Friendswood Dr., Friendswood, TX 77546

Friendswood High School Parking

702 Greenbriar Dr., Friendswood, TX 77546

Parking Restrictions

Beginning Saturday morning, July 3^rd at 8 a.m. there will be parking restrictions in place for the Lakes of Falcon Ridge subdivision for both residents and non-residents. Parking will be limited to one side of the roadway for all streets in the subdivision. Vehicles blocking the roadways will be towed at the owner’s expense. Compliance will be strictly enforced by Friendswood Police from Saturday, July 3rd at 8 a.m. until Monday, July 5 at 8 a.m.

There are also temporary parking restrictions from Saturday, July 3rd at 8 a.m. until Monday, July 5^th at 8 a.m. on both sides of FM 518 between Eagle Lakes Drive and Old Road and on Falcon Ridge Blvd., between Hawkhill Drive and West Blvd.

Grand Parade

On Monday, July 5th, the Friendswood 126^th Annual Fourth of July Parade begins at 10 a.m. on S. Friendswood Drive (FM 518) at Heritage Drive. It concludes at Stevenson Park. Friendswood Police will be shutting down FM 518 at FM 2351 and FM 518 at Whispering Pines at approximately 9:45 a.m. All vehicular traffic will be stopped with barricades on all of the secondary streets between FM 2351 and Whispering Pines until the conclusion of the parade.

Following the Grand Parade, there will be vendors, games, food and entertainment in Stevenson Park. Friendswood officers will facilitate pedestrian crossing in front of Stevenson Park at the corner of Shadwell Lane and S. Friendswood Drive. Please use caution and watch for pedestrian traffic during the event.

For any other questions about the 4th of July festivities, feel free to contact the Parks and Recreation office at 281-996-3220.

Weather Updates

Weather forecasts show it is going to be a wet July 4^th weekend. The Parade will go on rain or shine on Monday, July 5th. Be sure check the Friendswood Parks & Recreation Facebook page or the City of Friendswood Facebook and Twitter for any celebration cancellations or delays due to weather.

Fireworks are Illegal within Friendswood City Limits

The City of Friendswood Fire Marshal’s Office reminds residents that fireworks are illegal to use or possess within the City limits.

The Fire Marshal’s Office and the Friendswood Police Department will confiscate fireworks and issue citations to anyone caught possessing or discharging fireworks. This offense is a Class-C misdemeanor carrying a fine up to $2,000 per firework.

Fireworks burn at high temperatures producing sparks and embers that fall on people and property. Thousands of fires a year are caused by consumer fireworks.

To report the use of fireworks within the City, contact the Friendswood Police Department non-emergency number: 281-996-3300. For more information, please check out the City’s Fireworks webpage or contact the Fire Marshal’s Office at 281-996-3335 during business hours.

Friendswood 4th of July Activities & Roadway Reminders