Canyon's 4th of July Guide: Parking, Closures, Schedules

One of the largest 4th of July celebrations is in Canyon, Texas. The event is so popular that the city doubles in population on Independence Day. The day is full of fun, but you want to be prepared when you are heading to Canyon for the 4th of July.

Be prepared for closures.

Canyon's 4th of July Friday Closures You Need to Know

Starting at 3 pm on Friday, July 3, you will not be allowed to park your car on 4th Avenue from 38th Street to 11th Street through the end of the parade on July 4.

If you leave your vehicles in these areas, you may be ticketed or towed. Double-check before you park and leave.

You will not be able to park your car in the Canyon Square from 3 pm on July 3 to 3 pm on July 4.

Canyon's 4th of July Saturday Road Closures and Parking

4th Avenue will be closed from 38th Street to 11th Street from 8 am - 12 pm. You will not be able to drive through this area. You can cross at 23rd Street.

15th Street to 17th Street will be closed due to the Fair on the Square until 3 pm.

Paul Lindsey Park is open this year; the side street off Field 4 will be closed. The parking lot entrance to the park will be closed to allow for food trucks.

If you are parking inside the park, you must park legally on a street or in a parking lot inside the lines. You cannot double-stack cars.

Getting to Canyon: Traffic and Parking Tips

If you are heading to the parade from Amarillo or other towns, get there early. Traffic from Amarillo to Canyon will be backed up, and due to the construction, your drive time will be longer. If you choose to travel VFW Road/FM 1541, be prepared for a backed-up drive. It's not a shortcut anymore. Everyone else is having the same idea.

Parking will be crazy. Most parking lots on the parade route fill up fast, so be prepared to walk a very long distance to the parade route. If you are parking in a residential area, please be courteous and do not block the residents' driveways.

Most people reserve their parade spots the night before by leaving their chairs and marking their territory. Again, get there early for the best view spots.

There are limited restroom resources on the parade route and on the square; plan accordingly.

What to Bring for the Day

Make sure you are prepared: bring sunscreen, water, chairs, bug spray, charging banks, and any essentials you think you will need. The day will be long if you are planning on staying from the parade to the fireworks.

Canyon Independence Day Schedule of Events

Canyon Lions Club Pancake Breakfast - Cole Community Center - 7 am - 10 am
Fair on the Square - Canyon's Downtown Square - 9 am - 3 pm
4th Avenue Firecracker Mile - 4th Avenue from the Hampton Inn to Downtown Square - 9:30 am
Independence Day Parade - 4th Avenue from First United Bank Center to Downtown Square - 10 am
Fireworks - Paul Lindsey Park - Dark

Have a happy and safe 4th of July.

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