Galveston's annual Independence Day parade features a procession of floats, decorated military vehicles and performers. The parade will kick off at 7:30 p.m. with a procession on Seawall Boulevard starting at 45th Street and ending at 22nd Street. After the parade, the island will host a 20-minute fireworks show over the Gulf of Mexico at 9:15 p.m. near 37th Street and Seawall Boulevard.

In recognition of the 175th anniversary of the City of Galveston, the Galveston Park Board of Trustees is sponsoring this enhanced beachfront fireworks display with the addition of 550 shells.