Independence Day is approaching, which means Americans are getting ready to fire up their grills, put on anything red, white and blue, go swimming and watch the sky light up with fireworks. But apparently, Central Texas is not the best place to celebrate the Fourth of July.

SAN ANTONIO – SeaWorld is welcoming guests to celebrate this year’s Fourth of July with two nights of firework shows. The Independence Day shows will happen at 9:45 p.m. on July 4 and 5. The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.

Here's San Antonio's and the surrounding area's vibrant July 4th celebrations from parades to exhilarating fireworks. 