4th of July Fireworks on the Water at The Boat Bar

There's no better backdrop for Independence Day than the Texas coast, and The Boat Bar at Woody's Last Stand delivers exactly that — a waterfront perch where you can watch fireworks explode over the water while cold drinks and the warm Gulf night do the rest. Whether you claim a spot on the general admission deck or treat yourself to the full VIP experience up top, it's a proper Fourth. After the last burst fades from the sky, Beached Inn is just a short walk away — porch lights on, salt air drifting in, the kind of quiet coastal evening that makes a holiday feel complete.