The Houston skyline will be lit up on the Fourth of July by thousands of fireworks, but Thursday morning, hidden behind a treeline, a crew of six was hard at work, carefully arranging the explosives at The Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park.

Freedom Over Texas will be the reason for some closures for the Downtown Houston area. Meanwhile, Houston and Harris County officials will be on high-alert for impaired drivers, and those celebrating in Galveston should be prepared for new parking fees.

The slate of local events features live music, food and drinks, family-friendly activities and, of course, fireworks displays.