4th of July Firework Safety Tips
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX - The Corpus Christi Fire and Police Department wants to remind everyone it is illegal to discharge fireworks inside the City Limits including the beach.
Press Release
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX - The Corpus Christi Fire and Police Department wants to remind everyone it is illegal to discharge fireworks inside the City Limits including the beach. If cited, you could be fined up to $2,000 per opened package of fireworks.
To report the illegal discharge of fireworks, the phone number to use is 361-886-2600. Please do not call 911 for fireworks complaints.
Firework Safety Facts:
Never use fireworks while impaired by drugs or alcohol
Never allow young children to handle fireworks
Older children should use fireworks only under close adult supervision
Anyone using fireworks or standing nearby should wear protective eyewear
Never light fireworks indoors
Only use fireworks away from people, houses and flammable material
Only light one device at a time and maintain a safe distance after lighting
Never ignite devices in a container
Do not try to re-light or handle malfunctioning fireworks
Soak unused fireworks in water for a few hours before discarding
Keep a bucket of water nearby to fully extinguish fireworks that don't go off or in case of fire
For more information about the dangers of consumer fireworks, visit www.nfpa.org/fireworks.
As a reminder, residents are urged to continue hygiene and safety precautions including wearing a face covering and limiting gatherings to slow the spread of the virus. To find out more about COVID-19 resources visit www.cctexas.com/coronavirus.
Corpus Christi 4th of July City Schedule
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – Most City of Corpus Christi offices including City Hall, Public Libraries, and Municipal Court will be closed Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – Most City of Corpus Christi offices including City Hall, Public Libraries, and Municipal Court will be closed Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
Solid Waste Services:
Garbage & Recycling Collection: Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4: No change in collection schedule.
Heavy Brush/Bulky Items: Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, brush/bulky items will NOT be collected.
Collection Center: The J.C. Elliott Collection Center will be OPEN Friday, July 3, CLOSED Saturday, July 4, and will reopen Monday, July 6, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Animal Care Services:
Closed Friday, July 3
Open Saturday, July 4, adoptions by appointment only from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Call 826-4606 or 826-4633 to make an appointment!
Public Libraries:
Closed Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4
Will reopen Monday, July 6
The following schedule will be observed at City Parks and Recreation facilities:
Golf Courses:
Lozano Golf Center: Open regular hours
Oso Golf Course: Open regular hours
Tennis Centers:
H-E-B Tennis Center: Open Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, regular hours
Al Kruse Tennis Center: Open Friday, July 3, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Saturday, July 4, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Pools:
Collier Pool, 3801 Harris Drive:
Open Friday, July 3, Lap Swim 5 a.m. to 8 a.m.; Lap and General Swim 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Open: Saturday, July 4, Lap and General Swim 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Corpus Christi Natatorium, 3202 Cabaniss Parkway:
Open Friday, July 3, Lap Swim 5 a.m. to 12 p.m.; Lap and General Swim 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Open Saturday, July 4, Lap and General Swim 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
West Guth Pool, 9705 Up River Road:
Open Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4, General Swim 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
H-E-B Pool, 1520 Shely Street:
Open Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4, General Swim 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Greenwood Pool, 4305 Greenwood Drive:
Open Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4, General Swim 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve & Learning Center: 2446 N. Oso Parkway
Walking trails and playgrounds: Open daily, dawn to dusk.
Learning Center: Closed Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4.
No trading post hours Friday, July 3.
Senior Centers: Closed
Recreation Centers: Closed
Latchkey: Closed
Gymnasiums: Closed
Postponed - Corpus Christi 4th of July Big Bang Celebration
Corpus Christi - The 4th of July Big Bang Celebration's firework show will take place Saturday, July 4, at 9:30 p.m. along the City's bayfront.
Press Release
Update 6/25/2020, 6:45 pm
The 4th of July Big Bang Celebration Fireworks will be postponed due to the increase in COVID-19 cases throughout the Coastal Bend.
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – The show will go on! The Mayor's 4th of July Big Bang Celebration's firework show by presenting sponsor H-E-B will take place Saturday, July 4, at 9:30 p.m. along the City's bayfront. The night-time starbursts will be set off from a barge located in the Corpus Christi Bay just north of the People's Street T-Head.
The public is encouraged to watch the show from their vehicle. Parking is allowed along Water Street, the downtown area and The Water's Edge Park. The show will be choreographed to music on 92.7FM, 95.5PM, and 1440AM.
To protect the health and safety of members of the public, attendees are encouraged to follow Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines and practice social distancing and wear a face mask. For more information visit the CDC website here.
Once our traffic plan is finalized, we will update the public. This year, there will be no RTA Park & Ride offered because of COVD-19.
Some of the Mayor’s Big Bang Celebration events have been canceled because of the dangers of gathering in large crowds and the difficulties of social distancing including:
Canceled Events
Family Fun and Music Zone
Flint Hills Patriotic Parade
Stellar Energy Harbor Bridge Light Show
Essay Contest
For more information, visit https://www.visitcorpuschristitx.org/bigbang/ or our Facebook page @MayorsBigBang.