FAQs – Addison Kaboom Town

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Townwide Celebration FAQs

1Fireworks

- The fireworks will be launched at approximately 9:30pm on July 3rd.

- Fireworks are launched from the south end of the Addison Airport runway, west of Addison Circle Park.

- The fireworks show can be seen from anywhere in Addison. Visit a restaurant watch party, one of our great hotels or Addison Circle Park for prime viewing!

2Addison Airport Airshow

- This spectacular airshow features historic warbirds from the Cavanaugh Flight Museum, as well as other specialty aircraft, parachute jumpers, and aerial aerobatic displays. Keep an eye on the sky as planes sail overhead.

- Planes will take off from the Addison Airport and follow a flight path that is visible throughout Addison and neighboring areas.

- The best viewing will be from restaurant and hotel watch parties along Belt Line Road and the Dallas North Tollway!

3Road Closures

- Sign up to receive event road closure updates here!

- If you have any questions regarding Road or Park Closures, please contact the Special Events office at 972-450-2800.

4What Is A Watch Party?

Addison's restaurant and hotel community host special watch parties offering spectators a unique viewing experience with live music, food specials, and more.

5How Do I Host My Own Watch Party?

Addison establishments wishing to host an official Kaboom Town Watch Party must obtain a Special Temporary Event Permit from the Environmental Health Division. Submit a permit application here.

6Traffic Advisory

- The popularity of Addison Kaboom Town!® may cause some traffic delays. Spectators are encouraged to remain at their viewing location to avoid delays.

- Please be patient and courteous to other Kaboom Town! fans and obey our hard working Police Department for a smooth exit.

Addison Circle Park FAQs

1Event Dates & Ticket Information

Event Dates
Monday, July 3, 2023: 5pm - 11pm

Tickets
Get tickets here!

2Cancellation Policy

All Addison festivals are rain or shine, subject to change or cancellation by Addison for extreme weather or other risk to public safety. Connect with us on social media for the latest updates.

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3How Can I Get Involved?

- Vendor Inquiries: Submit an application here.

- Entertainment Inquiries: Please contact Addison Special Events

- Sponsorship Opportunities: Please contact Jasmine Lee

- Volunteer Opportunities: Please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at volunteers@addisontx.gov

4Parking

- FREE Festival Parking is available in select garages located near Arapaho Road and the Dallas North Tollway.

- Handicap parking is available at the DART parking lot, located at Quorum Drive and Arapaho Road.

5What can I bring?

Items ALLOWED

- Purses, handbags, diaper bags, and medium backpacks. All bags will be searched, please leave these items at home to avoid delayed entry.

- Personal small coolers.

- Strollers, children's wagons, and wheelchairs.

- Personal umbrellas not to exceed 50" in diameter.

- Blankets.

- Outside food & sealed non-alcoholic beverages.

- Empty reusable water bottles.

- Collapsible lawn chairs.

- Small portable radios.

- Medically-Necessary Supplies. Must be in prescription packaging with photo ID.

Items NOT ALLOWED

- NO pop-up tents or shade structures of any size.

- NO large or rolling coolers.

- NO large bags.

- NO over-sized chairs or lawn/household furniture

- NO pets, emotional support or other animals. Service animals are permitted.

- NO outside alcohol beverages.

- NO open flames or grills.

- NO laser pointers.

- NO fireworks or explosives.

- NO drones.

- NO computers or laptops.

- NO illegal substances.

- NO bicycles, skates, scooters, or skateboards.

All patrons entering Addison Circle Park will go through a strict screening process. You will be asked to get rid of any prohibited items. Addison DOES NOT provide a check station for holding personal items.

6Purchasing Food & Beverage

Addison no longer sells Tasty Bucks (food coupons/tickets). All food and beverage vendors will accept direct payment, including credit/debit card and Tasty Bucks from previous years (Addison Tasty Bucks never expire).

7Re-entry

Guests who leave the event and plan to return on the same day must check out with event staff at a designated exit. When guests return to the park, they can enter through any festival entrance with valid credentials. Normal admission screening required.

8Pet Policy

NO pets are allowed. Only service animals will be permitted. The tasks performed by the service animal must be directly related to the person's disability. All service animals must remain on a leash or harness and may not be left unattended. Emotional support animals are not permitted.

9Are The Events Wheelchair Accessible?

Addison strives to make Addison Circle Park as ADA-Friendly as possible, but not all areas are easily accessible with a wheelchair or stroller. Please be aware that much of the park is natural terrain, with uneven surfaces and the potential for mud. Accessible restrooms are available throughout the park.

10Is This A Family-Friendly Event?

- Yes! Attendees of all ages are welcome to enjoy the festivities, which include live music, flyovers by historic warbirds and special planes, and a nationally-ranked fireworks display.

- Admission is free for all ages. All ages require a free ticket to enter Addison Circle Park including toddlers and infants.

- The Infant Care Lounge, which offers a baby changing and feeding station, is located in the center of the festival grounds.

11What is Tag-A-Kid?

Tag-A-Kid keeps Kaboom Town's smallest attendees safe! Children are given temporary wristbands that list their parent's contact information and get their photo taken. The system makes it easier to return a lost or separated child.

12Where Do I Pick Up My Ticket Package?

Guests should request a hotel package voucher at hotel check-in. Attendees shall present voucher at the event to pick up package items. Specific details on pickup location will be provided.

13Video & Photography

- Video surveillance cameras are used in Addison Circle Park.

- An official event photographer will be taking photos during the event.

- Patrons attending the event may be pictured in event marketing.

- While cell phones and personal cameras (no external lenses, attachments or tripods) are permitted, attendees may not record music performances.

14Lost & Found

- During event hours, a lost and found is located at the Information Booth on the north side of the park near Addison Circle.

- After hours please contact the Addison Police Department at pdrecords@addisontx.gov with your name, contact number, and a description of the lost item.