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    The Loudest 4th of July
    in the Valley.

    Dillon Francis live. Paint everywhere. Fireworks. 8,500 strong. One outdoor takeover at Payne Arena to kick off the long weekend.

    JUL 3
    Friday Night
    8,500
    Capacity
    $20
    Early Bird GA
    Hard In The Paint — Hidalgo, TX
    Until Doors
    63
    Days
    03
    Hours
    35
    Mins
    52
    Secs
    ★ The Lineup

    Performing Live · July 3rd

    Headlined by Dillon Francis. Backed by the loudest names in the Valley scene.

    HeadlinerDillon Francis
    BRVO
    DJ H
    Don Fuego
    Steven Franz
    ★ The Experience

    Not a Concert. A Takeover.

    4th of July weekend. Outdoor stage. Paint, fireworks, rides, lounges — all in.

    🎨

    Paint Party

    Neon paint everywhere. Bring it on you, throw it, wear it. This is the whole point.

    🎆

    Fireworks Show

    Full 4th of July fireworks production lighting up the Hidalgo sky.

    🎡

    Rides + Slides

    Ferris wheel, water slide, full carnival energy with Ultra access.

    🍸

    21+ Lounge

    Private indoor bar with complimentary drinks for Ultra Experience holders.

    ★ Pick Your Lane

    Tickets

    Three ways in. Early Bird pricing won't last — once these sell out, prices step up.

    General Admission
    In the action.
    $20
    Early Bird · while supplies last
    • ✓Full access to the main floor
    • ✓Live performances all night
    • ✓Paint party + fireworks
    • ✓Standard entry line
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    VIP
    Elevated access. All essentials.
    $89
    All ages · 21+ for bar areas
    • ✓Express early entry
    • ✓Indoor restroom access
    • ✓(1) 16oz neon paint bottle
    • ✓Hard In The Paint event backpack
    • ✓Poncho + VIP wristband
    • ✓Souvenir Hard In The Paint sticker
    Get VIP
    Ultra Experience
    21+ only · the full takeover.
    $125
    Limited passes available
    • ✓Everything in VIP, plus:
    • ✓Exclusive 21+ indoor lounge
    • ✓Complimentary drinks & bites
    • ✓Private indoor bar access
    • ✓(2) 16oz neon paint bottles
    • ✓Limited edition Hard In The Paint T-shirt
    • ✓Premium wristband
    • ✓Ferris wheel + water slide access
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    ★ Official Merch

    Wear the Night.

    Two limited drops. Printed for July 3rd, never reprinted. Every package ships with a souvenir Hard In The Paint sticker.

    Hard In The Paint T-shirts
    T-Shirt · Version 1

    Live Life Out Loud Tee

    Hard In The Paint logo front. Dillon Francis · July 3rd, 2026 · Hidalgo, TX + "Live Life Out Loud" on the back.

    Hard In The Paint T-shirts
    T-Shirt · Version 2

    Clean Drop Tee

    Hard In The Paint logo front. Dillon Francis · July 3rd, 2026 · Hidalgo, TX on the back. No slogan, just the date.

    Bundle & Save

    Pair any ticket with a tee at checkout for $5 off. Ultra Experience already includes a limited tee — yours doesn't need a bundle.

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    ★ Quick Answers

    FAQ

    Anything else, hit us at the link in the footer.

    Where exactly is the event?+
    Payne Arena Outdoors, Hidalgo, TX. The whole show is staged on the outdoor grounds — bring sunglasses and shoes you don't mind getting painted.
    What time do doors open?+
    VIP & Ultra get express early entry. Doors and full schedule will drop closer to the date — keep an eye on PayneArena.com and our socials.
    Is this 21+?+
    The event is all ages with parental discretion. The Ultra Experience and 21+ lounge are 21+ only — you'll be carded at the wristband checkpoint.
    What's actually included with VIP vs. Ultra?+
    VIP gets you in fast with a paint bottle, backpack, poncho, wristband and sticker. Ultra is full access — private 21+ lounge, comp drinks, two paint bottles, a limited tee, and ride access (ferris wheel + water slide).
    Can I bring my own paint?+
    No outside paint allowed. Official neon paint will be available on-site. VIP & Ultra packages already include bottles.
    Are tickets refundable?+
    All sales are final. Tickets are non-refundable but can be transferred up until day of show.
    Where do I buy?+
    All ticket sales go through PayneArena.com. Don't trust resellers — confirm the URL.

    Don't Watch the Story.
    Be the Story.

    Early Bird won't last. Once they're gone, they're gone — pricing steps up at every tier.

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