Austin
Tarrytown Fourth of July Parade
The 27th annual neighborhood parade includes floats, cars and firetrucks. A party following the parade includes Maudies breakfast tacos, Teo's Gelato, Kona Ice, cookie decorating and face painting. Free. 9 a.m. (parade start). Tarrytown Texaco, 2400 Exposition Blvd. (parade start), Reed Park, 2600 Pecos St. (party).
Red, White and Blues at Geraldine's
The restaurant, located inside the Hotel Van Zandt, offers fried chicken, specialty cocktails and live blues music on July 3. Free (entry). 7:30 p.m. Geraldine's, 605 Davis St. www.austintexas.org
Willie Nelson's Fourth of July Picnic
Join Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow, Asleep at the Wheel and other musicians at the annual concert at the Circuit of the Americas, hosted by Live Nation and C3 Presents. $39.50-$550. 11 a.m. (gates open), noon (music begins). Circuit of the Americas, 9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd. www.austin360amphitheater.com
Rattle Inn 4th of July celebration
Celebrate 4th of July at Rattle Inn. Enjoy drink specials such as red, white, and blue jello shots, bomb pops, champagne cocktails, and Independence beers for $4. Take pictures with Rattle Inn’s giant photo frame while Slantic the Tablist plays all-time favorite jams. To enjoy the party from the Rooftop Deck, tables can be purchased using the link provided. www.rattleinnaustin.com/private-events
HEB 4th of July Fireworks and Symphony
The Austin Symphony hosts an annual concert of patriotic music culminating in a firework display over Lady Bird Lake. Outside food and drinks are not allowed but vendors will be selling concessions. Free. Symphony at 8 p.m., fireworks at 9:30. Vic Matthias Shores (Auditorium Shores) 900 W Riverside Dr., Austin. www.roadwayevents.com
The Travelin’ McCourys, Jeff Austin Band Grateful Ball
Celebrate the nation’s independence with an evening of bluegrass music. Each band will play one set and then they will play a set of Grateful Dead songs. Tickets $15-50. Doors 6 p.m. Age 21 and up. bit.ly/GratefulBall
2nd annual Pudding Wrestling competition
Austin Facial Hair Club is putting on the second installment of their 4th of July Pudding Wrestling competition. There will be live rock ’n roll music and anyone equipped with the appropriate facial hair can compete. Entrance is free. 3-7 p.m. The Blackheart, 86 Rainey St., Austin. https://www.facebook.com/events/455646714782997/
Fast Eddie’s 4th of July hot-dog eating contest
Visit Fast Eddie’s Billiards & Sports Bars around the state on July 3 for a chance to compete in a hot-dog eating contest. The winner will receive the cash from the pool of all $5 entry fees, plus one full month of free pool, preferred seating and a T-shirt. $5 (competition entry). 8 p.m. 13945 N. US 183, Ste. D122. www.fasteddiesbilliards.com
Round Rock/Pflugerville/Hutto
Brushy Creek Fourth of July Parade and Festival
The Round Rock-area neighborhood celebrates Independence Day with a parade and a festival. Activities include a bounce house, foam pit, inflatable water slide, face painting and food vendors. Free. 9:30 a.m. (parade start), 10 a.m. (festival start). The corner of North Field Street and Liberty Walk (parade start), Cat Hollow Park, 8600 O'Connor Dr., Round Rock. www.bcmud.org/news-events/?FeedID=974
Fast Eddie’s 4th of July hot-dog eating contest
Visit Fast Eddie’s Billiards & Sports Bars around the state on July 3 for a chance to compete in a hot-dog eating contest. The winner will receive the cash from the pool of all $5 entry fees, plus one full month of free pool, preferred seating and a T-shirt. $5 (competition entry). 8 p.m. 100 Parker Dr. www.fasteddiesbilliards.com
Frontier Days celebration, Sertoma Parade
Join the City of Round Rock for a parade, carnival rides, jalapeno pepper eating contests and children’s activities. Free watermelon and fireworks will be followed by the Lego Batman Movie. The parade begins at 10 a.m. on Main St. The festival is from 12-11 p.m. at Old Settlers Park, 3300 Palm Valley Blvd. www.roundrocktexas.gov
Pflugerville Pfirecracker Pfestival set for July 4
Free music and assorted food trucks will precede a fireworks display, hosted by the city of Pflugerville. Doors open at 5 p.m., live music by the BlueBonnets and SkyRocket! begins at 6 p.m. The fireworks show starts at approximately 9:15 and is followed by an after-show concert. Free. The Pfield, 1440 W. Pecan St., Pflugerville, www.pflugervilletx.gov
Georgetown
Sertoma’s 4th of July in the Park
Enjoy a parade, more than 80 booths, a petting zoo, live entertainment, train rides, and fireworks at Sertoma’s annual Independence Day event. The parade begins at 11 a.m. at the low water crossing in San Gabriel Park and ends at the Gazebo. Fireworks begin at dark. Free. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. www.georgetownsertoma.org
Leander/Cedar Park
Liberty Fest
Celebrate the 4th with free fireworks, vendors and children’s activities at Leander’s Liberty Fest featuring live music by the Josh Abbot Band. Parking is limited to designated areas. Gates open 4:30 p.m. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. The event location is off 183a South between San Gabriel Parkway and Hero Way. www.leandertx.gov
Cedar Park 4th of July celebration and parade
Join the citizens of Cedar Park for a parade, free watermelon, fireworks, live music and assorted yard games to celebrate Independence Day. There will also be carnival rides, food and face painting available for a fee. The parade begins at 10 a.m., starting at H-E-B Center and ending at Cedar Park Recreation Center. Festivities begin at 4 p.m. at Elizabeth Milburn Park, 1901 Sun Chase Blvd., Cedar Park.
Lake Travis/Westlake
Hill Country Galleria Independence Day Celebration
Enjoy free live music and fireworks at the Hill Country Galleria. Free. 6:30 p.m. (live music begins), 9 p.m. (fireworks start). Hill Country Galleria, 12700 Hill Country Blvd. www.hillcountrygalleria.com
West Lake Hills annual 4th of July parade
The West Lake Hills 12th annual Fourth of July parade starts at the Northstar Bank parking lot. The celebration immediately following the parade will feature a costume contest. 8:30 a.m. Free. 101 Westlake Drive, Austin. 512-327-3088. www.westlakechamber.com
Lions Club parade and picnic
The Spicewood & Highland Lakes Lions Club hosts a picnic and parade starting at the Spicewood Post Office. 9-11 a.m. Free. Spicewood Post Office, 121 Texas Spur 191, Spicewood. 512-577-1302. www.spicewoodlions.org
Rollingwood Independence day celebration
A parade starts at City Hall and is followed by a party with food and games at Rollingwood Park. 9 a.m. (parade), 10 a.m. (party). Free. Rollingwood City Hall, 403 Nixon Drive, Rollingwood. 512-327-1838. www.cityofrollingwood.com
Lakeway 4th of July
Lakeway’s Fourth of July celebration includes a parade, Pageantry of Flags and swimming. 8:30 a.m. (parade), 10:30 a.m. (Pageantry), noon-8 p.m. (swimming). Morning activities are free; swimming costs $3. Various locations. 512-314-7500. www.lakeway-tx.gov
Dripping Springs 4th of July fireworks
Train rides, live music and a petting zoo accompany fireworks and the Dripping Springs Ranch Park & Event Center. A Salt Lick BBQ dinner is available for purchase and there will be live music by Gypsy Wind. 5-10 p.m. Free admission. 1042 Event Center Drive, Dripping Springs. 512-858-4725. www.destinationdrippingsprings.com
San Marcos/Buda/Kyle
Red, White, and Buda July 4th celebration
Starting with a Patriotic Parade down Main st., the event will include a best-decorated bike contest, food and a fireworks show. Free. (Parade) 9 -10 a.m. (Festivities) 7-10 p.m. Buda City Park, 204 San Antonio Rd., Buda. www.ci.buda.tx.us
Kyle Independence Day Fireworks Show
The Plum Creek Golf Course Clubhouse and the Hays CISD Performing Arts Center are both offering live music and a view of the fireworks, which will be launched from the golf course. (Pre-show) 6-9p.m. (Fireworks) 9:30 p.m. Various locations. www.cityofkyle.com
Martindale 4th of July children’s parade
Dozens of children lead the Martindale parade every 4th of July. The parade will go from Lockhart Street across Bowie to Johnson Street and back to Main Street. Booths will open across from the Library. 9 a.m. 411 Main St., Martindale. www.martindaletexas.org
