For those looking for Fourth of July events in Leander, Liberty Fest provides a variety of activities. The free event, located west of 183A Toll Road between San Gabriel Parkway and Hero Way in Leander, is from 5-10 p.m. and includes children's activities, more than 50 vendors and live music, including the Josh Abbott Band. A firework display will be launched from the Capital Metro Leander Station at 9 p.m. There are three parking areas available for personal vehicles. Tents, camping, tailgating and cooking are prohibited in these lots at any time. Prohibited items at the event include:
  • Alcoholic beverages purchased outside of the festival area
  • Glass
  • Amplified music
  • Drum kits/instruments
  • Unauthorized generators
  • Laser pointers
  • Firearms/weapons
  • Fireworks and other explosives
There will be partial road closures along Mel Mathis Blvd north of the festival starting at 4:30 p.m. The Leander Station will be closed throughout the day. For more information, visit www.leandertx.gov/parksrec/page/liberty-fest.