One of the Cynthia Wood Mitchell Pavilion’s longest-standing traditions is back in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. The Star-Spangled Salute is a free community event filled with patriotic music and memories on the lawn.
- July 3, gates open at 6:30 p.m.; show starts at 8 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
- www.woodlandscenter.org
Red, White & BloomFamilies will be able to enjoy beautiful blooms and a fireworks show at McGovern Centennial Gardens with free treats, family-friendly activities, music, lawn games and more.
Veterans of Foreign Wars America’s 250th AnniversaryThe Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion are hosting an event to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a live band, cornhole tournament, free hot dogs, silent auctions, door prizes and more.
- July 4, 2:50 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- VFW Post 4709, 1303 W. Semands Ave., Conroe
- www.vfw4709.org
South County 4th of July ParadeThe 50th annual South County 4th of July Parade will celebrate the holiday with patriotic performances and the traditional cannon salutes by Rolling Thunder. The event will also include celebrity parade judges who will select winners within 10 award categories based on creativity and craftsmanship. This year’s event theme is “America250 - Come Join the Celebration.”
- July 4, 9-11 a.m.; pre-parade activities begin at 8 a.m.
- Free (admission)
- 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands
- www.4thofjulyparade.org
Red, Hot & Blue Festival
