Highlighting Texas’s role in the formation of America.
Events for the 250th are happening all over the state.
See what’s coming up and submit your event.
The Tiki Island Community Foundation will host a two-day community celebration honoring America’s 250th anniversary on July 3–4, 2026 in the Village of Tiki Island on the Texas Gulf Coast […]
El Paso is marking America’s 250th anniversary with a full week of events that bring together culture, community, and celebration. From June 27 through July 4, you’ll find something happening […]
Celebrating 250 years with our annual community event, concert and fireworks. We will have our local VFW post joining us in presenting a traditional flag ceremony.
Join us this 4th of July Weekend for an extraordinary time discovering natural dyes of 200 years ago! We know these colors well: Red, White, and Blue. They are a […]
On July 4, 1776, the Second Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence inside the Pennsylvania State House (now Independence Hall) in Philadelphia. Four days later, on July 8, 1776, […]
The Declaration of Independence was first read in public on July 8, 1776. On July 8, 2026, in our outdoor pavilion, we will join with organizations across the country in […]
Red, White, and Crafty is a hands-on, craft-focused summer program that invites young creators to explore art, tradition, and community through weekly creative projects. Meeting on Thursdays in July, each […]
Join us in downtown Center Point as we honor our hometown, her heroes & America’s 250th birthday. We are honored to be recognized as an official America 250 and Kerr […]
Do you have a passed down story to share? Do you have photographs of your ancestors in Brazoria County? Site educators will assist you in creating quality scans and recordings […]
Dr. Shaffer, Professor of History at West Texas A&M University, will be visiting the Goodnight Ranch to reflect on our nation’s 250th anniversary and its connection to our region. In […]
Thank you for your interest in having your event recognized as an official Texas America250 Event! Please complete the following form to submit your event for consideration on the official website calendar. All forms will be reviewed by the Texas America250 Commission and Advisory panel.
Event submissions are reviewed weekly, and once approved, a link to the event on the website will be shared with the contact provided.
For assistance, please email the Texas America250 commission.
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Image courtesy Bullock Texas State History Museum
The Texas America250 Commission is an officially recognized State/Territory Partner of America250.org, a nonpartisan, nonpolitical partner of a federal agency. Together, this partnership jointly commemorates American history and culture in honor of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America.