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.
In their own pursuits of freedom, representatives of the United States, Mexico, and Texas each penned their grievances and intentions to leave their countries of origin in declarations of independence. […]
Our small congregation is hosting a day of food and fun for all ages. We’d love for your family to join ours for a 250th Independence Day Picnic!
Veterans and First Responder Cookout at our local assisted living center to honor those who have served to help fight for our freedom and those who enforce our laws and […]
Celebrate Independence Day in style at the Dallas Winds’ annual Star‑Spangled Spectacular, happening Saturday, July 4 at 1 pm at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center. Under the masterful baton of Grammy‑nominated conductor […]
Bring your picnic baskets and lawn chairs to the Eisenhower Birthplace State Historic Site to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, and to take part in traditional 4th of July Picnic activities. […]
Winners of the Kiwanis Club’s Best Decorated Residence and Main Street’s Stars, Stripes & Storefronts contests will be named. Winning Veterans Day essay will be read, there will be patriotic […]
Stars, Stripes and Spirit: Remembrance & Resilience, presented by Symphony of the Hills. Doors open at 3 p.m. Concert begins at 4 p.m. Free to attend. No reservations. Space available. […]
Join the Fayette County community for a July 4 celebration featuring the dedication of a DAR Patriot Plaque honoring John Sorrell. Patriot Sorrell lived his final days in Fayette County, […]
Celebrate Independence Day in unforgettable style at Texas Cook’Em High Steaks, a spectacular annual festival presented by the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Ebony Hills […]
Pasadena’s annual 4th Fest is a FREE large-scale community celebration held on July 4th in recognition of Independence Day and this year as part of the Texas America250 initiative, commemorating […]
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.