Two hundred and fifty years ago, a new nation was born — and with it, a musical tradition unlike anything the world had ever heard. This is not your average patriotic concert. The GMA proudly presents The Music of America — a high-energy, live musical documentary that traces America’s wildly original musical story from the […]

Sky Elements Drones returns this year to Irving’s annual Sparks & Stripes celebration. This event brings two days of patriotic fun to life each year, but even more so this year as part of the America250 celebration. Last year, more than 10,000 attendees gathered at Levy Event Plaza to enjoy live music, delicious food, lawn […]

Join us for our 3rd Annual Anthem Celebration 5K and Kids Dash, a star-spangled community tradition that brings neighbors together for fun, fitness, and patriotic pride! This year’s race is extra special as we honor the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence—a milestone celebrating the spirit of freedom, unity, and community. Lace up and […]

In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States, the South County Fourth of July Parade Committee proudly presents the 50th Annual Parade themed “America 250!”—a vibrant tribute to our nation’s legacy and future. Held in The Woodlands Town Center, this milestone event will honor the spirit of independence through a dynamic procession of […]

Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of America at the Patriot Run this 4th of July! Join us for a fun-filled outdoor run and community celebration honoring America’s 250th birthday. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome to take part in the Patriot Run, followed by a lively Food Festival featuring great local eats, outdoor entertainment, […]

Come visit us and experience what it was like to celebrate the centennial of America in 1876! Walk around and visit with the soldiers and watch as they compete in some of the very sports that the soldiers of Fort McKavett were taking part in 150 years ago. You will see them in a 100 […]

In recognition of America’s 250th Anniversary (the Semiquincentennial), Young County, Texas will host an expanded Independence Day celebration on July 4, 2026, organized by the newly formed nonprofit, Young County Independence Day. This milestone event aligns directly with the goals of Texas America250 by honoring the nation’s founding, celebrating civic pride, and fostering community engagement […]

On this date, we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, which was written using ink made from oak galls. What’s a gall? Stop by and find out! Visit with a Ranger at the Visitor Center to learn about oak galls and iron gall ink. This is the same type of ink the […]

There will be inflatables (including a 22-foot red, white and blue water slide) and giant yard games to allow our children to create lifelong memories of this important event, as well was food trucks, open Splash Park, civic organization booths, the reading of the Declaration of Independence by Daughters of the American Revolution Elizabeth Denton […]

Celebrate Independence Day and America’s 250th Anniversary at the Historic Mineola Wisener Field, proudly celebrating 109 years! Fly in or drive in for a morning of family fun featuring hot coffee, pancakes with all the trimmings, sausage, drinks, sweets, and birthday cake. Children can enjoy seeing the planes up close, while guests of all ages […]