2008 Texas Fourth of July Celebrations

If you happen to be heading to Texas over Fourth of July weekend, you'll have no shortage of Independence Day activities to choose from. In fact, since the Fourth falls on a Friday this year, it will be a true 'Fourth of July Weekend.' Here is a small sample of what's on tap in Texas for the Fourth of July.

Thursday, July 3

Granbury's July 4 Celebration begins Thursday and continues through Sunday. The event includes a car show, tractor pull, ranch rodeo, children's games, arts & crafts, parade and fireworks display.

Friday, July 4

The Austin Symphony Orchestra will be performing their annual Fourth of July Fireworks & Symphony at Auditorium Shores.

Buda's Red, White & Buda event showcases a variety of children's activities, craft booths, washer pitching contest, tug-of-war, parade, fireworks and entertainment.

Colorado City's July 4 Celebration will include water games, fireworks and a variety of other entertainment.

Dripping Springs' annual Fire in the Sky Fourth of July Celebration features music, children's activities, arts & crafts, and, of course, fireworks.

Houston's celebration, the Chevy Freedom Over Texas Fourth of July Celebration at Eleanor Tinsley Park features a fireworks display and live music from Sara Evans, Miranda Lambert and Jo Dee Messina. The fireworks display is being billed as the 'largest land-based fireworks show in the nation.'

Luckenbach will be hosting their annual July 4th Luckenbach Family Picnic, which includes entertainment, games, food and more.