The Best Ways to Celebrate a spectacular Fourth of July in College Station

College Station is widely regarded for its bountiful expressions of patriotism. Texas A&M’s vaunted Corps of Cadets and the beautiful Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial exemplify how military duty and honor are embedded in our community’s foundation.

On Independence Day, College Station always takes tremendous pride in celebrating the land of the free and the home of the brave. We encourage you to join us in College Station for these exceptional family-friendly events:

Century Square's Firecracker 5K

Calling all running enthusiasts! Get ready to lace up your sneakers for this 4th of July at Century Square. From 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Brazos Running Company's Firecracker 5K invites runners of all levels to participate in this family-friendly race. Live DJ music and free beverages will be available for all participants. Registration costs $30 per person. Register for the 5K here.

Independence Day Celebration at the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library & Museum

On July 4th, don't miss the opportunity to enjoy free entry to the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library & Museum! The museum will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Have the little ones experience bounce houses, face painting, patriotic crafts, and more from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Although the event is free, it is recommended to RSVP to this Independence Day Celebration.

I Heart America Celebration

Celebrate the 4th of July in true College Station style at I Heart America, the city’s official Independence Day bash at Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater. Enjoy an evening filled with food trucks, music and patriotic fun, capped off by a spectacular fireworks show. Gates open at 7 p.m., with a high-energy concert from Infinite Journey, an international tribute to the legendary band, kicking off at 8. The night ends with a bang at 9:30 as fireworks light up the sky in red, white and wow.

Free parking is available at Post Oak Mall with accessible parking near Colgate Drive. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and coolers (no glass or kegs, please) and get ready to celebrate freedom, community and summer fun under the stars.

More Ways to Enjoy the 4th of July

Looking for other patriotic places in College Station? Make an outdoor excursion to the Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial, where life-sized monuments and panels honor veterans from significant wars of the past. Expand your patriotic activities by checking out The Museum of the American G.I. Explore the museum's vast collection of military vehicles, tanks, weapons, photographs, and other wartime artifacts.

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