I Heart America
I Heart America
Celebrate Independence Day with live music, family activities, great food and a fireworks show at the City of College Station's free I Heart America Fourth of July Celebration at the Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater.
This year's celebration features a special America 250 observance and a headline performance by the Josh Abbott Band, one of Texas country's most acclaimed acts. Known for its electrifying live shows, seven studio albums and three RIAA Gold-certified singles, the band has earned national recognition while staying true to its independent Texas roots.
Festivities begin at 7 p.m. with gates opening and complimentary watermelon and sausages on a stick available while supplies last. Guests also can enjoy food vendors, additional family activities and a fireworks display choreographed to patriotic music.
Saturday, July 4, 2026
7 p.m. - Gates open
7:30 p.m. - Welcome Remarks
8 p.m. - Josh Abbott Band
9:30 p.m. - Fireworks
Event Details
- Holleman Drive East will be closed from State Highway 6 to Dartmouth Street.
- Free parking is available at Post Oak Mall, with accessible parking available near Colgate Drive.
- Guests may bring refreshments. Kegs and glass containers are prohibited. Coolers must be 48 quarts or smaller. Food and beverages also will be available for purchase from food vendors.
- Lawn chairs are welcome except in designated blanket-only seating areas.
- Smoking is prohibited in the main seating area. Designated smoking areas will be available.
- Pets, personal fireworks, tents, canopies and drones are not permitted.
- Parents and guardians should keep children with them at all times.
- In the event of inclement weather or an emergency, please use designated exits and follow staff instructions.
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Red, White and Splash
Celebrate Independence Day at Adamson Lagoon with an evening swim, yard games and family fun from 7:30—10 p.m. on Saturday, July 4. The event is free, with capacity limited to 400 swimmers. Guests attending public swim before 7:30 p.m. may remain in the facility without reentry. Fireworks from the I Heart America Celebration can be viewed from the pool at 9:30 p.m. All pool rules apply, and inflatables and alcohol are not permitted.
Sponsored By:
Parks & Recreation Department
1000 Krenek Tap Road
College Station, TX 77840
(8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays)
979.764.3486
parks@cstx.gov
Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate America's birthday with family and friends while enjoying live music, community spirit and one of the Brazos Valley's premier fireworks displays.