Fourth of July Fun Close to Home in Harper's Preserve
Living in Harper’s Preserve means living near some of the most exciting fourth of July activities in the state of Texas. The whole family is sure to enjoy these star-spangled activities, all within minutes of Harper’s Preserve.
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
Star-Spangled Salute
The Houston Symphony’s Star-Spangled Salute, conducted by Michael Krajewski. The concert features a selection of patriotic favorites, American Classics, sing-alongs, and of course, Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture” complete with cannons from atop the hill. The concert begins at 8 p.m. at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, and admission is FREE. Gates open at 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Fourth of July Parade
Wake up early on Wednesday, July 4, 2012, put on your red, white and blue and get a prime viewing spot for the exciting South County Fourth of July Parade. The 1.3-mile parade begins and ends at The Woodlands United Methodist Church, and this year’s theme is “Sweet Land of Liberty.” The parade begins at 9 a.m., with marching bands, fire engines, clowns, horses and many exciting commercial floats. A tent will be set up in front of The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion for senior citizens and the physically challenged to obtain relief from the summer heat. Roads will be closed during the parade.
Red, Hot & Blue Festival and Fireworks Extravaganza
Head to Town Green Park and Waterway Square along The Woodlands Waterway® for the 15th Annual Red, Hot & Blue Festival on Wednesday, July 4, 2012, from 6 to 10 p.m., produced by The Woodlands Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Enjoy a festival filled with live music, face painting, strolling performers, games, hot dog and watermelon eating contests, vendor booths, concessions and much more! Coolers are not allowed inside Waterway Square or Town Green Park for the Red, Hot & Blue Festival. The best fireworks viewing location is along The Woodlands Waterway®. Fireworks will begin at dusk (weather permitting). For more information, please visit www.redhotblue.org.
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