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There are several ways Colorado County residents recognize and celebrate the day the U.S. declared its freedom from the British Empire in 1776. Since then, part of the celebration has included fireworks, barbecues and pool parties as the country unites on the Fourth of July.
These celebrations will continue this year as there are several ways residents can join together to recognize the establishment of the United States and a major turning point in world history.
The Eagle Lake Chamber of Commerce is preparing to host a fireworks show tonight, Wednesday, July 3 on Calhoun Road for the residents to get into the patriotic spirit leading into Independence Day. The fireworks show begins at 9:15 p.m., with supplementary music scheduled to be played on 89.9 FM during the event.
In Columbus, the annual Independence Day Celebration is once again being hosted by the Columbus Chamber of Commerce on July 4. The Columbus City Pool at 102 Legion Circle will be open from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., free for all residents thanks to sponsorship by James Janik and Texas Farm Bureau Insurance. The celebration includes a parade that begins at 7:30 p.m. The Children and Pet Parade registration starts at 7 p.m., and the rest of the parade participants begin lining up at 7:15 p.m.
The Columbus High School stadium will open at 8:45 p.m. in preparation for the HEB sponsored fireworks show at 9:15 p.m.
Sheridan will also be a host of a fireworks display after an all-day celebration at Splashway Waterpark. The park at 5211 Main St. will be open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. as they have requested families who attend to take their most patriotic swimsuits and gear. After the park closes, Splashway is hosting a separate celebration at the hideaway as they prepare for their own fireworks show at the end of the night.
