1 / Enjoy Star-Spangled Fest
Gather your friends and family to view the glowing fireworks that light up the Austin sky. The vibrant spectacle features live music, food trucks, bars, and market vendors. For more Fourth of July weekend events in Austin, click here. July 4, 5 p.m., 900 W. Riverside Drive
2 / Chow Down at Hot Dog Eating Contests
It’s the perfect time to display your skills in a gastronomic showdown! This weekend, LeRoy and Lewis is hosting hot dog and apple pie eating contests (July 4), Nickel City has a coney dog eating challenge (July 4), and Mohawk will feature a hot dog eating showdown (July 3). Various times and locations
3 / Dress Up Like a Pirate at Shipwreck’d
Ahoy, mateys: A new pirate-themed bar debuts in downtown Austin this week. Shipwreck’d features a moody maritime hideaway with seafaring decor and swashbuckler-worthy drinks and bites. The pop-up will be open at The Eleanor through Aug. 30. Various times, 307 W. Fifth St.
4 / Hang With Willie Nelson at the 4th of July Picnic
Celebrate red, white, and blue with the Red Headed Stranger himself. Willie Nelson headlines this annual event, which will feature performances by Wilco, Sheryl Crow, Billy Strings, Margo Price, and other artists. July 4, 4 p.m., 9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd., Del Valle
5 / Jam Out at the Rancho Moonrise Fourth of July Music Festival
Crack open a cold one and kick it poolside as Rancho Moonrise hosts its annual honky tonk music festival. Savor Rolling Smoke BBQ and tacos, learn how to two-step with Native Texan Two Step, shop vintage finds at the vendor market, listen to live music, or just chill out in the Lone Star Lounge. July 4, 20117 Lockwood Road, Manor
6 / Come Out of Your Shell at Launderette’s Lobster & Friends
Relish a seafood boil in person or to-go as Launderette hosts its annual Lobster & Friends celebration. This one-day-only menu features a lobster boil with shrimp, sausage, clams, corn, and potatoes, plus family-style sides,and a choice of strawberry cheesecake, soft serve sundae, or key lime pie. Yum! July 3, various times, 2115 Holly St.
7 / Cut a Rug at the Carpenter Family Reunion
Carpenter Hotel and The White Horse are joining forces for an epic day of live music, dance lessons, cold drinks, and (of course) plenty of hot dogs and hamburgers. The event will include performances by Tate Mayeux, Sydney Ann Conklin, and Jenny & the Corn Ponies. July 4, 1 p.m., 400 Josephine St.
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