{"id":337119,"date":"2026-06-15T15:35:07","date_gmt":"2026-06-15T15:35:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/337119\/"},"modified":"2026-06-15T15:35:07","modified_gmt":"2026-06-15T15:35:07","slug":"stars-stripes-on-houston-street-celebrates-americas-250th-birthday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/337119\/","title":{"rendered":"Stars & Stripes on Houston Street celebrates America\u2019s 250th birthday"},"content":{"rendered":"

SAN ANTONIO \u2013 San Antonio\u2019s Independence Day tradition is back and bigger than ever. <\/p>\n

On Saturday, July 4, 2026, Stars & Stripes on Houston Street brings a full day of music, food and patriotic celebration to the heart of downtown, culminating at Civic Park at Hemisfair \u2014 all in honor of America\u2019s 250th birthday, with free admission for the parade, food & music festival and fireworks!<\/p>\n

Schedule of events<\/p>\n

The celebration runs from morning to night, with something for everyone:<\/p>\n

Downtown 5K \u2014 8:30 a.m. Lace up and start your Fourth of July with a run through downtown.<\/p>\n

Independence Day Parade \u2014 10:00 a.m. The signature parade marches down Houston Street, featured as part of ABC\u2019s national Fourth of July broadcast.<\/p>\n

Food & Music Festival \u2014 10:00 a.m. The first-ever Stars & Stripes Food & Music Festival kicks off at Civic Park at Hemisfair with live music and local food, retail and artisan vendors.<\/p>\n

Downtown Spectacular \u2014 9:00 p.m. The day closes with an evening spectacular to light up downtown. <\/p>\n

Event Details<\/p>\n

What: Stars & Stripes on Houston Street \u2014 Independence Day Parade and Food & Music Festival <\/p>\n

When: Saturday, July 4, 2026 <\/p>\n

Where: Houston Street and Civic Park at Hemisfair, downtown San Antonio <\/p>\n

More info: onhoustonstreet.com\/starsandstripes<\/a><\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re marching in the parade, honoring our Medal of Honor recipients along Houston Street, or celebrating with friends and family at Civic Park, Stars & Stripes on Houston Street is the place to be this Fourth of July. See you downtown!<\/p>\n

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