Happy weekend, friends! Thanks to the 4th of July being on a Tuesday this year, we hope you’re getting an extra long weekend to celebrate and enjoy lake life to its fullest!
Before we dive into weekend events in the Lake Travis area, let’s take a quick look back …
On Wednesday, Cathy gave you the lowdown on the latest buzz in the Lake Travis area including the ground breaking at The Backyard, a peek at Gumbo’s on the Lake and a safety reminder about small pets.
There’s plenty to do and see in Lake Travis this weekend and make sure you read our “Save the Date” section for July 4th events. Have fun and stay safe, LTers!
Friday, June 30
Sweet Treats at Frost Bank with complimentary snow cones and popsicles (2:30pm-5:30pm)
Bluegrass Musician Matt Bradshaw at Lake Travis Community Library (4pm)
Lago Vista Farmers Market at the Lago Vista Village Shopping Center (2:30pm-6:30pm)
Hoppy Hour at Infamous Brewing Company (4pm-9pm)
Summer Hours at Lakeway Swim Center (leisure pool opens at noon)
Ashley Youngstrom at Table 620 H-E-B Lakeway (6pm)
Pictures at Steiner Ranch Steakhouse (7pm)
Karaoke with Raden Hughes at LT Corner Pub (9pm-1am)
Two Tons of Steel with Sun Radio at The Oasis (7pm) and LC Rocks at The Starlight Terrace (7pm)
Friday Night Live Music Lineup at Poodie’s Roadhouse in Spicewood — Jennifer B & The Groove (7:30pm), Guy Forsyth Blues Band (9:30pm)
Myles & The Longshots at Angel’s Icehouse in Spicewood (7:30pm)
Jo Hell Band Live Recording at Rumi’s in Jonestown (9pm)
Deadeye (Grateful Dead Tribute Band) at Mercer Street Dancehall (8:30pm)
Live Music at The Rusty Mule (7:30pm-10:30pm)
Saturday, July 1
Bowling with the Pros (VIP event) at High 5 hosted by Fair Catch Foundation (5pm-7pm)
Family Story Time at Lake Travis Community Library (10:30-11:30am)
Regular Summer Hours at Lakeway Swim Center (leisure pool opens at noon)
Tour & Tasting at Infamous Brewing Company (1pm-9pm)
Top Choice (7pm at Starlight Terrace) and Psychic Cowboys at The Oasis (7pm)
Matt Wilson Band at Steiner Ranch Steakhouse (7pm)
Shelton Ray Band at Angel’s Icehouse in Spicewood (7pm)
The Mighty Pelicans at Rumi’s Tavern in Jonestown (9pm)
Saturday Night Live Music Lineup at Poodie’s Roadhouse in Spicewood — Travis Green (8pm), James McMurtry(10pm)
Weldon Henson at Mercer Street Dancehall (8:30pm)
Live Music at The Rusty Mule (7:30pm-10:30pm)
Sunday, July 2
Tasting Room at Spicewood Vineyards (noon-5pm)
Tasting Room at El Gaucho Winery (12:30pm-7pm)
The Brew at The Oasis (7pm)
Local Hero Sunday at High 5 — Free hour of bowling and other discounts for military and veterans (with ID), police, fire & rescue (after 6pm)
Lone Star Farmers Market in the Shops at the Galleria (10am-2pm)
Tour & Tasting at Infamous Brewing Company (noon-6pm)
Shawn Mathews at Angel’s Icehouse (noon-4pm)
Sunday Live Music Lineup Poodie’s Roadhouse in Spicewood — Carl Hutchens (4pm), Honky-Tonk Red (7:30pm)
Get out of town
Book now through July 5th –– Omni Barton Creek will be hosting the ultimate Fourth of July bash this year with the resort’s “Freedom of the Fourth” package: luxurious accommodations, special red, white and blue welcome amenity, two tickets to the Fourth of July BBQ on Monday, July 3 and access to the best view of the spectacular fireworks show on Monday, July 3.
Fredericksburg is buzzing with events this weekend in honor of July 4th! The recently renovated National Museum of the Pacific War’s WWII Pacific Combat Program will bring history to life on Saturday & Sunday (10:30am). Pedernales Cellars and Rosewood Winery are hosting special celebrations on Saturday. Then, on July 4th there will be parade with flyover on Main Street (10am), a chili cookoff at Becker Vineyards (10am-6pm) and a fireworks show after dark at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park.
Weekday happenings
Free Summer Kids Camp every Tuesday at Moviehouse & Eatery — first-come, first-serve free tickets (starting at 9am, show starts at 10am)
Texas Songwriters Showcase every Monday at Poodie’s Roadhouse in Spicewood (6:30pm)
Preschool Story Time at Lake Travis Community Library every Monday (10:30am)
Traditional Irish Music Sessions at LT Corner Pub every Tuesday (7pm-9:30pm)
Save the date
Tuesday, July 4 — It’s an all-day Fourth of July celebration in Lakeway with a festive parade (8:30am), Pageantry of Flags program (10:30am) and the Lakeway Swim Center will be open with special pricing (noon-8pm)
Tuesday, July 4 — Hill Country Galleria will host their annual Independence Day Celebration in the new Central Plaza Pavillion. Bring chairs and blankets and enjoy live music starting at 6:30pm with The Watters and then Vallejo takes the stage at 7:45pm. After the sun sets, fireworks start around 9pm.
Thursday, July 6 — July Wine Walk at Hill Country Galleria starting at Twin Liquors (5pm-9pm)
Thursday, July 6 — Bellamy Brothers Dinner Concert at Steiner Ranch Steakhouse, 8pm — call for package details and reservations, 512-381-0800
Monday, July 10 — Take a break from the heat at Lakeway’s Big Band Bash in the air conditioned ballroom at Lakeway Activity Center (8pm-10pm)
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