Summer | Gates Ranch

Although you can do it anytime, summer is the perfect time to tour the Blue Bell Creamery, famous throughout Texas for scrumdiddlyumptious ice cream.
The Chappell Hill 4th of July Parade bills itself as “Best Small Town Parade in America” and features floats, cowboys, antique cars and the renowned Marching Kazoo Band.
H-E-B Presents “Fireworks-on-the-Brazos” July 4 at the birthplace of Texas—Barrington Farm, Independence Hall and Star of the Republic Museum.
Celebrate Independence Day in Independence, Texas with a parade, trail ride, street dance and fireworks. Call the Independence General Store for information: 979-836-4211.