America 250 events
This page is an effort to compile a list of America250 events in Wise County. Questions about individual events should be directed to the host organization. If your organization is hosting an America250 event and you would like it listed here, please e-mail cojudge@co.wise.tx.us.
July 2
Victory's Fireworks Over Decatur
Make sure you join us on July 2nd, as we celebrate our nation's 250th birth day and independence with the largest firework show in Wise County! We will have bounce houses, water slides, food trucks, dessert trucks, snow cones, & more! Make sure to bring your lawn chair and blanket. The fun kicks off at 7pm, so bring a lawn chair and a picnic blanket and great ready for the biggest show in the country!
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/share/1L8gjkgejX/
July 3
Kick off Independence Day weekend and help celebrate America250 with a visit to the Historic Wise County Courthouse!
Join us for a special Open House on Friday, July 3, from 4:30–6:30 p.m. and experience one of Texas’ architectural treasures firsthand. Explore the beautifully restored courthouse, admire the craftsmanship of generations past and present, and discover the stories that helped shape Wise County.
Photos and descriptions can only tell part of the story- you truly need to see it for yourself. From the soaring atrium to the restored historic details throughout the building, this is a unique opportunity to experience the courthouse as it was originally intended to be seen.
This is a self-guided, come-and-go event. We hope you’ll stop by as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday and the preservation of a landmark that has served Wise County for more than 130 years.
July 11
Boyd America Bash
Boyd Bash:
Date & Time: Saturday, July 11 from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Boyd High School (700 Knox Ave.)
Parking & Entrance are FREE for all*
*(purchases from food trucks are optional for attendees)*
Events/Activities:
Food Trucks including Sno Cones and Popsicles
Bounce Houses (wet and dry)
Bubble Party
Face Painting and Henna Artists
Family Games
Free Popcorn and Water
Cooling Stations
DJ Marcus
FIREWORKS!!!
We will also have our 2nd annual Boyd Police Motorcycle Rodeo benefitting the Boyd Angel Tree. Activities at the Police Rodeo include Motors Officers showcasing their skills and talents on multiple courses.
We will also be celebrating America 250 with a photo booth set with decorations, a Boyd Community timeline with Boyd tie-ins, free t-shirts, a community message board, and giveaways throughout the event!
Contact: Daniel Bourgeois, City of Boyd
July 13
Red, White, and Blue Bicycle Parade
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AeLNdwcHH/
July 18
Butterfield Stage Days, Bridgeport
Contact: Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce
September 12
America250 Parade and Street Dance
Decatur Town Square
Hosted by Decatur Chamber of Commerce
September 26
Paradise Main Street Festival and Car Show
Details TBA