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Facts about 4th of July – History & Tradition

According to Wikipedia – Independence Day (colloquially the Fourth of July) is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the Declaration of Independence, which was ratified by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776.

The Second Continental Congress declared that the Thirteen Colonies were no longer subject (and subordinate) to the monarch of Britain, King George III, and were now united, free, and independent states.^[1] The Congress voted to approve independence on July 2 and adopted the Declaration of Independence two days later, on July 4.^[1]

4th of July is marked by political speeches, ceremonies, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family reunions, and other public and private festivities honoring American history, culture, and customs!

4th July Holiday Celebration: Decoration Ideas for Independence Day

There are plenty of ways to get into the 4th July mode with decorations both inside and outside the house.

4th July Decorations Outside the House

Hanging flags in the front yard and back yard is an easy way to decorate for Independence Day. You can also use Red White and Blue candle holders, vases and patio chairs!

For those that are even more adventurous, think about painting stars in your backyard, on the fence, and even on the lawn!

4th July decorations inside the house

Plenty of Independence Day ideas for indoor decorations as well including red, white and blue towels, trays and dinner plates.

Finally, if you enjoy baking there cannot be anything better than red, white and blue cupcakes to commemorate the occasion.

4th July Events in Houston: Parade, Concerts, Fests and Parties

There’s always a lot going on in Houston as far as 4th July events are concerned. There are parades, pool parties, Independence Day concerts, bbq celebrations and more!

4th July Parades in Houston

For a lot of people 4th of July is as much about parades as it is fireworks. Luckily for us in Houston, there is a lot to choose from. Bellaire, Baytown, Woodlands are just some of the cities that have highly popular Independence Day parades.

Galveston Island is another great place for July 4th parade. The procession featuring a variety of floats, decorated vehicles and performers takes place on the famed Seawall Boulevard!

4th July Concerts in Houston

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion always has an Independence Day concert that is attended by hundreds of people. Other places that usually have live music include Baytown, Valley Ranch, Sugar Land and City Center.