WEDNESDAY, JULY 1
• Wagon Rides, Campfires & S'mores, Flying L Ranch Resort, 830-796-7745. Enjoy wagon rides, campfires, s'mores and family-friendly fun in the Texas Hill Country.
• Archaeologist Camp, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Medina Community Library, 830-589 2825. Hands-on archaeology activities introduce children to artifact exploration, excavations and teamwork.
• Author Visit, 5-6 p.m., Bandera Kronkosky Public Library, 830-796-4213. Meet local author, artist and naturalist Michael P. Earney during a special presentation.
• Steak Night, 6 p.m., 11th Street Cowboy Bar, 830-796 4849. Bring your favorite cut of meat and grill it yourself at this weekly Bandera tradition.
THURSDAY, JULY 2
• Wagon Rides, Campfires & S'mores, Flying L Ranch Resort, 830-796-7745. Family-friendly evening featuring wagon rides and campfire treats.
• Archaeologist Camp, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Medina Community Library, 830-589 2825. Interactive archaeology camp for children.
• Fourth of July Weekend Music Lineup, 2 p.m., The Longhorn at Way Back Texas. Four days of live music, food and patriotic fun continue through July 5.
FRIDAY, JULY 3
• Fourth of July Weekend Lineup, 11th Street Cowboy Bar, 830-796-4849. Celebrate Independence Day weekend with live music, dancing and cowboy hospitality.
• Wagon Rides, Campfires & S'mores, Flying L Ranch Resort, 830-796-7745. Evening family activities and campfire fun.
• July First Friday Sip N Shop, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Texas Salt Co., 830-370-9438. Shop local, enjoy complimentary samples and receive 15% off in-store and online purchases.
• Celebrate Independence Day at the Museum, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Bandera Natural History & Art Museum, 830-328-5090. Paid admission includes a free hot dog meal while guests explore museum exhibits.
• Fourth of July Weekend Music Lineup, 1 p.m., The Longhorn at Way Back Texas. Live entertainment continues throughout the holiday weekend.
• First Friday Sip & Shop, 4-8 p.m., Texas Salt Co., 830-370-9438. Enjoy refreshments, shopping specials and downtown festivities.
• First Friday Fish Fry, 5 p.m., St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, 830-460-4712. The Knights of Columbus host their monthly community fish fry.
• Riding on Faith Rodeo, 6 p.m., Mansfield Park Rodeo Arena. Weekly rodeo series features bull riding, barrel racing and family entertainment.
• Randy & Willie, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Wild West Bar & Grill at Flying L Ranch Resort, 830-796-7746. Live country music.
SATURDAY, JULY 4
• 30th Annual Pet Parade, Bandera City Park. Pets of all kinds are invited to participate in this annual Independence Day tradition.
• Fourth of July Celebration with Johnny Saxx, Monte Alteza Tapas & Wine Garden, 210-889-1000. Enjoy live music, free hot dogs and patriotic festivities.
• Fourth of July Weekend Lineup, 11th Street Cowboy Bar, 830-796-4849. Holiday weekend entertainment continues.
• Bandera Market Day, Courthouse Lawn. Browse local vendors, artisans and handcrafted goods.
• Wagon Rides, Campfires & S'mores, Flying L Ranch Resort, 830-796-7745. Family-friendly outdoor fun.
• Cowboys on Main, 10 a.m. and noon, Western Trail Heritage Park. Experience Old West demonstrations and cowboy heritage.
• Lakehills Fourth of July Celebration, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., American Legion Post 410, 830-751-3711. Annual parade, barbecue and live music.
• Fourth of July Celebration, noon-7 p.m., Pipe Creek Dancehall, 210-854-6577. Celebrate with live music, vendors, food and family activities.
• Fourth of July Parade & Market Days, noon, Main Street, Bandera. Patriotic parade and community festivities in downtown Bandera.
• Fourth of July Weekend Music Lineup, 1 p.m., The Longhorn at Way Back Texas. Holiday weekend entertainment continues.
SUNDAY, JULY 5
• Sunday Horseback Ride & Chuckwagon Breakfast, 9-11 a.m., Major Hope Corral, 830-328-2203. Guided horseback ride and cowboy breakfast; reservations required.
• Fourth of July Weekend Music Lineup, 2 p.m., The Longhorn at Way Back Texas. Final day of the holiday music celebration.
TUESDAY, JULY 7
• Wagon Rides, Campfires & S'mores, Flying L Ranch Resort, 830-796-7745. Enjoy an evening of wagon rides, campfires and s'mores.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 8
• Wagon Rides, Campfires & S'mores, Flying L Ranch Resort, 830-796-7745. Family-friendly outdoor fun.
• Steak Night, 6 p.m., 11th Street Cowboy Bar, 830-796 4849. Grill your own steak at this weekly tradition.
THURSDAY, JULY 9
• Wagon Rides, Campfires & S'mores, Flying L Ranch Resort, 830-796-7745. Evening wagon rides and campfire treats.
• Summer Reading Program, 10:30 a.m., Bandera Kronkosky Public Library. Weekly themed summer reading activities for children.
• Zeke's Night, 6:30 p.m., First National Ice Haus, 646-734 9754. Monthly songwriter showcase featuring local and regional musicians.
FRIDAY, JULY 10
• Bandera Chamber of Commerce 2nd Annual BBQ Cook-Off, Pioneer RV River Resort, 830-796-3751. Two-day barbecue competition featuring more than $12,000 in prizes.
• Wagon Rides, Campfires & S'mores, Flying L Ranch Resort, 830-796-7745. Family-friendly evening activities.
• Riding on Faith Rodeo, 6 p.m., Mansfield Park Rodeo Arena. Weekly summer rodeo series.
SATURDAY, JULY 11
• Bandera Chamber of Commerce 2nd Annual BBQ Cook-Off, Pioneer RV River Resort, 830-796-3751. Final day of the barbecue competition.
• Monthly Shooting Matches, Bandera Gun Club, 210-287 3785. Monthly shooting competition open to all experience levels.
• Wagon Rides, Campfires & S'mores, Flying L Ranch Resort, 830-796-7745. Evening family activities.
• Lakehills Artisan Village & Produce Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 210-260-2323. Shop fresh produce, handmade goods and local artisan products.
• Cowboys on Main, 10 a.m. and noon, Western Trail Heritage Park. Weekly Old West demonstrations.
• Bandera Gunfighters, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., Rattlesnake Ridge. Family-friendly Old West shootout reenactments.
• Texas Critters Nature Talk, 11 a.m., River Oaks Courts, 830-246-2220. Learn about the Northern Bobwhite quail and horned lizard during this monthly presentation.
• Mary Alice Hendricks, 6 p.m., Monte Alteza Tapas & Wine Garden, 210-889-1000. Enjoy an evening of live cello music.
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