The Terrell Chamber of Commerce / CVB is excited to announce plans for Terrell’s annual Fourth of July celebration on Sunday, July 4. This year’s event will take place at a new location, Terrell Municipal Airport in cooperation with the No. 1 British Flying Training School Museum.
The annual fireworks display in Terrell has become a family favorite in the area. The Terrell Chamber of Commerce conducts multiple fundraisers each year to make this and other community events possible.
New this year is a mini hot air balloon glow sponsored by the Platinum Collection of Dealerships. Spectators will have the opportunity to take a tethered balloon ride for $20 cash between about 7:15 – 9:15 PM. This attraction is weather permitting.
The Free and the Brave Blowout, hosted by the No. 1 British Flying Training School Museum, will include tours of the museum, food vendors, a live DJ, static aircraft displays, and various kids’ activities. U-Rent-It Sales & Service and American National Bank are providing support for the event. The Chamber will also have a photo booth set up inside the Museum. Stop by to take a selfie and be entered into our photo contest.
The fun starts at 5:00 PM and concludes with the fireworks display that begins at approximately 9:30 PM.
The bicycle and tricycle decorating contest and parade tradition will carry on. The contest is open to children twelve and under. Entry is free and prizes will be awarded to participants. The parade will start at 7:15 p.m.
The King’s Fort Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will perform their traditional flag retirement ceremony. Along with assistance from Boy Scout Troop 390, they will offer the opportunity for attendees to bring their old and tattered American flags for a proper retirement. The ceremony includes “Taps” in echo by bugle player, Don Harrell and his daughter, as well as Mike Ecklund, bagpipe player and National Anthem will be performed by Cilla Wichmann.
“We are excited about this year’s July 4th celebration and the new location,” said Carlton Tidwell, President & CEO, Terrell Chamber of Commerce / CVB. “The change of venue provides a safer environment to shoot fireworks, easier traffic flow, and an opportunity to build this into a bigger event year after year.”
Parking and admission are free. Spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. A map and schedule of events will be published at www.terrelltexas.com prior to the event.
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