Mattress Mack Lights Up July 4th

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It Started with a Backyard Spark. What began in 2012 as a few fireworks at a family lake house has exploded into one of Lake Travis’ biggest Fourth of July traditions.

When Laura McIngvale Brown (Mattress Mack’s daughter) and friends lit a few small fireworks in the backyard, they couldn’t have guessed what it would turn into. Now it’s a choreographed, 20-minute spectacle sponsored by Gallery Furniture and brought to life by Big Dog Pyro. Today, thousands gather by boat to watch Mattress Mack’s legacy light up the sky. It’s an amazing way to say, “Happy Birthday, America.”

Want to learn more about this event and what else to expect this weekend?

July 4th Event Guide. From fireworks to parades, we’ve got your full guide to celebrating Independence Day Lake Travis style.

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LAGO VISTA LIBERTY DAYS & FIREWORKS SHOW
Start the morning with a run, wave at the floats, and end with fireworks over the lake.
• Firecracker 5K & 10K | Heather Park | 7:30am
• Parade | Dawn Drive | 10am
• Fireworks Show | Bar-K Park | Gates open 6pm, show at dusk
🎟️ July 4, 7:30am-after fireworks | FREE | Info 

STARNES ISLAND FIREWORKS
Hundreds of boats gather each year for this dazzling water-based fireworks show launched from the island - best viewed from the lake, so hop on a boat or party barge for a prime spot.
🎟️ July 3, 9:30pm | Starnes Island, Lake Travis | FREE

VOLENTE BEACH JULY 4TH EXTRAVAGANZA
Three spectacular days of DJs, live music, lakefront BBQ, and fireworks.
• Poolside DJ | 2-7pm
• Live Music | 7-10pm
• Fireworks Show | 9pm
🎟️ July 3-5, 11am-11pm | Volente Beach Resort & Waterpark | $10-$20 | Info 

MATTRESS MACK’S ANNUAL 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS SHOW
Expect boats. Big booms. And one seriously Texas-sized sky show.
🎟️ July 4, 8:30pm | Markers 15 & 16, Lake Travis North Side | FREE

HOT DOG WALLY’S 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Classic cars, live tunes, Tom Arnold, and $1K on the line for hot dog glory.
• Classic Car Show | 11am-1pm
• Hot Dog Eating Contest | 1:30pm
• Live Music | 5pm
• Stand-Up Comedy | 6:30pm
• Special appearance by Lake Travis Fire Dept
🎟️ July 4, 11am-close | Safe Harbor Emerald Point | FREE | Info

LAKEWAY 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION: A GOLDEN LEGACY
Lakeway’s golden anniversary honors 50 years of stars, stripes, and community pride.
• Parade | Lakeway Drive (Live Oak Golf Course) | 8:30am
• Parade End & Reception | Lakeway Activity Center | 9:30am
🎟️ July 4, 8:30am - after parade reception | FREE | Info

HILL COUNTRY GALLERIA INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
Vendors, kids games, live music, and fireworks - the Galleria has never looked so festive.
• School of Rock | 4pm
• CAZAYOUX | 5pm
• Britny Lobas | 6pm
• Joe James | 7pm
• Vallejo | 8pm
• Fireworks Show | After sunset
🎟️ July 4, 4-10pm | Hill Country Galleria | FREE | Info

RED, WHITE, & ROSÉ WEEKEND
Wine, patriotism, and the perfect Hill Country pairing.
🎟️ July 4-6, 12-6pm | Flat Creek Estate Winery & Vineyard | Info

KRAUSE SPRINGS FIREWORKS SHOW
Catch the show from Muleshoe Bend before the gates close or score bonus views from Spicewood Elementary.
🎟️ July 4, 8pm | Krause Springs | FREE

SPICEWOOD 4TH OF JULY PARADE & CELEBRATION
This local celebration brings big heart with a parade and community gathering.
• Parade | Opie’s Barbecue | 9:30am
• Post-Parade Celebration | Spicewood Community Center | 10:30am
🎟️ July 4, dusk | FREE | Info 

12 FOX BEER CO. 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Live music, BBQ, craft brews, and big sparkle.
🎟️ July 4, 12pm | 12 Fox Beer Co. | FREE | Info

DRIPPING SPRINGS FIRE IN THE SKY!
Pack the chairs and load the car as Dripping Springs lights up the sky with a fireworks show you won’t want to miss.
🎟️ July 4, 9:30pm | Dripping Springs Park Ranch | $15-$20 parking | Info

KG BBQ: JULY 4TH HONKY TONK OASIS
Whether you're two-stepping or lounging by the pool, expect tasty eats, live tunes, and all the red, white & blue vibes you can handle.
🎟️ July 4, 11:30am-7pm | Mystic Sky Ranch | $55 | Info 

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SUMMER MOVIE NIGHTS | July 4, 8-9:30pm | Frontyard Brewing | FREE | Info 
Brew in hand, stars overhead, and The Sandlot on the big screen - it’s summer nostalgia, upgraded.

ART UNDER THE AWNING | July 5, 10am-12pm | Vista Framing & Art | FREE | Info 
A laid-back, open studio hangout where creatives can make and mingle.

SPA, SIP, & UNWIND | July 9, 5-7pm | Lake Austin Spa Resort | $50 | Info 
Glow up and wind down with wine, bites, and live music.

CONTENT COLLECTIVE | July 10, 11am | North Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce | FREE | Info 
Networking for content creators who understand that community beats algorithms every time.

CRAFT A BIRDHOUSE | July 8, 2-3:30pm | Bee Cave Library | FREE | Info 
Put your DIY skills to work to build homes for feathered friends.

FRIOS GOURMET POPSICLES | July 8, 2-3pm | Lake Travis Library | FREE | Info 
Cool off with handcrafted pops.

CHESS AT THE LIBRARY | July 8, 3:30-5pm | Spicewood Library | FREE | Info Strategic thinking practice for future grandmasters and current beginners alike.

LAKE TRAVIS LIBRARY BOOK MOBILE: MORNING STORY HOUR | July 9, 10-11am | Winston's ATX | FREE | Info 
This mobile story time brings the library straight to your latte.

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What are your plans for the 4th?

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Last week’s poll results are in:
Where did you grow up?

The results are in and it’s safe to say Midwest charm is alive and well around Lake Travis:

  • Midwest – 45%

  • Texas – 27%

  • Northeast – 18%

  • West Coast – 9%

Where your neighbors are from:

“Britt, IA – National Hobo Capital of the World… and super small town”

“Los Angeles, CA”

“Houston (K–12), UT Austin, and now Hill Country for 30 years”

“Lakeway for 17 years, now Lago Vista—13 and counting”

“Illinois and Iowa”

July 3rd - 6th

ANGEL’S ICEHOUSE (Spicewood)
Friday: Blake Robert Band | 7pm
Saturday: Aname’ Rose | 7pm
Sunday: Shawn Matthews | 12-4pm

Beachside Billy’s (Volente)
Thursday: Garcia and Kopriva | 7pm
Friday: Hourglass | 7pm
Saturday: The Petty Players | 7pm

INFAMOUS BREWING COMPANY (Hudson Bend)
Saturday: Branded Outlaw 1:30-4:30pm | Let Flo Go 7-9pm
Sunday: Skeeter Van Meter | 11-2pm

IRON WOLF RANCH & DISTILLERY (Spicewood)
Saturday: Garrett Jay Brown | 2-5pm

JESTER KING (Dripping Springs)
Friday: Matthew Payne | 5-7pm
Saturday: Beth Lee 12-2pm | Moving Blues 5-8pm
Sunday: Righteous Intonation | 12-3pm

JULES DESIGN BAR (Bee Cave)
Friday: Brian Andrew Lee | 8-Late
Saturday: Benji Lamar | 8-10pm

LUCKY RABBIT (Jonestown)
Friday: Jeff Hobbs & American Horse | 7-10pm
Saturday: North of Luck | 7-10pm
Sunday: Peyton Day | 2-5pm

THE LIGHTHOUSE (Spicewood)
Friday: Ange K Band | 6-9pm
Saturday: Johnny Lee & Arctic Blues | 6-9pm

THE OASIS (Lake Travis)
Friday: Last of the Petty Cash | 7-10pm
Saturday: Vegas Stars | 7-10pm
Sunday: Stereomonde | 7-10pm

POODIE’S ROADHOUSE (Spicewood)
Thursday: Kim Meeks 6pm | TG Express with Tom Gillman 8pm
Friday: A Wright 8pm | Mescalaros 10pm
Saturday: Rochelle & The Sidewinders 8pm | Zachary Burnett & The Washed Up Kids 10:30pm
Sunday: Pearl Snaps 4pm | Tasmin & Tim 7:30pm

STEINER RANCH STEAKHOUSE (Steiner Ranch)
Thursday: Robert Wagner | 6-9pm
Friday: Howlin’ Waters | 6-9pm

FORE YOUR INFO!
That construction by Lago Vista Golf Course is a city project giving the water system a much-needed glow-up.

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