Are you looking for a unique way to celebrate our nation’s birthday on Independence Day? Then why not come to Lake Travis, northwest of Austin, Texas. Lake Travis is a famous playground reservoir located on the Colorado River 32 miles from Austin in the Texas Hill Country.
The lake’s clear waters, fishing, and recreational activities have made it a popular destination all year round. However, the best time to come to Lake Travis during summer is during the 4th of July celebrations.
There will be many activities taking place at lake Travis Independence Day celebrations this year, including parades, music, and fireworks.
For Independence Day 2021, you can watch fireworks shows over Lake Travis at Lago Vista, Lakeway, and Volente Beach Resorts on Starnes Island.
The City of Lakeway celebrates Independence Day in great style. You are invited to join in and enjoy the city’s famous old-fashioned Independence Day celebrations with a wide variety of events for the whole family.
The 3-day celebrations will start with a grand fireworks display on Friday July 2nd 2021 at 9.30 P.M next to the Rough Hollow Elementary. There will be plenty of food and entertainment in different venues across the city.
Starnes Island has planned to hold the biggest fireworks show on Lake Travis this year. The island is just offshore from Beachside Billy’s and VIP Marina.
They have been hosting great 4th of July fireworks on the lake for years. The 2021 event is sponsored by Volente Beach Resort.
The fireworks show will start at dusk on Friday July 2nd 2021. To get the best view of the show, come by boat but arrive early because there may well be over 1,000 boats surrounding the island on that evening.
You can also watch the fireworks from hilltops around the lake in the Volente area or simply get a front-row seat at the resort.
A little off the lake, you can enjoy a spectacular fireworks show for Independece Day in Cedar Park, Texas.
Head up river for some day-of fireworks on the 4th of July itself in Krause Springs. Make sure to buy your passes in advance!
This year’s Lago Vista celebrations will be held on Saturday July 3rd 2021. The Lago Vista 4th of July Council welcomes you to join them in celebration of America’s freedom with a full day of exciting activities for the whole family.
The events include a 5k, a flag-waving parade, a festival in the main Lago Vista Park, and fireworks after dusk.
Conclusion
Lake Travis 4th of July celebration takes place all weekend. There will be many activities taking place all around the lake.
The major spectacle will, however, be the fireworks show over the lake. You can conveniently get clear views of the fireworks from the water by renting a boat or joining others in a party barge.
If you prefer to view the fireworks from land, there are many Lake Travis restaurants with vantage views or simply get to one of the great parks on Lake Travis, such as Windy Point Park, Arkansas Bend Park, Camp Creek Park, and Cypress Creek Park just to mention a few.
Wherever you watch the fireworks from, be prepared to have the experience of a lifetime in Lake Travis.