Central Texas celebrates Independence Day at Belton 4th of July Parade

BELTON, Texas — The 4th of July means many things to Americans, fireworks, independence, hot dogs and more, but to many Central Texans, the 4th of July means Belton's annual 4th of July Parade .

Every Independence Day, Central Texans young and old gather in Belton to watch the famous parade work its way through downtown.

According to the Belton Chamber of Commerce , an estimated 30,000+ people line the streets to watch as the 100-year tradition travels along from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor to the Bell County Courthouse to the Belton Police Memorial.

Beginning with a "Patriotic Program" at 8 a.m., the theme of this year's parade was "100 years of the Rodeo", celebrating the annual PRCA Rodeo in Belton, which also kicks off on July 4 and runs through July 6.

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The parade was the centerpiece of a week full of special events in Belton , beginning with a Downtown Street Party on June 29 and continuing with a carnival, a festival on Nolan Creek and a Backyard Party at Schoepf's Bar-B-Que to wrap up the holiday celebrations.

More on the 4th of July celebrations in Belton can be found at this link . Those interested in the rodeo can find more information here .

Looking for other 4th of July celebrations around Central Texas? A full list of local events can be found at this link .

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