4th of July in Austin
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Guide to 4th of July in Austin

Check out our guide to having the best 4th of July in Austin, including events, fireworks, BBQ and more
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Summer in Austin means a few things: scorching heat, afternoons spent in the water and a rousing 4th of July celebration. Everyone has their own tradition, but whether you spend the holiday drinking at Austin's best dive bars or getting in a solid workout with one of Austin's best hikes, there's plenty to do (and eat and drink) throughout the day. Check out our guide to summer's biggest holiday and have your best 4th of July in Austin yet. 

Things to do on 4th of July in Austin

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The best day trips from Austin
Things to do

The best day trips from Austin

Carve out 24 hours for a quality day trip from Austin and head to any of the fun-filled spots on this list.