June 4 – August 21….TEXAS: Musical
Drama in Palo Duro Canyon –
A Lone Horseman, carrying the flag of the great
state of Texas appears atop a 600 foot cliff,
signaling the beginning of the most spectacular
outdoor musical drama in the world. With a burst
of fireworks and a moving swell of the music,
the horseman gallops away. Suddenly, a cast of
more than 60 actors, singers and dancers takes
the stage to kick off the show that millions of
fans from all around the world have come to see.
Only a state as big as Texas could host a show
as big as TEXAS! The beautiful Pioneer Amphitheatre,
carved out of and nestled into a natural basin
in the majestic Palo Duro Canyon-the nation’s
second largest canyon-comes alive once again this
summer with the 43rd Anniversary Season of the
Official Play of the State of Texas. In this family-friendly
show, set against an authentic tapestry of history,
the show’s fictional characters bring to
life the stories, struggles and triumphs of the
settlers of the Texas Panhandle in the 1800s.
Song and dance abound - and a generous helping
of good ol’ Texas humor too - with spellbinding
lighting, special effects and fireworks. Come
early and enjoy a delicious steak dinner served
by the world-famous Big Texan Steakhouse on the
covered patio. How about a backstage tour to get
a behind-the-scenes look at how the show is produced?
For more, call 806-655-2181 or visit www.texas-show.com.
Pioneer Amphitheatre, Palo Duro Canyon State Park;
8:30 p.m.
July 2….First Friday Art Trail
- See the regular art venues, plus the exciting
monthly additions showcasing art and artists downtown
and throughout Lubbock. Catch a trolley or bus
at many of the locations or pick up a FFAT map
at any of the venues to see the art that can be
found throughout our community each month during
the event. First Friday Art Trail trolleys run
continuously in downtown Lubbock during FFAT hours.
The trolleys are free, and you will find a "trolleyteer"
on each trolley who is a treasure trove of info
about FFAT and the arts in Lubbock and will help
you navigate with ease. For more info and complete
schedule click HERE! This continually evolving
event runs throughout downtown and the Depot District
6 p.m.- 9 p.m.
July
2….Lubbock Moonlight Musicals presents:
“Hello, Dolly!” –
This classic stage musical won 10 Tony Awards
(including Best Musical) in 1964. The play is
based on Thornton Wilder’s 1938 farce “The
Merchant of Yonkers,” which the author revised
and re-titled “The Matchmaker” in
1955. Gerald Dolter is stage director; Jacob Miller
will conduct. Stars include Karen Dolter as Dolly
Madison, and Mike Morgan as Horace Vandergelder.
For tickets call Select-A-Seat at 806.770.2000.
Wells Fargo Amphitheater, in Mackenzie Park. 413
E. Broadway, Gates at 7 p.m.; Show at 8 p.m.
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July 3….4th
on Broadway Festivities - The largest
free festival in Texas is a true celebration of
Independence Day. Featuring a fun-filled day of
events for the whole family, general admission to
all the events on July 3rd are FREE! Kick off the
day at the opening parade down the historic, brick-paved
Broadway Avenue. Following the parade, spend the
day at the street fair on Broadway: a festival of
fabulous musicians on 8 stages, food vendors, games
and much more.
Schedule:
McDougal Companies Parade........9 a.m.
Wells Fargo Street Fair.....8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Street Fair Kids Area......11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
July 3….Independence Day Celebration
- Mark your calendars for the oh-so-fun Vintage
Township annual Independence Day Celebration. As
always, it will be on July 3rd (so as to not interfere
with other activities around the city). Founders
Park will turn into a water park for all sizes and
ages! Don’t forget to decorate your bike,
wagon, and stroller or power wheels for the community
parade. There will be delicious homemade goodies,
live entertainment and a special meal deal available.
Uncle Sam or Martha Washington may even make an
appearance! Free and open to the public. Founders
Park at Vintage Township, 114th Street between Quaker
Avenue and Slide Road; 5:30 p.m.
July
3….Lubbock Apartment Association Street Dance
- The Lubbock Apartment Association Street Dance
will feature Texas Country headliner Josh Abbott.
There will be plenty of fun with live music, dancing,
food and beverages. Tickets are $10 and available
at Select-A-Seat. Courthouse Square, 900 Broadway;
7:30 p.m.
July 3….Annual
Buffalo Springs Lake Fireworks Show
– This celebration will include a parade at
2 p.m. beginning at the marina and live music featuring
Dustin Garrett & The Texas Cruisers at 6 p.m.
Buy your tickets early at Ralph's Records or Buffalo
Springs Lake: $6 for adults - $3 for children 11
yrs. or younger. Buffalo Springs Lake, five miles
southeast of Lubbock on Farm Road 835 & East
50th Street; Fireworks show begins approximately
at 9:30 p.m.
July 4, 11, 18….Sunday
Concerts in the Park - Bring your
picnics, lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy the
Westwinds Brass Band out under the stars at Wagner
Park! One hour performance. No admission. Wagner
Park, 26th and Elgin Avenue; 8 p.m.
July 15, 17, 21, 23
Children's Theatre in the Park -
CATS Theatre presents "The Adventures of Tom
Sawyer," based on the novel by Mark Twain,
directed by Peter Contreras II. Bring the family,
lawn chairs and blankets for an evening of fun!
The kid's show and the melodrama are scheduled for
the same evenings. All productions are free. Clapp
Park, 46th and Avenue U; 6:30 p.m.
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