Stars Over Washington County July 4th success
Summary
The county is spending hotel tax money on fireworks, a Journey tribute band, and contracted bartending for the America 250th July 4th event, splitting costs evenly with the City of Brenham.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Roughly $19,500 approved this meeting plus bartending costs, all from hotel occupancy tax funds.
Residents and visitors attending the free July 4th celebration, plus hotels and short-term rentals that benefit from tourism.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Commissioners Court — Regular Meeting — 2026-08-04
The July 4th celebration drew 4,600 people — 50% over expectations — with visitors from Houston, Austin and Dallas, and overwhelmingly positive feedback. Officials discussed making it a recurring event, though food vendors ran short.
Commissioners Court — Regular Meeting — 2026-06-30
The county, City of Brenham, and Burton are jointly hosting a July 4th celebration at the Expo with food trucks, a touch-a-truck event, a band, and 9:20 p.m. fireworks, funded partly by H-E-B and Brenham Country Club donations and $15,000 in hotel occupancy tax.
Commissioners Court — Regular Meeting — 2026-06-02
The county is spending hotel tax money on fireworks, a Journey tribute band, and contracted bartending for the America 250th July 4th event, splitting costs evenly with the City of Brenham.
Commissioners Court — Regular Meeting — 2026-05-12
The County is spending $20,000 in hotel occupancy tax funds on the Stars Over Washington County fireworks show, splitting the promotion with the City of Brenham. HOT funds come from hotel guests, not property taxpayers.
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