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Times Square Ball to Re-Light in Flag Colors for America’s 250th Birthday

Gavin U. Stonebridge January 3, 2026

At a Glance Times Square Ball will re-light at 12:04 a.m. on Jan 1 in flag colors for America's 250th birthday. Post-midnight moment features a...

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Rain Forecasted for Thursday’s 137th Rose Parade, First Wet Run in 20 Years

Aiden V. Crossfield January 2, 2026

At a Glance 100% chance of rain Thursday for Pasadena's 137th Rose Parade First wet parade in 20 years, last rain in 2006 Floats, bands and crowds...

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Austin Rings in 2026 with Free Night, Drone Show & Fireworks

Gavin U. Stonebridge January 1, 2026

At a Glance Austin's New Year's Eve event opens at 7 p.m. with food trucks, live music, a 1,500-drone show, and fireworks at midnight. The event...

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Ring in 2026 with Bar Fino’s Free NYE Bash-Food, Drinks, and Live DJ

Julia N. Fairmont December 30, 2025

At a Glance Free entry to Bar Fino's NYE bash on Dec 31 2025 21+ only, no RSVP, live DJ 10 pm-1 am Gourmet hot dogs, caviar, oysters, half-price...

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Central Texas Lights Up New Year with Plunges, Fireworks & Dance Parties

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 30, 2025

At a Glance Central Texas brims with New Year's Eve fireworks, polar bear plunges, and family events from Austin to Wimberley. Austin's 2026 New...

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Times Square Ball Drop Signals 250th U.S. Birthday Celebration

Fiona Z. Merriweather December 30, 2025

At a Glance The Times Square ball will descend again on New Year's Eve, lighting up the sky with red, white, and blue as the nation gears up for its...

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Times Square Ball to Light Up New Year’s Eve and July 3 in 250th Anniversary Celebrations

Morgan J. Carter December 27, 2025

The committee responsible for America’s 250th birthday celebrations announced Friday that the iconic Times Square Ball will play a starring role on...

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Austin’s Lefty’s Brick Bar Returns with Rudolph’s Road House Holiday Pop-up, Offering Décor, Themed Cocktails, Nightly Events, and Reindeer Retreat Package

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 25, 2025

Austin’s holiday scene gets a sparkling makeover as Lefty’s Brick Bar transforms into the festive Rudolph’s Road House pop‑up. What to Expect at...

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Las Vegas Prepares for America’s Party 2026: 25th Anniversary Fireworks Countdown

Fiona Z. Merriweather December 23, 2025

Las Vegas will light up the Strip on New Year’s Eve as it celebrates 25 years of America’s Party 2026, a fireworks extravaganza that is expected to...

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Trump Announces ‘Patriot Games’ as Part of 250th Birthday Celebrations

Julia N. Fairmont December 22, 2025

In a televised address on Thursday, President Donald Trump announced a sweeping new initiative that will mark the United States' 250th birthday. The...