Schertz is turning its usual 4th of July Jubilee into a two-day birthday party for the city's 50th and America's 250th, complete with live music, a carnival and a Friday night headliner at Pickrell Park on July 3. The Josh Abbott Band will close out the action on Friday, and organizers say the expanded weekend will still feature the familiar parade, a 5K and an upgraded fireworks show.
The free, family-friendly Jubilee kicks off at 6 p.m. Friday with carnival rides, food trucks and community activities. Local favorite Tom Yankton hits the stage at 7 p.m., followed by the Josh Abbott Band at 8:30 p.m., according to the City of Schertz. Programming rolls into July 4 with the “Let Freedom Run” 5K, a downtown parade and a fireworks spectacular scheduled for 9:15 p.m.
Friday Night Lineup And Logistics
Local reporting and tour listings back up the prime-time schedule and the fact that the concert is free. MySA lists the Josh Abbott Band for an 8:30 p.m. set, and concert listings put the show at Pickrell Park at 703 Oak St. Bandsintown notes that the performance is free and repeats the park address for anyone mapping out their route.
Shuttles, Parking And What To Bring
To keep traffic from becoming its own fireworks show, shuttle service will run every 15 minutes from 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. from the Schertz Soccer Complex, with additional parking at Thulemeyer and along FM 1518 starting at Aero Avenue, according to the city's Facebook announcement. That same post spells out what you can haul in: lawn chairs, coolers, blankets, food, bug spray and sunscreen. On the short do-not-pack list are glass, fireworks, grills, drones and pets. Food trucks and the carnival start rolling at 6 p.m.
Safety, Fireworks And Final Tips
The Schertz Fire Department is reminding residents that personal fireworks are off-limits inside city limits under City Code 30.64, even though the Jubilee will include a professional fireworks display on July 4, according to the department's announcement. Expect crowds and a 10 p.m. site close each night, with shuttles running until 10:30 p.m., so it is smart to bring water, sunscreen and a chair if you want to lock down a good viewing spot early.
Full maps, vendor lists and last-minute updates are posted on the city's Facebook announcement and in event listings across social channels, so check organizers' posts for parking maps and route detours before heading out. Attendees with accessibility needs are encouraged to contact Schertz Parks and Recreation in advance for the latest information on accommodations and drop-off options.
