21 Free Things to Do in Texas This Summer (2025 Guide)
☀️ Everything’s Bigger (and Sometimes Free) in Texas Texas summers are known for their heat, culture, and endless activities. The best part? You don’t need to spend a dime to enjoy the best the Lone Star State has to offer. Whether you’re in Houston, Austin, Dallas, or San Antonio, here are 21 free things to do in Texas this summer….
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Dallas Texas
DOJ opens investigation into E. Jean Carroll, who accused President Trump of sexual assault: AP source
Universal Kids Resort sets official opening date as tickets, packages go on sale. Here’s when the park opens
Key inflation gauge worsens as Americans shell out more for gasoline
Real estate firm to plant $130 million ‘flag’ in McKinney
Five years after forming a team, Southlake Carroll wins state BBQ championship
Trump Accounts: Here’s how to sign up as app launches ahead of July 4 rollout
Parents who signed up for the Trump accounts will soon start receiving email instructions on activating the account, the Treasury Department said. WASHINGTON — Trump Accounts, the federal program aimed to help children save money before they reach adulthood, launched its mobile app on Thursday. The Treasury Department announced the…
Universal Kids Resort sets official opening date as tickets, packages go on sale. Here’s when the park opens
Key inflation gauge worsens as Americans shell out more for gasoline
Real estate firm to plant $130 million ‘flag’ in McKinney
Five years after forming a team, Southlake Carroll wins state BBQ championship
Austin Texas
Viral 2006 grocery receipt reveals 20-year price inflation
Lightning strike starts fire at Hutto home
Abandoned Georgetown neighborhood heads to foreclosure auction
9 unaccounted for presumed dead after chemical implosion at Washington packaging facility; 2 deaths confirmed
8 of the 10 most common jobs pay below average, federal data shows
Buc-ee’s in Bastrop faces federal disability discrimination lawsuit
On Tuesday, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission announced it filed a lawsuit against Buc-ee’s in connection with a disability discrimination claim. Source link
Rising travel demand pushing US hotel rates to new highs, expert says
Hentschel said rates continue to increase because the industry can’t build hotels fast enough to keep up with demand. Source link
9 unaccounted for presumed dead after chemical implosion at Washington packaging facility; 2 deaths confirmed
8 of the 10 most common jobs pay below average, federal data shows
New Texas law tightens oversight on self-driving car companies
Teachers, students say one final goodbye to Bedichek Middle School
Houston Texas
NASA snubs Houston company in highly anticipated announcement
HPD: Several detained after SWAT raid shuts down suspected illegal gambling operation in SW Houston
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott halts statewide college tuition increases for 2026-2027 school year
One of Houston’s most recognizable bridges now has a new name
Community rallies to rescue stranded shrimp boat in Crystal Beach
Houston billionaire Tilman Fertitta’s company strikes massive deal to buy Caesars Entertainment
Fertitta Entertainment announced a $17.6 billion deal to acquire Caesars Entertainment and combine major casino and hospitality brands. HOUSTON — Houston billionaire Tilman Fertitta’s company is making a major move in the casino and hospitality industry, announcing a deal to acquire Caesars Entertainment in a transaction valued at approximately $17.6…
Crews working to restore water service in part of Cinco Ranch
Residents in part of the Cinco Ranch area are dealing with a water outage Thursday morning as crews work to restore service in Cinco MUD No. 10. CINCO RANCH, Texas — Residents in part of the Cinco Ranch area are dealing with a water outage as crews work to address…
One of Houston’s most recognizable bridges now has a new name
Community rallies to rescue stranded shrimp boat in Crystal Beach
Texas Board of Nursing permits Camp Mystic’s chief medical officer to practice in a limited capacity
First-time voter in Fort Bend County shares frustration as check-in glitch prevents ballot casting
San ANtonio Texas
San Antonio LGBTQ+ walking club builds community and promotes wellness
Rollover crash closes Interstate 10 westbound on-ramp on Northwest Side
ICE looking for more San Antonio office space as immigration crackdown continues
Miss Anastasia’s story time at Pearl book store draws generations of San Antonio families
San Antonio woman arrested, found with 200+ grams of meth in traffic stop
NISD parents must pre-register students to ride school bus next school year, district says
SAN ANTONIO – While Northside Independent School District (NISD) students are officially on summer break, the district is rolling out a new bus route system ahead of the next school year.District officials said the move will help manage the $35 million budget deficit and improve efficiency as they search for…
Spurs thank fans, urge respectful celebration as team’s season continues
San Antonio police only report one arrest after recent playoff street takeoversSan Antonio – The Frost Bank Center has been sold out for each San Antonio Spurs game in the Western Conference Finals. A venue spokesperson told TheTXLoop that tickets were officially sold only to people within a 150-mile radius…
Afternoon highs push into low 90s as humidity lingers
Essence Preparatory Public School founder and superintendent arrested in Cibolo on three charges, jail records show
SAPD officer handed 20-day suspension after taking call while on duty from jailed child sex assault suspect
South Side homeowner says decades of flooding is ridiculous
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21 Free Things to Do in Texas This Summer (2025 Guide)
☀️ Everything’s Bigger (and Sometimes Free) in Texas Texas summers are known for their heat, culture, and endless…