Van Parks and Rec

06/18/2026

🇺🇸 Let’s see your Red, White & Blue, Van, Texas! 🇺🇸

06/15/2026

Just a reminder that all Freedom Boom vendor forms and payment are due TODAY!

06/12/2026

06/09/2026

There’s a lot happening in Van this June, and we hope you’re enjoying it and joining in the fun!

🎆 The Red, White & Blue Patriotic Decorating Contest for businesses and residences, sponsored by the Van Area Chamber of Commerce

🛍️ The June Jamboree Shop Van event, sponsored by the Van Economic Development Corporation

🐾 The Most Patriotic Pet, Individual, and Family Contest, sponsored by Republic Services

🏃 The Van Run Club 5K on June 27

🇺🇸 And on June 27, we’ll celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Van’s Freedom Boom while also honoring America’s 250th Birthday Celebration!

It’s a month full of community spirit, hometown pride, and family fun. We encourage everyone to participate, support our local businesses, decorate, shop, run, celebrate, and help spread the word.

We look forward to seeing you throughout June and at Freedom Boom on June 27th at McMillan Park! 🎇🇺🇸❤️🤍💙

06/08/2026

🎉 The wait is over! 🎉

Our Summer Reading Program performers have been announced! Come join us every Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the month of July!! 🦕📚

Get ready for a summer packed with laughs, surprises, amazing talents, and unforgettable fun. From exciting shows to hands-on experiences, there's something for everyone to enjoy as we Unearth a Story together!

Check out the lineup and mark your calendars—you won't want to miss these dino-mite performances! 🦖

06/05/2026

06/05/2026

We are looking forward to Freedom Boom! 🇺🇸🎆

A huge THANK YOU to all of our sponsors and vendors who are helping make this year’s event possible. Your support, participation, and commitment to our community help make Freedom Boom one of Van’s favorite traditions!

As we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Freedom Boom and America’s 250th Birthday, we’re excited to welcome families and visitors for an evening filled with fun, entertainment, food, activities, and an amazing fireworks show.

Be sure to join us on June 27th at McMillan Park and help us celebrate freedom, community, and hometown pride!

Please help us thank our sponsors and support our vendors by stopping by their booths throughout the evening. We couldn’t do this without them!

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06/04/2026