Past Events

Texas Ranch Celebrations

July 3rd Trail Run & Walk

FORHA is hosting a Trail Fun Run/Walk the morning of July 3 on Cibolo Trail, one of the beautiful FORHA trails that run throughout the city.

The event will start and end at Cibolo Creek Community Church. Distance choices available include a 5K run, 5K walk and 1 mile family walk.

* 7:30am 5K walk or run

* 9:00am 1 mile family run

4th of July Fireworks

July 3rd Trail Run & Walk

At Fair Oaks Ranch Golf & Country Club, 7900 Fair Oaks Pkwy, Fair Oaks Ranch, TX 78015

***The City of Fair Oaks Ranch website is currently being updated to reflect information for the 2026 Fourth of July event.***

Art Contest

July 3rd Trail Run & Walk

Youth Essay Contest

In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America, students are invited to participate in a community-wide art contest reflecting on our nation's history, freedoms, and future.

Youth Essay Contest

In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America, students are invited to participate in a community-wide essay contest reflecting on our nation's history, freedoms, and future.

Patriotic Decor

Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary in Your Neighborhood!

Join neighbors across the city in decorating homes, entryways, and neighborhoods to showcase community pride and patriotism by participating in a Patriotic Decorating Contest showcasing Fair Oaks Ranch Community Pride.

Patriotic Parade (Spectators)

Parade Route: Robin Dale/ Keeneland to Saratoga and ending at the parking lot of Cibolo Creek Community Church.

Patriotic Parade followed by celebrations to include: bouncy houses, music, Food Trucks on-site (food for purchase), and an awards presentation for best classic car and golf cart.

Please let us know if you plan on attending so we can estimate a headcount for the event.

Parade Participants

Mon, June 29th (9am-11am) Citywide Veterans & Active-Duty Military Members Breakfast

All golf carts, classic cars & other special vehicle participants will use Venturer off of Keeneland Drive to Silver Spur to Robin Dale and check-in for the parade, while the Classic Cars participants will use that same route except they will turn on Intrepid to Robin Dale and park.

Walkers and families will walk on Keeneland to Robin Dale and line up at the front of the parade. Please arrive promptly with special notification card displayed to participate.

Individuals or Groups interested in participating in the parade, please click the link below to sign-up to include:

DECORATED PATRIOTIC golf carts, classic cars, bicycles, walkers, service providers/groups, local businesses (golf carts or classic cars), etc.

Parade packets will be picked up from June 24-25, 2026, from 4 PM - 6:30 PM at FORHA 7286 Dietz Elkhorn Rd, Fair Oaks Ranch, TX 78015

Mon, June 29th (9am-11am) Citywide Veterans & Active-Duty Military Members Breakfast

Honor the service and sacrifice of veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their family while recognizing Fair Oaks Ranch’s designation as a Purple Heart City.

***Each guest may bring one additional family member or guest.***

Youth Patriot Art & Essay Contest

"What America Means to Me as We Celebrate 250 Years of Freedom"

Calling All Young Writers and Artists Living in Fair Oaks Ranch! Share Your Thoughts on Our Nation's History, Freedoms, and Future Through a Short Essay or Patriotic Artwork.

Who Can Enter?

Elementary: Grades 3–5
Middle School: Grades 6–8
High School: Grades 9–12
Homeschooled: Grades 3-12

Artwork Rules

Patriotic Art
Poster Theme: "What America Means to Me as We Celebrate 250 Years of Freedom"
Submissions must be entirely the original work of the participant. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools for generating or assisting with artwork is not allowed.

Some Ideas to Incorporate in Your Artwork:

What America Means to Me
Freedom and Responsibility
Honoring Our Veterans
America at 250: What Makes Our Nation Special
How Young People Can Shape America's Future

Prizes and Recognition

Published in FORHA Newsletters & Online
Spotlighted at the FORHA 250th Celebration
Winners May Read Essays at City Events
Winning Design May Go on Parade T-shirts

Submission Agreement:
By submitting your artwork, essay, and/or identification, you grant the City of Fair Oaks Ranch, Fair Oaks Ranch Homeowners Association, and event coordinators permission to display and use your submission for promotional purposes. You acknowledge and agree that the City and event coordinators are not liable for any claims arising from the display, use, or publication of your submission.

Essay Rules

Original Work Only
Theme: "What America Means to Me as We Celebrate 250 Years of Freedom"
Elementary: 200–300 Words
Middle School: 300–500 Words
High School: 400–600 Words
Typed or Neatly Handwritten
Include Your Name, Address, Grade, School, or Home Schooled
Submissions must be entirely the original work of the participant. the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools for generating or assisting with essays is not allowed.

Prizes and Recognition

Published in FORHA Newsletters & Online
Spotlighted at the FORHA 250th Celebration
Winners May Read Essays at City Events
Winning Design May Go on Parade T-shirts

Patriotism at its Best!

Various American flags and patriotic decorations displayed in different outdoor settings.

CONTEST CATEGORIES

Best Patriotic Front Door
Best Decorated Home
Best Patriotic Gate or Entryway
Best HOA Neighborhood Display

TIMELINE & RULES

Contest Timeline:

Must register on SignUpGenius (button below) to be entered into the contest
Decorating Period: May 14 (Armed Forces Day) -June 15, 2026
Judging Dates: June 16-June 24, 2026

Guidelines:

Decorations must be visible from the street
No decorations shall be placed within six (6) feet of the street right-of-way
Pictures of the decorations must be submitted to Fairoaksranchtxevents@gmail.com by June 15, 2026
Must follow HOA safety guidelines
No political messaging—focus on patriotism and national pride
No AI technology used for submission to the website
Judges will be driving by the house or neighborhood for viewing of the entries
If you live in a gated community, please provide a gate code or text your code to-------

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

Easy Registration Steps:

Complete the online registration via (SignUpGenius)
Select your contest category
Decorate your home or neighborhood
Text your pictures to the phone # provided in SignUp Genius

Registration Form Fields:

Name
Phone/Email
Address/Gate Code
HOA/Neighborhood
Category
Optional Theme Description

Scoring Criteria (visual chart or table):

Creativity (1–10)
Patriotic Spirit (1–10)
Visual Impact (1–10)
Overall Presentation (1–10)

Overall Score:

JUDGING PROCESS

What to Expect

Judges will drive through neighborhoods to review entries
Scores recorded for each category
Winners will be notified by the Patriotic Committee via email or phone

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

Celebrate the Winners

Yard signs placed at winning homes
Patriotic plaques or certificates
Recognition at city celebration event
Winners featured online and on social media

Join the Contest

Join the Celebration

Celebrate Our 250th with Texas Pride!

In 2026, our nation proudly marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence—a once-in-a-generation opportunity to celebrate our shared history, values, and future. We’re organizing exciting local events to honor this milestone with family-friendly activities, patriotic programming, and community spirit that will bring people together from all walks of life.

As a valued local business, your sponsorship will help make these celebrations possible while gaining meaningful visibility through event signage, website recognition, social media shoutouts, program mentions, and more—aligning your brand with American pride and community goodwill. We offer flexible sponsorship levels to fit any budget. If your business would like to partner with us in this historic moment, please contact Dedie Manitzas at dmanitzas@gvtc.com or (210) 602-1582‬ to discuss opportunities and receive our sponsorship packet.

Together, let’s make America’s 250th unforgettable—right here at home!

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