Round Top to Continue Amazing Tradition By Hosting Its 173rd Annual July 4th Bash

The members of the venerable Round Top Rifle Assn. have been working feverishly to present the 173rd annual July 4th Parade and Celebration. First celebrated in 1851, the parade and festivities have been ongoing without pause, even through the dark days of the American Civil War.

This year appears to be one of the best, and speaking of the best, the Round Top 4th of July parade has been voted the best parade in Fayette County. Festivities begin on the Town Square at 10 a.m. with the presentation of the National Anthem, followed by remarks from local dignitaries and special guest speaker, State Senator Lois Kolkhorst.

At 10:30 a.m., Round Top’s civil war-era cannon will loudly signal the start of the parade, which will wind its way through the streets of Round Top and end at the Round Rifle Assn. Grounds.

Beginning at midnight before the parade, the Association members tend to the BBQ to ensure a tasty noon meal of chicken, sausage and all the trimmings. Also available, by special order only, are beef brisket and pork butts to be purchased separately from the meal. Serving begins at 11:30 a.m. A drive thru meal pickup is also available. Call 979-249-7335 to place your special order for the beef and pork. Musical entertainment from the pavilion will be by the Round Top Brass Band, featuring patriotic music, as well as good old polkas, waltzes and marches. Sharing the stage is the renowned singing group, Cool Freddie and the Gang, presenting patriotic and current popular music. Also, a jam session with some very fine accordion players will be on hand. Entertainment ends at 4 p.m.