Fourth of July Celebration @ Woodlawn Park, Monday

Fourth of July Celebration @ Woodlawn park Monday. Opemning ceremonies begin @ noon, followed by music and NO Fireworks! Express-News File Photo.

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Randolph AFB offers maximum Fourth twang courtesy of Two Tons of Steel at its event, which begins at 5 p.m. Monday and includes games, crafts and activities for children. Admission is free, The general public is asked to enter through the West and South gates; the usual security precautions will be in effect.

Lackland AFB's Star-Spangled Festival on Monday also spotlights a San Antonio band — the long-running Tejano group Liberty Band — at 7 p.m., followed by The Pictures Band from Austin at 8:20 at the base amphitheater. A hip-hop tent, a paintball challenge, a rock-climbing wall, an arts and crafts fair and a children's carnival will be offered, plus lots of food and beverage booths. Enter through the Gateway East Gate off SW Military Drive near U.S. 90. Go to www.lacklandfss.com for entry info.

Market Square is billing its four-day bash as its biggest Fourth celebration ever, and it certainly looks that way. El Mercado is packing in wall-to-wall music from the '50s, '60s and '70s on two stages, along with dancing, hula-hoop and poodle-skirt contests, a classic-car show, arts and crafts and a children's area. The patriotic portion of the event begins at noon Monday and includes a keynote address from retired Lt. Gen Ricardo Sanchez. Hours are 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Sunday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday.