Texas Travel Information Center - Laredo

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July from the Texas Travel Information Center in Laredo! Today, Americans come together to celebrate the birth of our nation and our Independence Day. Enjoy grilling some barbeque or burgers in your backyard, at the beach, or in a park. Or watch a parade and enjoy fireworks lighting up the night sky. For more ideas on ways to celebrate this 4th of July, visit: https://texashighways.com/events/results/?keywords=independence®ion=&city=&from_date=&to_date=&eventsearch=Search

06/09/2025

Are you looking for a fun summer activity? Fishing is a fun, affordable way for families and friends to spend time together outdoors. Try fishing for free, without a fishing license, at any Texas State Park or buy your fishing license and help support healthy fish populations and their habitats.

06/01/2025

Summer sun and water fun go hand-in-hand! Texas has many opportunities to cool off and have a great time at several water parks and splash pads. Check out our summer feature table at our Texas Travel Information Center in Laredo.

05/24/2025

Memorial Day is Monday, May 26th. Today we honor and remember all our military heroes who have given everything in service to protect and defend this nation and our freedoms.

05/11/2025

Happy Mother’s Day from the Laredo Travel Information Center!

05/03/2025

May 4 – 10 National Travel & Tourism Week. Each May, the tourism industry comes together to celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week. Travel-supported jobs are not only present in the leisure and hospitality industries, but tourism also affects numerous sectors including transportation, finance, real estate, insurance, and more. Travel and tourism are critical components of the Texas economy!

04/20/2025

Happy Easter from the Laredo Travel Information Center!

04/09/2025

Poteet Strawberry Festival. The Poteet Strawberry Festival takes place April 11th – April 13th and attracts about 100,000 attendees every year. It has 14 areas of entertainment including live music, gunslingers, a carnival, rodeo performances, and showcases of locally grown agricultural products. https://strawberryfestival.com/ You can pick up a current Texas Highways Calendar of Events at any of our Texas Travel Information Centers around the state for more information on other events!

April 11, 12 & 13 • 2025 78th Strawberry Festival in Poteet, Texas Day(s) : Hour(s) : Minute(s) : Second(s) Enter The VIP Contest! FESTIVAL HOURS Friday: 6pm – MidnightSaturday: 10am – 1amSunday: 10am – Midnight The Poteet Strawberry Festival Association Welcomes and Wishes EVERYONE in Atten...

03/28/2025

April is work zone safety awareness month. We encourage you to watch out for road crews, workers, and heavy equipment that may be only a few feet away from passing vehicles. The key message is for drivers to use extra caution in work zones as many times protective gear on crew members is limited to a vest, hard hat, and safety boots. Safety is first and foremost as we share the roadway with everyone. Find more info here: txdot.gov

03/17/2025

It’s wildflower season again! Time to get your camera ready for some fantastic shots of nature’s beauty. Remember to follow basic guidelines when you take your pictures. Avoid spots along the highway or busy roads with heavy traffic. Be careful where you place your subjects. It is common to encounter stinging or biting insects such as wasps, bees, and fire ants. Don't trespass on private property. Try to sit in front of the flowers so that you don’t hurt them. Take a map just in case you are in a low cell phone coverage area. You can pick up the latest Texas map at any of our Travel Information Centers around the state.

03/08/2025

Don’t forget to set your clocks for daylight savings time!

03/03/2025

Alamo Heroes Day March 6. In honor of the heroes who fought valiantly at the Alamo we celebrate Alamo Heroes Day on March 6th. These iconic heroes of Texas legend; Davy Crockett, James Bowie and William B. Travis, to name a few, are honored today for their ultimate sacrifice. Please see below for more info:

Remembering the Alamo