Good morning, Amarillo.

Camp Agape in Amarillo is recruiting volunteer counselors to serve campers with developmental disabilities by promoting life skills + community building at a retreat held at High Plains Retreat Center outside Canyon from July 23-26.

Freedom 250 weekend at Lake Meredith will draw over 30,000 people to Fritch for a three-day July celebration featuring a 9 a.m. parade, turtle race, live music + food trucks, and a $40,000 fireworks show Saturday night; law enforcement advises boaters to wear Coast Guard-approved life jackets.

A veteran at the Amarillo VA says 40 to 80 residents have been affected by extreme heat from ongoing AC failures amid a nationwide heatwave as the country marks its 250th birthday.

VA officials announced they are installing a large temporary AC unit + monitoring temperatures to ensure safe conditions.

Family Fun Night at the Amarillo Sod Poodles Game

6-10 p.m. — Hodgetown Stadium — $11+ — Attend a family-friendly evening of baseball, food, and fun with the Amarillo Sod Poodles.

USPA Tested and Open 2026 West Texas Classic

9 a.m. — The Gym @ Contagion Athletics — Registration required — Watch top lifters compete in both tested and non-tested divisions at this powerlifting event.

9-Ball Showdown

10:00 a.m. — Amarillo Slims Pool Palace — Money added — Compete in a thrilling 9-ball tournament with an exciting race to 7 format.

L3VEL3 Hair Texture Tour - Amarillo

12-4 p.m. — Fort Worth Barber Supply Amarillo — Free entry — Explore innovative hair texturing techniques with the L3VEL3 crew and fellow enthusiasts.

Jerry Seinfeld Live Show

8-11 p.m. — Amarillo Civic Center Complex — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of laughter with the legendary comedian Jerry Seinfeld.