A note regarding COVID-19
Victoria
Guided Trolley Tour of Historic Victoria
May 11
Downtown Victoria, 101 N. Bridge St.
Part of Victoria’s 200th birthday celebration, this guided trolley tour begins with an interior look at the 1892 Victoria County Courthouse, travels the oak-lined streets of Old Victoria to view the unique architectural homes and structures, and ends with a prix fixe lunch at the historic PumpHouse Riverside Restaurant and Bar.
La Grange
Bluff SchuetzenFest
May 18
Kreische Brewery and Monument Hill State Historic Sites, 414 State Loop 92
Celebrate the history of the Bluff Schuetzenverein, a German marksmanship and social organization that once made its home on the grounds of Kreische Brewery and Monument Hill State Historic Sites. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the Bluff Scheutzenverein hosted dances, concerts, picnics, and shooting competitions, welcoming people from across Texas. Commemorate these traditions with a day full of entertainment, community booths, family activities, living history demonstrations, special tours, and food and drink.
Garland
Asian American Heritage Festival
May 18
Downtown Garland Square, 520 W. State St.
A day of unity in diversity pays tribute to the diverse and talented Asian Pacific American communities. Enjoy cultural performances from countries such as Thailand, Laos, China, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, the Philippines, Singapore, Myanmar, India, Japan, Korea, and Hawaii. Highlights include a Colorful World Parade, a captivating lion dance, craft stalls, and art performances showcasing the creativity and skillful hands of Asian Pacific Americans.
Mesquite
Barn Dance
May 18
Opal Lawrence Historical Park, 711 E. Kearney St.
An 1887 livestock barn at Opal Lawrence Historical Park is the setting for this old-fashioned barn dance. All are welcome to attend.
San Angelo
Armed Forces Day
May 18
Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, 630 South Oakes St.
Fort Concho National Historic Landmark hosts this Armed Forces Day event, with artillery salutes and special displays to honor the nation’s armed forces.
Memorial Day
May 27
Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, 630 S. Oakes St.
Fort Concho National Historic Landmark invites visitors to attend this program that honors the nation’s military members who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Bandera
Bandera Cattle Company Gunfighters
June 1-29
Rattlesnake Ridge, 126 SH 16 South
On Saturdays, see the Bandera Cattle Company Gunfighters reenact 1800s gunfights twice a day at Rattlesnake Ridge, located behind the Bandera Visitors Center.
Cowboys On Main
June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Enjoy free cowboy fun in downtown Bandera. Activities can include chuckwagon storytelling, taking a horse-drawn wagon tour of Bandera, and listening to live Western music.
Waxahachie
Gingerbread Trail Home Tour
June 1-2
Various locations
This year, the Gingerbread Trail Home Tour theme is “Main Street.” Embark on an immersive journey through the city’s downtown, where each step uncovers the stories and architectural elements that define the community. With exclusive access to landmarks, private homes, and special exhibits, this year’s trail showcases the heart and soul of Main Street in every detail.
Boerne
Old Jail Museum Tours
June 1-29
Kendall County Historic Jail, 208 E. San Antonio Ave.
The Kendall County Historic Jail was constructed in 1887 and served for a century as the county jail. In recent years, the Friends of the Kendall County Historic Jail have restored the space, bringing it back to life as a one-of-a-kind museum of Kendall County history. Tours are offered every Saturday.
Lake Jackson
Abner Jackson Plantation Site Tour
June 1, July 6, Aug. 3
Abner Jackson Plantation Site, Farm-to-Market Road 2004 near State Highway 332
Visit the historic archeological site formerly owned by Maj. Abner Jackson, the namesake of the city of Lake Jackson. Once a prosperous sugar plantation, the site was destroyed by the hurricane that devastated Galveston in 1900. Learn about the sugar-making process of the 1840s and how convict labor replaced slave labor during the 1870s.
Alden B. Dow Office Tour
June 1-29
Alden B. Dow Office Museum, 101 S. Parking Place
Take a self-guided tour of the restored midcentury architectural beauty of Alden B. Dow’s 1943 downtown office. Learn about the city’s beginnings and the indelible mark that Dow left as the principal architect of Lake Jackson. The museum is open on Saturdays.
San Elizario
Billy the Kid Festival
June 1-2
San Elizario Historic Art District, 1501 Main St.
Visit historic sites, art galleries, museums, vendors, and saloons, and maybe catch an Old West gunfight or performance of the play “1876: Billy the Kid.” The event also has live music and food and drinks
Goliad
Wayback Wednesdays
June 5-July 31
Presidio La Bahia, 217 Loop 71
The history of Presidio La Bahia, Texas’ only fully restored Spanish presidio, is brought to life every Wednesday during the months of June and July. Visit with historians as they bring the past to life and explore little-known stories from the Presidio’s early days. Learn about the daily life of a presidial trooper stationed on the frontier of Spanish Texas. Explore the stone walls and battlements of the old presidio and duck inside for a look at the museum and collection of artifacts from the 1700 and 1800s.
Marfa
Agave Festival
June 6-9
Various locations
This annual festival celebrates the agave and its influence on culture through food, film, music, science, and spirits. Enjoy tastings hosted by agave spirit producers, one-of-a-kind dining experiences, and performances by contemporary and regional musicians.
Plano
Summertime on the Farm
June 6
Heritage Farmstead Museum, 1900 W. 15th St.
Have a memorable summer on the farm with wagon rides and farm animals. Learn how to wash laundry the old-fashioned way and collect eggs from happy chickens. Participate in plowing and planting the fields and experience the thrill of milking a cow named Buttermilk.
Amarillo
Texas Route 66 Festival
June 6-15
Various locations
Route 66, the road that helped shape America, turns 100 years old in 2026. Starting in 2023, the annual Texas Route 66 Festival kicked off years of celebrations leading up to the historic route’s centennial. This festival features 10 days packed with events along the Texas route including classic car shows, bus tours, cattle drives, parades, music festivals, and a grand finale festival in Amarillo’s Route 66 Historic District.
Coors Cowboy Club Ranch Rodeo and Cattle Drive
June 6-8
Amarillo National Center and Downtown, 401 S. Buchanan St. and 1000 S Polk St.
Coors Cowboy Club hosts this rodeo that features cowboys from area ranches participating in a friendly but serious competition. Events include saddle bronc, stray gathering, trailer loading, and wild cow milking. The cattle drive consists of 60 Longhorns, motorized groups, and riders that parade from downtown Amarillo to the Tri-state Fairgrounds.
Galveston
Galveston Island Revue Weekend
June 7-9
Various locations
Galveston’s official kickoff to summer is a throwback to the “good ol’ days” of the city’s summertime history. Watch contestants in retro and vintage-inspired swimwear compete in the Bathing Beauties Revue at the seawall; plus, enjoy a classic car show, vendors, live entertainment, and other old-timey fun.
Boerne
Kuhlmann-King Museum Tour
June 8, 22; July 13, 27; Aug. 10, 24
Kuhlmann-King Historical Complex, 402 E. Blanco Road
The Kuhlmann-King house gives the public the opportunity to step back in time to see what a historic Boerne home looked like “way back when.” Monthly events and program themes vary.
East Bernard
Czech Kolache-Klobase Festival
June 8
Riverside Hall, 14643 Buls Road
Enjoy live music and dancing with bands and entertainers performing from morning to night. A plate lunch of barbecue chicken, sausage, sauerkraut, and trimmings is available for purchase. Hamburgers are available in the evening. There are also arts and crafts vendors, a raffle, cake walk, and plenty of kolaches.
Boerne
Abendkonzert
June 11, 25; July 2, 16
Main Plaza, 100 N. Main St.
Come hear traditional German music and stories of Boerne’s historic past at these summer concerts featuring the Boerne Village Band. Founded in 1860 by German immigrant Karl Dienger, the group is the oldest continuously active German band outside of Germany.
Amarillo
East Texas Route 66 Bus Tour
June 12
Discover Route 66’s rich history on this journey that takes riders from Amarillo to Shamrock, stopping at all the iconic landmarks and hotspots that have shaped the history and culture of this legendary road. Buses depart from the Bivins House.
College Station
41@100: A Celebration of George H.W. Bush
June 13
George H.W. Bush Presidential Library & Museum, Texas A&M University campus, 1000 George Bush Drive West
The George & Barbara Bush Foundation invites visitors to join the Bush family in their celebration honoring the life and legacy of President George H.W. Bush on what would’ve been his 100th birthday. The community celebration includes the grand opening of the Marine One/4141 Locomotive Pavilion, a birthday cake and ice cream reception with special appearance by Sully the Service Dog; and a moderated conversation with President Bush’s grandchildren.
Amarillo
West Texas Route 66 Bus Tour
June 13
Discover Route 66’s rich history on this journey that takes riders from Amarillo to Glenrio, New Mexico, stopping at famous hotspots such as the historic Midpoint Cafe, Dot’s Mini Museum, and the renowned Cadillac Ranch. Buses depart from the Bivins House.
Aransas Pass
Shrimporee
June 14-16
Shrimporee Festival Grounds, 200 E. Johnson Ave.
The annual Shrimporee festival has celebrated the rich heritage of this coastal community for 76 years. The festival pays homage to a time when Aransas Pass was known as the Shrimp Capital of the World. The weekend includes live music on two stages, craft vendors, a live cooking stage serving up shrimp, a carnival, and kids’ zone and several family-friendly activities.
Garland
Juneteenth Celebration
June 15
Downtown Garland Square, 520 W. State St.
Bring the whole family out to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people with a celebration of freedom and unification through dance, speakers, and live music. A children’s activity area and an area to reflect on the day’s historical significance are present.
Bastrop
Juneteenth Freedom Celebration
June 15
Fisherman’s Park, 1200 Willow St.
The Bastrop Juneteenth Celebration committee has been observing the emancipation of African Americans and the contributions and accomplishments of local African American individuals for the past 36 years. The official celebration kicks off on Saturday with a parade down historic Main Street. The day continues with the Family Freedom Festival at Fisherman’s Park featuring live music, a DJ, food and small business vendors, kids and adult activities, and family competitions. A musical guest in the evening wraps up the festivities.
Amarillo
Texas Route 66 Festival Finale
June 15
Amarillo Route 66 Historic District
Experience the grand finale of the 10-day Texas Route 66 Festival. Enjoy live music, a car show, a pin-up pageant, vendors, kids’ activities, and other festivities. Immerse yourself in iconic Route 66 vibes and celebrate the rich history and culture of this legendary highway.
Plano
Juneteenth Celebration
June 15
Downtown Plano Arts District, 1021 E. 15th St.
This event honors the lives, struggles, and successes of the city’s Black ancestors and current leaders while also celebrating when all Americans became free. A gospel concert in celebration of Black Music Month also takes place at McCall Plaza.
Edinburg
Juneteenth Jubilee
June 15
Promenade Park Amphitheater, 201 W. McIntyre St.
The city of Edinburg and the Edinburg Juneteenth Jubilee Committee invite travelers to this annual Juneteenth celebration, an event showcasing the rich Black heritage of the Rio Grande Valley. Along with commemorating the holiday, festivities include musical performances, arts and crafts vendors, and food vendors.
Bastrop
“Harriet Tubman: The Journey to Freedom”
June 15-Aug. 15
Kerr Community Center, 1308 Walnut St.
The Wofford Sculpture Studio presents its traveling 9-foot monument that celebrates Harriet Tubman’s heroic journey to rescue enslaved people in the 1800s. The sculpture has traveled the country since 2020, but this is the first time it is on display in Texas. See it at the Kerr Community Center, a gathering spot for the African American community of Bastrop during the time of racial segregation in the United States.
El Paso
“Viva El Paso!”
June 21-Aug. 3
McKelligon Canyon Amphitheatre, 1331 McKelligon Canyon Road
Experience El Paso’s outdoor musical extravaganza. This colorful musical celebrates the four major cultures that have influenced the City of the Sun. The Native American, Spanish Conquistador, Mexican, and Western American cultures and their histories come alive through drama, song, and dance by a cast of over 50 performers.
Freeport
Fort Velasco Day
June 22
Freeport Historical Museum, 311 E. Park Ave.
Fort Velasco Day commemorates the 191st anniversary of the Battle of Fort Velasco. This living history event attracts reenactors from across the state who give visitors a glimpse of what life and conflict was like at the mouth of the Brazos River in 1830s Texas.
New Braunfels
Frank Schlather Day in Gruene
June 23
Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Road
Also known as Frank’s Tranquilizer Hour, this yearly event commemorates the legendary former “mayor” of Gruene with special offers including select domestic beers for 50 cents from noon to 2 p.m.
Baytown
Historic Building Tours
June 29
Republic of Texas Plaza, 5117 N. Main St.
On the last Saturday of the month, the historic 1894 one-room Wooster School and 1910 Brown-McKay Farmhouse, located at The Republic of Texas Plaza, are open to the public for tours. Learn about the past at the city’s living history museum.
Southlake
Stars and Stripes
July 3
Southlake Town Square, 1400 Main St.
Stars and Stripes is held annually on July 3 in the heart of Southlake’s Town Square. This event ignites the spirit of patriotism and community with an array of delectable festival foods, engaging activities for all ages, and, of course, a display of fireworks that lights up the night sky.
San Angelo
Holiday Salutes at Fort Concho
July 4
Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, 630 South Oakes
Fort Concho puts on a patriotic display with hourly artillery salutes to mark the nation’s 248th birthday. The event runs 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Rockdale
Sesquicentennial Celebration
July 4-15
Various locations
It’s Rockdale’s 150th Birthday and everyone is invited to enjoy 12 days of festivities that celebrate the city’s past and future. Events kick off with a July Fourth Drone Light Show at Fair Park. Other highlights include a community parade, car show, quilt exhibition, community art exhibition, a heritage celebration at The 1895, historic walking tours, live music, family activities, historical presentations, and vendors. The festival wraps up with a costumed Sesquicentennial Gala Dinner and Dance featuring Kenny Orts.
Bandera
Bandera Cattle Company Gunfighters
July 6-27
Rattlesnake Ridge, 126 SH 16 South
On Saturdays, see the Bandera Cattle Company Gunfighters reenact 1800s gunfights twice a day at Rattlesnake Ridge, located behind the Bandera Visitors Center.
Cowboys On Main
July 6, 13, 20, 27
Enjoy free cowboy fun in downtown Bandera. Activities can include chuckwagon storytelling, taking a horse-drawn wagon tour of Bandera, and listening to live Western music.
Boerne
Old Jail Museum Tours
July 6-27
Kendall County Historic Jail, 208 E. San Antonio Ave.
The Kendall County Historic Jail was constructed in 1887 and served for a century as the county jail. In recent years, the Friends of the Kendall County Historic Jail have restored the space, bringing it back to life as a one-of-a-kind museum of Kendall County history. Tours are offered every Saturday.
A Day at the Farm and Farmers Market
July 6-27
Historic Herff Farm, 33 Herff Road
Every Saturday, Herff Farm invites visitors to its open-air farmers market. Come hike the trails, shop in the open air, get gardening inspiration, take classes on growing your food, help the Cibolo Center for Conservation maintain the land through volunteer service projects, or get new recipe ideas.
Lake Jackson
Abner Jackson Plantation Site Tour
June 1, July 6, Aug. 3
Abner Jackson Plantation Site, Farm-to-Market Road 2004 near State Highway 332
Visit the historic archeological site formerly owned by Maj. Abner Jackson, the namesake of the city of Lake Jackson. Once a prosperous sugar plantation, the site was destroyed by the hurricane that devastated Galveston in 1900. Learn about the sugar-making process of the 1840s and how convict labor replaced slave labor during the 1870s.
Alden B. Dow Office Tour
July 6-27
Alden B. Dow Office Museum, 101 S. Parking Place
Take a self-guided tour of the restored midcentury architectural beauty of Alden B. Dow’s 1943 downtown office. Learn about the city’s beginnings and the indelible mark that Dow left as the principal architect of Lake Jackson. The museum is open on Saturdays.
San Angelo
In Conversation: Will Wilson Exhibit
July 11-Sept. 15
San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, 1 Love St.
The exhibit features the work of contemporary Navajo (Diné) photographer Will Wilson, together in a dialogue with the work of Edward Curtis, best known for his portfolios of romanticized photos published as “The North American Indian” (1907-1930).
Rockdale
Heritage Celebration at The 1895
July 13
The 1895, 140 W. Cameron Ave.
Celebrate the community’s history through this interactive event entwining art and music. View an exhibit of murals highlighting individuals and aspects of Rockdale’s history and accomplishments. Experience live music and performances which honor the community’s cultural history, and learn more about Rockdale’s colorful past through interactive historical essays and walking tours.
San Angelo
National Cowboy Day
July 27
Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, 630 South Oakes
For National Cowboy Day, Fort Concho National Historic Landmark hosts this special program on the American Plains Artists Show and a skit by the Concho Cowboy Company.
Bandera
National Day of the American Cowboy
July 27
Bandera County Courthouse and Mansfield Park , 500 Main St. and 2886 SH 16 North
Celebrate National Day of the American Cowboy in the Cowboy Capital of the World. Festivities taking place on the courthouse lawn include a Frontier Times Museum’s celebration, gunfighter shows, live music, and special Old West guests. In the evening, Ridin the River Cowboy Fellowship hosts its Bulls, Barrels, and Breakaway contest, a rodeo event at Mansfield Park.
Baytown
Historic Building Tours
July 27
Republic of Texas Plaza, 5117 N. Main St.
On the last Saturday of the month, the historic 1894 one-room Wooster School and 1910 Brown-McKay Farmhouse, located at The Republic of Texas Plaza, are open to the public for tours. Learn about the past at the city’s living history museum.
Saturday History Lecture Series: National Cowboy Day
July 27
Enjoy learning about National Cowboy Day with a guest lecturer while also having an opportunity to explore the historic 1894 one-room Wooster School and 1910 Brown-McKay Farmhouse, located at The Republic of Texas Plaza.
San Angelo
Buffalo Soldier Anniversary Day
July 28
Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, 630 South Oakes
This event features programs and activities to mark the anniversary of the creation, by an act of Congress, of the all-black Buffalo Soldier units in the U.S. Army in 1866.
Bandera
Frontier Times Fourth Sunday Jamboree
July 28
Frontier Times Museum, 510 13th St.
The Frontier Times Museum presents this jamboree on the fourth Sunday of each month. The event includes live music, storytelling, and fun for all ages.
Fredericksburg
Historic Gillespie County Jail Tours
Aug. 3
Historic Gillespie County Jail, 117 W. San Antonio St.
Tour this two-story stone structure that served as the fourth jail for Gillespie County, organized in 1848 and constructed in 1885. The ground floor housed a holding area and living quarters for the jailer. The second floor had two steel-clad cells located against the east wall and maximum security cells in the center and at the back. The building was used as a county jail until 1939.
Bandera
Bandera Cattle Company Gunfighters
Aug. 3-31
Rattlesnake Ridge, 126 SH 16 South
On Saturdays, see the Bandera Cattle Company Gunfighters reenact 1800s gunfights twice a day at Rattlesnake Ridge, located behind the Bandera Visitors Center.
Cowboys On Main
Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Enjoy free cowboy fun in downtown Bandera. Activities can include chuckwagon storytelling, taking a horse-drawn wagon tour of Bandera, and listening to live Western music.
Boerne
Old Jail Museum Tours
Aug. 3-31
Kendall County Historic Jail, 208 E. San Antonio Ave.
The Kendall County Historic Jail was constructed in 1887 and served for a century as the county jail. In recent years, the Friends of the Kendall County Historic Jail have restored the space, bringing it back to life as a one-of-a-kind museum of Kendall County history. Tours are offered every Saturday.
A Day at the Farm and Farmers Market
Aug. 3-31
Historic Herff Farm, 33 Herff Road
Every Saturday, Herff Farm invites visitors to its open-air farmers market. Come hike the trails, shop in the open air, get gardening inspiration, take classes on growing your food, help the Cibolo Center for Conservation maintain the land through volunteer service projects, or get new recipe ideas.
Jefferson
Civil War Symposium
Aug. 3
Jefferson Convention and Visitor Center, 305 E. Austin St.
Calling all history buffs! Enjoy a whole day of presentations, speakers, exhibits, and vendors at this conference that focuses on the part that Jefferson and the surrounding area played in the Civil War.
Lake Jackson
Abner Jackson Plantation Site Tour
June 1, July 6, Aug. 3
Abner Jackson Plantation Site, Farm-to-Market Road 2004 near State Highway 332
Visit the historic archeological site formerly owned by Maj. Abner Jackson, the namesake of the city of Lake Jackson. Once a prosperous sugar plantation, the site was destroyed by the hurricane that devastated Galveston in 1900. Learn about the sugar-making process of the 1840s and how convict labor replaced slave labor during the 1870s.
Alden B. Dow Office Tour
Aug. 3-31
Alden B. Dow Office Museum, 101 S. Parking Place
Take a self-guided tour of the restored midcentury architectural beauty of Alden B. Dow’s 1943 downtown office. Learn about the city’s beginnings and the indelible mark that Dow left as the principal architect of Lake Jackson. The museum is open on Saturdays.
Seguin
186th Birthday Party
Aug. 9
Heritage Village, 200 Block of East Live Oak Street
Seguin celebrates its 186th birthday with a party at the Seguin’s First Church and the Campbell-Hoermann Log Cabin in Heritage Village. Festivities over the years have included a barbecue dinner, homemade ice cream contestant, and live entertainment.
Austin
“Freedom to Write, Freedom to Read: The Story of PEN”
Aug. 17-Feb. 28
Harry Ransom Center, 300 W. 21st St.
The Harry Ransom Center presents an exhibition exploring the history of PEN, the renowned international association dedicated to protecting free expression. The exhibition draws upon the Center’s PEN Records collection in order to trace the history of the organization from its founding as a dinner club in 1921, through the darkest days of war and repression, to supporting contemporary writers and readers today. The exhibition allows visitors to engage with key moments from the story of PEN, showing how writers need freedom of expression in order to produce inspiring work, and how, in turn, readers need to be free to choose what they read.
Pleasanton
Cowboy Heritage Days
Aug. 24
Pleasanton River Park, 1030 Riverpark Road
The “Birthplace of the Cowboy” celebrates its heritage with a festival featuring concerts, craft and food vendors, a parade, and activities for kids.
Castroville
St. Louis Day Celebration
Aug. 24-25
Koenig Park , 1700 San Jacinto St.
Celebrate the feast of St. Louis, the patron saint of St. Louis Catholic Church in Castroville. This event, held annually since 1882, kicks off with an old-fashioned biergarten on Saturday evening, with food and drinks, live music, polka and Alsatian-style dancing, washer and cornhole tournaments, and children’s games located in the Boardwalk. On Sunday, the main event takes place: a barbecue brisket and sausage lunch. Enjoy music and dancing all day, along with games for adults and children, raffles, a silent auction, bingo, and a country store.
Bandera
Frontier Times Fourth Sunday Jamboree
Aug. 25
Frontier Times Museum, 510 13th St.
The Frontier Times Museum presents this jamboree on the fourth Sunday of each month. The event includes live music, storytelling, and fun for all ages.
Boerne
Kendall County Fair
Aug. 30-Sept. 1
Herff Park, 1307 River Road
The Kendall County Fair Association hosts the 118th annual Kendall County Fair. Head to the fairgrounds for a weekend of good old-fashioned community fun, with vendors, a Queen’s Pageant, a rodeo and livestock show on Friday and Saturday, and Bull Riding Extreme on Sunday. A parade on Main Street takes place on Saturday. Attendees can also see exhibits in the Homestead Heritage Exhibit Hall.
Baytown
Historic Building Tours
Aug. 31
Republic of Texas Plaza, 5117 N. Main St.
On the last Saturday of the month, the historic 1894 one-room Wooster School and 1910 Brown-McKay Farmhouse, located at The Republic of Texas Plaza, are open to the public for tours. Learn about the past at the city’s living history museum.