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Galveston
FeatherFest and Nature Photo Festival
April 18-21
Various locations
As one of the nation’s top locations for birding, Galveston Island hosts the 22nd annual FeatherFest birding and nature photography festival. FeatherFest is one of the largest birding festivals in Texas, and the only one with a dedicated nature photography track.
The Woodlands
The Chevron Championship
April 18-21
The Club at Carlton Woods, 1 Carlton Woods Creekside Drive
The Chevron Championship in The Woodlands welcomes the very best of the LPGA Tour as the pro golfers play the first major of the year. Held on the Jack Nicklaus Signature Course at The Club at Carlton Woods, the Chevron Championship promises to be an unparalleled event.
Grand Prairie
Live Thoroughbred Racing
April 18-July 14
Lone Star Park, 1000 Lone Star Parkway
Live racing in Grand Prairie is back for another thoroughbred season. Don’t miss the excitement of horses racing past you at Lone Star Park, a facility that 700,000 horse-racing fans visit annually.
Alpine
Gem and Mineral Show
April 19-21
Alpine Civic Center, 801 W. Holland Ave.
Check out an array of special gems and minerals and see some demonstrations. There are door prizes, and admission is free.
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The Colony
Coach Cox Kids Race by the Lake
April 20
Stewart Creek Park , 3700 Sparks Road
Children ages 9 and under compete in a half-mile race, while kids ages 10-12 run the full 1-mile course. All participants receive a ribbon and a goody bag. T-shirts are guaranteed to the first 100 registered participants.
Aransas Pass
Fishing for Wishes Tournament
April 20
Aransas Pass Convention Center, 700 W. Wheeler Ave.
Support Friends for Wishes, the largest contributor to the Make-A-Wish Foundation in the Texas Gulf Coast and Louisiana, at this fishing tournament where anglers can compete in categories that include redfish, trout, most spots on a redfish, blackjack trout, and Texas Slam. There are also kids’ pier fishing and Make-A-Wish kids fishing tournaments, plus a live auction, drop ticket raffle, and giveaways.
Lake Jackson
Bird Banding
April 20
Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, 299 SH 332 West
Once a month, visitors can watch volunteers collect baseline data on bird populations at the sanctuary. The banding station is an excellent opportunity to see birds up close and to learn about the birds of the Brazosport area.
Kids Reel Big Fish Event
April 20
Sea Center Texas, 302 Medical Drive
Pack your sunscreen, hat, lawn chair, and fishing gear for a couple of hours of catch-and-release fishing at the marine fish hatchery and visitor education center. This event is available to guests 16 years old and younger accompanied by an adult. Anglers must bring their own gear and bait with barbless hooks. No artificial bait or treble hooks. Volunteers and staff are on hand to assist first-time anglers.
Mesquite
Doggy Derby Day
April 20
Opal Lawrence Historical Park, 711 E. Kearney St.
Bring your pups to the park for a day of fun and frolicking. The day includes vendors, dog-obedience and other training demonstrations, and the opportunity to adopt a pooch.
Family Fish
April 20
City Lake Park, 200 Parkview St.
Family Fish is a great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors with the people you love. Come with family and friends and arrive early to receive a free fishing rod while supplies last. Participate in the smallest or largest fish tournament for a chance to win a prize.
Kerrville
Spring Native Plant Sale
April 20
Riverside Nature Center, 150 Francisco Lemos St.
The Spring Native Plant Sale features water-wise perennials and annuals to enhance pollinator and native landscapes.
Teague
Putt Fore a Purpose
April 20
Tri-County Golf Club , 125 PR 940
Join along for the annual Teague Chamber Golf Tournament. It’s a full day of fun with door prizes, swag bags, and lunch.
Junction
Outdoor Women Gone Wild
April 20
Granite Ranch, US 377
Women have the opportunity to learn, develop, and master archery, trailer backing, photography, and shooting.
Hughes Springs
Plant Sale
April 24-27
Spring Park, 603 E. First St.
Hughes Springs hosts their annual Wildflower Trails event in April. The month is filled with town-wide garage sales, trail rides, art contests, carnival rides, vendors, and the Chamber of Commerce annual Plant Sale with an array of plants for your garden, porch, and window.
Corpus Christi
The Birdiest Festival in America
April 24-28
South Texas Botanical Gardens and Nature Center, 8545 S. Staples St.
Spotlighting South Texas’ peak spring migration in one of the country’s busiest flyways is the Birdiest Festival in America. The festival features birding field trips, presentations, workshops, bird walks, and educational programs by Jonathan and Susan Wood of The Raptor Project.
The Woodlands
Memorial Hermann Ironman Texas
April 27
Town Center, 2099 Lake Robbins Drive
Spend a day cheering on athletes at the Memorial Hermann Ironman Texas, designated the North America Championship. The race starts with a 2.4-mile swim in Lake Woodlands, followed by a 112-mile bike ride and a 26.2-mile run along The Woodlands Waterway.
Brazoria
Migration Celebration
April 27-28
San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge, 2547 County Road 306
At this event, qualified naturalists take visitors on tours of San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge by marsh buggy or wagon. Children can participate in activities ranging from archery and fishing for catfish to bug sweeping and touch tanks. Adults and children can both enjoy the “Birds of Prey” show by EarthQuest as well as butterfly encounter tents. Guided walking tours to Bobcat Woods and to the largest Texas live oak are also available.
Ingram
Stonehenge II Celtic Festival and Highland Games
April 27-28
Hill Country Arts Foundation, 120 Point Theatre Road
Learn about Celtic culture while enjoying the festivities that include vendors, clans, music, food, the annual Highland Games, and dancing. The event takes place on the grounds of the Hill Country Arts Foundation which include a replica of Stonehenge that was created by the late Al Shepperd and Doug Hill more than 20 years ago.
New Braunfels
Cal Tri San Antonio
April 28
Texas Ski Ranch, 6700 I-35 North
Participate in 14 event options including seven Olympic distance events (triathlon, triathlon relay, run-bike-run, swim-bike, swim-run, 1640 yard swim, and 10K run) and seven sprint distance events (triathlon, triathlon relay, run-bike-run, swim-bike, swim-run, 400 yard swim, and 5K run).
The Woodlands
Insperity Invitational
April 29-May 5
The Woodlands Country Club Tournament Course, 1730 S Millbend Drive
Head to The Woodlands Country Club tournament course to watch 78 of the best PGA Tour Champions players compete. Spectators are welcome May 1-5, with free admission May 3-5.
Corsicana
Mrs. Texas Pageant
May 2-4
The Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave.
This Texas tradition continues as the Palace hosts the Mrs. Texas Pageant. Events include a fitness competition, private interview, and an evening gown contest. This pageant is the only official state final to Mrs. America and Mrs. World, and the only Texas pageant dedicated solely to married women.
The Woodlands
Hozier in Concert
May 2
The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive
Enjoy the spring weather at an outdoor concert at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. This is one of Hozier’s three Texas stops during his Unreal Unearth tour. The other stops are in Dallas (April 28) and Austin (April 30).
Corpus Christi
PBR: Velocity Tour
May 3-4
American Bank Center, 1901 N. Shoreline Blvd.
The Professional Bull Riders organization brings its Velocity Tour to Corpus Christi during the city’s annual Buc Fest. See some of the best athletes of the sport going head-to-head with the fiercest bulls in the country.
South Padre Island
5K Kemp’s Krawl
May 4
Holiday Inn Resort, 100 Padre Blvd.
Runners, walkers, and everyone in between are invited to traverse the beach to raise money, with all proceeds going directly to the conservation and care of the Texas coast’s precious sea turtles. Starting at the Holiday Inn Resort, this unique community event enables participants to experience the coastal beauty of South Padre Island up close and personal. Finishers receive a T-shirt and medal.
Kerrville
Shatter the Stigma 5K Run/Walk
May 4
Schreiner University, Trailhead Beer Garden, 2100 Memorial Blvd., Building 11
This fun run/walk aims to raise awareness about mental health and to “shatter the stigma” associated with mental illness. Following the race, awards and prizes are handed out.
Stonewall
Williams Creek (Albert) School Open House
May 4
Williams Creek (Albert) School, 5501 S. RR 1623
The Friends of Gillespie County Country Schools invites visitors to attend this open house at the historic Williams Creek (Albert) School. Learn about the limestone building, constructed in 1897, and the community’s German history. Visitors can also explore the grounds that offer birdwatching and geocaching.
Fort Davis
Dark Sky Week
May 7-11
McDonald Observatory, 3640 Dark Sky Drive
Join McDonald Observatory in celebrating the dark skies of West Texas with special tours, science lectures, a film screening, solar viewing, and star parties.
Clute
Planetarium Show
May 7, 14, 21, 24, 28
Center for the Arts and Sciences, 400 College Blvd.
Featuring high-tech equipment including a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector, this show re-creates the night sky as it appears to the naked eye, giving viewers a close-up look at comets, exploding stars, and black holes.
South Padre Island
Shallow Sport Fishing Tournament
May 9-11
South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd.
Anglers compete to nab the largest red drum, trout, and flounder at one of the biggest and best boat owner’s fishing tournaments on the Gulf Coast.
El Campo
Lost Lagoon Anniversary and Mother’s Day Celebration
May 10-12
El Campo Lost Lagoon, 665 County Road 451
Lost Lagoon RV Resort celebrates its anniversary and Mother’s Day with the lively tunes of Rewind Texas, pickleball and cornhole tournaments, and a vendor fair—creating a perfect blend of music, games, and festivities to mark this special occasion and honor moms.
Kerrville
Extreme Dwarfanators Wrestling
May 10
Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27
The world’s smallest wrestlers are competing for the title. They are the baddest little show on earth. Don’t miss this epic event.
Mckinney
Second Saturday Bird Walks
May 11
Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place
Second Saturday Bird Walks in the Heard Wildlife Sanctuary are offered by volunteers from the Prairie and Timbers Audubon Society. These bird walks are intended to help beginning and intermediate birders with bird spotting and identification techniques. There are also plenty of opportunities provided for participants to ask questions from experienced birders. Prairie, woodland, and wetland habitats are included in these walks.
The Woodlands
Woodforest Bank TRI
May 11
Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive
As one of the premier multisport events in the region, the Woodforest Bank TRI offers a beginner-friendly atmosphere, first-rate race management, and scenic courses. The race features a 500-meter open swim, 12.8-mile bike race, and 5K run.
Luling
Field Day
May 16
Luling Foundation Farm, 523 S. Mulberry St.
Luling Foundation Farm is an agriculture demonstration farm established in 1927 to teach diversity in agriculture and improve the lives of farm and ranch families in Caldwell, Gonzales, and Guadalupe counties. The 97th annual field day is a full day of agriculture education offered free of charge.
Fulton
Babes On The Bay
May 17-18
Fulton Convention Center, 402 N. Fulton Beach Road
This is the largest one-day female angler fishing tournament in the country. Women from all over Texas and across the country come together for a fun-filled weekend with live bands, vendor booths, and educational outreach.
Hico
Gravel Locos
May 18
Mustang Hill RV Park and Wild Horse Arena Venue, 7686 CR 199
Gravel Locos is a gravel bike race starting in historic Hico. There are four race routes to choose from (34 miles, 62 miles, 112 miles, and 150 miles), and racers go through town and the countryside. Registration and entry fees are required for each route. The event raises money for the Hico Volunteer Fire Department.
Corpus Christi
Beach to Bay Relay
May 18
JP Luby Beach
Runners across the nation gear up to conquer one of the largest relay marathons in the country, which boasts annual participation of more than 2,000 teams. Participants begin the six-leg race on the sands of North Padre Island, make their way through Naval Air Station Corpus Christi, and end along scenic Shoreline Drive at McCaughan Park. Beach to Bay proudly honors the men and women serving in the military.
South Padre Island
Run the Jailbreak
May 18-19
Clayton’s Beach Bar and Grill, 6900 Padre Blvd.
The Jailbreak Beach Escape has become a South Padre Island tradition. Each May, thousands of runners conquer the 5K course, covering 20 challenging obstacles on the sun-drenched beaches of South Padre before heading to Clayton’s Beach Bar for a Texas-sized beach party.
Lake Jackson
Bird Banding
May 18
Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, 299 SH 332 West
Once a month, visitors can watch volunteers collect baseline data on bird populations at the sanctuary. The banding station is an excellent opportunity to see birds up close and to learn about the birds of the Brazosport area.
Palestine
Gospel Bluegrass Festival
May 23-26
Salmon Lake Park Texas, 247 Salmon Lake Road
The 27th annual Memorial Day Gospel Bluegrass Festival at Salmon Lake Park in Grapeland includes performances by The Gospel Plowboys, The Cox Family, The Marksmen, High Fidelity, and several others. RVs are welcome.
Boerne
Art Waddle
May 25
Hill Country Mile, Main Street
The 12th annual Boerne Art Waddle takes place along the Cibolo Creek Trail, providing a relaxed atmosphere with the attributes of a major fine art festival. A self-guided route map provides artist locations, and waddlers have the opportunity to interact with the artists through demonstrations and booth chats in their assigned areas.
Memorial Day Tribute: The Woodwind Winds in Concert
May 25
Cave Without a Name Throne Room, 325 Kreutzberg Road
The woodwind quintet based in The Woodlands is comprised of five talented musicians who collaborate to create a uniquely vibrant woodwind quintet soundscape with an expanded repertoire beyond the standard quartet pieces, including popular and seasonal music.
Fulton
Fishing Expo
May 26-28
Fulton Convention Center, 402 N. Fulton Beach Road
At this annual expo, visitors can find some of the finest tackle used by industry pros and recreational anglers, along with guides, apparel, art, and other merchandise for all their fishing needs. The family-oriented event, which has indoor and outdoor vendor booths, includes the annual Texas Rattler Kids Fishing Tourney and goodie bags for children.
Austin
CapTex Triathlon
May 27
Lady Bird Lake, Downtown Austin, 1200 W. Cesar Chavez St.
All levels of athletes from top-ranked professionals to first-time triathletes compete in this triathlon, which includes the USA Paratriathlon National Championship. The race begins with a swim in Lady Bird Lake with beautiful views of the downtown Austin skyline. The bike course takes athletes right to the heart of downtown Austin and directly into the Texas capitol. The race concludes with a run through Butler Park and the Palmer Events Center before the rousing finish and post-race party at Vic Mathias Shores (Auditorium Shores).
Alpine
Cowboys Baseball Opening Game
May 29
Kokernot Field, 400 E. Hendryx Ave.
Watch the Alpine Cowboys opening home game of the summer season. The Cowboys are a professional baseball team playing in the independent Pecos League.
Kerrville
Shakespeare in the Park
May 31-June 1
Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive
Come see “A Comedy of Errors,” about the farcical misadventures of two sets of identical twins, with all the slapstick and mistaken identities you’d expect from a Shakespearean adventure. When the four twins come together, all is finally resolved, and, in one last twist, their parents reunite as well.
Jacksonville
Tomato Festival
May 31-June 8
Various locations
For several days, Jacksonville becomes “Tomatoville.” The festival, marking its 40th anniversary this year, features tomato-eating, salsa, and bloody mary contests; fishing and dodgeball tournaments; a street dance, and many other tomato-centric events.
Graham
Food Truck Championship of Texas
June 1
Graham Downtown Square, 608 Elm St.
Food trucks of all varieties take over “America’s Largest Downtown Square” to compete for the coveted grand champion prize and a total payout of $16,000. The day kicks off with the Possum Pedal Bike Ride early in the morning and ends with a ticketed evening concert at the Young County Arena.
Austin
Pond and Garden Tour
June 1-2
Greater Austin Area, 2220 Barton Springs Road
Take a self-guided tour of ponds and gardens in and around the Austin area. Streams, fountains, waterfalls, dragonflies, koi, amphibians, and aquatic gardening steal the show. Some of these ponds and gardens are even certified wildlife habitats. Proceeds support local ponds, aquatic gardens, parks, and educational programs. Kids 12 and under are free. Pets are not allowed on the tour.
Graham
Possum Pedal Bike Ride
June 1
Downtown Graham Square, 608 Elm St.
With routes ranging from 6 to 76 miles, this ride takes you through the exciting terrain of Young and Jack counties with rolling hills, smooth roads, and some of the most beautiful scenery in Texas.
Boerne
A Day at the Farm and Farmers Market
June 1-29
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.
Mesquite
Off the Rails at Front Street Station
June 1-29
Front Street Station , 100 W. Front St.
Bring a lawn chair and cooler to these concerts featuring a variety of music styles—from Celtic to rockabilly—on Saturday evenings in June.
Lake Jackson
Youth Fishing Event
June 1
Sea Center Texas, 302 Medical Drive
Pack your sunscreen, hat, lawn chair and fishing gear for a couple of hours of catch-and-release fishing at Sea Center Texas’ marine fish hatchery and visitor education center.
Bandera
Morning Ride with Cowboy Breakfast
June 2, 9, 16, 23
Major Hope Corral, 749 Old Medina Highway
Join Bandera Historical Rides for a Sunday morning cowboy breakfast and horseback ride at Major Hope Corral, a horse rescue center outside of Bandera.
Mckinney
Summer Nature Camps
June 3-July 29
Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place
Do you remember the joy of spending childhood summers outdoors? Register for the Heard Summer Nature Camps and share those wonderful moments and memories with your child. The Heard’s mission is to inspire children to discover, enjoy, experience, and restore our priceless environment.
Mesquite
Jazz Breaks
June 3, 17
Mesquite Arts Center Courtyard, 1527 N. Galloway Ave.
On the first and third Monday in June, Jazz Breaks brings local jazz bands to the courtyard for evening concerts.
Amarillo
Starlight Theater Summer Concert Series
June 4-Aug. 6
Sam Houston Park, 4101 Line Ave.
The Starlight Theater Free Summer Concert Series offers free music, local food trucks, vendors, and family-friendly fun on Tuesday evenings at Sam Houston Park until the end of August.
Clute
Planetarium Show
June 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 28-29
Center for the Arts and Sciences, 400 College Blvd.
Featuring high-tech equipment including a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector, this planetarium show recreates the night sky as it appears to the naked eye and gives viewers a close-up look at comets, exploding stars, and black holes. Showdates vary throughout each month.
Baytown
Pirate Party Nights
June 6-Aug. 29
Pirates Bay Waterpark, 5300 East Road
Every Thursday night throughout the summer, Pirates Bay Waterpark hosts these after-hours parties that include dive-in movies and other waterpark fun.
Mckinney
Native Texas Butterfly House and Garden
June 8-Sept. 28
Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place
Walk among native butterflies and other pollinators in the Native Texas Butterfly House and Garden. The butterfly house includes native species, which vary by season and what is available from suppliers. The butterfly garden is filled with host plants that naturally attract these lovely creatures. You may even find new ideas to try in your own garden.
San Marcos
Texas Water Safari
June 8
San Marcos River Park, 211 San Marcos Springs Drive
Considered the world’s toughest canoe race, the Texas Water Safari is a 260-mile-long canoe and kayak race from Spring Lake in San Marcos to the city of Seadrift on the Texas coastline. Come cheer the teams on at San Marcos City Park and Rio Vista Park.
Kerrville
Texas Clash Cage Fight
June 8
Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27
Texas Clash is a nonprofit organization formed to help disadvantage youth in the community by hosting live amateur mixed martial arts and kickboxing events.
Mesquite
Music in the Park
June 10, 24
Mesquite Arts Center Front Yard, 1527 N. Galloway Ave.
On the second and fourth Mondays in June, come listen to songs performed by the Mesquite Community Band, an all-volunteer band consisting of musicians of all levels from the community.
Port Aransas
Ladies’ Powder Puff Fishing Tournament
June 14-15
Fisherman’s Wharf, 900 Tarpon St.
This is the largest all-female fishing tournament on the Texas coast. Trophies are awarded to first, second, and third place finishers in the guided and amateur divisions.
Italy
Tour d’Italia
June 15
Italy High School, 300 College St.
Benefitting Italy High School, the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, and other North Texas charities, Tour d’Italia enters its 38th year. Join over 1,400 bicyclists on routes ranging from 12 to 63 miles. Families are welcome, and finishers receive a T-shirt and post-ride snow cones.
Allen
Texas Beekeepers Association Summer Clinic
June 15
Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Allen, 210 E. Stacy Road
Calling all beekeepers and anyone interested in learning more about bees. The theme for this year’s clinic is honey. Expert speakers talk about how to help your bees become more successful, and classes are available for all levels of beekeeping. There are vendors available with everything needed to be successful, as well as specialty items of bee products and crafts.
Amarillo
Aaron Watson in Concert
June 15
Starlight Ranch Event Center, 1415 Sunrise Drive
Chart-topping country singer (“The Underdog”) and Amarillo native Aaron Watson makes his return to Starlight Ranch. This is a lawn chair-friendly outdoor show on the main stage.
Lake Jackson
Bird Banding
June 15, July 20, Aug. 17
Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, 299 SH 332 West
Once a month, visitors can watch volunteers collect baseline data on bird populations at the sanctuary. The banding station is an excellent opportunity to see birds up close and to learn about the birds of the Brazosport area.
Corpus Christi
WWE “Monday Night Raw”
June 17
American Bank Center, 1901 N. Shoreline Blvd.
For more than 30 years, “Monday Night Raw” has been WWE’s flagship show. Fans across the world love the action-packed and drama-filled episodes of “Raw,” and WWE’s greatest stars such as The Undertaker, “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, Becky Lynch, Triple H, Shawn Michaels, and Charlotte Flair have competed.
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Port Arthur
S.A.L.T. Summer Classic
June 19-21
S.A.L.T. Club, 900 T.B. Elison Pkwy.
The Saltwater Anglers League of Texas hosts a fishing tournament from Pleasure Island in the Cajun Capital of Texas. Look for multiple adult divisions and a free kid division.
South Padre Island
Beach Bash Skate Jam
June 21
John L. Tompkins Park, 6100 South Padre Blvd.
At South Padre Island’s annual skate competition, there’s live music, food, and cash prizes.
New Braunfels
Pop-Up Yoga Class
June 21
Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Road
Celebrate International Day of Yoga at Gruene Hall, Texas’ oldest dance hall. Join instructor Melissa Welch-Lamoreaux for a pop-up yoga class that lasts one hour and 15 minutes and is designed for adults. Children ages 12 and older are welcome to attend with their parent or guardian. Bring a yoga mat (and other personal props that make you comfortable). All experience levels are invited.
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.
Mckinney
Night Out at the Heard
June 22
Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place
Join Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary for an evening of live music, delicious cuisine, and a relaxed atmosphere at a fundraising event. This adults-only gathering invites you to unwind and enjoy the simple pleasures under the stars, including dancing, food trucks, and a cash bar.
Garland
DFW Asian-American Soccer Tournament
June 22-23
Winters Park, 1330 Spring Creek Drive
Diversity, culture, and the love for soccer bring 36 teams from all over the nation and Canada to Garland each summer.
Boerne
Music in the Cave: Summer Solstice
June 22
Cave Without a Name Throne Room, 325 Kreutzberg Road
Enjoy a variety of acoustic, world-beat music styles featuring the words and music of singer/performance artist Rudi Harst (vocals, acoustic guitar, Native American flute, dulcimer, harmonica, Tibetan bowls) surrounded by the Rudiments.
Moondance Concert
June 22, July 20, Aug. 17
Cibolo Center for Conservation, 140 City Park Road
Moondance is a longstanding, beloved tradition at the Cibolo. Grab your lawn chairs, coolers, and friends, and come enjoy live music from local bands under the oak trees. This summer, the center welcomes Trey Gonzalez, the Randy Carson Band, and Cactus Country.
Baytown
Full Moon Hike
June 22, July 20, Aug. 17
Baytown Nature Center, 6213 Bayway Drive
Enjoy a nighttime walk and explore nature’s handiwork. Take advanatage of this opportunity to visit the nocturnal habitats that are home to owls, raccoons, opossums, and other wildlife that emerge after dark.
Plano
Plano Community Band Summer Concert
June 24
Haggard Park, 901 E. 15th St.
Enjoy a picnic under the lush shade trees with wonderful music to serenade you. Bring your own blanket or folding chairs. Leashed dogs are welcomed.
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Boerne
Tour de Boerne
June 29
Don Strange Ranch, 103 Waring Welfare Road
Ready for a Texas-size challenge? Saddle up for a ride across beautiful terrain. Known for steep hills, epic views, and friendly faces, the Tour de Boerne is the fastest-growing charity bike ride in the Lone Star State. The race begins and ends at Don Strange Ranch.
Grand Prairie
Dollar Day and Summer Turf Festival
June 29
Lone Star Park, 1000 Lone Star Parkway
The fan favorite Dollar Day returns to Lone Star Park. Enjoy general admission, Pepsi, hot dogs, popcorn, and beer all for $1 an item. There’s also live music and the featured open condition turf horse races.
Austin
Copa America Tournament Matches
June 30-July 2
Q2 Stadium, 10414 Mc Kalla Place
One of the longest-running and most prestigious international soccer tournaments is coming to Austin for two matches. On June 30th, Venezuela takes on Jamaica, followed by Paraguay versus the winner of the Concacaf playoff on July 2nd.
Boerne
Boerne Concert Band in Concert
June 30
Main Plaza, 100 N. Main St.
The Boerne Concert Band plays a wide range of music that people of all ages can enjoy. This month, the group of volunteer musicians performs a concert in the park in honor of Independence Day.
Clute
Planetarium Show
July 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 26-27, 30
Center for the Arts and Sciences, 400 College Blvd.
Featuring high-tech equipment including a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector, this planetarium show recreates the night sky as it appears to the naked eye and gives viewers a close-up look at comets, exploding stars, and black holes. Showdates vary throughout each month.
Waxahachie
Crape Myrtle Festival and Parade
July 3-4
Waxahachie Sports Complex; Historic Downtown , 151 Broadhead Road; 100 W. Main St.
Designated the Crape Myrtle Capital of Texas, Waxahachie hosts this 26th annual celebration which features a tailgate party and concert at Waxahachie Sports Complex, followed the next day by a parade through historic downtown Waxahachie, where blooming crape myrtles line the street, and a fireworks show.
Grand Prairie
Lone Stars and Stripes Celebration
July 3-4
Lone Star Park, 1000 Lone Star Parkway
Celebrate the Fourth of July at the racetrack. After the last horse race, stay to enjoy a 20-minute firework show choreographed to music.
Plano
Patriotic Concert
July 3
Haggard Park, 901 E. 15th St.
It’s time to strike up the band and celebrate America. The Plano Community Band Patriotic performs compositions for a patriotic concert in Haggard Park in Downtown Plano Historic Arts District.
Boerne
Independence Day Fireworks
July 4
Boerne City Park, 106 City Park Road
The annual Boerne Independence Day fireworks show begins at 9:15 p.m. and is scheduled to last 20-25 minutes. Prime viewing is available at the Kendall County Fairgrounds and Champion High School.
Flag Run 5K
July 4
Show your American pride by wearing red, white, and blue and bringing a flag for this Fourth of July run. Each runner receives a T-shirt and finisher medal. Food, drinks, music, aid stations, and timing are available at the run, which begins and ends at Main Plaza.
Kerrville
Fourth on the River
July 4
Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive
Head to Kerrville for the city’s annual Fourth of July celebration consisting of a concert, vendors, and the largest fireworks display in the Texas Hill Country.
Freeport
Fishin’ Fiesta
July 4-7
Freeport Municipal Park, 421 N. Brazosport Blvd.
Since 1947, anglers have been drawn to this fishing tournament in the hopes of catching the biggest redfish, barracuda, or any other offshore or inshore fish. Along with fishing, the Fiesta has games, food, live entertainment, dances, arts and crafts, and a fireworks display on Saturday night. The tournament is one of the largest on the Gulf and includes prizes for both offshore and inshore categories.
Plano
All-American Fourth
July 4
Oak Point Park and Special Events Field, 2801 E. Spring Creek Parkway
Celebrate Independence Day at this family-friendly event. Come enjoy the kids’ zone and a fireworks show. Vendors have food and beverages available for purchase. Blankets, lawn chairs, and coolers are welcome, but please leave all pets at home.
Houston
Freedom Over Texas
July 4
Eleanor Tinsley Park at Buffalo Bayou
Houston’s official July Fourth celebration offers a live concert featuring a nationally known and recognized recording artist, and one of the largest fireworks displays in the United States.
Boerne
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.
Bandera
Morning Ride with Cowboy Breakfast
July 7, 14, 21, 28
Major Hope Corral, 749 Old Medina Highway
Join Bandera Historical Rides for a Sunday morning cowboy breakfast and horseback ride at Major Hope Corral, a horse rescue center outside of Bandera.
Port Aransas
Deep Sea Roundup
July 11-14
Fisherman’s Wharf, 900 Tarpon St.
Dating back to the 1930s, the Deep Sea Roundup is the oldest fishing tournament on the Gulf Coast. The fish categories remain the same, following the Texas and federal fishing guidelines. This is a tournament for all who wish to participate—men, women, and youth—with trophies given out to first, second and third place in the guided and amateur divisions. Weigh-in for all divisions is at the Fred Rhodes Pavilion in Roberts Point Park.
Ingram
“Charlotte’s Web”
July 11, 13, 19, 21, 26
Hill Country Arts Foundation, 120 Point Theatre Road
The classic children’s story about friendship, courage, and self-sacrifice comes to life on the outdoor stage at the Hill Country Arts Foundation. The play runs on different nights from the other children’s production, “The Velveteen Rabbit.”
South Padre Island
Ron Hoover Fishing Tournament
July 12-13
South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd.
Anglers compete in an exciting bay tournament, with a portion of proceeds going to Make-A-Wish of the Rio Grande Valley.
Ingram
“The Velveteen Rabbit”
July 12, 18, 20, 25, 27
Hill Country Arts Foundation, 120 Point Theatre Road
Hill Country Arts Foundation presents the story of a stuffed rabbit who is given to a child at Christmas and told that if he is loved enough, he’ll become real. When the child falls ill, the toy is to be thrown away but is given a new life and a new view of reality. The play runs on different nights from the other children’s production, “Charlotte’s Web.”
Lampasas
Toughest 10K in Texas 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run
July 13
Lampasas Middle School—Bozarth Fowler Gym, 902 S. Broad St.
Runners come from all over the United States to attend this race, which is in its 44th year and held during the annual Lampasas Spring Ho Festival. Hosted by the Lampasas Chamber of Commerce, the proceeds from this race get put back into the community. The race starts and finishes at Lampasas Middle School. All races are timed and scored, and medals are given in a variety of categories. The race also features a 5K and a 1-mile fun run.
Kerrville
Texas Gun and Knife Show
July 13-14
Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27
Vendors sell new and used guns, knives, ammunition, coins, jewelry, camping gear, accessories, and other items for hunters, outdoors people, and collectors.
Fredericksburg
Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing
July 20-21
Gillespie County Fairgrounds and Exhibition Hall, 530 Fair Drive
During the summer season, see exciting live horse racing at the fairgrounds’ Class 3 track. Pick your favorites for quarter horse and thoroughbred racing as well as special races, trials, and futurities.
Kerrville
Heart of the Hills Golf Tournament
July 23-26
Scott Schreiner Municipal Golf Course, 1 Country Club Drive
For more than 75 years, golfers from around the country and state have competed in this annual 72-hole tournament.
Corpus Christi
Plumeria Sale
July 27
Jewish Community Center, 750 Everhart Road
Members of the Plumeria Society of South Texas offer propagate cuttings, rooted plants, and potted specimens from personal plants to sell at their annual Plumeria Sale. Admission is free, and proceeds benefit care and upkeep of the plumeria garden at the South Texas Botanical Gardens.
Rockport
Rockin’ Rockport Regatta
July 27-28
Rockport Yacht Club, 722 Navigation Circle
The Rockport Yacht Club hosts this annual Texas Sailing Association-sanctioned youth sailing event, where participants must be under 20 to compete. Potentially 90 boats may be entered in this event that brings families to the Rockport area for a summer weekend.
Galveston
Esports Summit
July 27-28
Galveston Island Convention Center, 5600 Seawall Blvd.
Enjoy an opportunity to look, learn, and participate in this fast-growing entertainment industry. Daily panels focus on the influence esports has on STEM education, mental and physical health, and diversity in gaming. There are also appearances by voiceover and game celebrities and game developers, demonstrations, gaming areas, and tournaments for all ages.
Hearne
Texas Big Paragliding Open Distance
July 28-Aug. 2
Hearne Municipal Airport, FM 485 and Crennan Lane
Watch David Prentice and all the paragliders who embark on the Hearne Municipal Airport. The LoneStar XC Camp is designed for all levels of paraglider pilots who want to improve thermal and XC skills in a low-stress environment.
South Padre Island
Texas International Fishing Tournament
July 31-Aug. 4
South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd.
Surrounded by the sparkling waters of the Laguna Madre Bay and Gulf of Mexico, Port Isabel and South Padre Island play host to Texas’ largest saltwater fishing tournament. Anglers compete in one of three divisions: bay, tarpon, and offshore. Dockside, thousands of spectators turn out to view impressive catches of blue marlin, white marlin, and sailfish brought in by the big boats offshore.
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Houston
Shakespeare Festival
Aug. 1-10
Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6000 Hermann Park Drive
Debuting in 1975, the Houston Shakespeare Festival, a collaboration between the city and the University of Houston’s School of Theatre, offers free public performances of the Bard’s works each summer at Hermann Park’s Miller Outdoor Theatre. There is seating on the hill and in the covered audience area.
Boerne
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.
Clute
Planetarium Show
Aug. 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 23-24, 27, 31
Center for the Arts and Sciences, 400 College Blvd.
Featuring high-tech equipment including a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector, this planetarium show recreates the night sky as it appears to the naked eye and gives viewers a close-up look at comets, exploding stars, and black holes. Showdates vary throughout each month.
Bandera
Morning Ride with Cowboy Breakfast
Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25
Major Hope Corral, 749 Old Medina Highway
Join Bandera Historical Rides for a Sunday morning cowboy breakfast and horseback ride at Major Hope Corral, a horse rescue center outside of Bandera.
South Padre Island
U.S. National Lifeguard Championships
Aug. 6-9
Isla Grand Beach Resort, 500 Padre Blvd.
Founded in 1964, the United States Lifesaving Association (USLA) is America’s nonprofit, professional association of beach lifeguards and open-water rescuers. The USLA works to reduce the incidence of death and injury in the aquatic environment through public education, national lifeguard standards, training programs, promotion of high levels of lifeguard readiness, and other means. Events include beach runs and sprints, swims, board rescues, and relays.
Port Aransas
Texas Legends Billfish Fishing Tournament
Aug. 7-24
Fisherman’s Wharf, 900 Tarpon St.
This tournament pioneered the concept of a video-release format with points awarded for blue marlin, white marlin, and sailfish. It is unique in that once you are registered in the tournament, you may depart from any Texas port. The Port Aransas weigh-in and awards allows fisherman easy access to the natural offshore structure and deep-water rigs for which this area is famous.
South Padre Island
Ladies Kingfish Tournament
Aug. 9-11
South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd.
The first all-ladies tournament in Texas is divided into two divisions: bay and offshore fishing.
Port Aransas
Majek Owners Tournament
Aug. 9-10
Robert’s Point Park Pavillion, 301 JC Barr Blvd.
The Majek Boats Owners’ Tournament was created to show Majek owners how much they are appreciated as well as bring Majek owners together to show off their boats, meet new friends, and win great prizes including a brand new Majek boat. The fishing tournament gives Majek owners the chance to win the title of the top Majek angler on the Gulf Coast.
Texas Women Anglers Tournament
Aug. 23-25
Fisherman’s Whart, 900 Tarpon St.
The Texas Women Anglers Tournament is a women-only, family-run fishing tournament held every summer in Port Aransas. It was founded in the 1980s with the mission to raise funds for the Women’s Shelter of South Texas, now named The Purple Door. In 1989, 18 boats registered for the tournament with over 50 women anglers. Today, an average of 70 boats and over 400 women anglers gather in Port Aransas to fish the tournament.
Mckinney
Dinosaurs Live!
Aug. 24-Feb. 17
Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place
Encounter the 46-foot-tall T. rex and new life-sized animatronic dinosaurs along the nature trails at the annual exhibit. The exhibit always gives families and friends a fun, educational activity to enjoy together. See the dinosaurs move and hear them roar. An outdoor fossil dig is available for kids. The dinosaur trail is great for jogging strollers, but not suitable for strollers with small wheels or wheelchairs.
Midlothian
Autumn Beats Concert Series
Sept. 7, Oct.5, Nov. 2
Midlothian Community Park, Art Pierard Memorial Amphitheater, 3601 S. 14th St.
These family-friendly outdoor concerts are held in the evenings. Food for purchase is available, and outside food, drinks, and coolers are allowed. Bring chairs and blankets for lawn seating. There is ample free parking.