A note regarding COVID-19
Upcoming Events in BIG BEND COUNTRY
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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Spirits of the West Wine and Beef Fest
April 19-20
Texas winemakers, spirit distillers, and brewmasters come together with beef producers and chefs from across Texas at this open-air festival with lots of live music on the grounds of the Brewster County Courthouse.
El Paso
Luis Miguel in Concert
May 1-2
Don Haskins Center, 151 Glory Road
Latin superstar Luis Miguel has been exciting audiences with his Spanish pop-rock songs, romantic ballads, and dynamic stage shows since he was a teenager. This is the Mexican singer’s first tour since his 2018-19 tour broke records for highest-grossing Latin tour of all time.
Alpine
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
May 4
Downtown Alpine, 103 E. Murphy St.
Alpine’s Cinco de Mayo Celebration is a local tradition featuring a themed downtown parade, music, dancing, a car show, and the popular “Gran Mercado” (Great Market) on historic Murphy Street.
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.
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.
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
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.
Fort Stockton
Summer Off the Patio Concert Series
June 13, 27; July 11, 25
Annie Riggs Museum, 301 S. Main St.
This annual summer concert series features Texas talent off the patio of the Annie Riggs Museum on every other Thursday night in June and July. Food and drinks are served while visitors enjoy music under the star-filled skies of West Texas.
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.
Del Rio
Independence Day Rodeo
June 28-29
Val Verde Fairgrounds , 2006 N. Main St.
Take the family out for a rodeo night, presented by the Rotary Club of Del Rio, complete with bull riding, barrel racing, and mutton bustin’ among other traditional rodeo events.
Odessa
Firecracker Fandango
July 4
Downtown Odessa, 500 N. Grant Ave.
Celebrate the Fourth with an evening of live music, local vendors, food trucks, and a children’s area. The event ends with a fireworks display.
Alpine
Fourth of July Celebration
July 4
Kokernot Municipal Park, 1500 Fighting Buck Ave.
Alpine celebrates Independence Day with the annual parade, car show, live music, and fireworks. There’s also Alpine Cowboys baseball and outdoor theater. This year, civic groups are investigating and reviving past Alpine traditions for the holiday.
“Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood”
July 5-28
Kokernot Outdoor Theatre, 1104 Loop Road
Theatre of the Big Bend presents a production of Ken Ludwig’s swashbuckling adventure. Packed with thrills, romance, laughter, and immortal characters like Little John, Friar Tuck, and Maid Marian, “Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood” tells the enduring story of a hero of the people who takes on the ruthless powers that be.
Midland
Celebration of the Arts
July 12-14
Bush Convention Center, 105 N. Main St.
Celebration of the Arts is organized by the Arts Council of Midland and is the cornerstone fine art and craft event in the Permian Basin. It’s the longest running downtown event in Midland, and hosts local entertainers, nonprofit organizations, family activities, and special events throughout the weekend.
Alpine
Viva Big Bend
July 24-28
Various locations
Viva Big Bend’s 13th year features 65-plus shows in a wide range of music genres at more than 12 venues in Alpine, Marfa, Fort Davis, Marathon, and Terlingua.
Big Bend Ranch Rodeo
Aug. 9-10
S.A.L.E. Rodeo Arena, Paso del Norte Road
Sanctioned by the Working Ranch Cowboys Association, this rodeo features brave performances by real working cowboys, a chuckwagon cookoff, and other activities.
