Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 705 S. Main St.

This three-part journey goes from the top of the Observation Tower to a guided stroll through the 1888 Cotton Belt Train Depot and a 90-minute excursion on Grapevine Vintage Railroad, followed by a chartered ride on the Grapevine visitors shuttle.

grapevinetexasusa.com/event/planes-and-trains-guided-tour/41394/

Roberts Point Park, 301 JC Barr Blvd.

The regatta has been hosted by Lakewood Yacht Club every year since 1987. The offshore race begins in Galveston and ends with a party in Port Aransas. Whether you are new to offshore sailing, a seasoned cruiser, a serious racer, or a spectator, Harvest Moon has something for everyone.

harvestmoonregatta.com

Circuit of The Americas, 9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd

An action-packed experience fuses world-class racing with major championship implications. There’s no shortage of star power off-track as superstars hit the Super Stage with post-race performances each night. Maroon 5 is scheduled for Friday night, and Post Malone is scheduled for Saturday night.

circuitoftheamericas.com/event/f1

Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 705 S. Main St.

Enjoy festive songs, spooky stories, and a special prepackaged bag of treats for every little ghost and goblin. Kids are encouraged to wear their favorite costumes for a train ride filled with family-friendly Halloween fun.

grapevinetexasusa.com/event/trick-%e2%80%98r-treat-trains/41477/

Main Plaza, 100 N. Main St.

This car show, celebrating its 38th year, is open to all British-made automobiles. Come spend the day admiring vehicles manufactured across the pond.

theboernelife.com

The AgriCultural Museum and Arts Center, 102 City Park Road

The AgriCultural Museum and Arts Center hosts its fall antique tractor pull event. Come and watch antique tractors from around Texas compete and see which ones can pull the heaviest weight the furthest distance.

theagricultural.org

Downtown , Main Street

The parade weaves through historical downtown Winnsboro, and cars park on Main Street, where pedestrians can walk among the Model A and Model T cars and inspect these vehicles from a bygone era. Car clubs are welcome. The Classic Car Show, following the parade, is in the parking lot of the train depot.

winnsboroautumntrails.com

Winnsboro Civic Center, 915 Wheeler Drive

Model A automobiles take a tour of Winnsboro and the Piney Woods beginning at the Trail Country Motel. Model A Car Club members are then invited to a barbecue at the Winnsboro Civic Center.

winnsboroautumntrails.com

Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 705 S. Main St.

The Witches’ Brew Train is rolling in with Texas craft brews and deliciously spooky bites, making for a frightfully fun Halloween train ride.

grapevinetexasusa.com/event/witches-brew-train/41478/

Main Plaza, 100 N. Main St.

Experience the premier exhibition of German motoring in the Hill Country. German marques are invited to enter, two wheels or four, and the event is free for spectators. Expected to attract participants from far and wide, the event also showcases music and beauty on Hauptstrasse (Main Street).

germanmotorgathering.com

Riverside Park, 456 McCright Drive

Experience two days of car fun in beautiful Riverside Park. Friday includes a car meet, a cruise through Victoria, and a movie on the big screen. On Saturday, enjoy a custom car show and live music. Food trucks are on site both days.

hotrodriot.com

San Marcos Regional Airport , 1807 Airport Drive

Two days of high-flying action include aerial performances from the U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor, F-16, B-25 Yellow Rose, and more, plus up-close access to historic aircraft and interactive exhibits.

texascapitalairshow.com

Various locations

Austin Studio Tour is a free, city-wide event that invites the public into working artists studios, galleries, and creative spaces across the city. Anyone can browse listings online and in the print guide to find unique locations to visit, purchase art, learn about the creative process, and meet Austin’s most talented artists.

Texas State Railroad, 789 Park Road 70

Step aboard a vintage train for a magical holiday adventure. Sip on hot chocolate, enjoy cookies and festive storytelling, and journey to the North Pole, where Santa greets guests with the first gift of Christmas—a silver sleigh bell. Based on the children’s story, this train ride provides families with merry holiday memories.

texasstaterailroad.net

Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27

Vendors sell new and used guns, knives, ammo coins, jewelry, camping gear, and accessories.

texasgunandknifeshows.com

Kerrville Sports Complex, 111 Home Run Drive

This event is open to cars of all makes, sizes, colors, and speeds. Bring the family out to enjoy the various vehicles, music, food, and fun.

kerrvilletx.gov

Main Street, 705 S. Main St.

Take a magical 45-minute ride on Grapevine Vintage Railroad, where dazzling lights, cheerful elves, Christmas sing-alongs, festive treats, and special moments with Santa and Mrs. Claus bring dreams to life.

grapevinetexasusa.com/grapefest/grapefest-events

Holiday Courtyard, Wimberley Square

Kick off your holiday season at Wimberley’s Lighted Parade, where revelers line the streets of downtown in the evening and watch festive floats, marching bands, classic cars, and Santa’s sleigh sparkle under the stars.

hometownholidays.com

Amarillo Civic Center, 401 S. Buchanan St.

The Amarillo Farm and Ranch Show brings together agriculture professionals, equipment exhibitors, and industry experts for one of the region’s largest agricultural trade events.

amarillofarmshow.com

Downtown, 201 NW Main St.

Calling all cars, trucks, hot rods, rat rods, customs, low riders, and motorcycles. Come out and display your car for a good cause. Bring an unwrapped toy, enjoy music, and see the food truck options.

visitennistexas.com/lightsofennis

The AgriCultural Museum and Arts Center, 102 City Park Road

Enjoy photo ops with Santa by a tractor, antique tractor hayrides, a petting zoo, decorating cookies and Christmas tree ornaments, hot cocoa, Christmas crafts shopping, bluegrass music, a working blacksmith, Texas’ largest antique toy tractor collection, candy-filled stockings for every kid, face painting, and popcorn.

theagricultural.org

Wagon Rides of Bandera gives carriage rides through Bandera City Park to see the holiday lights every Saturday and Sunday evening in December. The pick-up point is in front of Trail Boss Steak House on 11th Street.

wagonridesofbandera.com

Hill Country Veterans Center, 411 Meadow View Lane

Items for sell include new and used guns, knives, coins, cutting boards, and ammunition. All proceeds go to area veterans.

gunshowtrader.com

Enjoy caroling while taking wagon, buggy, or horseback rides.

banderabusiness.com

Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 S. Main St.

More than 70 dealer tables are filled with coins, stamps, currency, gold, jewelry, and proof sets for your shopping pleasure.

grapevinetexasusa.com/event/texas-coin-show/41406

Forest Park, 300 W. Crawford St.

Bundle up for an evening of free carnival rides, train rides, snow activities, and live entertainment. Also find holiday vendors and tasty food for the whole family.

discoverdenison.com/events

Port Aransas Fisherman’s Wharf, 900 Tarpon Street

Holiday-decorated boats go on parade in the city marina, followed by the Holiday Drone Show. Watch the night sky come to life with over 150 drones. Spectators are encouraged to watch from Port Aransas Fisherman’s Wharf and Grumbles, where there’s holiday music, photo ops with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and holiday beverages. Bingo Bells is a festive twist where a scavenger hunt meets classic bingo. Pick up a bingo card and mark off squares as you shop, dine, and enjoy holiday-themed activities around town. Score a bingo and enter a giveaway with prizes.

portaransas.org/event/lighted-boat-parade-%26-holiday-drone-show/5453/

Various locations

Take a holiday stroll along Main Street, where more than 35 downtown shops are dressed for the season. Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts, grab a holiday treat, and see downtown from a horse-drawn carriage.

discoverdenison.com/events

Lakeside Park, 305 Buena Vista Drive

WaterTied Outfitters and the Marble Falls Area Chamber of Commerce invite visitors to gather along the downtown waterfront for the Christmas boat parade and contest. As the sun sets, boats of all sizes sparkle across the lake, decked out in lights, festive décor, and holiday music.

marblefalls.org/events/chamber-events

Main Street, 500 Main Street

Wagon Rides of Bandera gives horse-drawn wagon rides with Santa. The pick-up spot is in front of the Bandera County Courthouse on Main Street.

wagonridesofbandera.com

Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27

Vendors sell new and used guns, knives, ammunition, coins, jewelry, camping gear, and accessories.

texasgunandknifeshows.com

Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, Pioneer Pavilion, SH 16 South

Dealers from throughout Texas display and sell rocks, minerals, fossils, jewelry, and their rare findings. We have hourly door prizes, raffles, and a silent auction. There is a club geologist to help identify mystery rocks.

fredericksburgrockhounds.org

Plano Event Center, 2000 Convention Center Blvd.

The DFW Train Show features operating train layouts, educational clinics, interactive attractions, and more than 60 vendors offering trains, collectibles, scenery, tools, and hobby supplies.

dfwtrainshows.com

Fulton Convention Center, 402 N. Fulton Beach Road

Winter Texans are encouraged to stop by for refreshments, collect info from local businesses, learn about local attractions, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy live entertainment, food, and games at local RV parks.

visitrockportfulton.com

Amarillo Civic Center, 401 S. Buchanan St.

Pioneer Gun Collectors Association hosts this gun show, with exhibitors buying, selling, and trading merchandise.

amarillociviccenter.com