International Museum of Art and Science, 1900 W. Nolana Ave.

In this exhibition, visitors discover how dinosaurs’ extraordinary story continues today—not as the giant “terrible lizards” of the past, but as the feathered, winged birds both on land and in the sky we know today.

theimasonline.org/dinosaurs-among-us

Magik Theatre, 420 S. Alamo St.

An elephant named Gerald and a pig named Piggie are best friends, but Gerald worries that something could go wrong that would end their friendship. Piggie is not worried at all. She’s even happier and more excited than usual. That’s because she and Gerald are invited to a party hosted by the Squirrelles, three singing squirrels who love to have a good time. And so begins a day when anything is possible. With catchy tunes, lively dances, and plenty of laughs, this show promises an entertaining experience perfect for young audiences ages 3 and up.

magiktheatre.org/elephant-and-piggies-we-are-in-a-play

Bastrop Museum and Visitor Center, 904 Main St.

Explore the Bastrop Museum’s historic quilt collection with pieces ranging from the 1850s to modern day. This coincides with the time-honored tradition of the Airing of the Quilts through the Bastrop community, where local businesses host a variety of quilts from the community.

bastropcountyhistoricalsociety.com/event-details-registration/stitched-exhibit

Five Points Plaza, 100 S. Broadway St.

Experience the magic of Main Street every first Friday of the month from March to May. The historic district transforms into a vibrant hub of activity with live music, shopping, art walks, car shows, and rotating fun each month.

visitlaportetx.com

Western Trail Heritage Park, 415 Main St.

Enjoy free cowboy fun on Main Street in downtown Bandera. Activities can include chuckwagon storyteller, rides on a saddle-broke longhorn, and horse-drawn wagon tours of the town. At Western Trail Heritage Park, see reenactments from the Western Trail Gunfighters at 10 a.m. and noon.

banderacowboycapital.com

Center for the Arts and Sciences, 400 College Blvd.

This show (check for dates throughout the month) features a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector that reproduces the night sky, along with a variety of other high-tech equipment to give visitors a close-up feel of comets, exploding stars, and black holes.

brazosportcenter.org

Inspired Minds Art Center, 121 Main St.

Dive into the colorful world of acrylic paint pouring with this fun and engaging experience. Great for beginners, you receive a crash course in the fundamentals of creating stunning, fluid art through various pouring techniques.

eventvesta.com/events/95636/t/tickets

Downtown Square, 520 W. State St.

Hear free live performances by dynamic artists every first Friday, enjoy delicious local eats, kid-friendly activities, and year-round shows at the Plaza Theatre, Granville Arts Center, and on the downtown square. Some events may require tickets.

visitgarlandtx.com/music-made-here

Hays County Historic Courthouse, 111 E. San Antonio St.

This arts and fine crafts market brings the best local artists together in one place. Find art of all kinds, live music, a free arts and crafts booth for kids, and live art demonstrations.

artsquaredmarket.com

Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place

Visitors have the opportunity to explore larger-than-life animatronic insects and arachnids, strategically positioned along the nature trails of the Heard. This unique exhibit offers a compelling conservation experience designed to deepen the understanding of these fascinating creatures and their vital roles in the ecosystem.

heardmuseum.org/bugs-live

Lake Sweetwater, Country Road 264

The Rattlesnake Gravel Grind benefits the volunteer fire department of Nolan County and takes riders on tours of the scenic areas around Lake Sweetwater as well as farm and ranch roads around Bird Nest Canyon, Happy Valley, Mulberry Canyon, and Panther Canyon. Route distances range from 111, 66, and 32 miles. After the event, enjoy beer, food, and live music.

rattlesnakegravelgrind.bike

Downtown Liberty, 1829 Sam Houston St.

This small town family festival is held around the historic downtown area and opens with various food vendors, arts and crafts vendors, and the Liberty Municipal Library’s book and bake sale. Friday evening features a street dance. Judging for the barbecue cookoff takes place on Saturday. There is also a stage with live entertainment and children’s games and rides.

cityofliberty.org

Santa Fe Plaza, 301 W. Avenue A

Celebrate local and regional craft breweries. Sample unique brews from the finest local breweries while enjoying gourmet food and lively music. There are fun family games and opportunities to learn about native wildflowers and pollinators, plus photo ops and a car show.

templetxevents.com

Lions Club Park, 4800 Nash Drive

Moms and their sons (ages 3–12) embark on an exciting expedition at Lions Club Park, exploring the great outdoors together while testing their skills with a variety of fun activities including archery, fishing, and geocaching.

thecolonytx.gov/840/mother-son-adventure-day

Davey Dogwood Park, 900 N. Link St.

For over 80 years, Palestine has celebrated the delicate beauty of the dogwood trees in Davey Dogwood Park the last two weeks in March and first week in April. Each weekend is filled with activities to complement the celebration, including a festival on the first weekend.

visitpalestine.com

Downtown , 401 W. Main St.

Always the first weekend of the Dogwood Trails Celebration, this event offers craft and novelty vendors, a parade, food vendors, art shows, music, and other fun activities in historic downtown.

palestinechamber.org/dogwood-festival

Davey Dogwood Park, 900 N. Link St.

Explore hidden fairy gardens amidst the scenic trails in Davey Dogwood Park. Wander the path to see magical tiny abodes, handmade by creative designers far and wide. The first half of the mile-long trail is paved for ADA accessibility, with an unpaved loop that is suitable for scooters and strollers.

visitpalestine.com/p/things-to-do/festivals--parades/fairy-garden-trails

Traders Village, 2602 Mayfield Road

Bring the whole family to enjoy live music, shopping, and an array of amusement park rides including the Prairie Screamer, Traders Village new roller coaster.

tradersvillage.com/grand-prairie

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.

frontiertimesmuseum.org

Limestone County Fairgrounds, 922 N. Tyus St., State Highway 14 and FM 1245 East

The Limestone County Fair Association hosts its annual fair and livestock show, with attractions that include an opening weekend barbecue cookoff and concert, a carnival, a pet show, vendors, and a calf scramble.

limestonefair.org

Portland Community Complex, 2000 Billy G. Webb Drive

The annual family-fun festival held in the coastal town of Portland has a parade, cookoffs, the Dachshund Dash, doggie costume contest, a carnival, a cornhole tournament, entertainment, food, a beer garden, and shopping.

windfest.org

Doggett Ford Park, 5115 I-10 South

The fairgrounds are filled to near capacity with over 250 booths dishing out exotic and intriguing dishes made for easy eating on the go. The livestock show has poultry and rabbits, and other fair fun includes a kids’ zone, petting zoo, camel and pony rides, carnival rides, relaxation stations, a school art show, photography contest, quilt show, stunt dog show, and musicians and entertainers.

ymbl.org

Amarillo Civic Center, 401 S. Buchanan St.

This competition brings together high school students worldwide to design, program, and compete with industrial-size robots in a new game challenge. Teams collaborate, innovate, and showcase their engineering skills in a vibrant, competitive atmosphere that promotes STEM education and teamwork.

firstinspires.org/robotics/frc

Shiner Gaslight Dinner Theatre, 207 E. Seventh St.

Someone stole Junie B. Jones’ new furry mittens. So when she finds a wonderful pen of many colors, she should be allowed to keep it, right? Because finders keepers, losers weepers. Junie B. Jones is not a crook ... or is she? A hilarious and heartfelt tale based on the best-selling book series by Barbara Park.

shinergaslight.org

Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area, 2820 CR 414

Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area has a reputation for being a fantastic location for bluebonnet viewing. BLUEM is a family-friendly event filled with games, outdoor recreation, and lots of flowers. Taste delicious food and enjoy local vendors from the Hill Country.

Downtown, 520 W. State St.

Discover creativity at this annual spring arts festival that showcases the city’s vibrant arts community. From engaging in hands-on crafts to enjoying live entertainment, Big Art Day promises a diverse and family-friendly celebration of the arts.

visitgarlandtx.com/big-art-day

The Heritage Museum of The Texas Hill Country, 4831 FM 2673

Join the Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country for an afternoon event that features fossil digs, dinosaur track tours, guest speakers, and other educational yet fun activities.

theheritagemuseum.com/event-details/dinosaur-day-2025

Ennis Welcome Center , 201 NW Main St.

Ennis is home to the official Texas Bluebonnet Trail and was designated the official Bluebonnet City of Texas. In April, Ennis showcases over 40 miles of mapped driving trails sponsored by the Ennis Garden Club. These trails are the oldest such trails known in the state, and tens of thousands of visitors make the short trek to view this wonderful wildflower show.

bluebonnettrail.org

Center for the Arts and Sciences, 400 College Blvd.

This show (check for dates throughout the month) features a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector that reproduces the night sky, along with a variety of other high-tech equipment to give visitors a close-up feel of comets, exploding stars, and black holes.

brazosportcenter.org

Downtown, Main Street

On the first Friday of every month, historic downtown Temple transforms into a giant party. Join along for live music and performances, great drinks, delicious food, and after-hours shopping.

downtowntemple.com

Lake Granbury Conference Center, 621 E. Pearl St.

The second annual North Texas Gourd Festival has booths with finished gourd art, classes, raffles, make-and-take kids’ crafts, and door prizes.

texasgourdsociety.org

Watermelon Thump Pavilion, 319 E. Davis St.

In conjunction with the Oil City Vintage Car and Tractor Show, this barbecue cookoff is International Barbecue Cookers Association sanctioned, while the chili cookoff is Tolbert sanctioned. There is live music all day, and cookoffs benefit the Central Texas Oil Patch Museum.

facebook.com/rajuncajunthrowdown

Lee County Sheriffs Posse Rodeo Arena, 2591 US 290

Are you ready for a rootin’ tootin’ good time? Rodeo Giddings rolls into town with bareback bronc riding, bull riding, steer wrestling, team calf roping, a calf scramble, and mutton bustin’.

lcspgiddings.com

The Hill Country Mile, 100 N. Main St.

Hippity-hop down historic Main Street in search of hidden Easter eggs. Bring the kids to search for eggs and the Easter egg cutouts provided by participating businesses, which also have Egg Hunt Trail cards that list the locations of the eggs around town.

ci.boerne.tx.us/631/easter-egg-hunt

Downtown Buda & Buda Amphitheater, 204 San Antonio St.

Join this citywide birthday bash that transforms downtown Buda into a hub of music, food, art, and entertainment for all ages. The event includes a carnival, a craft market, food vendors, live music, and the Blues Brunch on Sunday at various downtown restaurants.

budasbirthday.com

Temple Railroad and Heritage Musuem , 315 W. Avenue B

The Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum has partnered with Bell County Public Health to bring “Touch-a-Truck.” Bring the family to explore a world on wheels, participate in fun activities, and the best part, touch your favorite kind of vehicle.

templeparks.com/facilities___rentals/temple_railroad___heritage_museum/index.php

Comanche Square, 101 W. Grand Ave.

Set against the picturesque town square, this festival features tastings from local wineries, artisan vendors, and live music. The family-friendly atmosphere invites all to enjoy a perfect day of sunshine, community, and Texas hospitality, all while showcasing the unique tastes and talents of Comanche and the surrounding area.

comanchechamber.org

Murphy Park, 1600 Veterans Drive

A parade includes a birdwatching event at Murphy Park. Attendees are encouraged to dress up as birds.

goodlifetaylor.com

Scarborough Renaissance Festival, 2511 FM 66

Discover a 16th century English village celebrating the visit of King Henry VIII and Queen Katherine Parr, their royal court, and other guests. Visitors can enjoy full combat jousting, birds of prey exhibitions, the Mermaid Lagoon, nonstop Renaissance entertainment, an artisans’ marketplace, demonstrations, children’s knighting ceremonies, human chess matches, the Grande Parade, and themed weekends with interactive activities.

srfestival.com

Western Trail Heritage Park, 415 Main St.

Enjoy free cowboy fun on Main Street in downtown Bandera. Activities can include chuckwagon storyteller, rides on a saddle-broke longhorn, and horse-drawn wagon tours of the town. At Western Trail Heritage Park, see reenactments from the Western Trail Gunfighters at 10 a.m. and noon.

banderacowboycapital.com

Sea Center Texas, 302 Medical Drive

Children can participate in catch-and-release fishing, pet live reptiles, watch the Birds of Prey show, and enjoy other nature-themed activities.

tpwd.texas.gov/fishing/sea-center-texas/

Quintana Neotropical Bird Sanctuary, 814 N. Lamar St.

Spring is peak migration time, so the Gulf Coast Bird Observatory hosts Spring Fling for four weeks. Volunteers and staff are available each day to help identify the migrating and resident birds as well as keep a daily list going.

gcbo.org

Uptown Theater, 120 E. Main St.

This family-oriented show features the unique comedy and juggling skills of Gregory Popovich and the talents of his furry costars. There are more than 25 pets in the show, each one has been rescued from animal shelters and given a new leash on life.

uptowntheatergp.com

Downtown, 100 N. Dallas St.

This three-day festival includes live music at a main stage and entertainment throughout the festival. There are over 60 food, arts, and crafts vendors, and the Wine Wander tent for adults showcases Texas wineries.

bluebonnettrail.org

Downtown, 701 Main St.

The Neches River Festival, a Beaumont tradition since 1949, honors the city’s namesake waterway. Over the years, it has evolved into a vibrant celebration featuring parades, fireworks, riverfront activities, and a strong focus on youth.

Irving Arts Center —Carpenter Performance Hall, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd.

TAKE3 lives at the intersection where pop, rock, and classical fusion collide. Their unmistakable style and infectious joy in music-making bring these three fabulous musicians (violin, cello, and piano) to join the Irving Symphony Orchestra. Hear everything from Bach to Beethoven to the Beatles.

irvingsymphony.org

Lubbock Memorial Civic Center , 1501 Mac Davis Lane

The 47th annual Lubbock Arts Festival celebrates art and sustainability with this year’s “reNEW!” theme. Visitors can enjoy exhibits featuring eco-friendly art, live performances, artist demonstrations, and free children’s activities, all for an affordable admission price.

lubbockartsfestival.org

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.

thecolonytx.gov/836/coach-coxs-kids-race

Grandview City Park, 501 S. Fifth St.

The annual Easter Eggstravaganza is a fun tradition with bounce houses, games, crafts, food trucks, the Easter Bunny, and an Easter egg hunt for children in 6th grade and younger.

cityofgrandview.org

Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive

Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and the friends from “Sesame Street” are coming to your neighborhood for “Sesame Street Live!” Say hello, sing, dance, and play alongside your favorite furry friends, all while you follow Elmo’s puppy, Tango, in a fun game of hide and seek.

texasperformingarts.org

Major Hope Corral, 749 Old Medina Highway

Every month, Major Hope Corral hosts this event that features horseback riding and games, campfire cooking, cowboy music, and fun for the whole family.

banderahistoricalrides.com

Amarillo National Center, 3301 SE 10th Ave.

The competition brings together collegiate riders to showcase their ranching and stock-handling skills through events like reining, cow work, and trail. This event emphasizes traditional horsemanship and ranch work, highlighting the talents of the next generation of skilled riders and stockmen.

nirsha.org/national-show

The Athletic Club , 4100 Blair Oaks Drive

One of the most egg-citing events in The Colony is back. Let your kids gather eggs filled with candy and prizes, then stop by the entertainment zone to ride the giant slides and interact with animals in the petting zoo. Don’t forget to get your photo taken with Peter Rabbit and create an Easter-themed craft. Tickets are only required for the egg hunt portion of the event. All other activities are free of charge.

thecolonytx.gov/828/spring-eggstravaganza

Downtown , Beaton Street

Hop into springtime and embrace the festive spirit at this event that features free photos with the Easter Bunny.

visitcorsicana.com

Varner-Hogg Plantation State Historic Site, 1702 N. 13th St.

Brazoria County’s largest Easter egg hunts offers games, snacks, activities, a vendor market, photos with the Easter Bunny, and thousands of eggs filled with candy or small toys to be found by children ages 12 years and under.

visitvarnerhoggplantation.com

Hunt County Fairgrounds, 9800 Jack Finney Blvd.

See the talents, skills, and aspiration of Hunt County youth at this fair that promotes agricultural growth and awareness through educational programs, competitions in breeding and showing of livestock, and by promoting and supporting the education of local children by providing scholarships. There is live entertainment, food, impressive animals, and a midway of rides and attractions.

huntcountyfair.net

Freestone County Courthouse, 118 E. Commerce St.

Visit the Easter Bunny, participate in the Easter egg hunt, get your face painted, and partake in games and arts and crafts.

fairfieldtexaschamber.com

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, 299 SH 332 West

Watch volunteers collect baseline data on bird populations at the sanctuary. The monthly banding station is an excellent opportunity to see birds up close and to learn all about the birds of the Brazosport area.

gcbo.org

The Salvation Army Kroc Center, 201 Holdsworth Drive

Bring an Easter basket for a family day of fun. The event is filled with bounce houses, face painting, a cake walk, pictures with the Easter Bunny, food vendors, games, and two hunts with over 25,000 candy-filled Easter eggs.

kerrvillekroc.org

The Ridge Marketplace, 13439 S. Ranch Road 783

This annual Easter egg hunt has over 12,000 eggs and a special guest appearance by the Easter Bunny, as well as a petting zoo, unicorn rides, games, arts and crafts, a mini cake walk, a balloon twister, cotton candy, and popcorn. Find the Golden Egg and win a special prize.

shopsattheridge.com

Flat Rock Lake Park, 3840 Riverside Drive

At this fun-filled community event, attendees can enjoy barbecue and other foods, games, rides for all ages, vendors, live music, an Easter egg hunt, an open car and bike show, and a visit from the Easter Bunny.

kerrvillechamber.biz

Ben Gill Park, 1039 Ninth St.

Terrell’s largest community-wide event, the Terrell Jubilee, takes place every April with music, entertainment, arts and crafts, a business expo, carnival rides, a car show, the Fountain 5K Run, and many other activities for all ages.

terrelljubilee.com

580 Sports Complex, 2351 FM 580

There are plenty of rodeo activities to enjoy including mutton bustin’, calf roping, bronc riding, breakaway roping, team roping, a calf scramble, barrel racing, steer wrestling, and bull riding. There are also food trucks and vendors, kids activities, a queen and princess contest, trick riders, and a concert on Saturday evening. The barbecue competition on Saturday features teams vying for points, bragging rights, and awards.

lampasaschamber.org

Downtown , Beaton Street

Celebrate Texas’ first oil boom with festivities such as a chili cookoff, live entertainment including a Battle of the Bands competition, historical tours, and a variety of vendors and food booths. Kids can look forward to carnival rides, pet adoptions, and other activities.

visitcorsicana.com

The Buddy Holly Hall, 1300 Mac Davis Lane

Following a decade touring the world as one of the most successful magic shows in history, the Champions of Magic team are back with an all-new show featuring thrilling and mind-bending illusions. Fusing their skills in grand-scale magic, a flair for spectacle, and undeniable showmanship, this interactive, high-energy show is sure to entertain the entire family.

americantheatreguild.com/lubbock/shows/champions-of-magic

Tyrrell Park Nature Center, 3930 Babe Zaharias Drive

From the heart of Beaumont, a variety of events are planned to entertain all ages. Crawfish and Cajun foods, live music, vendors, and family-friendly activities are planned for a family-friendly weekend.

beaumontcvb.com

Downtown, 103 W. Seventh St.

This is the 26th year that the Red Poppy Capital Of Texas has hosted this festival to celebrate the history and beauty of the city’s poppy season. Taking place in and around the historic town square, the festival features live music and arts performances, handcrafted works from local artisans, a classic car show, food, and family-friendly activities. The parade takes place Saturday morning and passes through the town square.

visit.georgetown.org/events/red_poppy_festival/index.php

Linden City Square, 100 E. Houston St.

The 55th annual tricity festival celebrates the wildflowers that grow between the northeast Texas towns of Linden, Avinger, and Hughes Springs. Festivities, which vary by town, include art, quilt, flower, and car shows; hot dog eating contests; bingo; parades; and live performances.

wildflowertrailsoftexas.org

Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place

The Heard is home to many different frog species and the team wants to share them with you. Start with fun frog facts, a guide on frog sounds, and instructions on how to look and listen for frogs. Then, get out on the trails and find those frogs.

heardmuseum.org/night-hikes

Cornerstone Christian School, 400 Elm St.

Tackle a 5K, one-mile fun run, and the Tot Trot. Everyone in the family can participate.

Wayne Ferguson Plaza, Old Town, 150 W. Church St.

Ring in spring with ColorPalooza, designed to showcase the rich cultural, artistic, and eco-friendly spirit of Lewisville. There are sidewalk chalk art demonstrations, a tie-dye station, live music and cultural performances, and interactive art activities for kids.

lewisvillecolorpalooza.com

Marktplatz, 100 Block of West Main Street

At this annual fundraiser for the Fredericksburg Volunteer Fire Department, have a plate of freshly fried catfish with all the trimmings. There’s a raffle, silent auction, kids’ area, and music. A drive-thru line along West Market Street behind Marktplatz and the fire station makes it easy to grab a plate on the go. Funds are used to buy fire protection gear.

fbgtx.org

Downtown, 530 W. Main St.

Experience the Wild West boomtown that Denison embodied during its founding in the late 19th and early 20th centuries with activities for the whole family. Fun includes a petting zoo, free wagon rides, art displays, cultural and historical demonstrations, gunfight shows, live music and dance performances, and an antiques vendor fair.

facebook.com/docindenisontx

Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, 630 S. Oakes St.

A pancake breakfast, living history demonstrations and displays, and programming celebrate the agricultural and ranching heritage of the Concho Valley.

fortconcho.com

Central Park, 201 S. Austin St.

Find vendors, food booths, kids activities, and live entertainment.

visitseguin.com

San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge, 2547 County Road 316

Children can enjoy activities like archery, fishing for catfish, a BB gun range, bug sweeping, microscopes, touch tanks, and reptiles. Adults and children can both enjoy the “Birds of Prey” show by EarthQuest as well as the butterfly encounter tents. Qualified naturalists give tours of the refuge by marsh buggy or wagon, while guided walking tours are available to Bobcat Woods and to the largest Texas Live Oak.

migrationcelebration.com

Fulton Convention Center Paws and Taws, 402 N. Fulton Beach Road

The festival brings together authors and readers to celebrate books and reading at this free, family-friendly event.

rfbookfestival.com

Smart Financial Centre , 18111 Lexington Blvd.

Highlighting the cultural and artistic diversity of Fort Bend County and beyond, this family-friendly event enters its fourth year with live entertainment, cuisine from local restaurants, a children’s activity tent, a wine and beer garden, 100 artist booths, and live mural painting.

sugarlandartsfest.com

Ellis County Rural Heritage Farm Inc., 130 Cunningham Meadows Road

Bring the family for a Sunday afternoon in the country. Enjoy free wildflower walks, interactive exhibits, and demonstrations about the wildlife, birds, flowers, plants, and trees native to the rich Blackland Prairie of Texas.

ruralheritagefarm.org

Bellville Fruehling Saengerfest, 952 S. Tesch

Originating back to 1860, this local German singing festival has live bands and German choirs at historic Concordia Hall. There are fun activities for children and adults. This is a charitable fundraiser with barbecue chicken and sausage with sauerkraut.

bellvillelions.org

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.

frontiertimesmuseum.org

San Antonio Riverwalk, 909 NE Loop 410, Suite 903

The San Antonio River comes alive with music, festivities, and vibrant floats for the 80th annual Texas Cavaliers River Parade. This one-of-a-kind parade started in 1941 after a group of Texas Cavaliers witnessed boats and barges decorated with flowers in the “floating gardens” of Mexico City. Today, the parade attracts more than 250,000 spectators, and all the proceeds go to local children’s charities.

texascavaliers.org

Johnson Park, 230 Avenue J

Mayfest is a four-day event with food trucks, vendors, live music, games, and carnival rides.

marblefalls.org

American Bank Center, 1901 N. Shoreline Blvd.

Commencing with the mayor of Corpus Christi walking the plank, this pirate-themed festival has a variety of family-friendly activities like the Stripes Carnival, an indoor shopping event coined Treasure Island, multiple parades, Barbecue on the Bay Competition, and the Robotics Rodeo. Families can also attend the Professional Bull Riding Velocity Tour Finals and watch some of the world’s best bull riders compete for the championship title.

bucdays.com

Helotes Cornyval grounds, 12210 Leslie Road

This annual event features a carnival and midway with rides, games, food, and attractions; corn-eating contests; chicken bingo; racing pigs; a cornhole tournament; and a PRCA rodeo.

cornyval.org

Downtown, Main Street

On the first Friday of every month, historic downtown Temple transforms into a giant party. Join along for live music and performances, great drinks, delicious food, and after-hours shopping.

downtowntemple.com

Temple Railroad and Heritage Musuem , 315 W. Avenue B

Get ready to be your own movie star. Join in for crafts and activities that may just remind you of your favorite movie.

templeparks.com

Magik Theatre, 420 S. Alamo St.

Join siblings Sam and Kris on a family-friendly adventure as they stumble upon their dad’s pillow fort-turned-magical portal into the realm of “Lotería,” where their father is unexpectedly trapped. This bilingual production ensures that both English and Spanish speakers can enjoy the adventure.

magiktheatre.org/loteria-game-on

El Campo Lost Lagoon, 665 CR 451

Celebrate the holiday with concerts featuring Ram Herrera, Marcos Orozco, and the David Farias Band; a fajita cookoff; the best margarita competition; a jalapeño eating challenge; family activities; and endless fun in the 650,000-gallon pool with a swim-up bar.

eclostlagoon.com

Prestwick Elementary School, 3101 Stonefield

Birds, planes, and kites, oh my! The Up, Up, and Away! Festival of Flight lifts off for another year of entertainment in the sky. Bring the family out for interactive activities such as kite flying and demonstrations, music, birding demonstrations, and paper airplane making. There’s also giveaways, rides, and food trucks.

thecolonytx.gov/837/up-up-away-festival-of-flight

Pioneer Memorial Library, 115 W. Main St.

The Friends of the Pioneer Memorial Library holds its annual book sale fundraiser. Shop a wide variety of genres at reasonable prices.

facebook.com/pmlfbg

Downtown, 201 E. Nash St.

Held at the intersection of Nash and Adelaide streets near Terrell City Hall, the Taco Festival is full of food vendors with a variety of tacos and other offerings. A kids’ area, arts and crafts vendors, live music, and entertainment are also included.

discoverterrell.com

Downtown, 327 N. Main St.

An incredible day of live entertainment sees performances by top artists including The Josh Weathers Band, The Chad Cook Band, Tyler Nance, The Billie Jo Jones Band, Lane Bricker, and Colby Rogers. There’s also food trucks, vendors, a Bounce House Village for kids, face painting, and history tours.

cityofbonham.org

Old Settlers Association, 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd.

Visitors are able to dip candles, churn butter, make corn husk dolls and rag balls, and wander through reenactment camps and chuckwagon areas. There is live music, pioneer games, historic house tours, and a fully stocked general store.

williamsonmuseum.org

Downtown, 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.

St. John Lutheran Church festival grounds, 210 Hickory Road

This springtime festival promotes and educates the public about honey bees and the nature that surrounds them. Enjoy vendors selling local honey and bee-related crafts. There are also workshops and clinics, local bee keeping clubs, native plant sales, educational groups, and food and drink, including honey beer.

tinyurl.com/4accw2nd

Western Trail Heritage Park, 415 Main St.

Enjoy free cowboy fun on Main Street in downtown Bandera. Activities can include chuckwagon storyteller, rides on a saddle-broke longhorn, and horse-drawn wagon tours of the town. At Western Trail Heritage Park, see reenactments from the Western Trail Gunfighters at 10 a.m. and noon.

banderacowboycapital.com

Center for the Arts and Sciences, 400 College Blvd.

This show (check for dates throughout the month) features a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector that reproduces the night sky, along with a variety of other high-tech equipment to give visitors a close-up feel of comets, exploding stars, and black holes.

brazosportcenter.org

Downtown, 207 E. Main St.

Geeks take over downtown for the 12th annual Geekend. Family-fun activities include live performances, cosplay, games, shopping from vendors, and contests.

facebook.com/kilgoregeekend

This free downtown festival features live music, family activities, downtown shopping, and food vendors, plus sampling and sales of wine and craft beer.

newbraunfels.gov/saengerfest

Pioneer Museum, 325 W. Main St.

On the first Saturday of the month, the Pioneer Museum and the Vereins Kirche Museum offer guests the opportunity to explore a temporary exhibit in the museum store, demonstrations (spinner, handworker, and blacksmithing), the living history interpretors, and a family hands-on activity plus a scavenger hunt.

pioneermuseum.org/first-weekend-at-the-museum

Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St.

The Hill Country Youth Orchestras nurture, encourage, and assist young musicians by sharing the love and joy of music through instruction, concert performances, and community service. All orchestras, with musicians ages 6-18, perform at the spring concert.

hcyo.org

Traders Village, 2602 Mayfield Road

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with live music, dancing, festivities, traditional food, and family fun.

tradersvillage.com/grand-prairie

Wayne Ferguson Plaza, 150 W. Church St.

The popular Sounds of Lewisville concert series, a free family favorite since 1991, presents shows with a wide range of musical genres. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs for their comfort. Well-behaved pets on a leash are allowed at the shows. Food and beverages are available for purchase.

facebook.com/waynefergusonplaza

Hill Country Arts Foundation, 120 Point Theatre Road

See performances of a story filled with humor and love. “Hoodwinked” finds the infamous Captain Hook at the end of his wits due to his enemy, Peter Pan.

hcaf.com

Moody Gardens, 1 Hope Blvd.

Celebrating 28 years, Yaga’s Wild Game and Barbecue Cookoff is a family-friendly, two-day event that directly benefits the Yaga’s Children’s Fund. Activities include live music, a Friday night party, silent auction, 5K run, kids’ area, and vendors.

ycfgalveston.org

El Campo Lost Lagoon, 665 CR 451

In addition to a crawfish and gumbo cookoff, there’s also a bloody mary contest, live music, and activities for kids.

eclostlagoon.com

Fly It! Port A, 405 W. Ave. G

Fly It Port A hosts this open kite fly on the beach. BYOK (Bring Your Own Kite) and help decorate the sky or simply come watch the show. Flyers start setting up around 10 a.m. near beach marker 13 and fly all day weather permitting. There may even be night kites.

portaransas.org

Major Hope Corral, 749 Old Medina Highway

Every month, Major Hope Corral hosts this event that features horseback riding and games, campfire cooking, cowboy music, and fun for the whole family.

banderahistoricalrides.com

Lee County Fairgrounds, 2495 US 290

Enjoy live music from country crooners to indie rock bands; cold brews; local artisans offering handcrafted jewelry to funky art pieces; the Charcoal Challenge BBQ Cookoff, where pitmasters from all over Central Texas come to compete; carnival rides including an antique carousel; special days including Senior Citizens Day (Friday) and Armed Forces Day (Saturday), and a patriotic parade.

leecountyfairtx.com

Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional Airport, 7720 Airport Road

Experience a day full of supersonic-speed jets, gravity-defying aerobatics, parachutists, and exciting ground displays. On Friday, there is an evening air show, live music, and a drone show.

ctxaf.com

Courthouse Square, 400 Spring St.

Held the third weekend in May in downtown, the festival offers live music, a family fun zone, a car show, merchandise and food vendors, a beer garden, and a presentation of the Magnolia Belles.

magnoliadays.org

The 41st annual Main Street Fest, presented by Bank of the West and taking place in the heart of historic Grapevine, is a timeless Texas tradition and family-friendly festival with live music, craft brew and wine experiences, delicious food and unique shopping. Enjoy the carnival and midway, explore the KidZone and experience Texan-size fun all weekend long.

grapevinetexasusa.com/main-street-fest/

Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, 630 S. 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.

fortconcho.com

Downtown, 111 E. San Antonio St.

Celebrate all things mermaid in San Marcos, the official Mermaid Capital of Texas. The Mermaid Promenade has over 100 parade entries, and the Downtown Street Faire has live music, a Kids’ Zone, food courts, and over 140 vendors selling art and handcrafted goods.

mermaidsocietysmtx.com

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. The day is full of entertainment, community booths, family activities, living history demonstrations, special tours, and food and drink.

bluffschuetzenfest.org

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, 299 SH 332 West

Watch volunteers collect baseline data on bird populations at the sanctuary. The monthly banding station is an excellent opportunity to see birds up close and to learn all about the birds of the Brazosport area.

gcbo.org

Hillsboro Downtown District

The family-friendly event features inflatables for the kids, live music, vendors, food, and the Margarita Walk for anyone 21 and older.

hillsborochamber.org

Quiet Valley Ranch, 3876 Medina Highway

Enjoy 18 days and nights of music featuring songwriters of national and international acclaim. This is one of the longest continuously running music festivals in the United States and offers activities for all ages with a focus on nurturing and developing artistic expression, especially the art of songwriting, in a loving family-friendly environment.

kerrvillefolkfestival.org

Market Square, 100 Block of West Main Street

This is a family-friendly event that features live music along with arts and crafts vendors, great food, beverages, and crawfish.

fbgcrawfishfestival.com

Downtown

Spend the day in Chappell Hill and watch and meet artists as they create their artwork throughout town.

chappellhilltx.com

Bandera County Courthouse, 500 Main St.

The annual Memorial Day weekend parade travels down Main Street on Saturday. Head to the courthouse lawn to find arts and crafts vendors at the Stampede Market Days on Saturday and Sunday.

banderaprorodeo.org

Freeport Historical Museum, 311 E. Park Ave.

At this exhibition, visitors can stand inside enormous shark jaws, see life-size models of different sharks, and learn about Freeport’s historic fishing industry.

freeportmuseum.com

Bill Weaver Arena, 101 Parkway Drive

See activities that take place at a traditional “charreada,” which is like a rodeo and practiced in Mexico. Admission is free.

visitlewisville.com

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.

frontiertimesmuseum.org

Lions Club Park, 4800 Nash Drive

Ring in the summer months with games, crafts, activities, treats, summer reading sign-ups, and visits with various city departments. The family-friendly event is free.

visitthecolonytx.com/493/the-colony-summer-kickoff

Grapevine Tower Gallery, 636 S. Main St.

From June through August, celebrate Grapevine’s dinosaur discoveries by visiting the Grapevine Tower Gallery for prehistoric adventures. Follow dinosaur tracks along historic Main Street for fun fossil finds at the shops and cafes and enjoy themed cartoons and movies at the Palace Theatre. Don’t miss out on Grapevine Vintage Railroad’s Dinosaurs on the Tracks or special digs at Nash Farm.

grapevinetexasusa.com/dinosaurs

Central Park, 201 S. Austin St.

The Seguin downtown concert series offers something for almost every musical taste with free, family-friendly concerts. Central Park has plenty of grassy open space for kids to run barefoot, or you can lounge in a lawn chair or on a blanket in the grass. Performances include a mix of music with a final patriotic concert that salutes veterans and active military.

tx-seguin2.civicplus.com/252/central-park-summer-concert-series

Gonzales Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture/Visitor Center, 304 Saint Louis St.

For 45 minutes, explore some of the most historic spots in Gonzales at a relaxed pace. The route starts at the Gonzales Chamber of Commerce, takes you through key sites around the square, and includes a quick 20-minute stop at the Gonzales County Jail Museum, which is just a block away.

tourgonzales.com/events

Rodeo Grounds, 2502 W. Upshur Ave.

Since 1937, Gladewater has featured one of the best known, nationally sanctioned PRCA rodeos in the country with four days of Old West-style rodeo acts, including bull riding.

gladewaterrodeo.com

Downtown, 8 West Plaza

A free music series in downtown Paris offers live music, vendors, food trucks, and activities. Bring a lawn chair.

903sunsets.com

Plaza Park, 206 N. CM Allen Parkway

Pack a lawn chair or a blanket and refreshments and head to Plaza Park for different bands of various genres playing every Thursday night from June through the second week of August.

summerintheparksm.org

Downtown, Main Street

On the first Friday of every month, historic downtown Temple transforms into a giant party. Enjoy street music and live performances, drinks, food, and after-hours shopping.

downtowntemple.com

Johnson Park, 230 Avenue J

The Summer Concert Series offers a vibrant lineup of live music performances set against the picturesque backdrop of the Hill Country. This annual event brings together locals and visitors to enjoy a variety of genres, creating a lively and festive atmosphere in the heart of town.

visitmarblefalls.org/summer-concert-series

Neblett Park, 508 16th St.

Enjoy a free concert while relaxing in the downtown district.

canyonmainstreet.org

Arneson River Theatre, 418 Villita St.

The oldest outdoor dance performance of its kind in the United States, Fiesta Noche del Rio, Spanish for “Party Night on the River,” is a musical variety show of authentic Mexican, Spanish, and Texas songs and dances performed by local professionals. San Antonio’s annual iconic cultural performance, full of colorfully costumed dancers and rich, lush sounds, brings to life the deep roots that make San Antonio a special place for love and life. The audience is seated on tiered grass seats across the river from the stage, located in La Villita, the Little Spanish Village of the city.

fiestanochesa.com

Downtown , 415 N. Grant Ave.

On the first Friday of every month, downtown Odessa transforms into a vibrant hub of art, music, and culture during First Friday ODTX. This community-driven event features local artists, live performances, unique vendor markets, culinary delights, and interactive crafts and activities for all ages.

firstfridayodtx.com

At the 74th annual rodeo, watch the cowgirls run for the best time on barrel racing and then sit back and watch the cowboys rope, ride, and get bucked on the broncos and bulls. The family can enjoy the carnival, mutton busting with young contestants, and the always entertaining 4-H/FFA calf scramble.

visitclifton.org/events

Downtown, Fourth and Magnolia streets

Spend some time outside at this outdoor festival with music, food, and craft vendors.

facebook.com/crossroadshometownfestival

Nash Farm, 626 Ball St.

Bring the family and enjoy learning about dairy processes including milking and butter and cheese making. Feel free to roam and explore the farm while you’re there.

grapevinetexasusa.com/event/dairy-day/40095

HCFA Fairgrounds, 230 Fairgrounds Road

An evening with family and friends includes a street dance, crawfish boil, and live music. Bring your lawn chairs.

junctiontexas.com/cowboys-cajuns

Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum, 315 W. Avenue B

Bring the family to the museum for fun weather experiments.

templerrhm.org

In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Educational Center, 3430 Skyview Drive

Celebrate the big cats at the rescue with free cake and ice cream. There is a dunk tank, games, raffles, food and drinks, and the big cats enjoy ice cream and chicken treats for everyone to see.

insyncexotics.org

Circle T Arena, 4007 SH 36 West

Prime Team Roping presents professional roping events that provide thrilling rodeo action for the entire family.

circletarena.net/events

Mid-Way Regional Airport, 131 Airport Drive

Enjoy classic airplanes and fighters, fly-overs, helicopter rides, the Midlothian Classic Wheels show, live music, and children’s activities.

mid-wayregional.com/events

Johnson County Sheriff’s Posse Grounds, 1315 S. Main St.

Experience a professional rodeo that features bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, bull riding, and ladies barrel racing.

sheriffsposse.com/event-directory/jcsp-prca-rodeo

Lockhart City Park, 504 E. City Park Road

What began over 50 years ago as a hometown celebration inspired by the wild and raucous history of a cattle town along the historic Chisholm Trail has evolved into the quintessential expression of everything there is to love about Lockhart. This family-friendly event hosts an award-winning rodeo, live entertainment, a carnival, food and craft vendors, and a grand parade.

lockhartchamber.com/chisholm-trail-roundup

Longview Convention Complex, 1123 Jaycee Drive

Balloon teams from across the country are competing in hot air balloon races. In addition to the competition, there are vendors, food, drinks, live music, specialty shape balloons, a balloon glow, and a drone show.

gtbr.net

Downtown, 107 N. Oak Ave.

For years, many people have proclaimed The Baker Hotel would make her reappearance “when pigs fly.” Pigs are certainly flying in Mineral Wells and the “Flying Pig” has become synonymous with the rebirth, revitalization, and big dreams coming true across the city. The Flying Pig Festival includes a concert, retail vendors, a food court, kids’ area, car and bike show, pork cookoff, 5K and fun run, and the Kiss-A-Pig Contest.

flyingpigfestival.com

Midlothian Community Park, 3601 S. 14th St.

Family-friendly outdoor concerts feature a variety of music from country to rock and pop. Bring blankets and chairs for lawn seating. Food and drinks are available for purchase. Coolers are allowed.

midlothian.tx.us/summerbeats

Downtown, 200 E. Main St.

One of the most delicious festivals in the Lone Star State, the Texas Blueberry Festival marks its 35th year with a daylong celebration of the blueberry harvest. As the only state-sanctioned blueberry festival in Texas, this annual event attracts more than 19,000 people to downtown Nacogdoches.

visitnacogdoches.org/blueberry

Ben Gill Park, 1039 Ninth St.

The North Texas Antique Tractor and Engine Club hosts their annual show that attracts hundreds of visitors who display their antique tractors of various models. There’s an antique tractor “sled pull” and a tractor parade.

north-texas-antique-tractor-and-engine-club.net

Waco Convention Center, 100 Washington Ave.

If you love games, you’ll love the ATG Expo, where video games, tabletop battles, card game showdowns, corn hole competitions, vendors, artists, cosplay contests, panels, and special guests collide.

atgexpo.com

Historic Route 66 District , Southwest Sixth Avenue

Attendees can expect a wide range of attractions, including vendor booths, food options, live music, Elvis impersonators, Miss Texas Route 66 Pinup Pageant, kids activities, corn dog eating contests, a car show, and a bike show.

visitamarillo.com/events/route-66

Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive

It’s time to enter the multi-verse. The Ninja Kidz are leaping out of your screens and into Austin with “Ninja Kidz Live: Infinite Possibilities.” The fate of the universe hangs in balance as imposters threaten to infiltrate the stage. Join the Ninja Kidz for live action adventure filled with audience participation, physical challenges, games, and epic battles.

texasperformingarts.org

Various locations

Corsicana’s Juneteenth celebration honors history, culture, and community with live entertainment, great food, and family-friendly activities. Join the festivities and be part of a day of reflection, celebration, and unity.

visitcorsicana.com

Harbor Playhouse, 1802 N. Chaparral St.

“Pure Imagination” is a brand-new revue featuring songs from across Music Theatre International’s Broadway Junior collection. From Broadway Junior musicals based on adored titles like “Seussical” and “Shrek The Musical” to Disney favorites like “Beauty and the Beast” and “Frozen,” “Pure Imagination” offers a fun introduction to musical revues for young performers who are new to musical theater.

harborplayhouse.com/2025shows

Virginia Weaver Park, 631 Somerset Drive

Kids ages 6 to 15 can participate in the Triathlon or Splash and Dash, while adults can try the Tri Wave, which includes a 200-meter pool swim, 5-mile bike ride, and 2K run. There’s also the High School Wave, open to teens ages 16 and 17, which is the same as the Tri Wave.

cedarhillkidstri.com

Bowie Community Center, 413 Pelham St.

Started in 1967, the Jim Bowie Days celebration and rodeo is held the last full week in June each summer. Events include a rodeo, parade, concerts, hamburger feed, and cornhole tournament.

jimbowiedays.org

Various locations

Make Music Day is a celebration of music on the summer solstice that is performed by anyone and enjoyed by everyone. It’s a day that encourages people of all ages and skill levels to experience the joy of making music, whether through live performances, interactive experiences, or spontaneous jam sessions around town.

makemusicday.org

Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place

This family-friendly event promises an evening filled with exploration, discovery, and fun activities for all ages. Kids can become citizen scientists, finding and identifying as many insect species as possible within the sanctuary, and participate in a moth event, where they watch as moths gather around special lights set up to attract them.

heardmuseum.org/bugathon

Oak Point Park Special Events Field, 2801 E. Spring Creek Parkway

Held at Oak Point Nature Preserve, the event features certified 10K and 5K courses, convenient parking, and an after-race party. Stick around for the awards ceremony, kids activities, a sponsor village with lots of goodies, ice-cold beer, and watermelon.

runproject.org/events/melon-dash-race

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.

frontiertimesmuseum.org

Alene and Andrew Gibbs Memorial Rodeo Arena, Business 175

The Mabank Rodeo is a weeklong celebration of Mabank’s western heritage with rodeo events every night plus live entertainment and vendors all around.

Van Cliburn Auditorium, 1200 S. Henderson Blvd.

East Texas’ only professional theater company performs each summer in rep two Shakespeare plays, a non-Shakespearean classic, a musical, and a production for children. The main stage productions are produced in rotating repertory Thursday through Sunday, with an afternoon matinee and an evening performance each day. This summer’s list of plays include “Twelfth Night” and “Macbeth.”

texasshakespeare.com

Oak Point Recreation Center, 6000 Jupiter Road

Held every June to bring awareness to the importance of learning how to swim, this fun-filled event is held at Oak Point Recreation Center Pool and every participant (6 and older) receives a free lesson, certificate, and a chance to be a part of the Guinness World Record for the largest swimming lesson.

wlsl.org

Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney St.

Discovery Green’s annual family-friendly Pride celebration returns to the park with an evening of performances and entertainment.

discoverygreen.com

Playhouse 2000 VK Garage Theater, 305 Washington St.

The P2K Youth Theater Summer Musical Camp presents “Finding Nemo Jr.,” the smash-hit musical created from one of Disney/Pixar’s most famous and beloved films.

caillouxperformingarts.com

Various locations

Belton’s weeklong Fourth of July Celebration kicks off with a street party. The highlight of the week is the parade on the Fourth of July, with more than 35,000 people lining the streets and a live, televised broadcast reaching around the world. The rodeo also runs from July 3rd through 5th. Of course, there’s fireworks on July 4th.

beltonchamber.com/4thofjulycelebration.html

Fisherman’s Park, 1200 Willow St.

Get ready for a night of family fun and patriotic celebration with parades, music, games, and fireworks.

visitbastrop.com

Veteran’s Memorial Park, 2301 Ennis Parkway

Freedom Fest is an annual celebration with various family-friendly activities. The event typically begins with the Red, White, and Bike Parade in downtown Ennis, where participants decorate their bicycles, scooters, or wagons in patriotic themes and parade through the tree-lined streets. Afterwards, there are free children’s activities, live music, and fireworks.

visitennistexas.com/freedomfest

Palestine High School Auditorium, 1600 SH Loop 256

The Dogwood Jamboree is a Branson-style country music show filled with family fun, laughter, and classic country music. The concerts take place four times a year in April, June, September, and December.

Running Water Draw Regional Park, 3400 W. Fourth St.

See the annual fireworks show and grab some grub from food trucks in the park.

Freestone County Fairgrounds, 839 E. Commerce St.

Join along in celebration with food, fireworks, and vendors.

fairfieldtexaschamber.com

Veterans Honor Park, 200 Raymond St.

Gather at Veterans Park for a music festival just like the good ol’ days. Bring your blankets and coolers and have a picnic on the grass while listening to some tunes. Nearby is Veterans Honor Park with a memorial to all Lee County veterans as well as a military tank display. Also on site is the Giddings Water Park where kids can splash around, and cornhole equipment for you to enjoy with your family or friends.

giddingstx.com/events-list

Chester L. Davis Sportsplex, 1251 W. League City Parkway

This family-friendly event is free and open to the public and includes a fireworks display, live-music, inflatables, and food trucks. Bring your lawn chairs or blanket to enjoy an evening with family and friends. Fireworks begin at sundown.

leaguecitytx.gov/3708/fireworks-extravaganza

Neblett Park, 508 16th St.

An entire day dedicated to Independence Day includes a parade, the fair on the square, live music, and fireworks to end the day with a bang.

canyonchamber.org

Liberty Hill Middle School, 13125 SH 29

Neighbors and friends gather at Liberty Hill Middle School to celebrate freedom in the most patriotic way. Residents engage in friendly competition for the coveted blue ribbon in challenges like the homemade apple pie contest, watermelon seed spitting contest, and the hot dog eating contest. A fireworks show ends the night.

experiencelhtx.com/independence-day-spectacular

Downtown, 520 W. State St.

Celebrate Independence Day in downtown Garland with an evening of music, delicious food, games for all ages, and a stunning drone show—all with free admission. The festivities kick off with the presentation of colors and patriotic songs.

visitgarlandtx.com/red-white-and-you

Bill Aylor Sr. Memorial River Stage, 16 E. Avenue A

A concert full of local talent is followed by one of the largest fireworks displays in West Texas that gets bigger and better each year. The event supports local first responders and military.

Lake Gladewater, 1604 Lakeshore Drive

See fireworks over Lake Gladewater and the Austin Bank Boat Parade. Food trucks are on site.

gladewaterchamber.org

Pecan Grove West Park, 3200 Canyon Creek Drive

The 16th annual Independence Day celebration includes live music, vendors, and fireworks. Bring a picnic if you’d like, and bring lawn chairs to enjoy the fireworks show.

facebook.com/shermanhsn

Hughes Springs ISD, 809 Russell St.

The local volunteer fire department shoots off a fireworks show for all to see.

hschamber.org

Firemen’s Park, 2591 US 290

Start with a lazy day in the park at Fireman’s Park, as the Giddings Volunteer Fire Department cooks up some delicious barbecue at their fundraiser. Then, bid on some great items at their annual auction. In the evening, you can trek over to the rodeo arena next door for the Fury on the Fourth Championship Bull Riding event. Afterwards, return to the park for a spectacular fireworks display.

giddingstx.com/events-list

Lee County Sheriff’s Posse Rodeo Arena, 2495 US 290 West

See championship bull riding at Fury on the Fourth. Brave cowboys and powerful bulls provide excitement, then you can cheer for the youngsters as they take on mutton bustin’. The event is followed by a dance or you can head next door for a spectacular fireworks display.

giddingstx.com/events-list

Lake Bonham , 7506 Lake Bonham Drive

An electrifying fireworks display starts at dusk and lasts 20 minutes. The rainout day is Sunday, July 5th. This event is open to the public, so don’t forget to bring your lawn chair.

cityofbonham.org

Newman Park, 100 Jackhazard Drive

The fireworks show for Nolan County starts at dark and lights up the sky with spectacular bursts of color.

Festival Park, 507 S. Pecan St.

The annual Fourth of July celebration features fireworks, food trucks, and vendors. Bring the whole family for this locally loved event.

visitnacogdoches.org/events

Downtown , 102 E. First St.

The Milam County Fourth of July Celebration kicks off on the square in downtown Cameron. Activities for the event include a kids’ area and a water slide. Vendors provide a variety of food and beverages, snow cones, and products of all kinds. Music plays all evening, and fireworks start at dark.

cameron-tx.com

Lakeside Park, 305 Buena Vista Drive

Independence Day festivities involve a free swim day at Lakeside Pool, vendors, live music, and fireworks over Lake Marble Falls at dark.

marblefallstx.gov/805/july-4th-fireworks-celebration-and-parad

Schreiner Park, 402 Main St.

Independence Day events start with a parade in the morning, followed by a fireworks show at dark.

junctiontexas.com/july-4th

Downtown, Grant Avenue

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.

Seabourne Creek Nature Park, 3831 SH 36 South

Celebrate Independence Day with live music, kids’ activities, and food trucks. The night ends with a fireworks show. Bring blankets, lawn chairs, and bug spray for an enjoyable evening.

rosenbergtx.gov/217/family-4th-celebration

City Hall, 200 E. McAlpine St.

The annual Fourth of July parade along Washington Avenue in downtown Navasota ends with a festival that includes live music, kids’ activities, local food trucks, and fireworks.

visitnavasota.com

Longview Convention Complex, 1123 Jaycee Drive

Enjoy a free concert on the outdoor Zippy J’s music stage. There’s also a free cruise night and patriotic car show. Bring your classic, custom, or patriotically decorated vehicle to receive prime parking as space allows. Vendors, entertainment, a hot dog eating contest, trivia, cornhole, and fireworks are also happening around town.

longviewtexas.gov/2394/fireworks

Downtown , 121 E. Dallas St.

Get ready for a star-spangled celebration in Canton. Join in for the annual Fourth of July Parade, plus a watermelon eating contest.

Kilgore City Park, East North Street

A concert by The Jukebox Heroes starts in the evening, then fireworks begin at night. Bring chairs and blankets.

visitkilgore.com/fourth-of-july-extravaganza

Independence Square, 500 N. Saint Joseph St.

Celebrate the Fourth of July in downtown Gonzales. Previous festivities have included food and merchandise vendors, music, a parade, and fireworks.

gonzales.texas.gov/p/departments/main-street

Carl A. Parker Multipurpose Center, 1800 Lakeshore Drive

Watch fireworks along the Port Arthur Seawall. Family events start in the evening, so come out early.

lamarpa.edu

Lake Grapevine, 707 S. Main St.

Bring the family to Lake Grapevine for Grapevine’s 43rd annual July Fourth Fireworks Extravaganza. A spectacular fireworks display, set to patriotic music, lights up the sky for just under 20 minutes.

grapevinetexasusa.com/event/43rd-annual-4th-of-july-extravaganza/40037

Downtown

Celebrate Independence Day with floats galore and the famous marching kazoo band.

chappellhilltx.com

San Gabriel Park, 445 E. Morrow St.

The Sertoma Club rings in the Fourth with live entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, a beer and wine vendor, petting zoo, food, classic and antique cars, games, rides for children and adults, and fireworks. Admission is free.

visit.georgetown.org/business_detail_T27_R858.php

Granbury Square, 201 E. Pearl St.

The Granbury square comes alive with vendors offering an impressive range of products and services, including souvenirs, handmade crafts, and food. The Fourth of July parade is a beloved tradition, as colorful floats, marching bands, and community organizations come together to showcase their patriotic spirit. At dark, fireworks light up Lake Granbury.

granburychamber.com/hometown-4th-of-july

Brewster County Courthouse, 201 W. Avenue E

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.

City Park, 222 San Antonio Road

This small-town event grows each year with a headlining country artist and a parade.

visitlaverniatx.com

Davy Crockett Memorial Park, 600 Bradshaw St.

The Independence Day celebration begins with a traditional parade starting downtown to end at the Davy Crockett Memorial Park, where food vendors and crafts are available for attendees as they enjoy music and kids’ activities. The exciting 20-minute fireworks show starts as soon as it gets dark.

facebook.com/share/1D5vNo7Qsq

Main Street

This small town patriotic parade runs down historic Main Street and features over 100 floats.

fbgtxparade.org

Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27

This rodeo includes bareback and saddle bronc riding, calf roping, team roping, ladies barrel racing, bull riding, calf scramble, and mutton bustin’ for the kids.

facebook.com/lestermeierrodeoco

Pleasure Point Park, County Road 4860

The Winnsboro Chamber of Commerce invites visitors to its annual fireworks display. Celebrate Independence Day at Lake Winnsboro and experience the beauty of the lake while enjoying a spectacular fireworks show.

winnsboro.com

Bandera City Park, 173 Main St.

Cowboy Capital Pet Assitance League, Inc. presents its 27th annual Pet Parade. Dress up your pets and join the fun. There are contests for best creative costume, best in show, and other categories.

ccpalrescue.org

Celebrate the nation’s birthday in the Cowboy Capital of the World. Along with the parade, visitors can enjoy lots of country music and nightlife.

banderacowboycapital.com

Chisenhall Sports Complex, 500 W. Hidden Creek Parkway

Enjoy fireworks, food trucks, vendors, and other festivities under the stars at Burleson’s state of the art sports complex.

facebook.com/burlesonparksandrecreation/events

Galveston Seawall

From fireworks over the beach to a traditional hometown parade, Galveston provides family-friendly activities to celebrate the Fourth of July.

visitgalveston.com

I.O.O.F. Park, North 45th Street

Spend a day having patriotic fun, with live entertainment, family activities, and a spectacular fireworks show. Enjoy food, music, and festivities as the community comes together to honor Independence Day.

visitcorsicana.com

Oak Point Park Special Events Field, 2801 E. Spring Creek Parkway

Celebrate Independence Day by enjoying free fun and games and food and drinks for purchase before the grand finale of a fireworks show over Oak Point Park. The fireworks is simulcast live on 97.5 KLAK radio.

plano.gov/1042/all-american-4th

Downtown

Enjoy an old-fashioned celebration of the country’s birthday. Activities at Ostott Park include a kids parade, homemade ice cream contest, pie auction, games, and live music. At night, the Grand Finale Fireworks Show starts over the Big Cypress Bayou by the historical LED lighted bridge.

visitjeffersontexas.com

Central Park, 201 S. Austin St.

Celebrate the Fourth with a concert from the Jumpstart variety band, great food, cold beer, and time to connect with the whole community.

visitseguin.com

Brown Plaza , 305 E. Canal St.

Enjoy summers nights with family and friends listening to local music. Bring your chairs. Food trucks are available.

Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum, 315 W. Avenue B

This NASA-inspired Family Day has your little astronaut ready for space exploration. Come for the fun and stay for the newest special exhibit, “First Fleet: NASA’s Space Program 1981-1986.”

templerrhm.org

In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Educational Center, 3430 Skyview Drive

Watch the cats enjoy yummy watermelons. Some of them play with them, soak them in their tubs, and some even eat them. Donations are encouraged.

weblink.donorperfect.com/melontoss

Barrington Plantation State Historic Site, 23400 Park Road 12

Wear some old clothes and help paint the house fence with whitewash, then head over to the barn to help clear the clutter that builds over the busy crop season.

wheretexasbecametexas.org

Kokernot Outdoor Theatre, 1104 Loop Road

Theatre of the Big Bend presents a production of the 2013 version of Richard Rodgers’ and Oscar Hammerstein II’s classic with a new book by Douglas Carter Beane.

theatrebigbend.org

Civic Center , 710 W. Ave. A

The oldest fishing tournament on the Texas coast is sponsored by Port Aransas Boatmen Inc., an organization with an equally long and illustrious history. The tournament attracts hundreds of families and individual anglers to Port Aransas to fish, compete, and have fun.

deepsearoundup.org

Mason Square and Rodeo Arena, 108 Fort McKavitt St.

A weekend of small-town charm starts Friday at the rodeo arena. Then on Saturday morning, head to the Mason square for a parade. Stop by the west side of the courthouse square where there is a festival filled with arts, crafts, food, shopping, and kids’ games. The rodeo runs Friday and Saturday night with Saturday night finals for the rodeo followed by a concert and dance at the Slab.

Center for the Arts and Sciences, 400 College Blvd.

This stage production is a family-friendly retelling of the biblical story of Joseph that features a variety of musical styles.

brazosportcenter.org

Downtown, 1 Courthouse Square

The 40th annual Parker County Peach Festival, held in historic downtown Weatherford, invites visitors to indulge in peachy treats including homemade peach ice cream, peach cobbler, peach pie, peach tea, peach smoothies, ice cream topped with fresh peaches, or just plain ol’ juicy peaches. There’s nonstop entertainment and activities for the entire family with a food competition; more than 200 arts and crafts, produce, activity, and food vendors; antique and specialty stores with specials throughout the day; and multiple stages featuring local talent. Around 2,200 cyclists participate in the annual Peach Pedal Bike Ride as well.

peachfestivaltx.com

Gonzales Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture/Visitor Center, 304 Saint Louis St.

Spend a Saturday exploring Gonzales’ Museum District on the Gonzales Bus Tour. Journey through Gonzales’ vibrant past with an expert guide.

tourgonzales.com/events

Texan Theater, 201 S. Kilgore St.

The REEL East Texas Summer Film Intensive is a hands-on program where student filmmakers learn from industry professionals while creating their own short films. Through workshops, mentorship, and real-world experience, participants develop their storytelling and technical skills in the heart of East Texas.

reeleasttexas.com/summer-intensive

The Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre, 111 W. Main St.

A fast-paced, high energy circus show for all ages showcases spectacular feats by a unique two-person cast. They were featured in Hugh Jackman’s hit movie, “The Greatest Showman,” and have appeared in many other movies and TV shows.

thebarnhillcenter.com/events

Harbor Playhouse, 1802 N. Chaparral St.

It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable, plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire—to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show.” When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network.

harborplayhouse.com/2025shows

Freestone County Courthouse, 118 E. Commerce St.

It’s peach season in Texas and Fairfield celebrates with the Fuzzy Peach Festival. The two-day event includes live music, a cornhole tournament, and the Little Miss Peach Pageant.

fairfieldtexaschamber.com

Texas Theatre, 213 W. Crawford St.

An adaptation for live theater of Lewis Carroll’s “Alice in Wonderland” is sure to be an amazing experience for all theater enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

onthestage.tickets/palestine-community-theatre-inc

Charley Taylor Arena, 3053 US 281 South

The Marble Falls Rodeo is always the third weekend in July. The rodeo includes a youth rodeo, slack rounds, and two performances over the weekend. There is a dance with live music following the Saturday night rodeo.

City Hall , 201 N. Buffalo St.

Beat the heat with Canton Main Street’s free Splash Day. Cool off with the whole family with water slides, a shower from the Canton Fire Department, and free snow cones.

Unity Theatre, 300 Church St.

Unity Theatre presents “Snow White Goes West,” a summer musical featuring kids from the drama camp performance class. It’s Snow White with a Stetson. Prepare for a wild ride through the California Gold Rush in this rambunctious, tongue-in-cheek retelling of the timeless classic.

unitybrenham.org

Clute Municipal Park, 100 Parkview Drive

At this fun-filled family event, celebrating its 44th year, festivalgoers can expect vendor booths with a variety of foods, arts and crafts, and other merchandise; a carnival; live entertainment each evening; and Willie-Man-Chew, the 26-foot-tall mosquito mascot that greets visitors.

mosquitofestival.com

Harbor Playhouse, 1802 N. Chaparral St.

Teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie has been drafted, so he chooses all-American girl Kim McAfee for a very public farewell kiss. Featuring a high-energy score, plenty of great parts for kids, and a hilarious script, “Bye Bye Birdie” remains one of the most popular shows in schools across the country.

harborplayhouse.com/2025shows

Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, 630 S. Oakes St.

Enjoy a light breakfast and talk on the American Plains Artists Summer Show, followed by a skit by the Concho Cowboy Company.

fortconcho.com

Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place

Join along and celebrate National Moth Week at Magical Moth Night. Equipped with gentle light features to attract them, explore the hidden beauty of moths and other nocturnal creatures. Reservations required.

heardmuseum.org/magical-moth-night

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.

frontiertimesmuseum.org

Cibolo Center for Conservation, 140 City Park Road

Take a hike on the trails at sunset and discover the various living organisms that call the Cibolo home. These family night hikes give families an opportunity to explore the center and see what lives in the park in the dark.

cibolo.org

Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum, 315 W. Avenue B

Learn about Texas wildlife like armadillos, opossums, and the Texas longhorn.

templerrhm.org

Sutton County Park and Pavilion, 1600 N. Crockett St.

Two full days of rodeo performances are accompanied by nightly dances, a parade, food, and vendors.

sonoratexas.org

The Nave Museum, 306 W. Commercial St.

Texas artist Myke Venable is known for his vibrant, abstract paintings that explore color theory and geometric abstraction, characterized by bold colors, dynamic compositions, and intricate patterns.

navemuseum.org

Gillespie County Fair Grounds, 530 Fair Drive

Held over the course of four days, the 137th fair includes a parade, two days of pari-mutuel horse racing, livestock shows, agricultural exhibits, a carnival and midway, household exhibits, arts and crafts, an antique tractor show, 42 domino tournament, and live music.

gillespiefair.com

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.

frontiertimesmuseum.org

Bandera honors its cowboy and Western heritage with the Longhorn Cattle Drive Parade, arts and crafts, music, gunfight reenactments, a ranch rodeo, and Lil’ Wrangler activities.

banderatex.com

Mansfield Park Arena, 2886 SH 16 North

Talented cowboys and cowgirls showcase their skills at the Bandera Pro Rodeo’s ranch rodeos on Labor Day weekend. The event also has kids mutton bustin’.

banderaprorodeo.org

Saengerfest Park, 2302 Strand St.

Featuring some of the best shrimp gumbo on the Gulf Coast, the Shrimp Festival includes a seafood cookoff, tastings, a li’l shrimp parade, and a merchant walkabout.

visitgalveston.com

Farmers Market, 201 N. Chestnut St.

This annual event is held at the Gainesville Farmers Market and includes local entertainment, food, vendors, and a kid zone. Car enthusiasts can also find entertainment with a stroll through the car show.

gainesvillecofc.com