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San Antonio
Casamigos Tequila Dinner
March 21
Zocca Cuisine d’Italia , 420 W. Market St.
The four-course Casamigos dinner includes thoughtfully paired dishes to bring out the best in these premium tequilas. Food from Zocca Cuisine D’Italia is included. Guests must be 21 and older to attend.
Dripping Springs
Brewers Fest
March 23
Stephenson Building, 311 Old Fitzhugh Road
The Dripping Springs Brewers Festival is the latest in a lineup of events that celebrates this area’s award-winning artisans. The festival features several of the Hill Country region’s top craft beers and those who brew them. Visitors must purchase a wristband to enter. Additional highlights included live music plus a variety of food options and a keepsake plastic mug.
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Lake Jackson
Brew on the Bayou
March 23
Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, 299 SH 332 West
Sample and enjoy specialty brews from local breweries as well as wines. Listen to live music, grab a bite to eat from local food trucks, and check out some hot items in the silent auction. The beautiful wooded grounds at the Gulf Coast Bird Observatory are lit by torchlight, making it a perfect spot to enjoy music, food, and nature.
Fredericksburg
Texas Hill Country Wineries’ Wine and Wildflower Journey
March 25-April 19
Various locations
Get tickets online to receive full complimentary tastings and wine discounts at dozens of participating wineries on this self-guided tour.
Fulton
Taste of Rockport-Fulton
March 28
Fulton Convention Center, 402 N. Fulton Beach Road
Featuring fine restaurants and caterers from the area, this worthy project of the Rockport Rotary Club raises scholarship funds for Rockport-Fulton High School seniors with a live auction, silent auction, and entertainment.
Kerrville
Easterfest, Cookoff, and Open Car Show
March 30
Flat Rock Lake Park, 3840 Riverside Drive
At this fun-filled event, enjoy a barbecue and chili cookoff, food, games, rides for all ages, vendors, live music, and Easter egg hunt, an open car and bike show, and a visit from the Easter Bunny.
Luling
Roughneck Chili and Barbecue Cookoff
April 5-6
Downtown Luling, 421 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.
Corsicana
Food Truck Friday
April 5
Downtown Corsicana
On the first Friday of the month, downtown Corsicana is full of food trucks and live music.
Paris
Steak Wars
April 5-6
Love Civic Center, 2025 S. Collegiate Drive
At this spicy event with all-you-can-eat steak, attendees enter the steak arena to try the competing dishes from every cookoff team. Enjoy live music, the on-site beer garden, food tastings, and vendors.
Hillsboro
Eclipseboro Wine and Art Walk
April 6
Downtown Hillsboro , 54A W. Elm St.
The Eclipseboro Wine and Art Walk includes a number of Texas wineries and local artists featured in businesses around the historic town square. Tickets are available for purchase online starting in February 2024.
Nacogdoches
Spring Brewfest
April 6
Nacogdoches County Expo Center, 3805 NW Stallings Drive
Held annually as the Nac Brew Club’s home brew beer competition, there are usually 40-60 home-brewed beers, meads, and ciders available for tasting from home brewers all over East Texas and western Louisiana. Attendees must be 21 and up and a member of the Nac Brew Club.
Lubbock
Lubbock Uncorked
April 6
American Windmill Museum, 1701 Canyon Lake Drive
With a showcase of more than 20 Texas wineries, guests are invited to taste, purchase bottles, ask winemakers questions, and enjoy the live music, local food trucks, restaurants, and beer garden.
Buda
Buda’s Birthday Celebration
April 6
Buda Amphitheater and City Park, 204 San Antonio St.
Buda celebrates its 143rd birthday this month with live music and local food and craft vendors, plus a carnival, parade, market, and other festivities.
Waxahachie
Scarborough Renaissance Festival
April 6-May 26
Scarborough Renaissance Festival, 2511 FM 66
Every weekend in April and May, the Scarborough Renaissance Festival invites visitors to step back in time to the days of King Henry VIII. Enjoy live performances including the “Birds of Prey” show, medieval music, aerial acrobatics, country and court dances, and a sword swallower. Feast on giant roasted turkey legs, Scottish eggs, shepherd’s pie, and other medieval fare. Then step into the artisan marketplace where you can find everything from face painting for kids to shopping for headdresses and masks.
Solar Eclipse 2024
April 6-8
Railyard Park , 455 S. College St.
This three-day weekend centering around the rare solar eclipse taking place April 8 is filled with science, live music, activities for the family, and food trucks.
Comanche
Sippin’ In the Sunshine
April 6
Historic Comanche Square, 101 W. Central Ave.
Kick off the spring season at the Sippin’ in the Sunshine Festival, taking place on Comanche Square. Expect to find a mix of different wineries and breweries paired with bites curated by Comanche and surrounding-area chefs. The event also features live music and vendors.
Paris
903 Sun Sets: Kevin Fowler in Concert
April 7
Love Civic Center, 2025 South Collegiate Drive
Enjoy this free concert featuring Kevin Fowler the evening before the total solar eclipse on April 8. This event offers food trucks, vendors, an on-site beer garden, and a family-oriented environment.
Bandera
Morning Ride with Cowboy Breakfast
April 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.
Fredericksburg
Eclipse of the Flowers
April 8
Wildseed Farms, 100 Legacy Drive
Wildseed Farms hosts an all-day eclipse viewing party, where admission includes entry to the farm, eclipse viewing glasses, two drink tickets, one meal ticket, and access to the famous field of poppies. Come relax and enjoy the total eclipse and a full day of bands featuring The Ray Colao Band, Dan West, and The Frumpkins. Space is limited to ensure ample space for viewing.
Elgin
Sip, Shop, and Stroll
April 11
Downtown , 104 Depot St.
Sip a little wine and shop as you take an evening stroll through the stores in historic downtown Elgin. Find diverse merchandise, eclectic décor, artwork by local artists, live music, the Elgin Farmers Market, delicious food, and fun, friendly people.
Poteet
Strawberry Festival
April 12-14
Strawberry Festival grounds, 9199 SH 16 North
Held annually in April for more than 70 years, the festival has continuous entertainment featuring concerts with nationally known Western and Tejano music stars, regional bands, gunslingers, a carnival, various contests, and rodeo performances. There is something for the whole family. Located in the heart of the Artesian Belt, Poteet is recognized as the “Strawberry Capital of Texas.”
Nacogdoches
Wine Swirl
April 13
Downtown Nacogdoches, 200 E. Main St.
Sip wine from wineries across Texas along the beautiful brick streets of Nacogdoches.
Newcastle
Crawfish and Cannons
April 13
Historic Fort Belknap, 114 Fort Circle
Historic Fort Belknap hosts its seventh annual Crawfish and Cannons event featuring a crawfish boil, a live cannon fire, children’s activities, vendors, armadillo races, and live music. The Goodnight Loving 5K, 10K, and half marathon takes place in the morning.
Bonham
Steaks on Main
April 13
Downtown Bonham Square, 101 E. Sam Rayburn Drive
The second annual Steaks on Main celebrates the agricultural industry in Fannin County and surrounding areas through friendly competition and entertainment. A ribeye cookoff is followed by a ticketed ribeye dinner prepared by all team entrants. Live music follows.
Paris
Wine Fest
April 13
Downtown
Grab a ticket and a glass to enjoy sipping wine from every participating shop while tasting appetizers from local vendors.
Houston
Studio Menil Presents
April 18
Richmond Hall, 1500 Richmond Ave.
Held at Richmond Hall, Studio Menil Presents is the Menil Collection’s creatively themed, annual spring party which includes colorful cocktails, amusing hors d’oeuvres, and an artfully presented seated dinner, all accompanied by live music. Proceeds from the event directly support the Menil’s operations.
Sweetwater
Sweetwater Jaycees Roosters Motorcycle Rally Cookoff and Swap Meet
April 19-21
Lake Sweetwater, County Road 264
The 23rd annual rally and cookoff includes a bike show, bike games, raffles, vendors, a swap meet, poker run, and a cookoff for brisket, pork ribs, beans, chicken, and chili.
Llano
Crawfish Open
April 19-20
Robinson Park , 123 Robinson Park Drive
It’s crawfish season and the Llano Crawfish Open celebrates with great food, arts and crafts, the Crawfish Crawler 5K Walk and Run, a golf tournament, live music, and a motorcycle fun run. More than 22,500 pounds of crawfish are served, so come hungry.
Alpine
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.
Bryan
Pink Moon Dinner At Ronin Farm
April 19-20
Ronin Farm and Restaurant, 363 Creekside Drive
Feast on a nine-course tasting menu based on seasonal ingredients from the gardens of Ronin Farm and other local farms. After the gates open, guests get a tour of the followed by dinner, with the first portion of the meal served in the forest space located next to the barn that’s been converted into a commercial kitchen.
Bee Cave
Texas Whiskey Festival
April 20
Star Hill Ranch, 15000 Hamilton Pool Road
The Texas Whiskey Festival is an opportunity to meet the distillers and master blenders who make Texas whiskey. Over 35 whiskey distilleries from across Texas are on site, and entertainment, cigars, vendors, and a live concert finish the night off.
Austin
Field Guide Festival
April 20
Fiesta Gardens, 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St.
Field Guide Festival is a food systems festival that brings the farmers to you. Find fresh ingredients, grown and harvested by local farmers, prepared by chefs from around the city. Communities are built around tables, and this festival is an expansion of the farm-to-table movement. Experience a weekend of innovative conversation, connection, and cookouts with those who make the Austin food economy special.
Amarillo
420 Fest
April 20
Exchange Food Park, 2801 Duniven Circle
Amarillo’s annual 420 fest offers music, food trucks, vendors, and fun for the whole family. See local musicians perform and check out artist installations.
Fredericksburg
Fredericksburg VFD Annual Spring Fish Fry
April 20
Marktplatz, 100 W. Main St.
At this annual fundraiser for the Fredericksburg Volunteer Fire Department features a freshly fried catfish dinner with all the trimmings, raffle, silent auction, and music.
Mckinney
Empty Bowls McKinney
April 25
McKinney Performing Arts Center, 111 N. Tennessee St.
A showcase of one-of-a-kind bowls handcrafted by professional and student artists helps fight community hunger. Guests enjoy a sampling of gourmet soups prepared by chefs from local restaurants. Each participant takes home a handcrafted bowl.
Kerrville
Roundup Exhibition and Sale
April 26-May 12
Museum of Western Art, 1550 Bandera Highway
The 41st annual roundup and sale is an exciting weekend full of art, food, drinks, music, and dancing. More than 150 works are for sale from local, regional, and national artists.
Frisco
Frisco Uncorked
April 27
Frisco Square, 8843 Coleman Blvd.
The fifth annual Frisco Uncorked is a can’t-miss food and wine experience featuring award-winning wineries, delicious local restaurants, shopping with a large variety of fantastic boutiques and artisans, grape stomping competitions, culinary demonstrations led by local chefs, and fun activations.
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.
Corsicana
Food Truck Friday: Cinco de Mayo Celebration
May 3
Downtown Corsicana
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo early at Food Truck Friday with a fiesta of flavors, special performances, and an art display featuring the talented students of Corsicana ISD.
Paris
Slade Baker Memorial Crawfish Cookoff
May 3-4
South Main Iron, 255 First St. SW
This two-day event in downtown Paris offers live music, cold drinks, and all-you-can-eat crawfish. Teams compete in the Crawfish Courtyard, where attendees can dive in head-first to be the judge and the jury in the People’s Choice vote. Mark your calendar, rally your appetite, and join in for a day of mudbug mayhem at the cookoff.
Jefferson
Historical Pilgrimage: 19th Century Social Events
May 3-5
Various locations
The Jessie Allen Wise Garden Club hosts the annual Pilgrimage, where visitors can immerse themselves in the 19th century—period attire is optional but fun. The event includes the Friday night Illumination, a ladies tea and Grand Ball on Saturday, and then the Presentation of Colors on Sunday morning.
El Campo
Crawfish Cookoff and Car Show
May 3-5
El Campo Lost Lagoon, 665 County Road 451
Rev up your engine and appetite and enjoy the best of both worlds at the Crawfish Cookoff and Car Show, featuring delicious crawfish dishes, classic cars, and live music by Whiskey Bent and Trey Cruz.
Freeport
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
May 4
Freeport Historical Museum, 311 E. Park Ave.
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in historic downtown Freeport with food trucks, live entertainment, and cultural activities.
Mesquite
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
May 4
Front Street Station , 100 W. Front St.
The city of Mesquite and Hispanic Forum of Mesquite celebrate Cinco de Mayo with festivities that begin at noon and include authentic Mexican food, performances by folklórico dancers, live music from mariachi bands and local singers, a kids’ activity area with free arts and crafts and piñata breaks, and a jalapeño-eating contest.
Plano
AsiaFest 2024
May 4
Haggard Park, 901 E. 15th St.
Celebrating Asian American Heritage Foundation, a all-volunteer nonprofit organization, announces AsiaFest, the 20th annual Plano Asian American Heritage Festival. Enjoy family-friendly signature cultural performances from all parts of Asia. Learn about Asian artistic traditions like cooking, visual art, calligraphy, martial arts, origami, and fashion. The festival features a wide variety of food vendors from area restaurants and food trucks.
Fort Worth
Tarrant County Heart Ball
May 4
River Crest County Club , 1501 Western Ave.
The American Heart Association invites you to this evening of impact and celebration. Attendees can mingle and connect at the social hour reception, then experience a program featuring inspiring stories of resilience and hope. The event also offers a live auction, cocktails and dessert, live entertainment by Grooveline Dallas, and an opportunity to support the organization’s heart-health mission.
Bandera
Morning Ride with Cowboy Breakfast
May 5, 12, 19, 26
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.
Elgin
Sip, Shop, and Stroll
May 9
Downtown , 104 Depot St.
Sip a little wine and shop as you take an evening stroll through the stores in historic downtown Elgin. Find diverse merchandise, eclectic décor, artwork by local artists, live music, the Elgin Farmers Market, delicious food, and fun, friendly people.
Conroe
Big As Texas Festival
May 10-12
Montgomery County Fairgrounds, 9333 Airport Road
With aspirations as large as the Lone Star State, this new outdoor celebration features a world-class music lineup, Texas vendors and artisans, custom exhibitions, immersive art installations, live-fire grilling, carnival games, and fun for all ages. The lineup of performers includes Thomas Rhett, Dierks Bentley, Dwight Yoakam, Midland, Morgan Wade, and Breland.
Giddings
Lee County Fair and Charcoal Challenge Barbecue
May 16-18
Lee County Fairgrounds on Hwy 290, 2495 SH 290 West
On the third weekend in May, the Lee County Fair takes center state in Giddings. Activities include live music, shopping, local art and food contests, and a carnival with an antique carousel open for the kids. Friday is Senior Citizens Day and Saturday includes an Armed Forces Day ceremony and parade. At the Charcoal Challenge Barbecue Cookoff, teams from all over Central Texas compete in a variety of foods, drinks, and barbecue.
El Campo
Hospice Barbecue Cookoff
May 17-18
El Campo Lost Lagoon, 665 County Road 451
Savor the flavors and support a great cause at the Coleto Creek Barbecue Association Barbecue Cookoff, where the delicious competition benefits Hospice of South Texas. Enjoy the tunes of Jeremiah James as you indulge in a day of fantastic barbecue and community spirit.
Hico
Texas Steak Cookoff
May 18
Historic Downtown Hico, 129 N. Pecan St.
Cooks work to see who can make the best 12-ounce ribeye steak. Attendees get to enjoy a steak dinner, of course, plus there’s shopping, live entertainment, and a separate wine-tasting event.
Austin
Hot Luck Festival
May 23-26
Downtown Austin
Honor the soul, sweat, and DIY diversity of the food and music world. Hot Luck is an eat-with-your-fingers picnic and party experience that highlights open-pit feats of culinary know-how and music in your ears that is as thoughtfully created as the food on your plate. Come hungry, thirsty, and bring your dancin’ boots.
Fredericksburg
Crawfish Festival
May 24-26
Marktplatz, 100 W. Main St.
At this festival on Memorial Day Weekend, indulge on great Cajun food, live music, shopping, and a kids’ carnival. This event is sponsored by the Fredericksburg Jaycees.
Rockport
Wine Festival
May 25
Texas Maritime Museum, 1202 Navigation Circle
Enjoy a wide variety of wines, food demonstrations, and specialty food concessions, plus live bands and fun entertainment.
Bandera
Chuckwagon Dinner and Show
May 26
Flying L Ranch and Resort, 675 Flying L Drive
Fill up on a barbecue dinner with all the fixings. The event includes live country music and dancing, Western entertainment, and other festivities.
Amarillo
Summer Concert Series
May 28; June 4, 11, 18, 25; July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Aug. 6
Sam Houston Park, 4101 Line Ave.
Starlight Theater presents free music, local food trucks, vendors, and family-friendly fun on Tuesday evenings at Sam Houston Park from the end of May to the beginning of August.
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.
Junction
Cowboys and Cajuns
June 1
Kimble County Courthouse , 501 Main St.
On the courthouse square, join locals for a crawfish boil and street dance with music provided by Fast Moving Train. Bring your lawn chairs to relax.
Bandera
Market Day
June 1
On the first Saturday of the month, arts and crafts vendors set up their pop-up shops along Main Street. Artists and craftspeople present original works while farmers sell produce, canned goods, and baked items.
Chuckwagon Dinner and Show
June 1-29
Flying L Ranch and Resort, 675 Flying L Drive
A barbecue dinner with all the fixins’, live country music, dancing, and Western entertainment are part of the fun at this chuckwagon dinner and show on Saturday evenings.
Grand Prairie
Crawfish Boil
June 1
Grand Prairie Farmers Market, 121 W. Main Street
The Grand Prairie Farmers Market hosts its annual Crawfish Boil. Enjoy live music, delicious crawfish, a gift market, arts and crafts vendors, and other fun.
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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.
Cowboy Opry
June 4
Silver Sage, 803 Buck Creek
On the first Tuesday of the month, come see Grand Ole Opry-style entertainment at the Silver Sage senior center, with refreshments and door prizes given out at the event.
The Woodlands
Wine and Food Week
June 5-8
Various locations
Celebrating its 20th year, Wine and Food Week is a multifaceted event that brings world-class chefs, wine pairings, and sommelier-driven tastings to The Woodlands each June.
Fredericksburg
Craft Beer Festival
June 7-8
Marktplatz , 100 block of West Main Street
Save the date for the third annual fundraising festival designed to bring Texas craft beer breweries to town. Admission includes eight tickets, which can be used for beer or beer samples, drinks, food, and merchandise. Music, food vendors, and wine are part of the fun. The Suds and Tastes tent includes chef pairings and cornhole.
New Braunfels
Friday Afternoon Club
June 7-Aug. 30
Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Road
Now in its 26th year, this Gruene Hall tradition is where hipsters, oldsters, suits, locals and drifters mix it up to start their weekend. The quintessential Friday happy hour includes great beer prices, prize giveaways, and Texas tunes broadcast live by KNBT 92.1 FM Radio New Braunfels. There’s even a very special guest interview each week.
Corsicana
Food Truck Friday
June 7, July 5
Downtown , 224 E. Fifth Ave.
On the first Friday of the month, downtown Corsicana is full of food trucks and live music. Explore culinary adventures with diverse food trucks, enjoy the rhythm of live music, and discover unique finds at the vendor market.
Lubbock
First Friday Art Trail
June 7, July 5, Aug. 2
Lubbock Cultural District
First Friday Art Trail is a self-guided art tour held in the Lubbock Cultural District in partnership with a variety of art centers, museums, galleries, and businesses. Come out for live music, food trucks, and art from local, national, and international artists.
Boerne
Kickoff to Summer
June 8
Carriage House Gallery, 110 Rosewood Ave.
Carriage House Gallery hosts this kickoff to summer event with art in the heart of Boerne. Enjoy light bites and wine while viewing art and conversing with the artists.
Lake Jackson
Farmers Market
June 8, July 13, Aug. 10
Parking Place Pavilion, 110 S. Parking Place
This monthly farmers market offers locally grown fruits and vegetables, locally roasted coffee, homemade food, handmade products, and other goods.
Corsicana
Mimosas at the Market
June 8, July 13, Aug. 10
Downtown , Beaton Street
Sip, shop, and savor the day with mimosas at the market. Enjoy a delightful blend of shopping and sipping, where every mimosa is a toast to good finds and great company.
Elgin
Sip, Shop, and Stroll
Jun 13, July 11, Aug. 8
Downtown , 114 Central Ave.
Sip a little wine and shop as you stroll through the stores in historic downtown Elgin. Find diverse merchandise, eclectic décor, artwork by local artists, live music, the Elgin Farmers Market, delicious food, and fun, friendly people.
Lubbock
Un(wine)d with the Arts
June 13, July 11, Aug. 8
LHUCA, 511 Ave. K
U(wine)d with the Arts is a monthly program at LHUCA that occurs the first Thursday after First Friday Art Trail. This event allows you to learn about the current work on display at a slower pace and gives you access to exclusive insight from the LHUCA Curator and staff.
Aransas Pass
Shrimporee
June 14-16
Shrimporee Festival Grounds, 200 E. Johnson Ave.
The annual Shrimporee festival has celebrated the rich heritage of this coastal community for 76 years. The festival pays homage to a time when Aransas Pass was known as the Shrimp Capital of the World. The weekend includes live music on two stages, craft vendors, a live cooking stage serving up shrimp, a carnival, and kids’ zone and several family-friendly activities.
Rockport-fulton
Market Days
June 14-16
Rockport Harbor, 100 Sea Breeze Drive
Live music plays throughout the weekend while you peruse over 100 vendors and more than a dozen food trucks and food merchants. There’s seating in the shade for 48 people and you can bring your pets. Come join the fun at the Festival Grounds at Rockport Harbor.
Palestine
Father’s Day Slow Meat Feast
June 15
The Regan Ranch, 8698 Couty Road 239, Oakwood
Celebrate the father in your life with an evening Argentine-style grilling event. Ranch-raised meats and Argentine specialties are served in an outdoor quincho at a working ranch in East Texas. The meal is eaten over a number of hours as each cut of meat becomes ready. Bring your own wine or beer for the meal, which concludes with a typical Argentine campesino dessert.
New Braunfels
Old Gruene Market Days
June 15-16; July 20-21; August 17-18
Gruene Historic District, 1601 Hunter Road
Every month, nearly 100 vendors converge in Gruene Historic District to offer uniquely crafted items and packaged Texas foods.
La Grange
Ammannsville Parish Picnic
June 16
Ammannsville KJT Hall, 7904 Mensik Road
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church celebrates its 134th year with a fried chicken and sausage dinner and music by Mark Halata and Texavia and The Czechaholics.
Plano
Art and Wine Walk
June 20, July 18, Aug. 15
Downtown Plano Arts District, 1021 E. 15th St.
Sip wine and view local art at this monthly sip-and-shop event in downtown. Art is displayed along the wine walk route.
Edna
Jackson County Winery Tour
June 22
Jackson County Chamber of Commerce, 130 Main St.
Hop on the bus and ride along to taste local wine. The bus stops in Edna and Ganado and visits Lavaca Bluffs Vineyards and Winery.
Baytown
Who Wants to Dance? DJ Nights
June 22, July 20, Aug. 24
Yepez Vineyard, 12739 FM 2354
Visit the Yepez Vineyard for an enchanting evening of rhythm and romance under the starlit skies. This monthly event features the rich flavors of handcrafted premium wines, created with grapes grown in Texas.
New Braunfels
Frank Schlather Day in Gruene
June 23
Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Road
Also known as Frank’s Tranquilizer Hour, this yearly event commemorates the legendary former “mayor” of Gruene with special offers including select domestic beers for 50 cents from noon to 2 p.m.
Luling
Watermelon Thump
June 27-30
Watermelon Thump Pavilion, 319 E. Davis St.
For 71 years, Luling has honored hard-working local watermelon farmers with a festival celebrating all things watermelon. Enjoy four days of live music, food booths, pageants, the World Championship Seed Spitting Contest, a carnival, parade, car show, and market.
Corsicana
Ladies Night
June 27, July 25, Aug. 22
Downtown , Beaton Street
Enjoy complimentary drinks as you explore downtown, sip on your favorite beverages, and indulge in a shopping spree at our local businesses.
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.
Plano
Shopping Days Vendor Market
June 29
Plano Event Center, 2000 E. Spring Creek Parkway
Browse a wide variety of products from local vendors. Whether you’re searching for trendy fashion items, handcrafted jewelry, or delicious homemade treats, this event offers a vibrant atmosphere and more than 100 small businesses and boutique owners.
Bandera
Cowboy Opry
July 2
Silver Sage, 803 Buck Creek
On the first Tuesday of the month, come see Grand Ole Opry-style entertainment at the Silver Sage senior center, with refreshments and door prizes given out at the event.
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.
Baytown
Fourth of July Celebration
July 3-4
Bicentennial Park, 1001 Market St.
The city of Baytown’s annual Fourth of July event is a two-day spectacular that celebrates American Independence Day. This outdoor festival features live musical entertainment, activities, a parade, food and shopping vendors, and ends with a spectacular fireworks display.
Bandera
Barbecue Dinner and Fourth of July Parade
July 4
American Lion Post 410, 127 Legion Drive, Lakehills
American Legion Post 410 in Lakehills hosts this Fourth of July event that includes a parade in the morning followed by a barbecue meal and live music with the B-17s featuring Frank Castro.
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Jefferson
Jefferson Salutes America
July 4
Various locations
Come to Jefferson to partake in an old-fashioned celebration of the country’s birthday. Activities at Ostott Park include a kids’ parade, a homemade ice cream contest, a cake and pie auction, games, and live music. At night, the grand finale fireworks show goes off over the Big Cypress Bayou by the LED-lighted historical bridge.
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.
Corsicana
Freedom Fest
July 4
IOOF Park, 3440 W. Second Ave.
Head to Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF) Park for a star-spangled celebration and a day filled with family fun, kids’ games, mouthwatering dishes at food trucks, live music, and an awe-inspiring fireworks show at night.
Edinburg
Texas Cook’Em: High Steaks In Edinburg
July 6
Ebony Hill’s Golf Course, 300 W. Palm Drive
Texas Cook’Em High Steaks is back. This year’s event promises to be the biggest and best yet, featuring top musical acts, a fireworks show, Freedom SkyDive Jump, and, of course, one of the best steak barbecue cookoffs in Texas.
Bandera
Market Day
July 6
On the first Saturday of the month, arts and crafts vendors set up their pop-up shops along Main Street. Artists and craftspeople present original works while farmers sell produce, canned goods, and baked items.
Chuck Wagon Dinner and Show
July 6-27
Flying L Ranch and Resort, 675 Flying L Drive
A barbecue dinner with all the fixins’, live country music, dancing, and Western entertainment are part of the fun at this chuckwagon dinner and show on Saturday evenings.
Boerne
Black Rifle Block Party
July 6
Black Rifle Coffee Company, E. San Antonio Ave.
Black Rifle Coffee Company and its neighbors host this old-fashioned block party. Enjoy live music, food and drink, and a car show.
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.
Lubbock
Bards, Brews, and Brawls
July 10
LHUCA Icehouse, 511 Ave. J
Do you love games, beer, and music? Enjoy a day of game demos with Stormcrow Games, fantasy map creation, West Texas Comedy, Bardic personas of Russell Thompson and Travis Burge, and pirate-themed sessions of Roll Initative with LHUCA Game Masters. This event is in preparation for the Hub City Renaissance Faire at LHUCA in October.
Weatherford
Parker County Peach Festival
July 13
Downtown, 1 Courthouse Square
The 39th 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, vendors and store specials, and two stages featuring local talent. Around 2,200 cyclists participate in the Peach Pedal Bike Ride as well.
Rockport-fulton
Market Days
July 19-21
Rockport Harbor, 100 Sea Breeze Drive
Live music plays throughout the weekend while you peruse over 100 vendors and more than a dozen food trucks and food merchants. There’s seating in the shade for 48 people and you can bring your pets. Come join the fun at the Festival Grounds at Rockport Harbor.
Clute
Great Texas Mosquito Festival
July 25-27
Clute Municipal Park, 100 Parkview Drive
At this fun-filled family event, celebrating its 43rd 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.
Grapevine
Summer Wine Train
July 26
Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 705 S. Main St.
Experience the nightlife onboard the Grapevine Vintage Railroad’s second annual Summer Wine Train. The disco-themed two-hour trip includes individually portioned savory bites and two complimentary glasses of wine served in a souvenir glass. Additional wine is available for purchase. Ages 21 and up only.
Baytown
Trade Days Market
July 27
Baytown Community Center, 2407 Market St.
Visit this indoor/outdoor shopping event that offers over 100 vendor booths selling handmade crafts, art, clothing, and gifts. There are also local food trucks onsite.
Georgetown
Blazin’ Beer Crawl
Aug. 3
The Georgetown Square, 817 S. Main St.
A self-paced walking event, the Blazin’ Beer Crawl features craft beer tastings inside retail stores and restaurants. Ticket holders get a map of all of the participating locations and can choose which order to sample and visit merchants. Snacks are available at various participating locations. Restaurants have specials for the day, and food trucks are set up for additional options.
Bandera
Market Day
Aug. 3
On the first Saturday of the month, arts and crafts vendors set up their pop-up shops along Main Street. Artists and craftspeople present original works while farmers sell produce, canned goods, and baked items.
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.
Cowboy Opry
Aug. 6
Silver Sage, 803 Buck Creek
On the first Tuesday of the month, come see Grand Ole Opry-style entertainment at the Silver Sage senior center, with refreshments and door prizes given out at the event.
Seguin
186th Birthday Party
Aug. 9
Heritage Village, 200 Block of East Live Oak Street
Seguin celebrates its 186th birthday with a party at the Seguin’s First Church and the Campbell-Hoermann Log Cabin in Heritage Village. Festivities over the years have included a barbecue dinner, homemade ice cream contestant, and live entertainment.
Chappell Hill
Wine and Cheese Crawl
Aug. 10
Downtown Chappell Hill
Grab some friends and cool off with the annual Wine and Cheese Crawl in downtown Chappell Hill. Sample specially selected wines with expertly paired cheeses. Stroll to each shop while sipping and nibbling goodies along the way.
Rockport-fulton
Market Days
Aug. 16-18
Rockport Harbor, 100 Sea Breeze Drive
Live music plays throughout the weekend while you peruse over 100 vendors and more than a dozen food trucks and food merchants. There’s seating in the shade for 48 people and you can bring your pets. Come join the fun at the Festival Grounds at Rockport Harbor.
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.