A note regarding COVID-19
Richmond
Richmond’s Farmers Market
March 7-Dec. 5
City Hall Plaza, 402 Morton St.
The market, held on the first Friday of the month from February through December (skipping July), flourishes under the canopy of old oaks and features music and food trucks. As one of the premier farmers market in Fort Bend County, it offers fresh produce from local growers and artisan goods as well as some prepared foods.
Cedar Hill
Farmers Market
May 10-Oct. 25
Downtown, 501 Cedar St.
Enjoy fresh produce, handmade goods, and artisanal treats from local farmers and vendors in historic downtown.
Fort Stockton
Summer Off the Patio
May 15-July 24
Annie Riggs Museum, 301 S. Main St.
This series of concerts is held every other Thursday between May 15 and July 24. Enjoy an assortment of food and drinks, a refreshing summer breeze, and local bands playing as people sing along.
Canton
First Monday Trade Days
May 1-4, 29-June 1, July 3-6, 31-Aug. 3, 28-31
Trade Grounds, 800 First Monday Lane
What started as a small market on the first Monday of the month has grown into the “World’s Largest Outdoor Flea Market” now held Thursday through Sunday once a month. Find home décor, one-of-a-kind furniture, clothing, and an array of delicious food.
Bandera
Morning Ride with Cowboy Breakfast
June 1-June 29
Major Hope Corral, 749 Old Medina Highway
Join Bandera Historical Rides for a cowboy breakfast and a Sunday morning horseback ride.
Amarillo
High Noon on the Square
June 4-July 30
Potter County Courthouse Lawn, Sixth and Taylor streets
Each Wednesday in June and July, the lawn of the Potter County Courthouse features live music and an option to purchase lunch on site.
Washington
Cooking in the Kitchen and Quarter
June 14-15, July 19-20, Aug. 16-17
Barrington Plantation State Historic Site, 23400 Park Road 12
Enslaved women and men, such as Mary, Jerry, Willis, Amy, and Charity, were an integral part of the full story of Barrington. Start your experience behind the Jones Home in the bustle of a busy plantation kitchen and take in the sights, sounds, and smells of a hearth-cooked meal being prepared.
Corsicana
Mimosas at the Market
June 14, July 12, Aug. 9
Downtown , Beaton Street
Every second Saturday of the month, sip, shop, and toast to good finds and great company at this event that begins in the morning and offers a delightful blend of shopping and sipping into the afternoon.
Boerne
Moondance Concert
June 14, July 12, Aug. 9
Cibolo Center for Conservation, 140 City Park Road
Moondance is a longstanding, beloved event at the Cibolo. Grab your lawn chairs and coolers, and come enjoy live music from local bands under the oak trees. This summer, offers new local bands and food trucks.
Fairfield
Tea With Miss Texas
June 18
The Moody Bradley House, 318 Moody St.
Meet the newest Miss Texas, Annette Addo-Yobo, while enjoying tea and snacks.
Mcallen
Taste McAllen
June 19
McAllen Convention Center, Oval Park, 700 Convention Center Blvd.
Taste McAllen is South Texas’ premier food festival, offering guests the opportunity to savor signature dishes from over 24 local chefs, highly-rated food trucks, and both independent and chain restaurants unique to the region.
Stonewall
Peach JAMboree and Rodeo
June 19-21
Chamber of Commerce grounds, 250 Peach St.
This event features a CPRA rodeo and nightly dances, a parade, the Peach Queen coronation, goat roping, washer and 42 domino tournaments, food trucks, beer, and wine. Also, fresh peaches, peach cobbler, and peach ice cream are sold on the grounds.
Plano
Friday Night Market at the Boardwalk
June 20, Aug. 15
The Boardwalk at Granite Park, 5800 SH 121
The Boardwalk at Granite Park joins Lively Local Markets for a unique shopping event. Enjoy dinner at one of the onsite restaurants, then stay for a leisurely evening sipping favorite beverages and strolling through the market to discover unique and handmade items from a selection of local artisans and makers.
Luling
Artisan Market on Main Street
June 21
Luling Main Street, 400 E. Davis St.
Enjoy a day strolling through downtown Luling and discover one-of-a-kind treasures crafted by skilled artisans. Shop for wooden yard art, handmade soap, jewelry, salsa, cookies, and freeze-dried candy, among many other goods.
Navasota
Sounds of Navasota Juneteenth Celebration
June 21
City Hall, 200 E. McAlpine St.
The annual concert series features live music performances in downtown. This is also the Juneteenth Celebration, which includes food vendors and activities for the entire family.
Plano
Melon Dash 10K, 5K, and Fun Run
June 21
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.
Luling
Watermelon Thump
June 26-29
Watermelon Thump Pavilion, 319 E. Davis St.
For over 70 years, Luling has honored the hard work of local watermelon farmers with a festival celebrating all things watermelon. Take your turn at the World Champion Seed Spitting Contest, enjoy four days of live music, carnival fun, a parade, pageants, food booths, a car show, and a market.
Corsicana
Ladies NIght
June 26, July 24, Aug. 28
Downtown , Beaton Street
Grab your gals and head to Downtown Corsicana for Ladies’ Night! Enjoy shopping, drinks, and a fun evening out as local businesses stay open late just for you.
Palestine
Pints in the Pines
June 28
Texas State Railroad, 789 Park Road 70
What could be better than enjoying the beautiful East Texas Piney Woods from a vintage train whilst sipping local ales? This is an adults-only excursion departing from Palestine and traveling to the Rusk Rail Depot. Sample several local or regional beers and appetizers. Upon arrival in Rusk, enjoy a catered dinner with dessert outside as the sun sets.
Jacksboro
TNT Fest
June 28
Jacksboro Lake, 1114 SH 59
Enjoy this fun-filled day featuring tournaments, tunes, food, and the best fireworks show around. This annual event is always held on the last Saturday in June.
Bandera
Cowboy Opry
July 1
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.
Barbecue Dinner and Fourth of July Parade
July 4
American Legion Post 410, 127 Legion Drive, Lakehills
Celebrate the holiday enjoying a barbecue dinner with all the fixings, live country music, a parade, and a live auction.
Burleson
Red, White, and BTX
July 4
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.
Corsicana
Freedom Fest
July 4
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.
Plano
Independence Day at The Texas Pool
July 4
The Texas Pool, 901 Springbrook Drive
Celebrate America’s birthday with a party at the Texas Pool. There’s food and a treats truck, barbecue grills and picnic areas, and a snack bar. Coolers with food and nonalcoholic beverages are welcome.
Plano’s All-American Fourth
July 4
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.
Jefferson
Jefferson Salutes America
July 4
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.
Bandera
Market Day
July 5
On the first Saturday of the month, arts and crafts vendors set up pop-up shops featuring original works along Main Street, while farmers sell produce, canned goods, and baked items.
Boerne
Black Rifle Block Party
July 5
Black Rifle, E. San Antonio Ave.
The coffee maker invites their neighbors and community to its old-fashioned block party. Enjoy live music, great food and drink, as well as a cool car show.
Bandera
Morning Ride with Cowboy Breakfast
July 6-27
Major Hope Corral, 749 Old Medina Highway
Join Bandera Historical Rides for a cowboy breakfast and a Sunday morning horseback ride.
Grapevine
Ice Cream Social
July 12
Nash Farm, 626 Ball St.
Cool off with a sweet summer treat at the 1920s-era Ice Cream Social. Enjoy homemade ice cream, refreshing lemonade, and classic root beer floats—all made the old-fashioned way. Relax with Victorian lawn games, traditional music, and a charming evening on the farm. Bring your lawn chairs and quilts and soak in the joys of summer.
grapevinetexasusa.com/event/ice-cream-social-at-nash-farm/40096
Austin
The Dinner Detective Comedy Mystery Dinner Show
July 12
DoubleTree Austin—University Area, 1617 I-35 North
Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a prime suspect before you know it.
Palestine
Wine in the Pines Train Ride
July 19
Texas State Railroad, 789 Park Road 70
Enjoy an evening of wine tasting aboard the vintage rails of the Texas State Railroad. The train departs from the Palestine Depot and embarks on a 4-hour, round trip ride through the Piney Woods of East Texas to the Rusk Depot where you stop and have dinner under the stars.
Clute
Great Texas Mosquito Festival
July 24-26
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.
Grapevine
Disco Wine Train
July 25
Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 707 S. Main St.
Dance, sip, and groove aboard Grapevine Vintage Railroad’s third annual Disco Wine Train. This high-energy, disco-inspired excursion promises a night of music and fun as you roll through the tracks in retro style. Tickets include individually portioned savory bites and two complimentary glasses of wine served in a souvenir glass.
grapevinetexasusa.com/gvrr/event-railroad/3rd-annual-disco-wine-train/40038
Plano
Christmas in July
July 26
Plano Event Center, 2000 E. Spring Creek Parkway
Over 100 local vendors sell everything from women’s and children’s boutique clothing to home, holiday, and garden décor, from gourmet food items to handmade and fashion jewelry, and many other items.
Temple
First Friday: Summer Sizzle
Aug. 1
Downtown , Main Street
On the first Friday of every month, downtown Temple transforms into a giant party. Join along for live music and performances, great drinks, delicious food, and after-hours shopping.
Bastrop
“Uncorked”
Aug. 1-Sept. 20
Bastrop Museum and Visitor Center, 904 Main St.
Winemaking in Texas has a long and surprising history that extends nearly 350 years. The earliest accounts of successful vineyards were started by missionaries near El Paso in the late 1600s. Although the Texas environment creates limitations, early European settlers from wine-producing countries helped lay the foundation for winemaking in Texas. This special exhibit delves into the history, culture, and artistry of winemaking specific to Bastrop County.
Brenham
First Friday Farmer and Artisan Market
Aug. 1
Downtown
Shop for fresh, local foods and products at this open-air market. Find artisan, cottage food, farm-to-market, small business, and retail vendors. There’s also live musical performances located in historic downtown Brenham.
Bandera
Morning Ride with Cowboy Breakfast
Aug. 1-31
Major Hope Corral, 749 Old Medina Highway
Join Bandera Historical Rides for a cowboy breakfast and a Sunday morning horseback ride.
Schulenburg
Schulenburg Festival
Aug. 1-3
Wolters Park, 1103 Bohlmann St.
Held every year on the first weekend in August, “the National Party of Texas” features live music by Texas country and local artists, a carnival, an arts and crafts show, food booths, barbecue and chili cookoffs, grand and kiddie parades, men’s and women’s softball tournaments, and plenty of other festive events.
Bandera
Market Day
Aug. 2
On the first Saturday of the month, arts and crafts vendors set up pop-up shops featuring original works along Main Street, while farmers sell produce, canned goods, and baked items.
Cowboy Opry
Aug. 5
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
187th Birthday Party
Aug. 8
Texas Theatre, 425 N. Austin St.
One of the oldest towns in Texas, Seguin celebrates its 187th birthday with a party that includes the annual homemade ice cream competition. Winners walk away with the coveted blue ribbon in four categories: Best Homemade Vanilla, Pecan Recipe (after all, the town is known for having the world’s biggest pecan), Non-Vanilla, and the People’s Choice Award.
Chappell Hill
Wine and Cheese Stroll
Aug. 9
Downtown
Spend the day in Chappell Hill sipping and nibbling perfectly paired wine and cheese samples. Wander about town, as each shop has bites and wine.
Palestine
Fiesta Flyer Dinner Train
Aug. 9
Texas State Railroad, 789 Park Road 70
Traverse the tracks to the Rusk Depot, where you are treated to a Mexican-themed dinner served on the beautiful grounds by the lake. During dinner, a mariachi band provides music for dancing.
Junction
Kow Kick and Kow Kick Barbecue Cookoff
Aug. 30
Schreiner Park, North First Street
Kow Kick is an arts and crafts fair and the Little Miss and Mr. Kimble County Pageant takes place during the event. The Kow Kick Barbecue Cookoff is a sanctioned event with competitors facing off in brisket, pork spareribs, chicken, and beans categories. There is a kids’ cookoff too, and live music all day.
Paris
Hatch Chile Fest
Aug. 30
Farmers and Artisan Market, 400 SW First St.
Lots of vendors line up at the farmers market to roast and sell hatch chiles fresh from New Mexico. Vendors also sell their locally grown produce, pastries, breads, jewelry, and coffee. The event showcases mariachi bands, games, and handmade treasures.
Tarpley
Labor Day Barbecue and Parade
Aug. 31
Tarpley Volunteer Fire Dept., 264 Valentine Lane
Tarpley Volunteer Fire Department sponsors this annual Labor Day celebration that includes a parade, barbecue, raffle, and auction.
Rowlett
Live on Main—Fall Edition
Sept. 5
Downtown, 4001 Main St.
Groove to a lineup of talented musicians setting the stage with the Wanda King Allstar Revue Band. There’s also food trucks and handcrafted items for sale.
Grapevine
GrapeFest
Sept. 11-14
Downtown, South Main Street
Sample award-winning Texas wines at the People’s Choice Wine Tasting Classic, explore international vintage wines, and take part in fan-favorite events like the GrapeStomp and Champagne Cork Shoot-Off. Guests also enjoy live music, festival eats, family activities, and artisan shopping.
Rowlett
Live on Main—Fall Edition
Sept. 12
Downtown, 4001 Main St.
Groove to a lineup of talented musicians setting the stage with Gary Patrick. There’s also food trucks and handcrafted items for sale.
Temple
Tanglefoot Music and Barbecue Festival
Sept. 12-13
MLK Festival Grounds, 301 S. Fourth St.
Texas’ newest outdoor celebration of country music and barbecue debuts in downtown Temple with a lineup of Texas country acts including Parker McCollum, Cody Jinks, Robert Earl Keen, and Randy Rogers Band. Designed to celebrate the spirit of Central Texas, the fest also has more than a dozen pit masters serving up barbecue styles from all over the country.
Fredericksburg
Outpost: Food at the Front
Sept. 13
National Museum of the Pacific War, 340 E. Main St.
Ever wonder what American troops ate while fighting in the Pacific? From K-rations to steak and eggs, this free outpost tells about eating on the frontlines in the Pacific War.
Georgetown
Second Saturday Market Days
Sept. 13
The Georgetown Square, 103 W. Seventh St.
On Second Saturday Market Days, Georgetown’s shopping and dining expands to include artisan crafts, food trucks, cottage food, and retail.
Caldwell
Kolache Festival
Sept. 13
Downtown Square, 100 Buck St.
The Kolache Capital of Texas hosts its annual festival offering attractions and homemade kolaches. See the crowning of Miss Kolache, followed by the youth beseda dancers. There’s also the kolache eating contest, kolache baking championship, a 5K Kolache Krunch run, and polka music. Arts and crafts, food, a quilt show, classic car shows, and children’s activities round out the event.
Grandview
Antique Alley Texas
Sept. 19
Antique Alley Texas, 300 E. Criner St.
Communities in Johnson and Ellis counties participate in this treasure hunt adventure. Find antiques and collectibles, visit eclectic retail shops in the downtown areas, and browse yard sales and church and school fundraisers. Stop by local, family-owned eateries and food trucks along the shopping trail. Kids can shop at junior entrepreneur venues, see farm animals, and learn rural living as well. There’s also classic cars, antique tractors, and musical entertainment.
Kingsland
Taste Highland Lakes
Sept. 20
The Legends Community, 105 Rangeway Circle
Sample the best of the Highland Lakes in the Texas Hill Country at the third Taste Highland Lakes event. Music, dancing, food samplings, and drinks are all here.
Fort Worth
Oktoberfest
Sept. 25-27
Trinity Park, 2933 Farmhouse Way
Enjoy a Munich-style celebration of German culture, food, beer, and entertainment. Thursday’s ceremonial “Tapping of the Kegs” kicks off the fun and the festival continues through Saturday with carnival rides, dachshund races, Siegi’s Sausage Brat Eating Contest, bier barrel rolling, stein hoist competitions, the Oktoberfest 5k, and other festivities. Entertainment includes over 50 German polka and party band performances.
Galveston
Galveston Island Shrimp Festival
Sept. 26-27
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.
Rowlett
Live on Main—Fall Edition
Sept. 26
Downtown, 4001 Main St.
Groove to a lineup of talented musicians setting the stage with Captain and Camille. There’s also food trucks and handcrafted items for sale.
Bertram
Oatmeal Festival
Sept. 27
Downtown, 110 E. Vaughan St.
Family-friendly fun includes a parade, pet parade, fun run, kids’ activities, local vendors, a food truck, live music, a street dance, and oatmeal games.
Comanche
Comanche County Pow Wow
Sept. 27-28
Comanche City Park, 1200 Comanche Trails
The 44th annual Comanche County Pow Wow celebrates local heritage with Native American-themed performances, over 100 food and craft vendors, vintage car, tractor, and motorcycle shows; a barbecue cookoff, art and photography contests, and family-friendly entertainment.
Waco
Hot Shops Boutique Shopping Pavilion
Oct. 2-12
Extraco Events Center , 4601 Bosque Blvd.
Shop boutique clothing, accessories, shoes, home décor, furniture, gourmet food, dips, sauces, art, yard decorations, holiday items and more. Admission is free.
Grapevine
Harvest Moon Supper
Oct. 4
Nash Farm, 626 Ball St.
Throughout history, farmers and crop growers would take to the fields in the fall to bask in the moonlight and harvest their summer-grown crops. To celebrate this time-honored tradition, this dinner includes a menu that reflects cuisine enjoyed in times past.
Brownwood
Feels Like Home Festival
Oct. 19
Brownwood Event Center Complex, 601 E. Baker St.
This boutique country music and barbecue celebration returns with a star-studded lineup that features Texas music legends like Randy Rogers Band, Pat Green, Josh Abbott Band, and Stoney LaRue, along with rising country music acts. There’s also unlimited barbecue samples.
Buda
Restaurant Week
Oct. 19
Downtown, 303 Main St.
Paint your palate with the cuisine of Buda. Participating restaurants all over Buda serve up a secret menu and exclusive specials for Buda Restaurant Week only.
Imperial
Horsehead Crossing Celebration
Oct. 10-11
Horsehead Crossing on the Pecos River, SH 11 and Horsehead Road
This celebration of the Goodnight-Loving Trail, Butterfield Stage Line, Emigrant Trail, and Comanche War Trail is held at the second-most iconic historical location in Texas, Horsehead Crossing on the Pecos River, between Girvin and Imperial. Enjoy chuckwagon meals, Comanche dancers, gunfighter shootouts, live cannon fire, history presentations, and walking tours.
pecoscountyhistoricalcommission.org/horsehead-crossing-celebration
Grapevine
Barn Dance
Oct. 10
Nash Farm, 626 Ball St.
Dust off your boots and grab your dance partner for a lively 1950s-themed evening at Nash Farm. Have a fried chicken box supper, followed by a night of live music and dances from atop the vintage farm truck.
Georgetown
Second Saturday Market Days
Oct. 11
The Georgetown Square, 103 W. Seventh St.
On Second Saturday Market Days, Georgetown’s shopping and dining expands to include artisan crafts, food trucks, cottage food, and retail.
Mckinney
Dia de los Muertos
Oct. 11
Dr. Glenn Mitchell Memorial Park, 300 W. Louisiana St.
Commemorating those who have gone before us, this vibrant Day of the Dead event showcases traditional music, food, and art and includes exquisite ofrendas, vendors, a Catrina contest, and multiple events for children. Honor loved ones who have passed away by bringing a photo of them to put on one of the ofrendas.
Austin
“MasterChef All-Stars” Live!
Oct. 19
Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive
This stage show delivers the ultimate “MasterChef” experience—live up close and personal. Witness epic head-to-head battles, thrilling challenges, and jaw-dropping culinary creations right before your eyes.
texasperformingarts.org/event/masterchef-all-stars-live-2025-bass-concert-hall-austin-texas
Concan
Tacos and Traditions Mexican Food Cookoff
Oct. 24-25
Riverbend on the Frio, 32710 US 83 North
Enjoy friendly competition, live music, and family activities. There’s also a jalapeño-eating contest and folklórico dancers.
Mason
Wild Game Dinner
Nov. 8
Fort Mason City Park Community Building, 1015 San Antonio St.
Wild game dishes are accompanied by door prizes and the chance to win through multi-bucket raffles and live auctions.
Georgetown
Second Saturday Market Days
Nov. 8
The Georgetown Square, 103 W. Seventh St.
On Second Saturday Market Days, Georgetown’s shopping and dining expands to include artisan crafts, food trucks, cottage food, and retail.
Comanche
Pecan Festival
Nov. 8
Comanche Square, 117 N. Houston St.
The inaugural Pecan Festival is a day filled with local pecan vendors, delicious treats, and family-friendly activities, all set in the heart of downtown.
Hughes Springs
Holiday on First Street
Nov. 24
The Legacy, 122 E. First St.
Held the Monday before Thanksgiving every year, enjoy vendors, live music, food trucks, and a wine festival.
Nacogdoches
Wassail Fest
Nov. 29
Downtown , 200 E. Main St.
Sip festive holiday wassail as you explore downtown shops.
Georgetown
Shop Small Business Saturday Featuring the Coffee and Cocoa Crawl
Nov. 29
Georgetown Square, 103 W. Seventh St.
Holiday shoppers are invited to kick off the holiday season with tastings of coffee and cocoa while supporting local small businesses.
