A note regarding COVID-19
Amarillo
Starlight Theater Free Summer Concert Series
May 30-Aug. 1
Sam Houston Park, 4101 Line Ave.
Starlight Theater Free Summer Concert Series offers free music, local food trucks, vendors, and family-friendly fun Tuesday evenings at Sam Houston Park from the end of May to the end of August.
Conroe
Thursday Concert Series
June 1
Heritage Place Park, 500 Metcalf St.
Enjoy the music of Journey through Escape, a Journey tribute Band. Don't forget your blanket for a evening picnic in downtown Conroe's Heritage Place Park. Bring in your own food and drink, or purchase something yummy from one of the food trucks on site.
San Marcos
Summer In the Park
June 1-Aug. 10
San Marcos Plaza Park, 206 N. CM Allen Parkway
Pack a lawn chair or blanket and some refreshments and come to Plaza Park for Summer In The Park. This summer event is a San Marcos favorite with different bands of various genres playing every Thursday night from June to the second week of August.
Amarillo
Music in the Gardens
June 1-Aug. 24
Amarillo Botanical Gardens, 1400 Streit Drive
Every Thursday, Amarillo Botanical Gardens hosts live music with a different musical act performing each week.
Sherman
Hot Summer Nights
June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; July 13, 20
Sherman Municipal Grounds, 405 N. Rusk St.
Grab a lawn chair, cooler, blanket, friend, and come on down to watch live concerts most Thursday nights in June and July.
Marfa
Agave Festival
June 1-4
Various locations
This annual festival celebrates the agave and its influence on culture through food, film, music, science, and spirits. It brings communities together through accessible programming that includes talks by preeminent historians, botanists, artists, anthropologists, and archaeologists. The event offers tastings hosted by agave spirit producers, one-of-a-kind dining experiences, and performances by leading artists in contemporary and regional music.
Buda
Arts in the Park
June 2-July 28
Buda Amphitheater and City Park, 204 San Antonio St.
Pack your picnic blankets, pile everyone into the car, and join the fun at the Buda Amphitheater and City Park for a summer filled with live entertainment under the stars every Friday evening in June and July.
Grand Prairie
La Mafia and Alicia Villareal in Concert
June 2
Texas Trust CU Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Texas Trust Way
La Mafia co-founders Oscar De La Rosa and Armando Lichtenberger Jr. reach the world with their original Pop Grupero style that combines influences of Spanish music as well as English rock and pop music.
Frisco
Music in the Square
June 2-30
George A. Purefoy Municipal Center , 6101 Frisco Square Blvd.
Enjoy live music each Friday night in June during Frisco Square’s free outdoor Summer Concert Series on the Simpson Plaza lawn, in front of City Hall.
Victoria
Bach Festival
June 3-10
Various locations
Artistic director Alejandro Hernandez-Valdez leads this festival that celebrates the works of J.S. Bach and composers spanning the ages. Orchestral, choral, and chamber works are performed by local and national musicians in venues in and around Victoria.
Galveston
Mary Chapin Carpenter in Concert
June 3
The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.
Grammy Award winner Mary Chapin Carpenter takes the stage for one dynamic concert. Chapin is just one of only 15 female members of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame and has also won two Academy of Country Music awards.
Dallas
Pride Festival and Parade
June 3-4
Fair Park, 3809 Grand Ave.
Dallas, home to the sixth-largest LGBTQ community in the nation, celebrates 40 years of Pride this June. The celebration in Fair Park includes a festival with entertainment, music, art, food, merchandise, and exhibits, and a parade that takes place on Saturday.
Houston
Accordion Kings and Queens Concert
June 3
Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6000 Hermann Park Drive
Deemed the unofficial national instrument of Texas by many, the accordion plays a key role in diverse folk music genres and cultural communities in Texas. Dust off your dancing boots for a historic celebration of the accordion with accordion-fronted music performances from top bands including Cedric Watson and Bijou Creole, Grupo Imagen, Alex Meixner Band, and the winners of Texas Folklife's 2023 statewide Big Squeeze Youth Accordion Contest.
Grand Prairie
America in Concert
June 3
Texas Trust CU Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Texas Trust Way
America, the perennial classic-rock favorite, hits the road in 2023 to celebrate the band's 53rd anniversary.
Bandera
Chuckwagon Dinner and Show
June 3-July 29
Flying L Ranch and Resort, 675 Flying L Drive
A barbecue dinner with all the fixin's, live country music, dancing, and Western entertainment are part of the fun at this chuckwagon dinner and show on Saturday evenings.
Waxahachie
Pancake Breakfast Fly-In
June 3
Mid-Way Regional Airport, 131 Airport Drive
Spend the day taking in the classic airplanes and fighters, fly-overs, helicopter rides, Midlothian Classic Wheels Car Club, live music, and children's activities.
Plano
150th Birthday Celebration
June 3
Haggard Park, 901 E. 15th St.
Plano turns 150 years old and the city is throwing a birthday party with music, food, games, photo ops, and fun for everyone.
Boerne
Moondance Concert
June 3, July 15, Aug. 5
Cibolo Center for Conservation, 140 City Park Road
Moondance is a longstanding, beloved tradition at the Cibolo. Grab your lawn chairs, coolers, and friends, and come enjoy live music from local bands under the oak trees. This summer welcomes back some of the center's favorite music groups and food trucks from past Moondances, and also welcomes new soon-to-be favorites.
Seguin
Central Park Summer Concert Series
June 4-25
Central Park, 201 S. Austin St.
Central Park in historic downtown Seguin has plenty of grassy open space for kids to run barefoot, and lawn chairs and blankets are allowed during the family-friendly concerts, which are free. Performances are a mix of music with a final patriotic concert that salutes veterans and active military.
Boerne
Bellamy Brothers in Concert
June 4
The Roundup Outdoor Music Venue, 531 FM 3351 North
The love still flows for the Bellamy Brothers. Howard and David continue to prove that the trail they’ve ridden to fame has been as unique as their music itself—music they have been playing for 40 years.
Plano
Concerts in the Park
June 5, 19; July 17, 31
Haggard Park, 901 E. 15th St.
Bring a blanket or folding chair to the annual summer concert in Haggard Park with the Plano Community Band. Leashed dogs are welcome too.
Lewisville
Sounds of Lewisville
June 6-July 26
Wayne Ferguson Plaza, Old Town, 150 W. Church St.
Every Tuesday in June and July, Wayne Ferguson Plaza is taken over with two bands. Bring a chair, blanket, and the family for a fun-filled evening. Vendors are on site, and concerts are free to attend.
Amarillo
June Jazz Concert Series
June 6-27
Amarillo College Washington Campus, 2201 S. Washington St.
Amarillo College's Music Department hosts this annual live jazz music series with different ensembles performing every Tuesday evening in June.
Bandera
Cowboy Opry
June 6, Aug. 1
Silver Sage, 803 Buck Creek Drive
Silver Sage community and senior center hosts this Grand Ole Opry-style show on the first Tuesday of most months. Along with the entertainment, the event offers refreshments and door prizes.
Amarillo
High Noon on the Square
June 7-28
Potter County Courthouse, 500 S. Filmore St.
Enjoy live music and performances every Wednesday in June on the Potter County Courthouse lawn.
Paris
903 Sun Sets
June 8-29
Downtown Paris, 8 W. Plaza
In downtown Paris, soak in warm weather with this concert series, featuring popular artists and a packed crowd around the fountain and lit plaza. Drinks are available for purchase, and food trucks and local vendors are on site. Bring your own chair.
San Antonio
Fiesta Noche del Rio
June 9-Aug. 5
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.
Nacogdoches
Blueberry Bluegrass Concert in the Park
June 9
Festival Park, 507 S. Pecan St.
The family-friendly Friday night Bluegrass Concert in Festival Park kicks off the Texas Blueberry Festival weekend.
The Woodlands
Duran Duran in Concert
June 9
The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees Duran Duran take the stage to perform hits such as "Hungry Like the Wolf" and "The Reflex." Opening acts include '70s disco-funk band Nile Rodgers and Chic and indie-rock band Bastille.
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Grand Prairie
Re:SET Concert Series
June 9-11
Texas Trust CU Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Texas Trust Way
The Re:SET concert series was conceived as an artist- and fan-friendly alternative to the standard summer concert experience. Taking place over four weekends in the month of June, each weekend sees three cities in the same region hosting, with each Re:SET headliner playing each city on consecutive days. Performers in Dallas include Boygenius, Steve Lacy, James Blake, Toro Y Moi, and LCD Soundsystem.
Concan
I'll Be Back Again Next Year
June 9-10
Garner State Park, 234 RR 1050
A summer dance tradition for generations of campers, this event invites visitors to honor the past as part of the Texas State Parks centennial celebration. The event features a concert by a surprise Texas artist, vintage campsites set up to show the evolution of camping tools and equipment over the past 100 years, and a presentation on the history of the Civilian Conservation Corps at Garner State Park.
Brenham
"Tapestry: The Carole King Songbook with Suzanne O Davis"
June 10
The Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre, 111 W. Main St.
The 1971 album "Tapestry" took Carole King to the pinnacle of success, earning her the distinction of becoming the first woman to win multiple Grammys in the General Field, including Album Of The Year and Best Pop Vocal Performance, Female as well as Song Of The Year ("You've Got A Friend") and Record Of The Year ("It's Too Late"). Hear the songs that made King an icon, performed by Suzanna O Davis, who is accompanied by a full band and backup vocalists.
East Bernard
Czech Kolache Klobase Festival
June 10
Riverside Hall, 14643 Buls Road
Enjoy live music, dancing, and lively entertainment with bands and entertainers from morning into the night. A plate lunch of barbecue chicken, sausage, sauerkraut, and trimmings is available for purchase. Hamburgers are available in the evening. There are also arts and crafts, raffle prizes, a cake walk, and plenty of kolaches for sale.
Galveston
The Texas Tenors in Concert
June 10-11
The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.
The most successful touring group in the history of "America's Got Talent," the Texas Tenors have created a special performance for The Grand that celebrates music legends.
Canadian
Canadian River Music Festival
June 10
Hemphill County Jones Pavillion, 1101 N. Sixth St.
Several bands entertain the crowd for two days at this music festival. Bring you lawn chairs and sun protection. A variety of food vendors are set up, and primitive camping spots are available.
Boerne
Bluegrass Jam at The AgriCultural
June 10, 24; July 8, 22; Aug. 12, 26
The AgriCultural Museum and Arts Center, 102 City Park Road
Every second and fourth Saturday of the month, bring your instrument and play along or just come to listen to the Bluegrass Jam at The AgriCultural (formerly the Agricultural Heritage Museum).
Comfort
Music in the Park
June 13, July 11, Aug. 8
Comfort Park, 423 Main St.
On the second Tuesday of the month, embrace the warm summer weather with a free outdoor concert. Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged, and tips for musicians are accepted and appreciated.
Austin
"Hairspray"
June 13-18
Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive
Sixteen-year-old Tracy Turnblad in 1960s Baltimore sets out to dance her way onto TV’s most popular show. Can a girl with big dreams (and even bigger hair) change the world? Featuring a beloved score of hit songs including “Welcome to the ’60s,” “Good Morning Baltimore,” and “You Can’t Stop the Beat,” the Tony Award-winning musical is described as being “fresh, winning, and deliriously tuneful" by "The New York Times."
Boerne
Abendkonzerte
June 13, 27; July 11, 25
Main Plaza, 100 N. Main St.
Come hear traditional German music and stories of Boerne's historic past at these summer concerts featuring the Boerne Village Band.
Bandera
Third Thursday Cowboy Camp with Lew Peterbaugh
June 15
Bandera Beverage Barn, 1407 SH 16 North
Bring your guitar to play along or simply come to listen. Pickers who play cowboy, Texas, or Western swing music are welcome to sit in.
Lewisville
Juneteenth Celebration
June 16
Wayne Ferguson Plaza, 150 W. Church St.
This year, the Juneteenth Celebration concert stands apart from the Sounds of Lewisville summer concert series. The concert feature two bands selected in consultation with the mayor's commission.
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Midlothian
Summer Beats Concert Series
June 16, July 28, Aug. 11
Midlothian Community Park, 3601 S. 14th St.
Three 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.
Salado
Salado Springs Craft Beer Festival
June 17
Barrow Brewing Company, 108 Royal St.
Join independent Central Texas craft brewers for a day of brotherhood and fellowship in Salado. This annual festival includes more than a dozen breweries, fun for the whole family, live music, and creekside activities.
Cleburne
Cowboy Swing Concert
June 17
Chisholm Trail Outdoor Museum, 101 Chisholm Trail
Enjoy an evening concert under the stars at Rowlett's world famous outdoor stage at the Chisholm Trail Outdoor Museum. Bring a lawn chair, grab a bite from the food trucks, and then sit back to listen to award-winning Western music artists and poets.
Boerne
Music in the Cave: Summer Solstice
June 17
Cave Without a Name Throne Room, 325 Kreutzberg Road
Enjoy a variety of acoustic, world-beat music styles featuring the words and music of singer and performance artist Rudi Harst (vocals, acoustic guitar, Native American flute, dulcimer, harmonica, Tibetan bowls) surrounded by the Rudiments. The combination of Rudi and the Rudiments and the Queen's Throne Room at Cave Without a Name makes for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, no matter how many times you go.
Palestine
Dogwood Jamboree
June 17, Aug. 12
Palestine High School Auditorium, 1600 Loop 256
Be entertained at this Branson-style show that features classic country music and comedy.
El Paso
Viva! El Paso
June 23-Aug. 5
McKelligon Canyon Amphitheatre, 1331 McKelligon Canyon Road
Enjoy El Paso’s outdoor musical extravaganza, in the McKelligon Canyon Amphitheatre. This colorful musical spectacular celebrates the four major cultures that have influenced the City of the Sun. The Native American, the Spanish Conquistador, the Mexican, and the Western American cultures and their histories come alive through drama, song, and dance by a cast of over 50 performers.
Brenham
Vinyl Radio in Concert
June 23
The Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre, 111 W. Main St.
Vinyl Radio covers the top musical artists from the 1970s rock 'n' roll era. Hear the greatest hits from the Eagles, the Doobie Brothers, Kenny Loggins, Queen, Steve Miller, America, Paul McCartney and Wings, Bad Company, Seals and Crofts, and many more. The four-piece band features some of Nashville's top session players, all with their own impressive accolades in the entertainment industry.
Kerrville
Concerts by the River
June 23
Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive
Pack up your lawn chairs and picnic blankets and come out to the park to enjoy a summer concert along the banks of the beautiful Guadalupe River. This month's featured artists are Landon Lloyd Miller and Rebecca Loebe.
Baytown
Summer Music Festival
June 24
Town Square, 213 W. Texas Ave.
Summer months are meant for fun, sun, and relaxation. Listen to good tunes from numerous artists while hanging out on the town square. Headlining is the Brightwire Band, a Houston-area folk-rock band.
Fredericksburg
PCAA Concerts in the Park
June 25-Aug. 27
Marktplatz, 100 block of West Main Street
Enjoy a free Sunday evening concert featuring a different genre of music each time. You're welcome to bring your chairs, eats, and drinks.
Bandera
Frontier Times Fourth Sunday Jamboree
June 25
Frontier Times Museum, 510 13th St.
On the fourth Sunday of each month, the Frontier Times Museum hosts this afternoon jamboree with live music, storytelling, and fun for all ages.
Seguin
Patriotic Concert
July 2
Central Park, 201 S. Austin St.
Join in for the final concert in the 2023 Central Park Concert Series. The San Antonio Symphonic Band plays a medley of patriotic tunes. Bring your lawn chairs and beverages of choice.
The Woodlands
Star-Spangled Salute
July 3
The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive
Join the Houston Symphony as they celebrate America's birthday in a spectacular way during this free concert, a tradition for over 30 seasons.
Janet Jackson in Concert
July 3
The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive
Janet Jackson is bringing "Rhythm Nation" to The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion during her Together Again tour. Known for her innovative and elaborate shows, Jackson takes the stage for a high-energy concert with rapper Ludacris.
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Waxahachie
Crape Myrtle Festival and Parade
July 3-4
Waxahachie Sports Complex and Downtown , 151 Broadhead Road; 100 W. Main St.
Designated the "Crape Myrtle Capital of Texas," Waxahachie hosts this annual patriotic celebration featuring 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.
Plano
Patriotic Concert
July 3
Haggard Park, 901 E. 15th St.
Strike up the band and come celebrate America at the Plano Community Band Patriotic concert in Haggard Park in downtown Plano's Historic Arts District. Bring the whole family and get into the patriotic spirit.
Sherman
Lights on the Lake
July 3
Pecan Grove Park West, 3200 Canyon Creek Drive
The city of Sherman hosts its 14th annual Lights on the Lake at Pecan Grove West Park. Grab your lawn chairs, friends, and family, and get there early to enjoy the food vendors and family-friendly Kids Alley. Then stick around when the sun goes down for a concert and the fireworks show.
Buda
Red, White, and Buda
July 4
Buda Amphitheater and City Park, 100 San Antonio St.
Celebrate the Fourth of July and Independence Day at this event that features a bike parade, live music, vendors, food, and a fireworks show to end the day.
Kerrville
Fouth on the River
July 4
Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive
This annual Independence Day celebration consists of a concert, vendors, and the largest fireworks display in the Texas Hill Country.
Alpine
Fourth of July Celebration
July 4
Kokernot Municipal Park, 1500 Fighting Buck Ave.
Alpine's annual parade offers a car show, live music, and fireworks, plus Alpine Cowboys baseball, outdoor theater, and other entertainment.
Frisco
Freedom Fest
July 4
George A. Purefoy Municipal Center , 6101 Frisco Square Blvd.
Enjoy great food, music, and fireworks during one of North Texas’ biggest Independence Day celebrations. The fun starts in the afternoon with the Party in the Plaza.
Brenham
Hot Nights Cool Tunes Concerts
July 8, 15, 22, 29
Downtown Brenham, 115 W. Main St.
This outdoor concert series takes place around the square in Brenham and features a different band each Saturday evening beginning at 7 p.m. Admission and parking are free.
Brazoria
Santa Anna Ball
July 16
Brazoria Heritage Foundation Civic Center, 202 W. Smith St.
This ball is a reenactment of the Santa Ana Ball that was given in Brazoria at Jane Long's Tavern in 1832. The annual fundraiser for the Brazoria Heritage Foundation includes a gourmet dinner with wine and silent and live auctions.
Bandera
Third Thursday Cowboy Camp with Lew Peterbaugh
July 20
Bandera Beverage Barn, 1407 SH 16 North
Bring your guitar to play along or simply come to listen. Pickers who play cowboy, Texas, or Western swing music are welcome to sit in.
Victoria
"Disney's Little Mermaid"
July 21-30
Leo J. Welder Center for the Performing Arts, 214 N. Main St.
Theatre Victoria presents the musical about a young mermaid who longs to leave her ocean home and live in the world above, with songs from the Disney hit movie.
The Woodlands
Shania Twain in Concert
July 22
The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive
Get your boots on and get ready for a show by country music icon Shania Twain. Twain is the best-selling female artist in country music history and one of the best-selling music artists of all time. She's known for her hits "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!," "You're Still the One," and "From This Moment On."
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Bandera
Frontier Times Fourth Sunday Jamboree
July 23
Frontier Times Museum, 510 13th St.
On the fourth Sunday of each month, the Frontier Times Museum hosts this afternoon jamboree with live music, storytelling, and fun for all ages.
Alpine
Viva Big Bend
July 26-30
Various locations
Viva Big Bend’s 12th year features 60-plus shows in a wide range of music genres at more than 10 venues in Alpine, Marfa, Fort Davis, Marathon, and Terlingua.
Lubbock
Luke Bryan in Concert
July 27
United Supermarket Arena, 1701 Indiana Ave.
Country music star Luke Bryan takes the stage for one night in Lubbock. Bryan started his career by writing songs for Travis Tritt and Billy Currington, and is now known for his own hits including "Country Girl," "Play It Again," and "One Margarita." His show is supported by Jackson Dean, Ashley Cooke, and Tyler Braden.
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Clute
The Great Texas Mosquito Festival
July 27-29
Clute Municipal Park, 100 Parkview Drive
The Great Texas Mosquito Festival is three days of family fun with a carnival, vendors, barbecue contest, 5K run, tournaments, and the ever-popular mosquito legs and calling contests. The evenings are topped off with live music. Don't forget to take your picture with everyone's favorite mosquito, "Willie-Man-Chew."
The Woodlands
ZZ Top and Lynyrd Skynyrd in Concert
July 30
The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive
Enjoy a Texas summer night under the stars listening to ZZ Top and Lynyrd Skynyrd perform their well-known hits at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. ZZ Top is a legendary rock band from Texas that formed in 1969, and Lynyrd Skynyrd is an iconic rock band that formed in the '60s as well.
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Conroe
Thursday Concert Series
Aug. 3
Heritage Place Park, 500 Metcalf St.
Hear the country classics of Garth Brooks as Adam Grant, a Garth Brooks tribute artist, takes the stage. Don't forget your blanket for an evening picnic in downtown Conroe's Heritage Place Park. Bring in your own food and drink, or purchase something tasty from one of the food trucks on site.
Corsicana
Selena Forever Tribute Show
Aug. 5
The Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave.
Honor the queen of Tejano music, Selena Quintanilla Perez, better known as Selena. This tribute band features national and international award-winning musicians with over 100 years of combined musical experience.
Alpine
Fiesta 1888: Fiesta Musical
Aug. 5-6
Historic Murphy Street, 105 E. Murphy Ave.
This free concert and street festival on historic Murphy Street celebrates Alpine’s history and has featured storytellers, video interviews, historic exhibits, a tour of homes, music, food, and dancing over the years. This year's featured artist is Grammy Award-winning Tejano legend Augustin Ramirez, “La Ley de Tejas.”
Corsicana
"Always, Patsy Cline"
Aug. 11
The Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave.
Lisa Layne is a world-renowned vocalist known for her uncanny performances to Patsy Cline in Always, Patsy Cline and A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline in Branson and on tour nationally. Layne performs her world-famous tribute to the iconic country singer with hits such as “Crazy,” “I Fall to Pieces,” and “Sweet Dreams.”
Palestine
Dogwood Jamboree
June 17, Aug. 12
Palestine High School Auditorium, 1600 Loop 256
Be entertained at this Branson-style show that features classic country music and comedy.
Brenham
"Hallelujah! A Gospel Gathering"
Aug. 13
The Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre, 111 W. Main St.
A unifying concert of praise music is accompanied by fried chicken and all the fixings. Sing along to traditional hymns and gospel tunes, and hear beautiful renditions of inspirational pop songs and some down-home bluesy gospel music that gets you on your feet. Musical performances include the New Soul Invaders, known for their gospel and bluesy sound, and The Mathis Trio, a female vocal group performing traditional hymns and inspirational pop music.
Corsicana
Jimmy Fortune in Concert
Aug. 17
The Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave.
Jimmy Fortune toured, sang, and performed with the legendary Statler Brothers for 21 years. He wrote the groups second No.1 hit, "Elizabeth," on their 1983 album "Today," and followed that with two more No.1 hits: "My Only Love" and "Too Much On My Heart." Fortune's career included The Nashville Network's popular "The Statler Brothers Show," which aired for seven seasons and debuted in 1991 as the highest-rated show for the network.
Bandera
Third Thursday Cowboy Camp with Lew Peterbaugh
Aug. 17
Bandera Beverage Barn, 1407 SH 16 North
Bring your guitar to play along or simply come to listen. Pickers who play cowboy, Texas, or Western swing music are welcome to sit in.
Victoria
Jimmy Fortune in Concert
Aug. 19
Leo J. Welder Center for the Performing Arts, 214 N. Main St.
Part of the Charity Concert Series, this concert invites audiences to experience the music of Jimmy Fortune, whose career includes 21 years of singing and performing with the legendary Statler Brothers followed by a solo career.
Grand Prairie
Lost '80s Live
Aug. 19
Texas Trust CU Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Texas Trust Way
Rock out to the '80s all night long with bands like Wang Chung, General Public, The Tubes, Animotion, and Naked Eyes.
Austin
Big Brothers Big Sisters Ice Ball
Aug. 26
JW Marriott Austin, 110 E. Second St.
Join Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) for Austin's brightest gem, the Ice Ball Gala. It's a night of elegance, inspiration, and revelry that makes a difference for children in the community. With cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, a seated dinner, live and silent auctions, and live music, it's an exciting evening that changes children's lives for the better, forever.
Kerrville
Kerrville River Roadster Show
Aug. 26
Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive
This event is open to cars of all sizes, colors, and speeds. Bring the family out to enjoy a beautiful night under the stars with cars, music, food, and fun.
Bandera
Frontier Times Fourth Sunday Jamboree
Aug. 27
Frontier Times Museum, 510 13th St.
On the fourth Sunday of each month, the Frontier Times Museum hosts this afternoon jamboree with live music, storytelling, and fun for all ages.
Austin
Formula 1 United States Grand Prix
Oct. 20-22
Circuit of The Americas, 9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd.
The pinnacle of motorsports returns to Texas for a three-day celebration of speed and sound. The Formula 1 United States Grand Prix provides an action-packed experience that fuses world-class racing with major championship implications. This year’s event includes the first F1 Sprint race on American soil, as one of six sprint races in the 2023 season, and concerts by The Killers and Queen + Adam Lambert.
