A note regarding COVID-19
Bandera
11th Street Mardi Gras and Main Street Parade
Feb. 9-11
11th Street Cowboy Bar, 307 11th St.
Join the fun at the 11th Sttreet Cowboy Bar for a three-day Mardi Gras celebration with Cajun food and zydeco music. Enjoy all the colorful floats and other parade entries as they travel down Bandera's Main Street in the Mardi Gras Parade on Feb. 11.
Luckenbach
Hug-In and Valentine Ball
Feb. 10-11
Luckenbach Texas, 412 Luckenbach Town Loop
It’s that time of year again for folks to get “Back to the Basics of Love” at Luckenbach’s 48th annual Hug-In and Valentine Ball. Enjoy live music and dancing all weekend long.
Irving
"The Artistry of Jazz" with Violinist Scott Tixier
Feb. 11
Irving Arts Center-Carpenter Performance Hall, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd.
In this, the first concert of the New Year for the Irving Symphony Orchestra, the enormously successful composer-in-residence program once again highlights a new orchestral piece by a young composer. Furthermore, world-renowned jazz violinist and University of North Texas faculty professor Scott Tixier offers some of his outstanding compositions for jazz violin and orchestra. The concert concludes with the magnificent Symphony No. 1 by German composer Johannes Brahms.
Jefferson
Mardi Gras
Feb. 17-19
Downtown Jefferson
The Krewe of Hebe presents Jefferson's annual Mardi Gras. The festivities last an entire weekend and feature parades, live music, food, vendors, a carnival, frosty beverages, and, of course, masks and beads.
Kerrville
Camerata San Antonio String Quartet
Feb. 17
First Presbyterian Church, 800 Jefferson St.
Grammy-nominated Camerata San Antonio is a flexible classical chamber music ensemble serving San Antonio and the surrounding Hill Country. This month's performance, titled "Contrasts," includes compositions by William Grant Still ("Mother and Child Suite for Violin and Piano), Béla Bartók (Contrasts for Clarinet, Violin & Piano, Sz.111), and Beethoven (Trio for Clarinet, Cello & Piano, Op. 38).
Irving
The Las Colinas Symphony Presents "Music That Grows On You"
Feb. 18
Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd.
The Las Colinas Symphony Orchesta continues its 2022-2023 season with violinist Simone Spadino and guest conductor Maestro Juan Carlos Lomonaco. The performance includes Johann Strauss II's "Schneeglckchen," Franz Waxman's "Carmen Fantasy," Johannes Brahms' Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, and Frederick Delius' "The Walk to the Paradise Garden."
San Antonio
Camerata San Antonio String Quartet
Jan. 18-19
Various locations
Grammy-nominated Camerata San Antonio is a flexible classical chamber music ensemble serving San Antonio and the surrounding Hill Country. This month's performance, titled "Contrasts," includes compositions by William Grant Still, Béla Bartók, and Beethoven. Performances take place at Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit (Feb. 18) and Diane Bennack Concert Hall at University of the Incarnate Word (Feb. 19).
Fredericksburg
Emily Jumes Oskins in Concert
Feb. 19
Fredericksburg United Methodist Church, 1800 N. Llano St.
Fredericksburg Music Club presents harpist Emily Jumes Oskins, who started playing the harp and piano at an early age and has continued with her harp endeavors for over 15 years.
Kerrville
Symphony of the Hills
Feb. 23
Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St.
The centerpiece of this concert is the Edvard Grieg's "Piano Concerto in A Minor" featuring Jiale Yi, the 2020 Gurwitz International Piano Competition gold medalist. The first half of the concert opens with music of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s "Jesus Christ Superstar," followed by Mexican composer Carlos Chavez's innovative music composed with indigenous melodies, harmonies, and instruments.
Galveston
The Kingdom Choir in Concert
Feb. 24
The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.
London's The Kingdom Choir first attracted worldwide attention in 2018 when they performed their show-stopping rendition of "Stand By Me" in front of a television audience during the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Since then, The Kingdom Choir has shared their infectious joy and spirit along with their special gospel style with audiences around the world. Look forward to a grand evening of soulful renditions of both traditional gospel classics and popular contemporary music.
New Braunfels
Friday Afternoon Club at Gruene Hall
Feb. 24
Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Road
Now in its 25th year, this Gruene Hall tradition is where hipsters, oldsters, suits, locals, and drifters mix it up to start their weekend. This quintessential Friday happy hour includes great beer prices, prize giveaways, and the best in Texas tunes broadcast live by KNBT 92.1 FM Radio New Braunfels. There’s even a special guest interview each week.
Victoria
Beethoven's Fifth
Feb. 25
Victoria Fine Arts Center, 1002 Sam Houston Drive
Who doesn’t know the iconic opening of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony? Come hear this ubiquitous masterpiece along with a musical parody of the equally famous "Barber of Seville" with a devilish musical twist. Plus, there is the bonus of Croatian guitarist Ana Vidovic playing Rodrigo’s famous "Fantasia" for guitar and orchestra.
La Grange
Michael Reno Harrell in Concert
Feb. 25
The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.
Michael Reno Harrell is an award-winning songwriter and veteran storyteller and entertainer from the Southern Appalachian Mountains. Hear him play a show at the Bugle Boy, an intimate, converted WWII army barracks.
Huntsville
Prison City Crawfish and Music Festival
Feb. 25
Downtown Square, 12th Street and University Avenue
This all-day crawfish and music festival takes place in conjunction with the Prison City Film Festival.
Kerrville
"The Highwaymen Live: a Musical Tribute"
Feb. 25
Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St.
Perhaps the greatest country music super group in history, The Highwaymen—featuring Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Johnny Cash—traveled the world performing country music to millions of fans. Now comes a show featuring spot-on portrayals of those stars.
Grand Prairie
John Mellencamp in Concert
March 1
Texas Trust CU Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Texas Trust Way
Don't miss John Mellencamp, one of the most highly regarded mature songwriters of a generation.
Tyler
Trinity Irish Dance Company
March 2
UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3900 University Blvd., FAC 1120
Offering everything you expect and nothing you'd imagine, the Trinity Irish Dance Company brings a cutting-edge vision to the stage. A dance legacy that is rooted in tradition yet forward-looking and ever evolving, this company dazzles with hard-driving percussive power and aerial grace while celebrating the fusion of vibrant Irish traditions and ever-evolving American innovation.
Cedar Park
Kevin Fowler and Roger Creager in Concert
March 2
Haute Spot , 1501 E. New Hope Drive
Texas country artists Kevin Fowler and Roger Creager perform their hits. Fowler is known for songs such as "Hard Man to Love" and "100% Texan," while Creager is known for his songs "The Everclear Song" and "Long Way to Mexico."
Edinburg
Fiesta Edinburg Music Festival
March 2-5
Bert Ogden Arena, 4900 S I-69C
Fiesta Edinburg is the Edinburg Chamber's largest celebration. Besides being a fun event for the city of Edinburg and the Rio Grande Valley, Fiesta Edinburg also symbolizes an important moment in Edinburg's history: The festival was initially created to commemorate Edinburg's county seat.
New Braunfels
Texas Independence Day Celebration
March 2
Gruene Historic District, 1601 Hunter Road
To celebrate the 187th anniversary of Texas independence, Gruene Historic District is throwing a Texas-size celebration with special offers and live music.
Grand Prairie
"Dancing With The Stars Live"
March 2
Texas Trust CU Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Texas Trust Way
TV’s biggest dance show returns on tour this winter with “Dancing with the Stars Live,” featuring fan-favorite professional and troupe dancers in a brand-new production showcasing every type of dance style as seen on ABC’s hit show, ranging from ballroom and jazz to modern and hip-hop.
La Grange
Sarah Sharp in Concert
March 3
The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.
Jazz vocalist Sarah Sharp performs at the Bugle Boy, an intimate, 80-seat listening room converted from WWII Army barracks.
Corsicana
Faithfully, an Eagles and Journey Tribute Experience in Concert
March 3
The Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave.
Faithfully, an Eagles and Journey Tribute Experience formed in Nashville, Tennessee in 2011 and has quickly established themselves as one of the country's most popular tribute acts. Hear them perform Eagles and Journey hits that have wowed audiences for decades.
Fredericksburg
"Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical"
March 3-5
Steve W. Shepherd Theater, 1668 US 87 South
Fredericksburg Theater Company presents this performance by Texas Repertory Theatre of "Tenderly," a fresh, remarkably personal, and poignant picture of the woman whose unparalleled talent and unbridled personality made her an American musical legend.
New Braunfels
Friday Afternoon Club at Gruene Hall
March 3-May 26
Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Road
This Gruene Hall tradition, now in its 25th year, is where hipsters, oldsters, suits, locals, and drifters mix it up to start their weekend. This quintessential Friday happy hour offers great beer prices, prize giveaways, and the best in Texas tunes broadcast live by KNBT 92.1 FM Radio New Braunfels. There’s even a very special guest interview each week.
Orange
Voctave in Concert
March 4
Lutcher Theater, 707 Main Ave.
A cappella sensation Voctave has had over 150 million social media views of their videos, and their latest album, "The Spirit of the Season, Deluxe Edition," reached No. 6 on the Billboard charts. Their previous album, "The Corner of Broadway and Main Street Vol. 2," debuted at No. 3 on the iTunes charts.
La Grange
Sam Baker in Concert
March 4
The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.
Sam Baker is an American folk musician based in Austin, Texas. Catch him perform at the Bugle Boy's converted WWII Army barracks listening room.
Corsicana
Georgette Jones and Marty Haggard in Concert
March 4
The Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave.
Put two country legends' children together and you get the perfect show to celebrate their fathers. Georgette Jones, the daughter of George Jones, has released six albums and has performed all over, including The Grand Ole Opry. She recorded her first single, "Daddy Come Home," with her dad when she was just 10 years old and has continued to record and tour. Marty Haggard, the son of the great Merle Haggard, has also been singing since he was a child. Marty's songs remind you of not only his father, but also the others he considers some of the greatest of all time.
Victoria
"Alice in Wonderland"
March 4-5
Leo J. Welder Center for the Performing Arts, 214 N. Main St.
Follow Alice down the rabbit hole in the exuberant new ballet inspired by the much-loved book, "Alice in Wonderland." You're transported to a world of wonder as the dancers take you on a journey through the mad-capped world of Lewis Carroll.
Sherman
Sherman Symphony Orchestra Winter Concert
March 4
Kidd-Key Auditorium, 400 N. Elm St.
The late-winter concert features Beethoven’s mercurial Symphony No. 5. If you haven’t heard it in person, this is your chance to be a part of a special evening.
Kerrville
Classical Music Festival
March 4
First Presbyterian Church, 800 Jefferson St.
The Hill Country Chorale, an entity of the Hill Country Vocal Arts Society, which serves as a dynamic resource through which the vocal arts are introduced, networked, maintained, and performed in the Texas Hill Country, presents its Classical Music Festival.
Grand Prairie
Dallas Blues Festival
March 4
Texas Trust CU Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Texas Trust Way
The 18th annual Dallas Blues Festival features the following acts: Pokey Bear, King George, J'Wonn, Tucka, Calvin Richarson, Roi Anthony, and Ronnie Bell.
Galveston
"Rob Landes—The Great American Songbook II"
March 5
The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.
Featuring a collection of the most influential American popular songs and jazz standards from the early 20th century, "The Great American Songbook II" celebrates musical numbers that have stood the test of time in their life and legacy. Landes plays songs made famous by the likes of music legends Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, George and Ira Gershwin, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Frank Sinatra, and Ella Fitzgerald.
Bandera
Cowboy Opry
March 7, April 4, May 2
Silver Sage, 803 Buck Creek
See some Grand Ole Opry-style entertainment and enjoy light refreshments and door prizes.
Irving
Texas Steel Guitar Jamboree
March 9-12
Sheraton DFW, 4440 W. John Carpenter Freeway
Hear steel guitarists from around the world play at the annual jamboree. There are also educational seminars, plus vendors and manufacturers of steel guitars and musical products.
La Grange
Michael Hearne in Concert
March 10
The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.
Texas country artist Michael Hearne performs at the Bugle Boy's intimate listening room. Beer and wine is available.
Galveston
The Commodores in Concert
March 10-11
The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.
Renowned for R&B hits such as "Just to Be Close to You," "Easy," and "Brick House," The Commodores have educated millions worldwide with compelling hits, peerless musicianship, and classic American songwriting. Look forward to moving and grooving to the soulful tunes of these Motown legends.
Victoria
Gary Morris in Concert
March 10
Leo J. Welder Center for the Performing Arts, 214 N. Main St.
Enjoy an evening with Gary Morris on his Farewell Tour. This talented performer has more than 25 chart singles on the Billboard Country Charts, including five No. 1 hits. He has performed for the late Queen Elizabeth II as well as on Broadway.
Bandera
Bandera Fiber and Arts Festival
March 10-11
The Sheep Walk Ranch, 5305 SH 173 North
The Bandera Fiber and and Arts Festival is the capstone of the Bandera Fiber and Arts Week, with live music and vendors.
Austin
South by Southwest
March 10-19
Austin Convention Center and Downtown Austin, 500 E. Cesar Chavez St.
Every spring, crowds descend on downtown Austin to experience the world-renowned SXSW conference and festivals. Consisting of three main components—Interactive, Music, and Film—each track brings top creatives and global professionals together to collaborate during this exciting 10-day event.
Corpus Christi
Grand Finale Concert
March 11
TAMUCC Performing Arts Center, 6300 Ocean Drive #5723
"Carmina Burana" by Carl Orff is one the most famous pieces for choir, soloists, and orchestra. The texts are taken from poems of the 11th and 12th centuries and compiled in cantata form—a vocal composition with an instrumental accompaniment. The main theme continues to be used throughout the entertainment world, contributing to its universal appeal. Add to this the artistry of extraordinary singers, a massive choir, and the Corpus Christi Symphony Orchestra, and experience the perfect thrilling conclusion to a spectacular season.
Bellville
Classic Car Stampede
March 11
Historic Downtown Bellville , 1 Main St.
The annual Classic Car Stampede is held on the second Saturday of March each year with designated parking for cars made in or before 1976.
La Grange
Sara Hickman in Concert
March 11
The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.
Past State of Texas official musician Sara Hickman performs at the Bugle Boy's listening room—a converted WWII Army barracks. Beer and wine are available.
Cedar Park
TobyMac in Concert
March 11
H-E-B Center at Cedar Park , 2100 Avenue of the Stars
Multi-platinum Christian artist TobyMac and the Awakening Foundation make a stop in Cedar Park on the TobyMac Hits Deep Tour. The lineup features TobyMac and the DiverseCity band with support from Crowder, Cochren and Co., Tasha Layton, Jon Reddick, and Terrian. The annual arena tour features 30 dates and is a night of music and fun for the entire family.
Ray Wylie Hubbard in Concert
March 11
Haute Spot, 1501 E. New Hope Drive
Country singer Ray Wylie Hubbard comes to the Haute Spot in Cedar Park. Hubbard is known for his hits "Redneck Mother," "Snake Farm," and "Choctaw Bingo."
Boerne
Bluegrass Jam at the AgriCultural
March 11, 25; April 8, 22; May 13, 27
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.
New Braunfels
Two Ton Tuesdays Spring Break Show
March 14
Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Road
If you haven't felt the energy of Two Tons live, grab your dancing partner and get ready for a rockin’ night. The band takes the stage at 8:30 p.m.
Swing Dance Lessons
March 14
Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Road
Learn simple, fun East Coast Swing steps in this one-hour class before the Two Ton Tuesday show at Gruene Hall. This class is perfect for beginners or those wanting to polish their wraps, tunnels, turns, and spins.
Arlington
Symphony Arlington: Anthony Adario
March 16
Arlington Music Hall, 224 N. Center St.
Bassoonist Anthony Adario plays a concert featuring Mozart's "Bassoon Concerto," Ravel's "Mother Goose," Mahler's "Blumine," and Butterworth's "The Banks of Green Willow."
Amarillo
Disney on Ice: "Let's Celebrate"
March 16-19
Amarillo Civic Center , 401 S. Buchanan St.
Your favorite Disney characters return to Amarillo for Disney On Ice's "Let’s Celebrate," which features 14 classic and modern Disney stories in one production.
Mesquite
Mesquite Rocks
March 16, April 15, May 13
Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 N. Galloway Ave.
Join the Mesquite Arts Center for this monthly free family-friendly event with performances by tribute bands that cover the greatest hits of popular musicians and folk music.
Bandera
Third Thursday Cowboy Camp with Lew Peterbaugh
March 16, April 20, May 18
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.
La Grange
Buttercup in Concert
March 17
The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.
San Antonio art-rock band Buttercup returns to The Bugle Boy to perform in the listening room—a converted WWII Army barracks. To the delight of their longtime loyal fanbase and first-timers alike, just about every Buttercup performance is akin to an interactive art show, packed with many fresh, fun, and often outright joyfully absurd surprises and memorable songs and moments of impeccable musicianship. Beer and wine are available.
Rockport
Crawfish Cookoff and Tasting
March 17-18
Rockport Festival Grounds, 1204 E. Market St.
At this fourth annual event, which attracts 10,000 attendees, approximately 20,000 pounds of crawfish are served. Feast on great food and beverages while enjoying music, vendors, and the eating contests.
Brenham
The Celtic Angels in Concert
March 18
The Barnhill Center , 111 W. Main St.
Get swept away in their alluring adventure, a passionate homage to their beloved Emerald Isle. Be captivated by Ireland's great tapestry, woven together through song, dance, and storytelling. The group features award-winning singers, dancers, and musicians.
Cedar Park
Ana Gabriel in Concert
March 18
H-E-B Center at Cedar Park , 2100 Avenue of the Stars
Ana Gabriel began writing and performing her own songs at age 7, and now, after decades in the music business, she boasts more than 15 studio albums in her esteemed discography. The Spanish-language pop singer has earned an international following thanks to award-winning songs like "Cosas del Amor" and "Quin Como T." Backed by more than 10 Lo Nuestro Awards, Gabriel continues to perform to sold-out crowds around the globe.
Fredericksburg
Mud Dauber Festival and Chili Cookoff
March 18
Luckenbach Texas, 412 Luckenbach Town Loop
Named in honor of the pesky insect, this open chili cookoff and live music festival shows why Luckenbach has some of the best mud in the universe.
Comanche
Food Truck Rodeo
March 18
Comanche City Park, 1200 Comanche Trail
Feast on great food from food trucks, plus enjoy live music all day and kids' activities. This is a BYOB event.
Boerne
Music in the Cave: Spring Equinox
March 18
Cave Without a Name Throne Room, 325 Kreutzberg Road
Enjoy an evening of contemporary acoustic music, soaring vocal harmonies, and a percussive tribal/world-beat vibe performed on an unusual mix of ancient and modern instruments, all focused on the theme of the Spring Equinox as a time of rebirth and renewed energy. Some of this concert is performed in total darkness, illuminated by periods of flickering candlelight, providing a visually rich setting and mesmerizing listening environment.
Plano
Plano Symphony Orchestra: Young Artists and "Symphonie Fantastique"
March 18
Christ United Methodist Church, 3101 Coit Road
Joined by the three grand prize winners of the Plano Symphony Orchestra’s annual Collin County Young Artist Competition, Maestro Guzmán considers sharing the stage with the talented young artists to be among the most inspiring experiences of his career. This concert also features Belioz's imaginative "Symphonie Fantastique."
Palestine
Dogwood Trails Festival
March 18
Downtown and Old Town Palestine, 825 W. Spring St.
For over 80 years, Palestine has celebrated the Dogwood Trails Festival. This long-running event in downtown and Old Town Palestine offers a parade, craft and novelty vendors, food vendors, art galleries, street entertainment, and live music.
Bandera
Ham Rodeo
March 18
Mansfield Park, 2886 SH 16 North
The Bandera Wranglers, an all-volunteer nonprofit, hosts this annual rodeo that features vendors, wild hogs, barbecue, a concert, and interactive activities.
Fredericksburg
Rob Landes in Concert
March 19
Fredericksburg United Methodist Church, 1800 N. Llano St.
Fredericksburg Music Club presents Rob Landes, a native Houstonian who is widely known as a pianist, organist, harpist, arranger, conductor, and published composer.
Houston
Pavel Haas Quartet in Concert
March 21
Rice University—Alice Pratt Brown Hall—Stude Concert Hall, 6100 S. Main
After achieving great success in Hollywood, Austrian-American Erich Wolfgang Korngold returned his focus to concert works, upon which the like of Richard Strauss and Puccini had heaped praise. Hear one of his last major such works performed by favorited Prague-based ensemble Pavel Haas.
Palestine
Old-Time Music and Dulcimer Festival
March 23-25
First Baptist Church of Palestine, 5700 Loop 256
This festival offers workshops in the morning, but the afternoons are free for jamming. If you just want to listen, the jams are throughout the building. You may find one room full of autoharps, another full of old-time fiddlers, while another may be a slow mountain dulcimer jam for beginners. Concerts take place in the afternoons and evenings. Then there is more jamming after the evening concert.
La Grange
Mike McClure in Concert
March 24
The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.
Mike McClure performs at the Bugle Boy's listening room—a converted WWII Army barracks. McClure is a founding member of The Great Divide, and is currently the frontman for the Mike McClure Band. Beer and wine are available.
Galveston
The StepCrew
March 24
The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.
The StepCrew's unbelievable new show is a spell-binding tour de force that features three exhilarating dance forms: Ottawa Valley step dance, Irish step dance, and tap. Look forward to taking a dance journey with this cast of virtuosic dancers and musicians. The StepCrew also boasts three world-class fiddlers backed by an outstanding five-piece ensemble.
Cedar Park
The Gatlin Brothers in Concert
March 24
Haute Spot , 1501 E. New Hope Drive
Larry, Steve, and Rudy are a Grammy Award-winning trio who have dazzled audiences for more than 65 years with a lifetime of noteworthy achievements in their storybook career, including a Grammy for Best Country Song (“Broken Lady”), three Academy of Country Music awards for Single of the Year (“All The Gold In California”), Album of the Year ("Straight Ahead"), and Male Vocalist of the Year for Larry Gatlin.
Garland
Mavis Staples in Concert
March 24
Granville Arts Center, 300 N. Fifth St.
Mavis Staples brings her legendary American rhythm, blues, and gospel voice to Garland, Texas. As a singer, actress, and civil rights activist, Ms. Staples achievements encompass collaborations with Aretha Franklin, Prince, Bob Dylan, Arcade Fire, and Hozier. Don't miss this Grammy Award winner and Lifetime Achievement Award recipient as she croons, scats, swoops, and testifies like no one else can.
Amarillo
"Carmina Burana"
March 24-25
Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts , 500 S. Buchanan St
The Amarillo Symphony presents a performance of "Carmina Burana" featuring the Amarillo Master Chorale. The show also includes performances of Mozart’s "Ave Verum Corpus" and the overture to the composer's famous opera "Marriage of Figaro."
Boerne
The Peking Acrobats
March 24
Boerne Champion Auditorium, 201 Charger Blvd.
Boerne Performing Arts presents the Peking Acrobats, who astound and amuse in a performance that epitomizes family fun. In an all-new production, they are joined by members of the Shanghai Circus and perform daring acrobatics with grace, strength, and skill.
Lake Jackson
Lonestar in Concert
March 24
The Clarion , 500 College Drive
Lonestar has charted more than 20 singles on the Hot Country Songs chart, including nine that reached No. 1—hits like “No News”, “Come Cryin’ to Me”, and “Amazed, which also charted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming the first country song to do so since “Islands in the Stream” in 1983.
Irving
A Musical Tour of the Mayan Culture and the Texas Guitar Quartet
March 25
Irving Arts Center—Carpenter Performance Hall, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd.
The ancient Mayans are one of the most fascinating cultures in history due to their art, architecture, science, knowledge of the cosmos, and artistic traditions. This concert honors Mayan culture with a showing of the 1939 film "Night of the Mayas," enhanced by a multimedia presentation. The evening begins with one of Gershwin's most colorful scores, and the soothing sounds of the Texas Guitar Quartet complement this wonderful night of music.
Spring
The StepCrew
March 25
The Centrum, 6823 Cypresswood Drive
The StepCrew's show features three dance forms: Ottawa Valley step dance, Irish step dance, and tap. This cast of virtuosic dancers and musicians takes the audiences on a dance journey, showcasing the similarities and differences between the three styles. The StepCrew also boasts three world-class fiddlers backed by a five-piece ensemble with some of the most talented and respected musicians in the Celtic music scene today.
Monahans
Spring Street Jam
March 25
Ward County Event Center, 1525 East Monahans Parkway
At this street dance, the community welcomes visitors to come by and enjoy the live music and vendors.
La Grange
Nichole Wagner in Concert
March 25
The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.
Americana artist Nichole Wagner performs at the Bugle Boy's listening room. Beer and wine are available.
Kerrville
ViVA Trio
March 25
Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St.
This internationally touring trio of sopranos cross over between classical and pop music, with vocal fireworks, a charismatic stage presence, lush harmonies, designer gowns, and music that promises to enchant audiences.
Plano
Texas Forever Fest
March 25
Haggard Park, 901 E. 15th St.
Celebrate the food, art, and people of Texas. Enjoy live music, live Western entertainment, Texas-favorite food and drink, Texas-themed vendors, and fun for all ages.
Palestine
Dogwood Jamboree
March 25
Palestine High School Auditorium, 1600 Loop 256
Be entertained at this Branson-style show that features classic country music and comedy.
Lake Jackson
Brew on the Bayou
March 25
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 the items in the silent auction. The wooded grounds at the Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, lit by torchlight, make it a perfect spot to enjoy the brews, food, and music.
New Braunfels
Hayes Carll in Concert
March 25
Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Road
Musician Hayes Carll exists in a space of his own, informed by John Prine, Tom Waits, and Bob Dylan but also by Travis, Kenny Rogers, and Hank Williams Jr. He's been nominated for two Americana Music Awards and a Grammy for Best Country Song, and has won multiple Austin Music Awards.
Sugar Land
International Art and Kite Festival
March 25
Brazos River Park, 18427 Southwest Freeway
This festival honors culture and community through art, music, dancing, and food. Kite flying, art car showings, and cultural performances are just some of the highlights of this colorful festival.
Bandera
Frontier Times Fourth Sunday Jamboree
March 26, April 23, May 28
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.
Garland
The Peking Acrobats
March 27
Granville Arts Center, 300 N. Fifth St.
The Peking Acrobats have astounded audiences with their daring maneuvers and high-tech special effects for the past 30 years. Featuring dazzling acrobats and daredevil stunts, The Peking Acrobats offer an evening of thrilling dexterity and mind-blowing entertainment for the entire family. The Peking Acrobats are part of a time-honored Chinese tradition rooted in centuries of Chinese history and folk arts. Don't miss this visual spectacular with accompaniment by a live Chinese orchestra.
Lake Jackson
"Rising Tide: the Crossroads Project"
March 28
The Clarion , 500 College Drive
"Rising Tide: the Crossroads Project" is a riveting theater piece on global sustainability. Grounded in science, elevated by art, igniting response, the program features climate physicist and communicator Dr. Robert Davies; the Fry Street Quartet; and works from painter Rebecca Allan, environmental photographer Garth Lenz, and American composer Laura Kaminsky. The project blends emotion, information, and high-production-value graphics.
Longview
Spring Concert Series: Roots in the Gardens
March 30; April 6, 13, 20, 27
Longview Arboretum and Nature Center, 706 W. Cotton St.
Bring a lawn chair or blanket to the Longview Arboretum and Nature Center's spring concert series, held in the gardens on Thursday evenings. The lineup this year features bands playing a mix of music, from classic rock to blues to Motown. The bands include Galaxy, the Usual Suspects, Flashbacks, Probable Cause Band, and Tuxedo Cats.
Corsicana
Ruthie Foster in Concert
March 30
The Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave.
The small town of Gause, Texas had no chance of keeping the vocal powerhouse known as Ruthie Foster to itself. Described by Rolling Stone as "pure magic to watch and hear," her vocal talent was elevated in worship services at her community church. Drawing influence from legendary acts like Mavis Staples and Aretha Franklin, Foster developed a unique sound unable to be contained within a single genre.
La Grange
Jackson Emmer in Concert
March 31
The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.
Americana singer/songwriter Jackson Emmer performs at the Bugle Boy's listening room. Beer and wine are available.
Cedar Park
Tab Benoit in Concert
March 31
Haute Spot , 1501 E. New Hope Drive
One of the most impressive guitarists to emerge from the rich bayous of Louisiana in recent years, Tab Benoit’s guitar tone can be recognized before his Otis Redding-ish voice resonates from the speakers.
Kerrville
Camerata San Antonio in Concert
March 31
First Presbyterian Church, 800 Jefferson St.
Grammy-nominated Camerata San Antonio is a flexible classical chamber music ensemble serving San Antonio and the surrounding Hill Country. This performance, titled "Quartets," features Mozart's String Quartet in A Major, K. 464; Bacewicz's String Quartet No. 4; and Beethoven's String Quartet in E-flat Major, Op. 74 “Harp.”
Concerts by the River
March 31, April 28
Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive
Pack your lawn chairs and picnic blankets and come out to the park to enjoy free concerts along the banks of the beautiful Guadalupe River.
Brenham
Southern Raised in Concert
April 1
The Barnhill Center , 111 W. Main St.
They are kinfolk who are trained in classical music but raised in the bluegrass-covered Ozark Mountains. They created a trademark sound where classical meets bluegrass, with Celtic and Christian music mixed into their repertoire.
Pearland
Houston Folk, Blues, and Gospel Festival
April 1
Independence Park, 3449 Pearland Pkwy.
Hear major concerts while browsing through 100 artists booths, a farmers market, and dozens of fun contests and attractions. Check out the Taste of Texas Food Garden, with delicious cuisine and domestic and craft beers. National recording artists perform throughout the afternoon and evening on the main stage. Best of all, admission is free for all ages.
Llano
Llano Fiddle Fest Contest and Concert
April 1-2
John L. Kuykendall Event Center, 2200 W. Ranch Road 152
The weekend includes the 45th annual Open Fiddle Fest, a live concert and dance, and a Sunday service and cowboy breakfast. This year's Open Fiddle Contest (with a free entrance) includes youth, senior, open, and accompanist divisions. Saturday's activities also feature an evening concert with legendary country star Moe Bandy. The event takes place at the John L. Kuykendall Event Center, which provides a large, open space for the competition, concert, and Sunday morning service.
La Grange
Giulia Millanta and Gabe Rhodes in Concert
April 1
The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.
Guilia Millanta makes her Bugle Boy debut with Gabe Rhodes in the converted WWII Army barracks listening room. Millanta is an Italian-born, folk-rock, Americana singer-songwriter, and Rhodes is an American folk and country musician and producer. Beer and wine are available during the show.
Cedar Park
Cory Morrow in Concert
April 1
Haute Spot , 1501 E. New Hope Drive
Texas country singer-songwriter Cory Morrow visits the Haute Spot.
Kerrville
Solar Eclipse Kickoff
April 1
Butt-Holdworth Memorial Library, 505 Water St.
Butt-Holdworth Memorial Library hosts this party that includes an indoor planetarium show, music, and guest speaker. This event celebrates the upcoming Oct. 14, 2023 annular eclipse and the April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse.
Mesquite
Mesquite Symphony Orchestra in Concert
April 1
Mesquite Symphony Orchestra, 1527 N. Galloway Ave.
Mesquite Symphony Orchestra presents "Mother Earth" with a program Victor Agudelo's orchestral work "Algo Va a Suceder..." ("Something is going to happen…") and Debussy's "La mer."
Port Arthur
Cajun Heritage Fest
April 1
Carl A. Parker Multipurpose Center, 1800 Lakeshore Drive
Enjoy live Cajun music, spicy food, and dancing the night away. Cajun activities are planned in days surrounding the event.
Monahans
Spring Fling
April 4
Ward County Event Center, 1525 East Monahans Parkway
At the Spring Fling, the community welcomes visitors to come by and enjoy the live music and vendors.
Elgin
Music in the Park
April 7-May 26
Downtown , 114 Central Ave.
Every Friday in April and May, the Friends of Elgin Parks hosts this live-music series featuring a different band in historic downtown Elgin's Veterans Memorial Park. Bring friends and family, beverages, snacks, and a blanket or lawn chair. Elgin Parks and Recreation also offers games for children.
Corsicana
175 Minutes of Music Celebration
April 8
Cassaro Winery and Vineyards, 211 N. Beaton St.
Cassaro Wines and Tasting Room joins Corsicana's year-long 175th birthday celebration with a special live performance in the tasting room's outdoor courtyard in historic downtown Corsicana.
Houston
Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Wind Ensemble
April 11
Rice University—Alice Pratt Brown Hall—Stude Concert Hall, 6100 S. Main
Though its string ensemble is already well-known to Chamber Music Houston audiences, the celebrated Academy of St. Martin in the Fields offers guests a wind ensemble in a program featuring two superb quintets for piano and winds by the masters: Mozart and Beethoven.
Arlington
Symphony Arlington: Jacob Cordover
April 13
Arlington Music Hall, 224 N. Center St.
Guitarist Jacob Cordover wows the audience with "A Salute to the Big Apple," Elmer Bernstein's "Guitar Concerto," and the 15th annual Great Movie Scores Quiz.
Grand Prairie
Styx in Concert
April 13
Texas Trust CU Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Texas Trust Way
The six men comprising Styx have committed to "rocking the Paradise" together with audiences far and wide by averaging over 100 shows a year every year since 1999, and each one of them is committed to making the next show better than the last.
Galveston
Seong-Jin Cho Piano Concert
April 14
The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.
Recognized for his overwhelming talent and innate musicality, classical piano virtuoso, Seong-Jin Cho, has made his mark as one of the "consummate talents of his generation" and as "one of the most distinctive artists on the current music scene." You won't want to miss this intimate concert performed by one of the world's brightest stars in contemporary classical music.
Garland
Band Together on the Square Concert Series
April 14
506 Art Pocket Park, 506 Main St.
Band Together on the Square Concert Series is a diverse musical experience that is perfect for a carefree, spring vibe. Bring your lawn chairs and catch live music in Garland's pocket park on the square. Purchase food and beverages from local restaurants for the full downtown experience.
Bandera
Texas Heroes Hall of Honors Induction Ceremony and Reunion
April 14
Frontier Times Museum, 510 13th St.
In keeping with the pioneering spirit of its founder, J. Marvin Hunter Sr., the Frontier Times Museum has established the Heroes Hall of Honor to recognize the contributions of individuals who, through their leadership, creativity, example, and hard work, keep the pioneer spirit alive. Each year, the museum inducts its honorees at an annual induction ceremony.
Karnack
Caddo Homecoming
April 14
Caddo Lake State Park, 245 Park Road 2
Walk into yesteryear at Caddo Lake State Park, which celebrates 30 years of good conservation with the Caddo Lake Institute. Try your hand at canoeing, fishing, and other park activities. Decorate your campsite with a retro theme, attend an outdoor movie, and enjoy music and dancing like it's 1923, when the Texas State Parks system was founded.
Sugar Land
Ana Gabriel in Concert
April 14
Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land, 18111 Lexington Blvd.
Grammy-nominated Mexican singer and songwriter Ana Gabriel comes back to Smart Financial Centre on her "Por Amor A Ustedes" world tour.
La Grange
Jon Muq in Concert
April 15
The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.
Ugandan-born vocalist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Jon Muq makes his Bugle Boy debut. Beer and wine are available during the show.
Galveston
Renee Elise Goldsberry in Concert
April 15
The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.
Winner of the 2016 Tony Award for her performance in "Hamilton," Renee Elise Goldsberry is equally at home in a Broadway theater, a film set, or on a concert hall stage. You won't want to miss her dynamic show titled "Revive." Look forward to her performance anchored by a four-piece band and complement of back-up singers who have you stomping your feet and clapping your hands to the grand music of this high-energy concert.
Georgetown
Two Step Inn
April 15-16
San Gabriel Park, 445 E. Morrow St.
Embrace the honky-tonk spirit with 40-plus artists across three stages, featuring live music from country currents, country classics, and the country curious. Acts scheduled to perform include Zach Bryan, Tyler Childers, Midland, Travis Tritt, Tanya Tucker, Wynonna Judd, Clay Walker, Mavis Staples, and Diplo.
Palestine
Wiggy Thump Festival
April 15
Anderson County Youth Livestock Pavilion, 750 US 287
This music festival features a lineup of Texas country favorites including Whiskey Myers, Mark Chesnutt, Tanner Usrey, and Sarah Hobbs. Food and non-alcoholic drinks are sold at the festival.
Mesquite
Community Band Spring Concert
April 15
Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 N. Galloway Ave.
The Mesquite Community Band is made up of volunteer musicians from high school through retirement age. The group performs its annual spring concert which includes favorite songs that are inspired by Texas.
Austin
McKinney Falls Fest
April 15
McKinney Falls State Park, 5808 McKinney Falls Parkway
Come out to the park for a fun day full of guided hikes, live music, food trucks, and activity booths, plus park staff open a time capsule buried in the park in 1975. Discover the treasures that were left behind and witness the preparation of the next time capsule for McKinney Falls State Park to be opened in 2073.
Houston
"Crossing to the New World: Early and Traditional Music in the British Isles, France, and North America"
April 16
A.D. Bruce Religion Center, 3841 Cullen Blvd.
Houston Early Music presents a concert by Baltimore Consort featuring country music brought to the shores of the New World by northern European settlers.
Fredericksburg
Alamo Metro Chorus in Concert
April 16
Fredericksburg United Methodist Church, 1800 N. Llano St.
Fredericksburg Music Club presents award-winning barbershop group Alamo Metro Chorus, a membership organization of female singers who meet regularly to practice, perform, socialize, and have fun.
Dale
Old Settler's Music Festival
April 20-23
At the 36th annual Old Settler's Music Festival, enjoy four days of Americana/roots music, camping, jamming, and family fun in beautiful Dale (just outside of Austin). Yolo, the Wood Brothers, Shovels and Rope, and Shinyribs are just a few of the acts scheduled to perform.
Sugar Land
Ha*Ash in Concert
April 20
Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land, 18111 Lexington Blvd.
Sisters Hanna Nicole Pérez and Ashley Grace Pérez, aka Latin pop duo Ha*Ash, perform songs from their latest album "HAASHTAG," which debuted at No. 1 on iTunes Mexico and includes hits like “Lo Que Un Hombre Debería Saber.”
Hallettsville
Texas State Championship Fiddlers' Frolics
April 21-23
Hallettsville KC Hall, 321 US 77 South
All things fiddle are celebrated this weekend. Activities include the fiddle championship, a barbecue cookoff, Fit as a Fiddle 5K, arts and crafts, and food.
La Grange
The Limelighters in Concert
April 21
The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.
Classic folk singing trio and members of the prestigious Texas Touring Roster, The Limelighters make their Bugle Boy debut in the converted WWII Army barracks listening room. Beer and wine are available during the show.
Taylor
Music on Main
April 21
Heritage Square Park, 400 N. Main St.
Heritage Square is full of family-friendly music from local and regional musicians. Bring a blanket or chairs.
Corsicana
The Malpass Brothers in Concert
April 21
The Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave.
Count on classic, real country music with the Malpass Brothers. They might play a couple of old-time traditional gospel songs, or come down into the house at intermission and ask what you'd like to hear.
Amarillo
"Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2"
April 21-22
Globe-News Center for the Perfroming Arts , 500 S. Buchanan St
The Amarillo Symphony's final concert of the season is a performance of Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2, performed by award-winning pianist Joyce Yang.
Grand Prairie
Royal Comedy 2023
April 21
Texas Trust CU Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Texas Trust Way
The Royal Comedy comes to Grand Prairie with Sommore, Bruce Bruce, Lavell Crawford, JJ Williamson, Special K, Q Coleman, and D Elli$.
Main Street Fest
April 21-23
Downtown , 200 block of West Main Street
The 10th annual Main Street Fest is a three-day event featuring live music, carnival rides, arts and crafts, food and beer, and local vendors.
Irving
"Super Diamond: The Music of Neil Diamond"
April 22
Irving Arts Center—Carpenter Performance Hall, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd.
The Irving Symphony's spectacular season comes to a close with Super Diamond, a band that pays tribute to the music of one of the most successful singer/songwriters ever, Neil Diamond. Hear some of his greatest hits including "Hello Again," "I Am ... I Said," "Coming to America," "Cherry Cherry," "September Morn," and, of course, "Sweet Caroline."
Orange
Jimmy Fortune and The Malpass Brothers in Concert
April 22
Lutcher Theater , 707 Main Ave.
Gospel Music Association and Country Music Association Hall of Famer Jimmy Fortune is joined by special guests The Malpass Brothers for this one-of-a-kind concert. Jimmy Fortune toured, sang, and performed with the legendary Statler Brothers for 21 years and wrote the groups second No. 1 hit, "Elizabeth." Openers for music legend Merle Haggard on multiple tours, The Malpass Brothers promote the work and music of classic country artists they treasure while creating new music and making their own mark in the lineage of rich American culture.
La Grange
Jenny Reynolds in Concert
April 22
The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.
Austin-based singer-songwriter Jenny Reynolds returns to the converted WWII Army barracks listening room. Beer and wine are available during the show.
Fredericksburg
Luckenbach Bluegrass Festival
April 22
Luckenbach Texas, 412 Luckenbach Town Loop
A day full of great bluegrass music, food, and a family-friendly atmosphere. The music line up starts at 1 p.m. and goes into the evening with lots of great artists and bands.
Kerrville
Windsync in Concert
April 23
Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St.
Houston-based WindSync performs wind quintet masterworks, adapting beloved music to their instrumentation and championing new works by today’s composers.
Austin
Shakespeare’s Birthday: Celebrate Sonnets
April 23
Pease Park, Tudor Cottage and Terrace, 1100 Kingsbury St.
Austin Shakespeare presents a new project, Shakespeare’s Birthday: Celebrate Sonnets, a collaboration with the Pease Park Conservancy featuring poetry, music, and dance as well as cake and beverages. The event features the park’s newly restored 1920 Tutor cottage and terrace.
Victoria
Victoria Symphony—Downtown Rhythms
April 27
De Leon Plaza, 101 N. Main St.
The Victoria Symphony puts on an outdoor performance, interspersed with student and college musical groups. Children love the instrument petting zoo where they can play symphony instruments.
Kerrville
Symphony of the Hills in Concert
April 27
Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St.
The symphony presents "Orchestral Fire," the season finale featuring Pyotr Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 5 in E Minor. The concert opens with the Trumpet Concerto of Armenian composer Alexander Arutunian. This work is one of the most often performed trumpet concertos in the orchestra repertoire.
La Grange
Steve Seskin and Allen Shamblin in Concert
April 28
The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.
Singer-songwriters Steve Seskin and Allen Shamblin make their Bugle Boy debut, performing in the converted WWII Army barracks listening room. Seskin's songs have been recorded by artists Garth Brooks, Reba McEntire, Waylon Jennings, Tim McGraw, Colin Raye, and Mark Wills, while Allen is in the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. Beer and wine are available during the show.
Victoria
John Conlee in Concert
April 28
Leo J. Welder Center for the Performing Arts, 214 N. Main St.
Enjoy classic country music at this Charity Concert Series show featuring John Conlee, who has recorded 11 studio albums, charted a total of 32 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, and has been a member of the Grand Ole Opry since 1981.
Victoria Symphony Concert: Gershwin Hits
April 29
Victoria Fine Arts Center, 1002 Sam Houston Drive
Hear some of George Gershwin's memorable, jazzy tunes from Paris to bluesy rhapsodies followed by Brahm's First Symphony. Martin James Bartlett plays piano.
Sherman
Sherman Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert
April 29
Kidd-Key Auditorium, 400 N. Elm St.
For the final concert of the 2022-23 season, Sherman Symphony Orchestra partners with regional choirs and professional vocalists to present a one-of-a-kind opera performance.
Ingram
Stonehenge II Celtic Festival and Highland Games
April 29
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.
Richardson
Mahler Symphony No. 2 "Resurrection"
April 29
Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Drive
The final performance of the Plano Symphony Orchestra’s 40th-anniversary season brings together the largest ensemble of musicians in the orchestra's history, uniting the Plano Civic Chorus and the Irving Chorale with 100 orchestra musicians for a rousing performance of Mahler’s Symphony No. 2, “Resurrection.”
Surfside Beach
Surfside Marina Crawfish Fest
April 29
Surfside Marina, 827 Gulf Road
Come for the crawfish, stay for the competition, where teams compete and judges select the best crawfish boil. The event also feature vendors and live music.
Plano
Family Concert: "A Night at the Ball"
April 30
Courtyard Theater, 1509 H Ave.
This concert features the Plano Symphony Orchestra’s brass quintet and percussion, marionettes, and dancers. Come dressed in your prince and princess attire to join in the fun. Kids learn about classical music and instruments as well as hear music from "Beauty and the Beast," "Star Wars," and other popular movies.
Houston
Calidore Quartet with Matthew Lipman
May 2
Rice University—Alice Pratt Brown Hall—Stude Concert Hall, 6100 S. Main St.
The Calidore Quartet returns to close the season in a beautiful program featuring string quintets by Mendelssohn and Mozart, aided by Lincoln Center star violist Matthew Lipman, already well-known to Chamber Music Houston audiences from past digital presentations. The quartet also performs Smetana's autobiographical work, "From My Life."
Amarillo
"Priscilla, Queen of the Desert"
May 4-7, 11-14
Amarillo Little Theatre Allen Shankles Mainstage, 2019 Civic Circle
Based on the smash-hit movie, "Priscilla, Queen of the Desert" is the heartwarming, uplifting adventure of three friends, Tick, Bernadette, and Adam, a glamorous Sydney-based performing trio who agree to take their drag show to the middle of the Australian outback.
Mesquite
Courtyard Concert Series
May 4
Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 N. Galloway Ave.
Mesquite Arts Center Courtyard Concert Series features music by local bands.
Dallas
Southwestern District of the Barbershop Harmony Society Spring Convention
May 5-6
Hyatt Regency DFW International Airport, 2334 N. International Pkwy.
The Southwestern District of the Barbershop Harmony Society makes a start to the spring season with the Spring Convention. Approximately 300 participants vie to earn top honors in the senior and novice quartet championships, as well as the right to compete at the international competition in July. Competitors travel from a five-state area—Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana—to compete.
Freeport
Cinco De Mayo Celebration
May 6
Freeport Historical Museum, 311 E. Park Ave.
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in historic downtown Freeport with food trucks and live entertainment.
Amarillo
"Fiddler on the Roof"
May 9-10
Amarillo Civic Center , 401 S. Buchanan St.
Tony-winning director Bartlett Sher and the team behind "South Pacific" and "The King and I" bring a fresh and authentic vision to this beloved theatrical masterpiece from Tony winner Joseph Stein and Pulitzer Prize winners Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick.
Arlington
Symphony Arlington: Albert Cano Smit
May 11
Arlington Music Hall, 224 N. Center St.
Pianist Albert Cano Smit performs Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Khachaturian's "Three Pieces from Gayane," Respighi's "The Pines of Rome," and Strauss' "Rosenkavalier Waltzes."
Frisco
Academy of Country Music Awards
May 11
Ford Center at The Star, 1 Cowboys Way
See the best of country music take the stage at the 58th Academy of Country Music Awards ceremony, heading to Ford Center at The Star in Frisco.
La Grange
Emily Shirley in Concert
May 12
The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.
Austin-based singer-songwriter Emily Shirley returns to the converted WWII Army barracks listening room. Beer and wine are available during the show.
Brenham
T. Graham Brown in Concert
May 13
The Barnhill Center, 111 W. Main St.
This rock/pop/blues/gospel icon is now in his fifth decade as a stunningly soulful entertainer. Brown has recorded 13 studio albums and has charted more than 20 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. Three of those singles became No. 1 hits: "Hell and High Water," "Don't Go to Strangers," and "Darlene."
La Grange
Jack Barksdale in Concert
May 13
The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.
Current Bugle Boy Talent Trust recipient Jack Barksdale returns to the Bugle Boy stage. Barksdale is a 15-year-old folk/Americana singer-songwriter from Texas.
Mesquite
Off the Rails Concert
May 13, 20, 27
Front Street Station, 100 W. Front St.
The Mesquite Arts Center presents this weekly family-friendly event in downtown Mesquite featuring a different musical act and a variety of genres.
Frisco
Cirque Du Soleil "Corteo"
May 17-21
Comerica Center, 2601 Avenue of the Stars
"Corteo," the most enchanting arena production from Cirque du Soleil, is back in North America and heading to Frisco, set to charm audiences for the very first time.
Corsicana
Yesterday and Today: The Beatles Experience
May 18
The Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave.
This talented tribute band, anchored by brothers Billy, Matthew, and Ryan McGuigan, perform as themselves and leave the song choices completely in the hands of the audience. This is done through request cards that audience members fill out prior to the show. On the cards, audience members only need to fill out three things: their name, their favorite Beatles song, and the reason why they chose that song.
La Grange
South Austin Moonlighters in Concert
May 19
The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.
Members of the prestigious Texas Touring Roster, the South Austin Moonlighters return to the Bugle Boy's converted WWII Army barracks listening room. Beer and wine are available during the show.
Lake Jackson
Gina Chavez in Concert
May 19
The Clarion , 500 College Drive
Gina Chavez blends the sounds of the Americas with tension and grace. A 12-time Austin Music Award winner, including 2019 Female Vocalist and 2015 Austin Musician of the Year, Chavez explores the true meaning of “Americana" as she and her five-piece band take audiences on a high-energy journey through Latin America and beyond.
Spring
Michael Cavanagh: The Music of Billy Joel and Elton John
May 20
The Centrum, 6823 Cypresswood Drive
Michael Cavanaugh was hand-picked by Billy Joel to star in the hit Broadway musical "Movin' Out." He received both Tony and Grammy nominations in the lead role. This show includes the greatest hits from rock piano legends Elton John and Billy Joel, including "Piano Man," "Rocket Man," "Bennie and the Jets," "Movin' Out," "I'm Still Standing," and "My Life."
La Grange
Pat Byrne in Concert
May 20
The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.
Ireland's Pat Byrne returns to the converted WWII Army barracks listening room. Byrne was the original winner of "The Voice Ireland" before moving to Austin, Texas. Beer and wine are available during the show.
Galveston
Steve Tyrell in Concert
May 20
The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.
Grammy Award-winning vocalist Steve Tyrell is a soulful crooner with a deep love of the American pop and standards tradition. His popular and breakthrough performances in "Father of the Bride" and "Father of the Bride II" helped Tyrell reinvent classic pop standards for a modern-day audience. Look forward to enjoying such hits as "The Way You Look Tonight," "Crush on You," and "The Sunny Side of the Street."
Mesquite
Mesquite Symphony Orchestra in Concert
May 20
Mesquite Symphony Orchestra, 1527 N. Galloway Ave.
Mesquite Symphony Orchestra presents "Space," a concert featuring Holst's "The Planets," Bates' "Mothership," and Williams' "Star Wars" suite.
Fredericksburg
The Moanin' Frogs in Concert
May 21
Fredericksburg United Methodist Church, 1800 N. Llano St.
Fredericksburg Music Club presents the Moanin' Frogs, an ensemble featuring six saxophones from soprano to bass. Bending genres and uplifting spirits, The Moanin’ Frogs offer an electrifying approach to chamber music.
New Braunfels
Americana Music Jam
May 21
Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Road
This annual music jam, co-sponsored by KNBT2.1 FM Radio New Braunfels, is a celebration of Americana music featuring exceptional artists of the genre. Each year's event benefits a local charity.
Kerrville
Kerrville Folk Festival
May 25-June 11
Quiet Valley Ranch, 3876 Medina Highway
This annual festival features 18 days and nights of music from songwriters of national and international acclaim. One of the longest continuously running music festivals in the U.S., the festival has activities for all ages with a focus on nurturing and developing artistic expression, especially the art of songwriting, in a loving family-friendly environment.
Grapeland
Memorial Day Gospel Bluegrass Festival
May 25-28
Salmon Lake Park Texas, 247 Salmon Lake Road
Musicians and singers from around the state converge in Grapeland for the 26th annual festival, with music starting after noon and going well into the night.
Brenham
Gunhild Carling: Sweden's Queen of Swing in Concert
May 27
The Barnhill Center, 111 W. Main St.
Swedish musical sensation Gunhild Carling is an internationally acclaimed superstar whose show is a can't-miss event. Carling performs great swing jazz standards from the speakeasy and big-band eras, and some of her music sounds like traditional New Orleans jazz. She masterfully takes you back to another era with vintage songs like "Minnie the Moocher," "Sweet Georgia Brown," "All of Me," "It Had to Be You," and an endless repertoire of old favorites.
Rockport
Wine Festival
March 27
Texas Maritime Museum, 1202 Navigation Circle
This event is sponsored by the Maritime Museum and proceeds go toward furthering the museum's efforts. The festival includes wine tastings, beer, food, and live music.
Hunt
Crider's Rodeo and Dancehall Opening Night
May 27-Sept. 2
Crider's Rodeo and Dancehall, 2310 SH 39
For 95 years, Crider's Rodeo and Dancehall has been a entertainment spot along the banks of the Guadalupe River each summer, with seasonal rodeos, live music, and dancing on Saturday nights. The season kicks off on May 27 with a rodeo followed by dancing and live music by Mike Donnell.
Bandera
Chuckwagon Dinner and Show
May 27
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.
Grand Prairie
Tejano Fest
May 28
Traders Village, 2602 Mayfield Road
Enjoy live music featuring Tejano artists from around the state, all-ages entertainment, food, and carnival rides.
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.
