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Fredericksburg
Hill Country Antique Tractor and Engine Club Show
May 21
Gillespie County Fairgrounds, 530 Fair Drive
This annual tractor show features old tractors and farm machinery—some of it restored to operate and look as good as it did decades ago—along with antique gasoline and steam engines manufactured as far back as 1900. Exhibits and demonstrations are featured throughout the day.
Mesquite
Premier Gun Shows
May 21-22
Mesquite Convention Center, 1700 Rodeo Drive
With events in April, May, and June, Premier Gun Shows feature exhibits of new and used guns, gun parts, accessories, and other items.
Grapevine
Vintage Railroad
June 1-Aug. 31
Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 705 S. Main St.
Step back in time with a nostalgic ride on the Grapevine Vintage Railroad The train travels along the historic Cotton Belt Route between Grapevine and the Stockyards in Fort Worth.
Brownwood
Heartland Rod Run
June 3-4
Riverside Park, 320 Riverside Park Drive
For its 46th year, the Heartland Rod Run sees cars, trucks, and bikes in a show that's free to the public and free for those entering vehicles. There's also the Panty Dash and the burnout contest, sponsored by Discount Tire.
Jefferson
Big Cypress Corvette Show
June 3-5
Downtown
See an exciting lineup of Corvettes all weekend long. Friday night, drivers take to the Piney Woods roads. Then on Saturday, visitors can enjoy the Show and Shine on the brick streets of historic Jefferson. Awards are handed out for Best of Show, Participant's Choice, Best Engine, Best Interior, Best Paint, and other categories.
Fredericksburg
Car Fest
June 4
Marktplatz, State Highway 16 and Main Street
This 17th annual open car show benefits the various charitable and fraternal activities of Masonic Lodge #794. The event offers food, beverages, a raffle, silent auction, and lots of fun for everyone.
Ennis
Racewars
June 5
Texas Motorplex, 7500 US 287 W.
Car enthusiasts love coming to Racewars for the car show, drag races, and shopping.
Granbury
Lone Star Street Rod Association
June 10-12
Hewlett Park, 621 E. Pearl St.
The Lone Star Street Rod Association brings its 46th annual State Run to Granbury’s Hewlett Park, with some 450 rods expected.
Dennis
Gunslinger Outlaw Modified Series
June 11
Big O Speedway , 3118 FM 85
Watch vehicles race on a .25-mile, semi-banked dirt track.
Kerrville
Cody's Car Show
June 11
Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27
Great cars, breakfast, lunch, sweet treats, a silent auction, kids' zone, DJ, and music make this sixth annual event a fun-filled day in memory of Cody Blain Adams, who was killed by a drunk driver. All proceeds go to the Cody Blain Adams Memorial Scholarship Fund for local seniors in surrounding areas.
Marshall
Main Street Cruise Night
June 11, July 9, Aug. 13, Sept. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 12, Dec. 10
Main Street , 216 N. Washington Ave.
Every second Saturday, meet friends and family or make it a date night and enjoy the stroll along Main Street. See new and classic cars of all makes, models, and colors. Main Street is the location for East Texas’ finest show with local hot rods, classic cruisers, motorcycles, and the pride and joy of hand-polished collections. Before you go, plan to shop and dine while in downtown Marshall.
Ennis
Texas Truck Jam
June 17-18
Texas Motorplex, 7500 US 287
Diesel or gas trucks compete in drag racing.
Mesquite
Premier Gun Shows
June 18-19
Mesquite Convention Center, 1700 Rodeo Drive
With events in April, May, and June, Premier Gun Shows feature exhibits of new and used guns, gun parts, accessories, and other items.
Ennis
Texas Whip Fest
June 25
Texas Motorplex, 7500 US 287
Car enthusiasts compete in drag races and show off their rides in a car show.
Rockport
July Fourth Activities
July 4
Little Bay and Downtown
Get in a patriotic mood as you view a patriotic boat parade at noon. The parade can be seen from downtown, but for the best views, head to Broadway adjacent to Little Bay. The Wendell Family Fireworks Show is held at dark.
Canton
Balloon Fest
July 8-9
First Monday Grounds, 800 Flea Market Lane
This festival features food and art vendors, family-fun activities, car shows, and the popular 5K glow run on Friday night. Each year the festival highlights great East Texas music with nonstop music all weekend. The stars of the show are the balloons that take off each night in a display of color. There's also a sanctioned competition by the Balloon Federation of America each morning. The event has tethered rides and full balloon rides (reserve in advance).
Kerrville
Texas Gun and Knife Show
July 9-10
Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27
Vendors sell new and used guns, knives, ammo, coins, jewelry, camping gear, accessories, and merchandise for outdoorsy activities.
Waco
Duel on the Brazos
July 16-17
Brazos Park East , 3516 N. MLK Jr. Blvd.
See drag boats rip through the water at high speed. The Southern Drag Boat Association is one of the oldest drag boat racing organizations in the country.
Kerrville
Hill Country Gun Show
July 16-17
Hill Country Veterans Center, 411 Meadowview
Proceeds from this gun show benefit local veterans. Find merchandise that includes new and used guns, knives, coins, cutting boards, and ammo.
Ennis
Rumble in the Jungle
July 22
Texas Motorplex, 7500 US 287
Grudge racing is a form of drag racing that involves lots of trash talk, ground rules, and racing. The only rules are the ones established before the race. Rumble in the Jungle features some of the baddest grudge racers in the country.
Fredericksburg
Hill Country Auto Swap Meet
July 29-31
Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, 432 Lady Bird Drive
Car enthusiasts can find just about anything at the 44th annual swap meet. A "car corral" has vintage autos for sale in various states of restoration, and among the many items for sale at the flea market are vehicles and parts, tools, auto accessories, hats, books, clothes, and various souvenirs. Concessions are also available.
Ennis
Gunslinger Outlaw Modified Series
July 30
Big O Speedway , 3118 FM 85
Watch vehicles race on a .25-mile, semi-banked dirt track.
Rockport
TSA Rockin' Rockport Youth Sailing Regatta
Aug. 5-7
Rockport Yacht Club, Bays of Rockport and Fulton
Rockport Yacht Club hosts the seventh annual Texas Sailing Association-sanctioned Youth Sailing Regatta. Potentially 90 boats participate, bringing sailing fans and families to the Rockport area for a weekend of nautical fun.
Temple
Touch-a-Truck
Aug. 20
Reuben D. Talasek Bend of the River, 7915 S. General Bruce Drive
Who wouldn't love to climb aboard a fire truck or big rig? Touch-a-Truck provides a unique opportunity for children of all ages to explore and climb on vehicles of all types, all in one place.
Ennis
Gunslinger Outlaw Modified Series
Aug. 27
Big O Speedway , 3118 FM 85
Watch vehicles race on a .25-mile, semi-banked dirt track.
Kerrville
River Roadster Show
Aug. 27
Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive
This free 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. You don’t need a hot rod or classic to enjoy the fun. There's also live music and sweet treats available for purchase.
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