A note regarding COVID-19
Stephenville
Cars and Coffee at the Courthouse
April 5-Dec. 6
Erath County Courthouse, 100 W. Washington St.
This is an early Saturday morning get-together for auto enthusiasts without the pressure of an organized car show. Meet 7 to 10 a.m., and it’s come and go as you please.
Jefferson
Historic Jefferson Pilgrimage
May 1-4
Downtown
This weekend allows visitors the opportunity to “step back in time” and experience historic home tours, the “Diamond Bessie” murder trial play, twilight garden tours, a plant sale, craft fair sale, quilt exhibit, tours of Jay Gould’s private rail car, a parade, and other festivities unique to this event.
Temple
Central Texas AirFest
May 16-17
Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional Airport, 7720 Airport Road
Experience a day full of supersonic-speed jets, gravity-defying aerobatics, parachutists, and exciting ground displays. On Friday, there is an evening air show, live music, and a drone show.
Canton
First Monday Trade Days
May 1-4, 29-June 1, July 3-6, 31-Aug. 3, 28-31
Trade Grounds, 800 First Monday Lane
What started as a small market on the first Monday of the month has grown into the “World’s Largest Outdoor Flea Market” now held Thursday through Sunday once a month. Find home décor, one-of-a-kind furniture, clothing, and an array of delicious food.
Amarillo
Texas Route 66 Festival
June 5-14
Greater Amarillo Area
Dive into 10 days of classic car shows, exclusive bus tours, special Route 66-themed movie screenings, a cattle drive and parade, live music, and many other offerings along the iconic Texas stretch. The grand finale on June 14 takes place in Amarillo’s Route 66 Historic District.
Jefferson
Big Cypress Corvette Weekend
June 5-7
Downtown
Every first weekend of June, Corvettes from around the state line up along the historic brick streets of Jefferson and cruise the roads around the Piney Woods. On Saturday is the Show and Shine, followed by awards in categories like Best of Show and Participant’s Choice.
Amarillo
Texas 66 Fast Draw Championships
June 6-8
Tri-State Fair Rex Baxter Building, 3301 SE 10th Ave.
This fast draw shooting competition features a cattle drive and multiple shootouts along the route.
Bandera
FatBoyz Cruise-In Car show
June 6
FatBoyz Sandwich Shop, 610 SH 16 South
On the first Friday of the month, this car show features custom autos, rods, classics, muscle cars, trucks, motorcycles, special interest, and vintage vehicles of all kinds.
Galveston
Galveston Island Revue Weekend
June 6-8
Downtown
Contestants from across the country model retro-chic swimwear echoing the good ol’ days of Galveston’s summertime history. The weekend features a classic car show and live music.
Ennis
Rights Trailers Western Conference Finals
June 7-14
Texas Motorplex, 7500 US 287
Drag racers meet up for the Division 4 competition, giving fans a thrilling week of high-speed fun.
Palestine
The Speak Easy Special
June 7
Texas State Railroad, 789 Park Road 70
Journey back in time 100 years to an era of prosperity, indulgence, and carefree living. Depart from the Palestine Depot in your finest 1920s attire, and enjoy an evening filled with live music, dancing, and drinks.
Amarillo
Coors Cowboy Club Cattle Drive and Parade
June 7
Downtown , 1000 S. Polk St.
Watch 60 Texas Longhorns make their way through downtown Amarillo on Saturday morning. The parade also features motorized vehicles and staged Old West shootouts.
Fredericksburg
Car Fest
June 7
Marktplatz, 100 block of West Main Street
Now in its 20th year, the event attracts car enthusiasts, families, and weekend shoppers from across the area.
Waxahachie
Pancake Breakfast Fly-In
June 7
Mid-Way Regional Airport, 131 Airport Drive
Enjoy classic airplanes and fighters, fly-overs, helicopter rides, the Midlothian Classic Wheels show, live music, and children’s activities.
Amarillo
Low Rider Cruise on Old Route 66
June 8
Amarillo Boulevard
Classic cars and low riders take a cruise down Old Route 66 (Amarillo Boulevard) during this free event, as part of the Texas Route 66 Festival.
TX 66 East Bus Tour
June 11
Center City building, 1000 S. Polk St.
See landmarks and quirky attractions like Britten Leaning Water Tower. The journey includes stops at iconic spots like the Jericho ghost town and Devil’s Rope Museum, and includes a lunch at the historic Conoco Tower Station and UDrop Inn. There’s also a happy hour and live music at Cactus Rose Taphouse.
TX 66 West Bus Tour
June 12
Center City building, 1000 S. Polk St.
This bus tour offers a mix of history, culture, and iconic Route 66 experiences along the West Texas portion of the highway. Stops include Magnolia Station, the Milburn-Price Culture Museum, Dots Mini Museum and the Bent Door Cafe. The tour ends at Mama Jo’s Pie & Sweets followed by live music on the courthouse lawn.
Terrell
North Texas Antique Tractor and Engine Show
June 14-15
Ben Gill Park, 1039 Ninth St.
The North Texas Antique Tractor and Engine Club hosts their annual show that attracts hundreds of visitors who display their antique tractors of various models. There’s an antique tractor “sled pull” and a tractor parade.
Granbury
Lone Star Street Rod
June 14-15
Hewlett Park, 621 E. Pearl St.
The Lone Star Street Rod Association hosts its 50th annual state run to Granbury’s Hewlett Park, with some 450 rods expected. Activities on the grounds all day Saturday and Sunday culminate with raffle drawings and an awards ceremony at noon Sunday. There is no charge for spectators, and a free tram runs between the park and downtown.
visitgranbury.com/event/50th-annual-lone-star-street-rod-assoc-state-run/20019/
San Antonio
Big Texas Terror Comic Con
June 14-15
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, 900 E. Market St.
Juliette Lewis, Danny Trejo, and Skeet Ulrich are just a few of the stars scheduled to appear at this inaugural event for fans of the terror genre. See favorite characters, get autographs, enjoy photo ops and panels, and socialize with other fright aficianados.
Austin
City-Wide Vintage Sale
June 21-22, July 12-13, Aug. 16-17
Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road
Since 1977, Austin’s largest indoor vintage event has offered shoppers a chance to browse vintage goods, antiques, and collectibles from 80 to 100 vendors from Texas and beyond.
Goliad
Cars and Stripes
June 28
Downtown Goliad, 127 N. Courthouse Square
Main Street Goliad presents this annual car show. This year’s event offers an abundant line-up of classic and unique cars, along with an all-American hometown celebration to mark the country’s birthday.
Palestine
Pints in the Pines
June 28
Texas State Railroad, 789 Park Road 70
What could be better than enjoying the beautiful East Texas Piney Woods from a vintage train whilst sipping local ales? This is an adults-only excursion departing from Palestine and traveling to the Rusk Rail Depot. Sample several local or regional beers and appetizers. Upon arrival in Rusk, enjoy a catered dinner with dessert outside as the sun sets.
Bandera
FatBoyz Cruise-In Car show
July 4
FatBoyz Sandwich Shop, 610 SH 16 South
On the first Friday of the month, this car show features custom autos, rods, classics, muscle cars, trucks, motorcycles, special interest, and vintage vehicles of all kinds.
Brenham
Hot Nights Cool Tunes Concerts
July 5-26
Downtown
Bring your lawn chair to the courthouse square in downtown Brenham and enjoy live music with the community. There are also food trucks available and a classic car cruise-in by the Stray Katz Car Club.
Boerne
Black Rifle Block Party
July 5
Black Rifle, E. San Antonio Ave.
The coffee maker invites their neighbors and community to its old-fashioned block party. Enjoy live music, great food and drink, as well as a cool car show.
Kerrville
Texas Gun and Knife Show
July 12-13
Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27
Vendors sell new and used guns, knives, ammo, coins, jewelry, camping gear, and accessories.
Palestine
Wine in the Pines Train Ride
July 19
Texas State Railroad, 789 Park Road 70
Enjoy an evening of wine tasting aboard the vintage rails of the Texas State Railroad. The train departs from the Palestine Depot and embarks on a 4-hour, round trip ride through the Piney Woods of East Texas to the Rusk Depot where you stop and have dinner under the stars.
Fredericksburg
Hill Country Auto Swap Meet and Flea Market
July 25-27
Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, 432 Lady Bird Drive
Car enthusiasts can find just about anything at this annual event. A “car corral” has vintage autos for sale in various states of restoration, and there’s also be a flea market.
Boerne
Hot Summer Nights Antique Tractor Pull
July 26
The AgriCultural Museum and Arts Center, 102 City Park Road
The Boerne AgriCultural Museum and Arts Center hosts its summer antique tractor pull event. Come out and watch antique tractors from around Texas as they compete to pull the heaviest weight the furthest distance.
Gonzales
National Biker Roundup
July 29-Aug. 3
JB Wells Arena, 2301 CR 197
Motorcycle riders enjoy fellowship with other riders.
Fredericksburg
Gillespie County Fair
Aug. 21-24
Gillespie County Fair Grounds, 530 Fair Drive
Held over the course of four days, the 137th fair includes a parade, two days of pari-mutuel horse racing, livestock shows, agricultural exhibits, a carnival and midway, household exhibits, arts and crafts, an antique tractor show, 42 domino tournament, and live music.
Pilot Point
Chromefest
Aug. 30
Pilot Point Square, 55 Washington St.
This festival features classic and modern car shows, live music, vendors, a silent auction to benefit first responders, kids’ activities, and the tug of war between Pilot Point Police Department and Pilot Point Fire Department.
Winnsboro
Labor Day Car Show
Aug. 30
Winnsboro Train Depot, 100 E. Broadway
Cruise into historic downtown Winnsboro for a car show featuring automobiles, trucks, and motorcycles from the 1940s to today. Enjoy a day of nostalgia, food, shopping, and family fun as you admire beautifully restored vehicles.
Imperial
Horsehead Crossing Celebration
Oct. 10-11
Horsehead Crossing on the Pecos River, SH 11 and Horsehead Road
This celebration of the Goodnight-Loving Trail, Butterfield Stage Line, Emigrant Trail, and Comanche War Trail is held at the second-most iconic historical location in Texas, Horsehead Crossing on the Pecos River, between Girvin and Imperial. Enjoy chuckwagon meals, Comanche dancers, gunfighter shootouts, live cannon fire, history presentations, and walking tours.
pecoscountyhistoricalcommission.org/horsehead-crossing-celebration
Gainesville
Depot Day
Oct. 11
Farmers Market, 201 N. Chestnut St.
This annual event is held at the Gainesville Farmers Market and includes local entertainment, food, vendors, and a kid zone. Car enthusiasts can also find entertainment with a stroll through the car show.
