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Upcoming Events in Nacogdoches
Nacogdoches
Old Town Rig Down
Sept. 13-14
Downtown Nacogdoches, 200 E. Main St.
Some of the biggest, baddest rigs in the country are on display in downtown Nacogdoches on the beautiful brick streets. This two-day event features food, games, a live auction, and live music.
SFA Gardens Fabulous Fall Festival Plant Sale
Oct. 12
SFA Gardens Pineywoods Native Plant Center, 2900 Raguet St.
SFA Gardens hosts its annual plant sale. Discover an array of hard-to-find, “Texas-tough” plants with an emphasis on native, pollinator-friendly selections; garden favorite perennials; and trees including Japanese maples, magnolias, and bald cypress.
SFA Homecoming
Oct. 21-26
Stephen F. Austin State University, 1936 North St.
Stephen F. Austin State University’s annual homecoming is one of the university’s most popular and spirited traditions. Activities include a concert, bonfire, fireworks, downtown parade, 5K race, homecoming court elections, a football game, and tailgating.
sfasu.edu/student-life/student-engagement/lumberjack-spirit-traditions/homecoming
Dia de los Muertos
Nov. 2
Downtown Nacogdoches, 200 E. Main St.
The Nacogdoches square comes alive with music, dancing, food, vendors, and fun for all ages. It’s free to attend.
Holiday in the Pines
Nov. 21-23
Nacogdoches County Exposition and Civic Center, 3805 NW Stallings Drive
More than 60 specialty stores and shops from coast-to-coast gather for holiday shopping in a festive atmosphere.
Wassail Fest
Nov. 30
Downtown Nacogdoches, 200 E. Main St.
Shop local this holiday season and enjoy tasting delicious spiced wassail while you’re out. Downtown merchants offer different wassail recipes in each shop. Try them all and get your shopping done in one day.
Nine Flags Lighted Christmas Parade
Dec. 7
Downtown, 200 E. Main St.
Nacogdoches rings in the season with their Christmas Parade. Lighted entries come from local businesses, schools, churches, and individuals, and include decorated floats, vehicles, and walking groups.
Christmas Tour of Homes
Dec. 14
Various locations , 200 E. Main St.
Tour some of the beautiful homes and structures of Nacogdoches during the holiday season. Tickets become available in November at the Visitors Center (200 E. Main St.) or during the event at any of the homes.
Millard’s Crossing Old-Fashioned Christmas
Dec. 14
Millard’s Crossing Historic Village, 6020 North St.
Guests experience live Christmas caroling, a photo op with Santa, a petting zoo, hayrides, a special Christmas tree lighting, face painting, a hot cocoa bar, food, lots of holiday demos, and crafts. Also, Lamp-Lite Theatre presents three showings of its “A Christmas Carol” production.
