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Upcoming Events in Palestine
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.
Dogwood Jamboree
June 28
Palestine High School Auditorium, 1600 SH Loop 256
The Dogwood Jamboree is a Branson-style country music show filled with family fun, laughter, and classic country music. The concerts take place four times a year in April, June, September, and December.
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.
“Alice in Wonderland”
July 18-27
Texas Theatre, 213 W. Crawford St.
An adaptation for live theater of Lewis Carroll’s “Alice in Wonderland” is sure to be an amazing experience for all theater enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
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.
Fiesta Flyer Dinner Train
Aug. 9
Texas State Railroad, 789 Park Road 70
Traverse the tracks to the Rusk Depot, where you are treated to a Mexican-themed dinner served on the beautiful grounds by the lake. During dinner, a mariachi band provides music for dancing.
