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Upcoming Events in PINEY WOODS
Tyler
East Texas State Fair and Rodeo
Sept. 25-Oct. 4
The Park of East Texas, Inc., 204 Patton Lane
Celebrate East Texas’ traditions at the 110th annual East Texas State Fair and second annual rodeo. Enjoy exciting rodeo action, live entertainment, fair food favorites, livestock exhibits, carnival rides, and family-friendly fun. This beloved fall event showcases the heritage, agriculture, and hospitality that make East Texas unique.
Jefferson
Citywide Rummage Sale
Oct. 1-3
Various locations
Homeowners all over town go through their closets and storerooms and bring out treasures to sell. Many local businesses participate as well. You might find that perfect item you have had your eye on for sale this weekend. Maps will be provided.
Winnsboro
Autumn Trails Antique Tractor Pull
Oct. 3
Jack Cross Pavillion, Winnsboro City Park, 915 Wheeler Drive
Come see antique tractors show what they’re made of in this tractor pull and show, one of several events taking place during Winnsboro annual Autumn Trails festival.
Autumn Trails 5K Run and .05 Run
Oct. 3
Winnsboro City Park, 900 Wheeler Drive
The Autumn Trails 5K Run, sponsored by the Interact Club of Winnsboro High School, welcomes all runners and walkers. The .05K Fun Run is literally a distance of 164 feet and half an inch, with various age brackets. The entry fee is canned food to benefit the Winnsboro Resource Center.
Little Miss and Queen Autumn Trails Pageant
Oct. 3
Winnsboro Jr. High School Auditorium , 409 Newsome St.
See the crowning of Little Miss Autumn Trails (4-6 years old), and Queen Autumn Trails (14-18 years old). The event begins at 6 p.m. at the Winnsboro Jr. High Auditorium.
Dekalb
Oktoberfest
Oct. 3
Downtown, North Runnels Street
Experience small-town Texas at its best at the annual DeKalb Oktoberfest. Held in the heart of downtown, this day-long celebration brings together family, friends, and visitors from across the region for a true community tradition. Start the day with the hometown parade, then spend the afternoon enjoying food, shopping, family activities, a car show, and a variety show packed with talented local performers. Downtown comes alive with the evening concert.
Jefferson
East Texas Burn Run
Oct. 9-11
Various locations
Enjoy bike games, rides, a live auction, live music, and a bike show. There’s also a raffle for a brand-new 2026 motorcycle. The event is sponsored by The Phoenix Organization of Jefferson and the Brother’s Keepers MC. Proceeds go to Percy R. Johnson Burn Foundation and Camp I’m Still Me.
Tyler
Rose City Airfest
Oct. 9-11
At Tyler’s annual aviation celebration, visitors can see thrilling aerial performances, explore military and civilian aircraft up close, and enjoy family-friendly activities, food vendors, and entertainment throughout the weekend. The event brings together aviation enthusiasts and curious visitors alike for a day of flight and community spirit.
Piney Woods Open Disc Golf
Oct. 9-11
Lindsey Park, 12557 Spur 364 West
A premier disc golf tournmament, the event celebrates its 23rd annual year and is a PDGA A-tier tournament.
Beauty and the Beast Bicycle Tour
Oct. 9-10
Various locations
Enjoy the beauty of the East Texas rolling hills and finish with a challenging climb up “The Beast” on one of the most popular bike tours in the country.
Marshall
FireAnt Festival
Oct. 10
Downtown
The FireAnt Festival returns every year on the second Saturday of October. Entertainment throughout the day includes a TourDeFireAnt long-distance bike ride, the FireAnt 5K, the Toddler Trot, a kids run, parade, the Diaper Derby, the gurning contest, the Chicken Chunkin’ Contest, a kids dance contest, and vendors.
Kilgore
Oktoberfest
Oct. 10
Downtown , 201 S. Kilgore St.
This annual Oktoberfest is a family-friendly, authentic German experience with German-inspired food, live music by the Royal Klobasneks, and traditional drinking activities. Come dressed for the occasion in a drindl or lederhosen and enter the Best Dressed competition. Be sure to visit the beer garden near the Texan Theater.
Winnsboro
Autumn Trails Stew Cookoff and Cake and Pie Contest
Oct. 10
Winnsboro Civic Center, 915 Wheeler Drive
Teams and individuals participate in the stew cookoff. The baking contest is open to bakers of all ages, amateur and novice bakers only, and categories are fruit pies, nut pies, cream pies, and the youth category. There’s also a bake sale.
Winnsboro Live! Autumn Trails Nights
Oct. 10
Jack Cross Pavillion, Winnsboro City Park, 915 Wheeler Drive
Enjoy an outdoor concert featuring the Brad Carpenter Band and headliner Jason Waldon and the Alibis. Along with live music, there’s dancing and vendors to round out a night under the stars in East Texas.
Tyler
Mayhem Roller Derby Halloween Mashup
Oct. 10
Flores Center, 11237 FM 14
The Halloween Mashup brings fast-paced, competitive roller derby to Tyler. Costumes are encouraged. BYOB. Come enjoy the mayhem.
Foreigner in Concert
Oct. 10
UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3900 University Blvd.
With 10 multiplatinum albums and 16 Top 30 hits, Foreigner is hailed as one of the most popular rock acts in the world with a formidable musical arsenal that continues to propel sold-out tours and album sales exceeding 80 million records. Founded in 1976, the group’s enduring anthems include “Juke Box Hero,” “Cold As Ice,” and “Hot Blooded.”
Texas Rose Festival
Oct. 15-18
Rose Garden Center, 420 Rose Park Drive
Since its beginning in 1933, the Texas Rose Festival has represented the spirit that brings Tyler together as a community. Rich in heritage and tradition, the festival offers enchanting ceremonial events, including the Queen’s Coronation, the Queen’s Tea, and the Rose Parade, all amid a backdrop of brilliant roses.
Lindale
Fall Piney Woods Wine Festival
Oct. 16-17
Picker’s Pavilion at Blackberry Square, 205 Cannery Row
Enjoy tastings from over 20 wineries of the Piney Woods Wine Trail, shop unique gift vendors, enjoy food trucks, and hear live music.
Winnsboro
Autumn Trails Trail Riders Welcome Parade
Oct. 16
Water tower, 1501 E. Broadway St.
This afternoon parade starts at the city water tower and travels 2.3 miles through historical Winnsboro. It includes horses, mules, and wagons of all types.
Tyler
“The Book of Will”
Oct. 16-25
Tyler Civic Theater, 400 Rose Park Drive
Written by Lauren Gunderson, this comedic and poignant play chronicles the efforts of Shakespeare’s fellow actors, John Heminges and Henry Condell, to compile and publish the First Folio, the first collected edition of his plays, after his death. The play, set in 1619, follows their humorous and heartfelt quest to save Shakespeare’s legacy from being lost to time and bad quartos, battling unscrupulous publishers and their own mortality in the process.
Nacogdoches
Tobaccodoches Cigar Festival
Oct. 17
Nacogdoches Cigar Co., 325 E. Main St.
At the fifth annual Tobaccodoches Cigar Festival, the aroma of fine cigars fills the air and good times await. Enjoy live music while savoring food and drinks.
Jefferson
Bigfoot Conference
Oct. 17
Jefferson Convention and Visitor Center, 305 E. Austin St.
Established in 2001 as the original annual Bigfoot Conference in Texas by the Texas Bigfoot Research Center, this event features a full day of expert speakers, physical evidence, presentations, special screenings, vendors, and other activities.
Winnsboro
Autumn Trails Pancake Breakfast, Trail Ride, and Campout
Oct. 17
Winnsboro Civic Center and City Park, 915 Wheeler Drive, 900 Wheeler Drive
Participate in a good old-fashioned breakfast at the Civic Center to kick off the weekend’s festivities. Then trail riders participate in a 16-mile trail ride through the countryside of the Piney Woods. Horses, mules, and wagons are welcome. Trail riders also may camp out in tents or RVs in City Park.
Autumn Trails 42 Tournament
Oct. 17
Winnsboro Civic Center, 915 Wheeler Drive
Play in this fun 42 tournament. Arrive a little early if you would like to participate. There is a $25 entry fee per player. Prizes are awarded.
Autumn Trails Mule Rodeo and Barn Dance
Oct. 17
Winnsboro Rodeo Association Arena and Civic Center, 967 Wheeler Drive, 915 Wheeler Drive
See participants compete in this annual family-friendly mule rodeo, where different contests, such as barrel racing, involve mules. The boot scootin’ begins following the rodeo and continues until midnight. DJ Damon Momon gets everyone on the dance floor for an evening full of two-steppin’.
Jefferson
Taste of Jefferson
Oct. 18
Various locations
Reimagined and expanded, this food event is an opportunity to sample delectable dishes from participating Jefferson restaurants. Tickets may be purchased the day of the event.
Kilgore
East Texas Oil Men’s Chili Cookoff
Oct. 22
World’s Richest Acre, 100 N. Commerce St.
Oil field service and supply companies compete for the title of best chili in East Texas. Get in the line that stretches 3,000 feet and try as much chili as you can handle, then vote for your favorites.
Winnsboro
Autumn Trails Trade Day and Swap Meet
Oct. 22-25
Winnsboro City Park, 900 Wheeler Drive
Vendors sell the kinds of unique merchandise and one-of-a-kind items you expect at a trade day, flea market, and swap meet.
Autumn Trails Antique and Classic Car Parade and Show
Oct. 24
Downtown , Main Street
The parade weaves through historical downtown Winnsboro, and cars park on Main Street, where pedestrians can walk among the Model A and Model T cars and inspect these vehicles from a bygone era. Car clubs are welcome. The Classic Car Show, following the parade, is in the parking lot of the train depot.
Autumn Trails Arts and Crafts Show
Oct. 24
The Bowery, 100 Market St.
Head to the Bowery, Winnsboro’s pedestrian walkway, to find works by some of the best artisans in the region. The show features local and statewide talent.
Autumn Trails Lone Star Pepper Palooza
Oct. 24
The Bowery, 101 Market St.
Set your mouth on fire at this nationally sanctioned contest. Come early to get registered, or come later to enjoy the professional and amateur hot pepper-eating contestants show spectators what they’re made of.
Autumn Trails “Fashion Through the Eras”
Oct. 24
Vanora Studio, 215 N. Main St.
Walk through 100-plus years of fashion at the artisan boutique Vanora Studio. The exhibit, on display after the Antique and Classic Car Parade, features a collection of vintage clothing covering the past century.
Autumn Trails Pet Show and Beard and Mustache Contest
Oct. 24
The Bowery, 100 Market St.
Come see the contestants or dress up your pooch to impress. Trophies are awarded to the winning contestants. The fun starts at noon on the Bow-wow-ery (The Bowery). Then, take a look into the art of beard and mustache crafting sponsored by The Best Barber Shop. See some of the most unique and well cared for facial hair in the region. Prizes are awarded to the winners.
Autumn Trails Model A Club Barbecue and Tour
Oct. 24
Winnsboro Civic Center, 915 Wheeler Drive
Model A automobiles take a tour of Winnsboro and the Piney Woods beginning at the Trail Country Motel. Model A Car Club members are then invited to a barbecue at the Winnsboro Civic Center.
Tyler
Parktober
Oct. 24
Tyler State Park , 789 Park Road 16
Celebrate the season at Parktober, a fall festival filled with family-friendly activities, autumn fun, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy Tyler’s parks. Get outside and soak up the sights and sounds of fall in East Texas.
Prowl-O-Ween
Oct. 24
Tiger Creek , 17552 FM 14
Families can enjoy festive activities, vendors, candy, Halloween costumes, and a chance to celebrate the spooky season with some of Tyler’s favorite furry residents.
Bachman-Turner Overdrive in Concert
Oct. 29
UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3900 University Blvd.
The classic rock. band returns with a new lineup of musicians but continues to play all the hits, as well as dive deep into album cuts.
Gladewater
Emergency Services FallFest
Oct. 31
Downtown , 100 E. Commerce St.
Sponsored by Gladewater’s first responders, the city of Gladewater, and the Gladewater Chamber of Commerce, families can enjoy free food, games, candy, and a costume contest.
Tyler
Mistletoe and Magic
Nov. 4-7
W.T. Brookshire Conference Center, 2000 W. Front St.
The Junior League of Tyler hosts its largest fundraiser—now in its 48th year. This beloved holiday market features 75-plus merchants from across the country offering unique gifts, gourmet treats, and festive finds. Held each November, proceeds support local projects, scholarships, and outreach programs that empower women and strengthen our community.
Brookshire’s Fall Kickoff Soccer
Nov. 6-8
Lindsey Park , 12557 SH 364 Spur West
Soccer teams from across the region come together in Tyler for the 45th annual Brookshire’s Fall Kickoff. The tournament brings competitive youth soccer, enthusiastic fans, and a lively weekend of sports to East Texas.
Jefferson
Fall History, Haunts, and Legends
Nov. 7
Jefferson Convention and Visitors Center, 305 E. Austin St.
Experience special guest speakers, vendors, tours and nighttime investigations at some of Jefferson’s historical, rumored haunted locations. This fun event is for those who enjoy history, mystery, the unexplained, and things that go bump in the night.
Kilgore
East Texas Pipe Organ Festival
Nov. 8-12
Various locations
The festival celebrates the legacy of Roy Perry and Aeolian-Skinner pipe organs with a week of inspiring performances by renowned organists in Kilgore and surrounding cities. The festival showcases the rich sound and artistry of American classic organ building.
REEL East Texas Film Festival
Nov. 11-14
The Texan Theater, 201 S. Kilgore St.
Celebrate the tenth anniversary of the REEL East Texas Film Festival, showcasing a slate of indie film projects with live screenings, filmmaker Q&As, and special events that highlight the city of Kilgore for visiting film industry colleagues.
Jefferson
Diamond in The Rough Dual Sport Adventure Ride
Nov. 12-15
Diamond Don RV Park and Event Center, SH 49
All street-legal bikes can participate in self-organized rides through the Piney Woods. Some of the dirt roads harken back to stagecoach days with wagon trails on each side. Bring out your vintage dirt bikes on Saturday and Sunday to ride the Diamond Don National Motocross track.
Kilgore
A Very Derrick Christmas
Nov. 12
Downtown , South Kilgore Street
One of Kilgore’s seasonal favorites, this event includes the annual lighting of the derricks ceremony, shopping at the Kris Kringle Market, along with games and activities.
Tyler
“Beetlejuice: The Musical”
Nov. 12
UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3900 University Blvd.
Based on Tim Burton’s beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. Under its uproarious surface is a remarkably touching show about family, love, and making the most of every Day-O!
Palestine
“The Polar Express” Train Ride
Nov. 13-Dec. 27
Texas State Railroad, 789 Park Road 70
Step aboard a vintage train for a magical holiday adventure. Sip on hot chocolate, enjoy cookies and festive storytelling, and journey to the North Pole, where Santa greets guests with the first gift of Christmas—a silver sleigh bell. Based on the children’s story, this train ride provides families with merry holiday memories.
Jefferson
Woofstock
Nov. 13-15
Downtown
This family- and pet-friendly fundraiser for pet rescues in Marion County includes food trucks, artisan and craft vendors, kids and pet activities, games and prizes, a silent auction, a 5K fun run, a 1-mile dog walk, and live entertainment.
Tyler
William Lee Martin Live
Nov. 13
Liberty Hall , 103 E. Erwin St.
Red Dirt Comedy presents an evening with comedian William Lee Martin as his Seemed Smart at the Time comedy tour comes to Liberty Hall. Known for his relatable, clean humor, and four comedy specials, Martin brings his take on life, family, and the questionable decisions we all make.
Nacogdoches
NacoPalooza Music Fest and Pub Crawl
Nov. 14
Downtown, 200 E. Main St.
Hit the streets of downtown Nacogdoches for NacoPalooza Music Fest and Pub Crawl. Experience a high-energy evening of live local music, great drinks, and unforgettable vibes.
Tyler
An Evening of Alton Brown
Nov. 14
Cowan Center , 3900 University Blvd.
Food, science, and comedy come together for an entertaining evening with television personality, author, and culinary personality Alton Brown. Expect a lively mix of storytelling, culinary curiosity and the trademark humor that has made Brown a household name.
“Curious George: The Golden Meatball”
Nov. 15
Cowan Center , 3900 University Blvd.
Join Curious George on a deliciously fun musical adventure as the little monkey searches for the Golden Meatball. This family-friendly production brings the beloved children’s character to life with music, laughter, and plenty of monkey business.
Nacogdoches
Holiday in the Pines
Nov. 19-21
Nacogdoches County Exposition and Civic Center, 3805 NW Stallings Drive
Celebrate the season in style at this festive holiday extravaganza. With over 100 boutique vendors, find unique gifts for everyone on your list. Indulge in delicious seasonal treats, enjoy the thrill of exciting raffles, and soak up the holiday cheer with plenty of festive surprises.
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Tyler
The Oak Ridge Boys in Concert
Nov. 19
UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3900 University Blvd.
One of the most distinctive and recognizable sounds in country music, the Oak Ridge Boys’ four-part harmonies and upbeat songs have spawned dozens of country hits and two pop smashes, as well as winning awards ranging from Grammys to CMA and the ACM. Hits include“Elvira,” “Bobbie Sue,” and “Dream On.”
Nacogdoches
Wassail Fest
Nov. 28
Downtown, 200 E. Main St.
Sip festive holiday wassail as you explore downtown shops.
Jefferson
Christmas Parade and “Enchanted Forest” Tree Lightig
Nov. 28
Downtown and Lions Park
The parade travels through downtown Jefferson to Lions Park for the “Enchanted Forest” Tree Lighting Ceremony. Gather with family and friends for Christmas carol singing, live entertainment, and the grand finale—the lighting of 100-plus decorated Christmas trees. Children can also visit with Santa after he arrives atop a fire engine.
Tyler
“Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol”
Nov. 28
UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3900 University Blvd.
The heartwarming musical features music and lyrics by the 11-time Grammy winner and a book by David H. Bell. Set in the 1930s in the Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee, this production imagines Ebenezer Scrooge as the owner of a mining company town, where his callous greed blinds him to the joys and gifts of the season. The legendary holiday tale re-written as a new American classic features Dickens’ classic characters and Parton’s one-of-a-kind songwriting expertise.
Winnsboro
Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting
Dec. 3
Downtown, Market Street
Winnsboro’s annual Christmas parade and tree lighting ceremony kicks off in the evening. The parade travels from the high school, circles through downtown, and ends at The Bowery for the tree lighting.
Kilgore
The Texas Shakespeare Festival: “Eurydice”
Dec. 3-6
Van Cliburn Auditorium, 1000 Brook Drive
This fall, the Texas Shakespeare Festival joins forces once again with Kilgore College Theatre to create a show featuring both professional and student actors. Dying too young on her wedding day, Eurydice must journey to the underworld, where she reunites with her father and struggles to remember her lost love. With contemporary characters, plot twists, and a script written to be a playground for designers, the play is a fresh look at a timeless love story.
Liberty
Lights in Liberty—Ray of Light
Dec. 3
City of Liberty—Hall Square, 1829 Sam Houston St.
More than 112,000 warm lights are strewn from massive oak trees and city and courthouse buildings. A Christmas parade adds more sparkle with over 80 lighted entries, plus there’s children’s make-and-take projects, a live nativity, festive photo ops, and local talent.
Jefferson
Candlelight Tour of Homes
Dec. 3-5, 10-12
Various locations
Historical homes normally not open to the public are lavishly decorated for an old-fashioned Christmas, with live greenery, candlelight, and trees adorned with tinsel, ribbon, and sparkling glass balls. Docents in period costumes greet visitors and describe each home’s origins and finery.
Mineola
Magical Mineola
Dec. 4-6
Downtown, 104 E. Commerce St.
Magical Mineola is Mineola’s annual Christmas celebration, transforming historic downtown into a festive holiday destination for an entire weekend of holiday fun. Activities include a tree lighting, hot chocolate, snow hills, family-friendly activities, holiday attractions, shopping, a parade, and a tour of homes.
Nacogdoches
Millard’s Crossing Old Fashioned Christmas
Dec. 4
Millard’s Crossing Historic Village, 6020 North St.
Guests experience live Christmas caroling, a photo op with Santa, hayrides, a special Christmas tree lighting, face painting, a hot cocoa bar, food, lots of holiday demos, and crafts.
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Marshall
Wonderland of Lights Parade
Dec. 5
Downtown
The Wonderland of Lights Parade is a cherished holiday tradition. Every year, a new parade theme is announced, inspiring the community to come together and participate in a festive showcase of creativity and hometown pride.
Palestine
Meet the Grinch at the Jailhouse
Dec. 5-20
Texas Jailhouse, 704 Avenue A
Meet the Grinch this Christmas at the Texas Jailhouse in Palestine. Step into his festive lair for a live, interactive holiday adventure full of mischief, laughter, and a touch of Whoville magic.
Christmas Parade of Lights
Dec. 5
Downtown , 825 W. Spring St.
Palestine’s largest parade lights up the night with a dazzling display of lights adorning floats. Head to downtown Palestine for the mile-long train of festive fun and a visit from Santa himself.
Christmas on Main Street
Dec. 5
Downtown , Main Street
Main Street shines with the Christmas Parade of Lights, dazzling floats, and festive cheer. While downtown, shop unique gifts, savor local dining, and stroll twinkling streets adorned with murals, sculptures, and Christmas décor for a truly enchanting celebration.
Nacogdoches
Nine Flags Christmas Festival
Dec. 5
Downtown, 200 E. Main St.
The Nine Flags Christmas Festival is a magical holiday tradition that brings festive cheer to the oldest town in Texas. Enjoy twinkling holiday lights, a dazzling Christmas parade, live entertainment, crafting, shopping, carols, and more.
Crockett
Holiday Tour of Homes
Dec. 5
Downtown, 400 E. Houston Ave.
Step back in time during Crockett’s Holiday Tour of Homes and experience the beauty and warmth of some of the community’s most cherished historic homes, lovingly decorated for the season.
Linden
WinterFest
Dec. 5
Town Square, 104 S. Main St.
Bring the family out for a winter festival celebration filled with vendors, live music, a parade, and activities.
Kilgore
Rangerette Christmas Show
Dec. 6-7
Dodson Auditorium, 817 Nolen St.
Celebrate the holiday season with the Kilgore College Rangerettes at their beloved annual Christmas Show, featuring dazzling choreography, festive music, and plenty of Christmas spirit. There are two performances in the afternoon.
Drive-Through Nativity
Dec. 10-13
Forest Home Baptist Church, 15746 CR 173 North
Experience the Christmas story at the Forest Home Baptist Church Drive-Through Nativity, featuring more than 150 cast members across 13 scenes, including the Nativity, the Shepherds, and a biblical marketplace. There’s also Santa’s Workshop to visit. This free East Texas tradition runs in the evening and includes complimentary hot chocolate.
Palestine
Holiday Home Tour
Dec. 11-12
Chamber of Commerce, 401 W. Main St.
Enjoy a festive afternoon exploring beautifully decorated homes-each decked out for the holidays and filled with inspiration, charm, and cheer. Each stop on the tour offers a unique glimpse of holiday style and local character.
San Augustine
Trail of Lights Extravaganza
Dec. 12
Mission Dolores State Historic Site, 701 S. Broadway St.
The East Texas Spanish mission site has crafts, food and drink, Santa and Mrs. Claus, faux snowball fights, and heritage events at the site museum. Visitors can stroll along the festive Trail of Lights and stop for photo ops.
Montgomery
Christmas in Historic Montgomery
Dec. 12
Downtown, 14264 Liberty St.
Step into the charm and history of one of Texas’ oldest communities. The morning kicks off with the Lone Star Christmas Parade. Set in the heart of historic Montgomery, this festive day invites visitors to shop a holiday vendor market, enjoy the famous Cookie Walk, tour beautifully decorated historic homes, and experience the small-town warmth that makes Montgomery especially memorable at Christmastime.
Gladewater
A Vintage Americana Christmas
Dec. 12
Downtown , East Pacific Avenue
In the air there’s a feeling of Christmas as the Gladewater Chamber of Commerce hails the coming of the holiday season and offers a warm winter welcome to all East Texas visitors with a gigantic Christmas parade. Antique cars, firetrucks, horses, queens, dignitaries, and floats are all participating.
Palestine
Anderson Community Chorus: Sounds of Christmas
Dec. 12
Palestine High School Auditorium, 1600 Loop 256 South
Join the community for an enchanting afternoon filled with the joyous sounds of the season. The Anderson County Community Chorus proudly presents The Sounds of Christmas, a festive concert that warms hearts and lifts spirits.
Nacogdoches
Christmas Tour of Homes
Dec. 12
Various locations, 200 E. Main St.
Tour the beautiful homes and historic structures of Nacogdoches this Christmas season.
Winnsboro
Winter Market
Dec. 12, Jan. 9, Feb. 13
Winnsboro Farmers Market Pavillions, 111 E. Carnegie St.
The winter market stays open every Saturday morning from November through March. Explore stalls filled with crisp storage crops, winter squash, microgreens, fresh baked goods, pasture-raised meats, and warm artisan soups.
Artisan Walk on the Bowery
Dec. 12
The Bowery, Market Street
This market brings makers, artists and craftspeople together in the heart of historical downtown Winnsboro. Visitors can stroll the pedestrian-friendly Bowery while browsing one-of-a-kind, handcrafted goods from local and regional artisans. Along with live music, the market lets visitors spend the day discovering the creativity and character of East Texas.
“A Christmas Carol”
Dec. 12-13, 19-20
Winnsboro Center for the Arts, 200 Market St.
The Winnsboro Players perform this holiday story—but with a twist. Every year the Winnsboro Center for the Arts presents a different adaptation of this Charles Dickens’ holiday ghost story. From musicals to radio plays to modern takes, each year brings a new feel.
Palestine
Christmas Sing-a-long
Dec. 17
Texas Theatre, 213 W. Crawford St.
Sing classic Christmas carols and share an evening with family and friends at the Texas Theatre.
Winnsboro
Country Christmas
Dec. 19
Winnsboro Farmers Market Pavillions, 111 E. Carnegie St.
The third annual Country Christmas Market features farmers and crafters set up with plenty of local goods and handmade items for Christmas shopping, along with the other merchandise and goods you expect to find at the market. DJ Cormican plays festive music, Santa is available for photos, and the carolers fill the market with Christmas songs. There’s also free hot cocoa.
Jefferson
Queen Mab Ball
Jan. 23
Jefferson Visitor Center, 305 E. Austin St.
Enjoy a festive evening filled with food, live music, dancing, Mardi Gras costumes and beads, and the crowning of the 2027 Mardi Gras King and Queen.
Palestine
Mardi Gras Parade
Jan. 30
Downtown
Join in for a vibrant and colorful parade featuring lively music, dazzling floats, and a festive atmosphere buzzing with excitement and family fun. Explore the charming streets of downtown Palestine, and immerse yourself in a celebration that combines the rich traditions of Mardi Gras with the unique hospitality of Texas.
Jefferson
Mardi Gras
Feb. 5-7
Various locations, Downtown
The Krewe of Hebe presents this year’s Jefferson Mardi Gras, with a whole weekend of festivities including parades, live music, food, vendors, a carnival, frosty beverages, masks, and beads.
Palestine
“The importance of Being Earnest”
Feb. 19-28
Texas Theatre, 213 W. Crawford St.
“The Importance of Being Earnest” is a comedic play that explores themes of identity, social expectations, and the nature of truth and deception. The plot follows two main characters, Algernon Moncrieff and Jack Worthing, who both lead double lives to escape societal constraints.