Blog: Events (archive)

Where Ye Meets Y’all

October 1, 2015 | By

What if you could escape for a weekend not just to another place but another time?

Time to smell the roses

October 1, 2015 | By

The joys of Texas wildflower season in the spring are well known, but fewer are familiar with the colorful array of carefully cultivated blooms celebrated each fall in East Texas. 

Friona with all the fixins

July 6, 2015 | By

The “Cheeseburger Capital of Texas” hosts its 10th annual Cheeseburger Festival in City Park on July 18.

A Star-Spangled Start to July

June 29, 2015 | By

From big-name concerts to small-town celebrations, there are plenty of places to celebrate America’s 240th birthday with Lone Star flair.

Young minds roam free at “Amazing Animals” exhibit

May 29, 2015 | By

Looking for a way to beat the heat and keep the kids entertained this summer? Starting June 13, the Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Dallas welcomes a special exhibit in addition to its normal collection of fascinating features.

A Day to Delight Dad

May 21, 2015 | By

If you’re often left scratching your head over a gift for dad this time of year, what about making him feel like a kid again?

Make it a memorable Memorial Day

May 20, 2015 | By

Many think of Memorial Day weekend as the unofficial start of summer, but it’s also meant to be a time to honor those who have died in U.S.

Thanks, Mom!

April 30, 2015 | By

Mother’s Day gifts are great, but many moms will tell you that what they really want is to just spend some time with their kids.

Crazy About Crawfish

April 16, 2015 | By

Whether you know them as a crawfish, crawdads, crayfish, mudbugs or otherwise, it’s the season for these tasty crustacean critters, and numerous festivals are here to celebrate!

Happy Birthday, Texas!

February 18, 2015 | By

This year marks Texas’ 180th birthday, and several events across the state make fun places to join the celebration (and maybe soak up a little history, too).

Cupid’s Picks

January 27, 2015 | By

Looking for a more creative way to treat your sweetie this Valentine’s Day than giving the typical store-bought card, candy or flowers?

Mardi Gras Madness

January 15, 2015 | By

 

For Mardi Gras fun, there’s no need to drive to the state next door—there are beads and bon temps galore at many events right here in Texas.

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