Feiertagsveranstaltungen

Oct 30, 2023

Heritage Place Park, 500 Metcalf St.

Hear the country classics of Garth Brooks as Adam Grant, a Garth Brooks tribute artist, takes the stage. Don't forget your blanket for an evening picnic in downtown Conroe's Heritage Place Park. Bring in your own food and drink, or purchase something tasty from one of the food trucks on site.

cityofconroe.org

Huntsville Public Library, 1219 13th St.

This two-day event highlights helpful genealogical records and collections. A light supper is provided on Friday and the library remains open in the evening for further research for attendees only. A silent auction of books and genealogical materials also takes place during the weekend.

huntsvilletx.gov/789/genealogy-programming

LaGrange Independent School District Performing Arts Center, 656 E. Travis St.

Hold on to your hoverboards, we're taking a trip back to the '80s. When modern teen Mary Fitzfry gets sent back in time by an eccentric professor, she finds herself in the middle of a totally tubular cavalcade of '80s pop culture. This adventure takes you from the mall where everything happens to a suburban sitcom street to a cave under the high school. It's a hilarious parody to make all ages cheer "I love the '80s!"

faycotheatre.com

Downtown Temple, Main Street

On the first Friday of every month, historic downtown Temple transforms into a giant party. Join along for live music and performances, great drinks, delicious food, and after-hours shopping.

downtowntemple.com

Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum, 315 W. Avenue B

Join along for a special rendition of the annual Dig It! Family Day and explore the seafaring world of the Vikings. Take a step into the past to learn more about ancient Norse people and their way of life.

templeparks.com

Lindbergh Park, SH HWY 55 at Fifth and Sixth streets

Enjoy this free, family-friendly event in downtown Camp Wood. The 62nd annual event features a parade, live music, and a dance. On Friday, there's the Nueces Canyon ex-students and teacher reunion at Lindbergh Park, with live music. Saturday starts with a parade in downtown Camp Wood. Following the parade, events in Lindbergh Park include the king and queen coronation, the annual pie and salsa contests, and a decades-old washer and horseshoe tournament (fee for washers and horseshoes). Plus, there are several live music and entertainment groups taking to the stage until 4 p.m. Then, vendors offer an excellent selection of artwork, crafts, woodwork, leatherwork, jewelry, candles, paintings, hats, baked goods, stonework, taxidermy, new clothing, handbags, and a variety of food.

nuecescanyonchamber.org

High Hill Farm, 12626 CR 217

Summer's last hurrah at High Hill Farm includes a welcome reception with complimentary wine and light bites on Friday, then yoga and massage sessions for a fee on Saturday. Lunch and cocktails are available by the pool, and at night, there's bonfire and music at the beach. Sunday, have brunch before heading home.

highhillfarm.com

Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St.

Often considered one of the best Miss Marple mysteries by Agatha Christie, this thriller was adapted by Leslie Darbon.

caillouxperformingarts.com

Jefferson Visitor Center, 305 E. Austin St.

History buffs can expect presentations, speakers, exhibits, and vendors, with a focus on Jefferson and the surrounding areas that played a role in this unique time in the country’s history.

jeffersonmuseum.com

The Menil Collection, 1533 Sul Ross St.

This exhibition presents over 100 portraits made over the past 20 years by Houston-based artist Nestor Topchy (b. 1963). The small paintings, with their gold backgrounds, resemble Byzantine icons; however, rather than represent religious figures, Topchy depicts friends and colleagues in the art community.

menil.org

550 Market and The Mark Speakeasy , 550 N. Washington St.

Do some late-night shopping while enjoying music and cocktails. This night celebrates the last of summer under the hot Texas moon.

Messina Hof Winery and Resort, 4545 Old Reliance Road

Harvest Festival is a fun-filled time for the entire family as harvest tradition is honored by picking and stomping the grapes that go into making Messina Hof’s award-winning wines.

messinahof.com/harvest-festival

The Menil Collection, 1533 Sul Ross St.

This exhibition presents over 100 portraits made over the past 20 years by Houston-based artist Nestor Topchy (b. 1963). The small paintings, with their gold backgrounds, resemble Byzantine icons; however, rather than represent religious figures, Topchy depicts friends and colleagues in the art community.

menil.org

The Georgetown Square, 103 W. Seventh St.

A self-paced walking event, the Blazin' Beer Crawl features craft beer tastings inside retail stores and restaurants. Ticket holders get a map of all of the participating locations and can choose which order to sample and visit merchants. Hot and spicy snacks are available at various participating locations. Restaurants have specials for the day, and food trucks are set up for additional options.

mainstreet.georgetown.org/beercrawl

The Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave.

Honor the queen of Tejano music, Selena Quintanilla Perez, better known as Selena. This tribute band features national and international award-winning musicians with over 100 years of combined musical experience.

corsicanapalace.com

Salado Civic Center, 601 N. Main St.

The 57th annual Fine Art Fair includes artist demonstrations, food, and live music. Browse from more than 60 artists from all over Texas and meet an array of talented makers creating ceramics, illustrations and drawings, jewelry, original paintings, photography, sculptures, stained glass, and textiles. Food trucks are on site, and admission is free.

salado.com

Jim Bishop Pavilion at Chesley Park , 100 E. Palm St.

More than 40 vendors bring fresh produce, grass-fed beef, honey, eggs, herbs, and flowers to be sold at Jim Bishop Pavilion. Shoppers can find artisans selling fine linens and soaps, and presenting live demonstrations. Enjoy wine tastings, a lemonade stand, cold brew coffee, jams, and baked goods. The market is held on the first Saturday of the month and supports local farmers, ranchers, and area artisans.

discoverbellville.com

Amarillo Civic Center, 401 S. Buchanan St.

Amarillo's original pop culture convention, AMA-CON is a celebration of comics, sci-fi, anime, gaming, and everything else that is geeky and awesome.

libraryamacon.org

Historic Murphy Street, 105 E. Murphy Ave.

This free concert and street festival on historic Murphy Street celebrates Alpine’s history and has featured storytellers, video interviews, historic exhibits, a tour of homes, music, food, and dancing over the years. This year's featured artist is Grammy Award-winning Tejano legend Augustin Ramirez, “La Ley de Tejas.”

visitalpinetx.com

Bandera County Courthouse , 500 Main St.

On the first Saturday of the month, arts and crafts vendors set up their pop-up shops along Main Street. Artists and craftspeople present original works while farmers sell produce, canned goods, and baked goods.

banderabusiness.com

Bandera County Courthouse , 500 Main St.

Enjoy free cowboy fun in downtown Bandera. Activities can include chuckwagon storytelling, hopping on a saddle-broke longhorn, or possibly a horse-drawn wagon tour of Bandera. Most Saturdays, the Bandera Cattle Company performs gunfights at Rattlesnake Ridge located behind the Bandera Visitors Center.

banderabusiness.com

Bowers Mansion, 301 S. Magnolia St.

Over 140 years old and harboring stories of murder, suicide, and death, the Historic Bowers Mansion is growing a reputation for one of the most haunted locations in the country, according to Haunted Rooms America.

hauntedrooms.com/texas/ghost-hunts/historic-bowers-mansion-palestine-tx

Blackburn Dam, Farm-to-Market Road 1892

Canoeists and kayakers young and old, expert and beginner, all come out in large numbers for “The Toughest Little Race in Texas.” The course covers 22 miles of the scenic, largely uninhabited Neches River. It’s also an opportunity to experience wild nature on the Neches Trail.

necheswildernessrace.com

Abner Jackson Plantation Site, Farm-to-Market Road 2004 near State Highway 332

Visit the historic archeological site of Maj. Abner Jackson, the namesake of the city of Lake Jackson. Once a prosperous sugar plantation, the site was destroyed by the same hurricane that devastated Galveston in 1900. Discover the sugar-making process of the 1840s and how convict labor replaced slave labor during the 1870s.

ljhistory.org

First Street Studio Theater, 701 Tillery St., Suite A7B

Ventana Ballet invites you to join in for the Sunglight Gala, an evening of music, dance, conversation, and refreshments supporting the September world premiere of “Komorebi,” an original production by Navaji. Guests are invited to dress in their brightest sun colors to celebrate the momentous occasion of this new ballet, which celebrates the human relationship with the natural world. First Street Studio Theater hosts pre-show piano accompaniments and soundscapes with themed refreshments, a silent auction, a preview of the ballet, a post-show Q&A with the choreographer, and a post-show DJ dance mixer.

eventbrite.com/e/sunlight-gala-a-fundraising-event-for-komorebi-tickets-652165182617

Club Activo, 9120 Winkler Drive

Kutting Edge Radio Broadcasting, Da Bizz Radio, and Club Activo host the inaugural Back 2 School Fundraising Drive. They are providing school supplies and gently used clothing across grades for children in need. There is live music provided by KERB’s DJ Tom Cruz and Da Bizz Radio’s DJ Masta Cee, as well as live performances from local artists. Food is available for purchase.

kerbonline.live/event/306066/first-annual-back-2-school-drive

Curtis Culwell Center, 4999 Naaman Forest Blvd.

This highly anticipated comedy concert promises an unforgettable experience for comedy enthusiasts in Dallas. Brace yourself for a night of side-splitting jokes, witty one-liners, and hilarious anecdotes, as the renowned comedian Kapil Sharma brings his signature humor to life. Known for his impeccable comic timing and infectious energy, Sharma is sure to leave the audience in fits of laughter.

funasia.net

Bishop Arts Theatre Center, 215 South Tyler St.

The world premiere of “One Year In Egypt” details the journey of writer and Oak Cliff native Camika Spencer during her first time abroad as a middle school ESL teacher in Al Giza, Egypt, during the same year she turned 50. This show is frank, funny, emotional, and informative, as Spencer narrates her personal transformation while deconstructing the myths associated with how she romanticized Africa as a woke woman who had never been to the Motherland.

bishopartstheatre.org

Paris Rodeo and Horse Club Arena, 550 Clement Road

Get the true rodeo experience in Paris with bull riding, saddle bronc riding, and roping.

paristexas.com

The Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave.

Lisa Layne is a world-renowned vocalist known for her uncanny performances to Patsy Cline in Always, Patsy Cline and A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline in Branson and on tour nationally. Layne performs her world-famous tribute to the iconic country singer with hits such as “Crazy,” “I Fall to Pieces,” and “Sweet Dreams.”

corsicanapalace.com

South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd.

The first all-ladies tournament in Texas is divided into two divisions: bay and offshore fishing.

sopadre.com

S.A.L.E. Rodeo Arena, Paso del Norte Road

Sanctioned by the Working Ranch Cowboys Association, this rodeo features brave performances by real working cowboys, a chuckwagon cook-off, and other activities.

bigbendranchrodeo.com

Plano Event Center, 2000 E. Spring Creek Parkway

Quilters and non-quilters alike enjoy the beautiful and creative quilts displayed at the Quilters Guild of Plano's annual show. Come look, shop, learn, and experience one of the best quilt shows in Texas.

visitplano.com/event/quilt-plano-2023

Moody Gardens, 1 Hope Blvd.

The air show ranges from P-63 King Cobra and DH-115 Vampire to the Ghostwriter pyrotechnics show planes with daredevil pilots sending off fireworks trails to light up the night sky. The boat show showcases an array of yachts at the Moody Gardens Marina. The car show at Moody Gardens Convention Center is filled with rows of classic vehicles and the stories that accompany them.

moodygardens.org

Various locations

This annual event celebrates the history of UFOs and the paranormal in South Texas and throughout the world. Over the years, the festival has featured UFO merchandise, live entertainment, a costume contest, laser light shows, food, and family-friendly activities, while the conference has had some of the most renowned UFO researchers come to speak.

edinburgufo.com/

Diamond Don RV Park and Events Center , 1602 SH 49 East

Enjoy three days of outdoor fun starting with a Friday night tailgate party at the RV park. Saturday and Sunday offer ride days on the DDMX track. Then Saturday night has a sock hop with DJ Diamond Don and fireworks at dark.

diamonddonempire.com/diamond-don-racing

Moody Gardens , 1 Hope Blvd.

This show at Moody Gardens offers something for every kind of vehicle enthusiast. At the air show, daytime and evening performances loop, roll, and scream through the air. A splashy and spectacular boat show showcases an array of vessels for all to appreciate—perhaps look for your dream boat too. And, car lovers can find at Moody Gardens Convention Center rows of classic vehicles and the stories that accompany them.

moodygardens.com/air-car-boat-show/

Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road

Shop over 100 vendors for vintage clothing, midcentury modern decor, vintage art, collectibles, lighting, upcycled art, and unique finds at Austin's famous vintage paradise open since 1977.

citywidevintagesale.com

Downtown Corsicana, 301 S. Beaton St.

Sip mimosas while shopping in downtown Corsicana every second Saturday. Complimentary mimosas are poured, and shoppers explore the tree-lined streets, historic buildings, and boutiques.

visitcorsicana.com

Max Starcke Park West Golf Course, 650 River Drive West

In addition to the 185th birthday party for Seguin, the Seguin Conservation Society is also hosting a golf tournament Saturday morning. The two-person scramble gets underway at 8 a.m. in Starcke Park.

Gillespie County Fairgrounds, 530 Fair Drive

Come out during the summer season for exciting live horse racing at the fairgrounds’ Class 3 track. Pick your favorites for quarter horse and thoroughbred racing as well as special races, trials, and futurities.

gillespiefair.com

Hill Country Veterans Center, 411 Meadowview

New and used guns, knives, coins, cutting boards, and ammo are some of the goods sold at this show, with all proceeds going to local area veterans.

gunshowtrader.com

Grand Prairie Farmers Market, 120 W. Main St.

Get your hot, roasted Hatch chiles at the Grand Prairie Farmers Market’s annual Hatch Chile Festival. The festival features both raw and roasted Hatch chiles sold by the pound, live music, food, drinks, and other offerings.

grandfungp.com/events/hatch-chile-festival

Palestine High School Auditorium, 1600 Loop 256

Be entertained at this Branson-style show that features classic country music and comedy.

dogwoodjamboree.com

Kickapoo Cavern State Park, 20939 RR 674

Enjoy an evening cavern tour, with hopefully a bat flight to view. Then watch the Perseids meteor shower alongside a stargazing event. A second event takes place during the eclipse of the moon on Oct. 14.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/kickapoo-cavern

East Beach Park, 1923 Boddeker Road

Members of the Houston chapter of the American Institute of Architects hit the sand and build for hours to win the Golden Bucket Award. Structures remain in place for Sunday viewing.

aiahouston.org

Parking Place Pavilion, 110 S. Parking Place

At the market you can select locally grown fruits and vegetables, locally roasted coffee, homemade food, handmade products, and other items.

ljfarmersmarket.com

Alden B. Dow Office Museum, 101 S. Parking Place

Witness the restored mid-century architectural beauty of Alden B. Dow’s 1943 office in downtown Lake Jackson. Learn all about the city’s beginnings and the indelible mark that Dow left as the principal architect of Lake Jackson.

ljhistory.org

Blanton Museum of Art, 200 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

Art. Music. Picnics. It’s a vibe. Every second Saturday, hang on the Blanton’s new Moody Patio. Enjoy live DJ sets on the museum’s redesigned grounds and explore the galleries that are open late. Pack a picnic or purchase local food and drinks for sale.

blantonmuseum.org/second-saturdays

The Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre, 111 W. Main St.

A unifying concert of praise music is accompanied by fried chicken and all the fixings. Sing along to traditional hymns and gospel tunes, and hear beautiful renditions of inspirational pop songs and some down-home bluesy gospel music that gets you on your feet. Musical performances include the New Soul Invaders, known for their gospel and bluesy sound, and The Mathis Trio, a female vocal group performing traditional hymns and inspirational pop music.

thebarnhillcenter.com/events

Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, 3200 Darnell St.

Like artists Gordon Parks and Faith Ringgold, Jammie Holmes reacts to the social turmoil of his generation, creating works imbued with courage and determination. The social and economic struggles of his hometown, Thibodaux, Louisiana, inspire the artist to explore history and community in imagery that ranges from Black soldiers in Vietnam to home life to individuals mourning the passing of loved ones. Mixing loose figuration with symbolism and combining images, words, and letters, his paintings are infused with layers of meaning.

themodern.org

South Padre Island Golf Club, 1 Golf House Road

The nation's best junior golfers compete for the championship on the Gulf Coast.

sopadre.com

The Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave.

Jimmy Fortune toured, sang, and performed with the legendary Statler Brothers for 21 years. He wrote the groups second No.1 hit, "Elizabeth," on their 1983 album "Today," and followed that with two more No.1 hits: "My Only Love" and "Too Much On My Heart." Fortune's career included The Nashville Network's popular "The Statler Brothers Show," which aired for seven seasons and debuted in 1991 as the highest-rated show for the network.

corsicanapalace.com

Irving Convention Center, 500 W. Las Colinas Blvd.

Six local quilt guilds in the Dallas-Fort Worth area come together for a judged quilt show with both adult and junior participants. More than 300 quilts are on site, and visitors can take a variety of quilting classes or shop from vendors. Don't miss the silent auction of handmade items from all six guilds.

sewingexpo.com

Bandera Beverage Barn, 1407 SH 16 North

Bring your guitar to play along or simply come to listen. Pickers who play cowboy, Texas, or Western swing music are welcome to sit in.

banderacowboycapital.com

Bastrop Opera House, 711 Spring St.

Truvy’s salon is Chinquapin, Louisiana’s go-to place for a beauty fix with a hearty side of gossip. Along with her overeager assistant Annelle, Truvy pampers her small-town clients with hairdos, manicures and all kinds of unsolicited advice.

bastropoperahouse.org

Hill Country Arts Foundation, 120 Point Theatre Road

Alfred Hitchcock adapted the book by John Buchan about a man caught up in an international spy ring. This play, based on Hitchcock's movie, is a frenetic parody farce that'll have you on the edge of your seat.

hcaf.com

Curtis Culwell Center, 4999 Naaman Forest Blvd.

Sonu Nigam is an Indian playback singer, music director, dubbing artist, and actor. He is known as one of the best and most popular playback singers in Hindi and Kannada cinema.

funasia.net

Lake Crook, Off US 271

Watch as more than 80 boats rip across the water and compete for big money and prizes.

sdbaracing.com

Old Blanco Courthouse, 300 Main St.

Shop from about 70 vendors offering homemade crafts, apparel, home decor, plants, baked goods, art, embroidery and crocheted items, and jewelry. Food vendors are on site, and live music fills the air. Admission is free.

historicblanco.org/market-day

Goose Creek Memorial High School, 6001 E. Wallisville Road

If you're into cosplay, head to the Eastern Rim Funny Book and Vintage Con, where there's a cosplay contest, special comic book guests, vendors, authors, artists, and food. Parking is free.

easternrimcon.com

Leo J. Welder Center for the Performing Arts, 214 N. Main St.

Part of the Charity Concert Series, this concert invites audiences to experience the music of Jimmy Fortune, whose career includes 21 years of singing and performing with the legendary Statler Brothers followed by a solo career.

weldercenter.org

Don Harrington Discovery Center, 1200 Striet Drive

Don Harrington Discovery Center hosts monthly Wildlife Weekends, special animal-focused presentations that educate kids about wildlife. This month, the center partners with Wildwest Wildlife Rehabilitation to bring the wild indoors with activities and demonstrations, a guided hike at Wildcat Bluff, and science activities.

discoverycenteramarillo.org

Texas Trust CU Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Texas Trust Way

Rock out to the '80s all night long with bands like Wang Chung, General Public, The Tubes, Animotion, and Naked Eyes.

texastrustcutheatre.com

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, 299 SH 332 West

Watch volunteers collect baseline data on bird populations at the sanctuary. The banding station is an excellent opportunity to see birds up close and to learn all the birds of the Brazosport area.

gcbo.org

Mesquite Convention Center, 1700 Rodeo Drive

Watch an action-packed expo showcasing the best of the best in Texas strongman and powerlifting. Events include monster dumbbell lifts, sandbag carrying, a deadlift ladder, sandbag throws, and the fatback farmer’s carry.

battleaxebarbell.com

Bowie Community Center, 413 Pelham St.

Find all things outdoors at this expo. There’s gear for hunting, fishing, camping, and boating, plus ATVs and RVs for sale. In addition to refreshments, there is entertainment.

959theranch.com

Harry Ransom Center, 300 W. 21st St.

Explore the stories behind books published by Europeans between the mid-15th and late-17th centuries, tracing them from printing houses into the hands of generations of collectors and bookbinders and, ultimately, modern research libraries like the Harry Ransom Center. Visitors encounter a number of exceptional volumes, from pocket-size devotional works and Bibles in luxury bindings to all three of the Center’s copies of the Shakespeare First Folio, which has its 400th anniversary this year.

ransom.center/oldbooks

Jefferson Convention and Visitors Center, 305 E. Austin St.

This second annual UFO convention covers Texas-based UFO sightings, alien encounters, and UFO crash sites. The event has speakers, vendors, presentations, and other programming. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite extraterrestrial.

visitjeffersontexas.com/jefferson-texas-events

Main Street, 1501 Main St.

In its 15th season, the Mission Trail Art Market is the Mission Valley’s premier arts and crafts sale. Professional artisans from across the region present a vast selection of quality arts and crafts. Choose from delicate pottery, vibrant jewelry, timeless home accents, and seasonal decorations. There’s also paintings, sculptures, and photography. Sweet and savory treats are available in addition to food concessions. Live entertainment spills from the main stage, and pets are allowed. Don’t miss Billy the Kid reenactment shows and cultural presentations.

sanelizariohistoricdistrict.com

Gillespie County Fairgrounds and Exhibition Hall, 530 Fair Drive

The oldest continuous county fair in Texas marks its 135th year. Enjoy four big days filled with fun events, including a carnival and midway, fair food, livestock judging, agricultural and household exhibits, arts and crafts, antique tractor shows, live music and dancing, and live pari-mutuel horse racing.

gillespiefair.com/gillespie-county-fair

Main Street

One of the Texas Hill Country’s biggest parades has more than 200 units, marches down Main Street, and kicks off the 135th annual Gillespie County Fair. Bring chairs and arrive early.

gillespiefair.com

Moody Center, 2001 Robert Dedman Drive

See an action-packed team bull riding competition with some of the world's best bull riders, including the local Austin Gamblers bull riding team.

austingamblers.com

Galveston Island Convention Center, 5600 Seawall Blvd.

Attendees can look, learn, and participate in the fastest-growing entertainment industry in the world. Panel discussions, hands-on opportunities, and celebrity appearances are part of the fun.

galvestonesports.com

JW Marriott Austin, 110 E. Second St.

Join Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) for Austin's brightest gem, the Ice Ball Gala. It's a night of elegance, inspiration, and revelry that makes a difference for children in the community. With cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, a seated dinner, live and silent auctions, and live music, it's an exciting evening that changes children's lives for the better, forever.

bigmentoring.org/ice-ball

Blanco County Courthouse Square, 101 E. Pecan Drive

Held the fourth weekend of the month, this open-air market features vendors and artisans selling handmade or locally produced products in the heart of Texas wine country.

johnsoncitytexas.info

Bastrop Convention Center, 1408 Chestnut St. B

Come shop for clothing, jewelry, home and holiday décor, gifts, gourmet food, accessories, Texas handmade items, gifts for the guys, candles, art, soaps and bath products, and other items.

texasmarketguide.com

Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive

This event is open to cars of all sizes, colors, and speeds. Bring the family out to enjoy a beautiful night under the stars with cars, music, food, and fun.

kerrvilletx.gov

LHUCA and Two Docs Brewing Co., 511 Ave. K

Lubbock Live is a nonprofit music and arts festival that consists of music, theater, and dance performances across four stages along with visual artists, vendors, and food trucks. Ticket holders receive a wristband upon entry and are expected to keep their band on for the entirety of the day. Lubbock Live donates 65% of its profits each year to a different local arts program. The first year saw $10,000 donated to the Fine Arts Department of the Lubbock Independent School District and last year, $13,500 was donated to the East Lubbock Art House. This year’s beneficiary is the Lubbock Roots Historical Arts Council.

lubbocklivefestival.com

Ao5 Gallery, 10000 Research Blvd, Suite 118

Bernie Coleman, surreal landscape artist from Austin, debuts works featuring Texas scenes. Coleman has had a passion for drawing and painting since his youth. In his first year of college, he majored in commercial art, and it was there he learned how to use other mediums of art.After college he began a career in aviation which allowed him to travel the world and see all the beauty it holds. As a result of his travels, he was impressed by nature and was awestruck by the distinct vivid colors around the world. He began seeing landscapes in a new and different way and started to reflect this newfound vision in his paintings with bolder and brighter colors.Coleman demonstrates his painting techniques between 1 and 2 p.m. at the opening on Aug. 26. Cocktails from Dripping Springs Distillery are available for guest to enjoy while conversing with the artist.

https://tinyurl.com/ycknhfcn

Festival Concert Hall, 248 Jaster Road

Four hands, two keyboards ... Hear a rich combination of sounds featuring pianists Roberto Hidalgo and Marc Peloquin.

festivalhill.org

Frontier Times Museum, 510 13th St.

On the fourth Sunday of each month, the Frontier Times Museum hosts this afternoon jamboree with live music, storytelling, and fun for all ages.

frontiertimesmuseum.org

Blanton Museum of Art, 200 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

For the ancient Maya, the natural world was both a source of nourishment and danger. This exhibition explores the rich world of the supernatural in ancient Maya art, through 200 works from the Los Angeles County Museum’s notable collection including ceramic vessels, figurines, and greenstone jewelry from present-day Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

blantonmuseum.org/exhibition/forces-of-nature

Antone’s Nightclub, 305 E. Fifth St.

After a decade of sizzling stages across the country and abroad playing soul and funk, Roxy Roca have emerged from the pandemic equipped with a new sound embracing their love of blues and rock while continuing to maintain the same highly skilled musicianship and live-show intensity for which they are well known.

antonesnightclub.com/tm-event/roxy-roca-2

Historic Granbury Square, 100 E. Pearl St.

To end the summer, the Historic Granbury Merchants Association is sponsoring a fun family festival and sidewalk sale. Shop from vendors around the square, let the kids enjoy activities at the Plaza and under the pavilion, and sing karaoke on the main stage. There’s a street dance on Saturday, and the lighted boat parade is on Sunday. Monday, local musicians play on two stages and kids can have fun at the beach.

visitgranbury.com/event/labor-day-weekend-festival-and-sidewalk-sale/12502/

Texas Amphitheatre, 5000 Texas Drive

“The Promise” is a one-of-a-kind musical production performed annually at the Texas Amphitheater. It combines a 150-person cast and crew, live animals, historically accurate costumes, and breathtaking lights, sound, and special effects, all of which tell the story of the life of Jesus Christ in a modern, family-friendly fashion. The show runs every Friday and Saturday in September, October, and through first weekend in November.

thepromiseglenrose.com

Downtown Temple, Main Street

On the first Friday of every month, historic downtown Temple transforms into a giant party. Join along for live music and performances, great drinks, delicious food, and after-hours shopping.

downtowntemple.com

The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.

An American country rock band, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, formed in 1966, opens The Grand 1894 Opera House’s new season.

thegrand.com

Messina Hof Hill Country Winery, 9996 US 290 East

Harvest season is upon us and Messina Hof invites you to join the family as they celebrate Messina Hof Hill Country Winery’s 11th annual Harvest Festival. The festival celebrates grape picking and stomping, and of course is paired with award-winning Texas wines.

messinahof.com/harvest-festival

Downtown Brenham, Baylor Street

Fresh, local foods and handmade products are available on the square on the first Friday of each month.

visitbrenhamtexas.com

Majestic Theatre, 1925 Elm St.

Iconic wrestler Kevin Von Erich makes his first public tour with “Stories From the Top Rope,” a show that features 65-year-old Von Erich sharing insight into his career, personal triumphs, and tragedies.

majestic.dallasculture.org

Texas State Railroad Palestine Depot, 789 Park Road 70

This popular excursion is powered by No. 30, a 1917 Baldwin Locomotive Works Engine. Ride behind this magnificent locomotive of yesteryear on a journey that takes passengers through the impressive Piney Woods and 135 years of history.

texasstaterailroad.net

Kendall County Fairgrounds, 1307 River Road

It’s time for the 117th annual Kendall County Fair. Head to the fairgrounds for a weekend of good old-fashioned community fun, with vendors, the Queen’s Pageant on Thursday, a rodeo and livestock show on Friday and Saturday, Bull Riding Extreme and a parade on Sunday, and great exhibits in the Homestead Heritage Exhibit Hall.

kcfa.org

11th St. Cowboy Bar, 307 11th St.

Listen to great musicians and entertainers all weekend long at the “biggest little bar in Texas.” Past festivals have included performances by Mickey Gilley, Johnny Lee, Johnny Rodriguez, and T.G. Sheppard.

11thstreetcowboybar.com

The Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre, 111 W. Main St.

Singer, songwriter, and guitarist Seth James was moved by Muddy Waters, Lightnin’ Hopkins, and Booker T. Jones at an early age. He studied Delbert McClinton, who later became his friend and mentor, and the two artists have toured and written songs together. Both James and McClinton grew up close to Lyle Lovett and Lee Roy Parnell. These relationships helped James understand that someone with ranching roots could actually do something other than country music. James has collaborated with Chris Stapleton, Delbert McClinton, and other greats.

thebarnhillcenter.com/events

Becker Vineyards, 464 Becker Farms Road

Grape stomping is the traditional way of separating the juice from the skins (if making white wine) or separating red wine from the skins. Bring your friends and family—children may stomp grapes but must be accompanied by a parent. Some guests like to purchase T-shirts and put their “stomp” prints on the back as a souvenir.

beckervineyards.com/calendar/event-list

Wimberley VFW arena , 401 Jacobs Well Road

The 12th annual rodeo helps the Gunner Thames Memorial Foundation raise funds for local 4H, FFA, and rodeo athletes plus area youth in need. Events include steer wrestling, mutton bustin’, barrel racing, and calf roping.

gunnerthames.com

Bayfront Peninsula Park, 501 E. Main St.

The Flip Flop Festival is an exciting, family-friendly event that visitors and locals alike look forward to each year. Festivities include a fishing tournament, a steak cookoff, live music, and the annual Fling Flong contest where participants see who can fling a flip flop from their foot the farthest.

flipflopfest.com

Market Square, 400 First St. Southwest

Local vendors roast hatch chiles fresh from New Mexico. Burgers, kids’ games, and vendors celebrate everything hatch, and the evening continues with the inaugural Salsa on the Square music event.

paristexas.gov/319/market-square-farmers-market

Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum, 315 W. Avenue B

Ever wonder how storms are made? Weather is part of everyday life, rain or shine. Explore the sky above and learn more about meteorology, the atmosphere, and the ways weather has affected human life on earth.

templeparks.com

Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place

Encounter the 46-foot-tall T. rex and 10 new life-sized animatronic dinosaurs along the nature trails at the annual exhibit. The exhibit always gives families and friends a fun, educational activity to enjoy together. See the dinosaurs move and hear them roar. An outdoor fossil dig is available for kids. The dinosaur trail is great for jogging strollers, but not suitable for strollers with small wheels or wheelchairs.

heardmuseum.org/dinosaurs-live

Downtown Hearne, Fourth Street

A fundraiser for the Hearne Chamber of Commerce, cornhole teams are invited to compete for prizes. There is an entry fee.

Charline McCombs Empire Theatre, 226 N. St. Mary’s St.

Iconic wrestler Kevin Von Erich makes his first public tour with “Stories From the Top Rope,” a show that features 65-year-old Von Erich sharing insight into his career, personal triumphs, and tragedies.

majesticempire.com

Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27

Enjoy two monthly shopping events at one facility. Market Days features original, one-of-a-kind handcrafted items from artists and crafters, while the Hill Country Swap Meet is a community garage sale/flea market with lots of “neat old stuff.”

kerrmarketdays.org

Abner Jackson Plantation Site, Farm-to-Market Road 2004 near State Highway 332

Visit the historic archeological site of Maj. Abner Jackson, the namesake of the city of Lake Jackson. Once a prosperous sugar plantation, the site was destroyed by the same hurricane that devastated Galveston in 1900. Learn about the sugar-making process of the 1840s and how convict labor replaced slave labor during the 1870s.

ljhistory.org

Jefferson Historic Railway, 400 E. Austin St.

Spend Labor Day celebrating at Historic Jefferson Railway by hopping aboard a gas-powered locomotive that includes a train ride with a stop at the Diamond Don Gator Pit for alligator feeding (weather permitting). Saturday offers narrated historical day tours. Come see the “Support Our Troops” display that honors the United States military.

jeffersonrailway.com

H.E.A.R.T.S. Veterans Museum , 463 SH 75 North

The H.E.A.R.T.S Veterans Museum serves a free breakfast on the first Saturday of every month. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy a meal, meet and talk to other veterans, and learn of different benefits and resources available.

heartsmuseum.com

Old Town Theatre, 1023 12th St.

Country artist Rick Trevino’s successes include gold albums and several No. 1 and Top 10 singles such as “She Can’t Say I Didn’t Cry” and “Learning As You Go.”

oldtowntheatre-huntsville.org

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

For more than 20 years, Bill Maher has set the boundaries of where funny, political talk can go on American television. First on “Politically Incorrect,” and for the last 14 years on HBO’s “Real Time,” Maher’s combination of unflinching honesty and big laughs have garnered him 40 Emmy nominations.

texastrustcutheatre.com

Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark, 2970 Epic Place

Enjoy the final days of wavepool season with an Epic splash to remember. This event features live entertainment, activities, dance parties, and a live DJ.

epicwatersgp.com

Pete P. Gallego Center, Sul Ross State University campus, US 90 East

The Alpine Lions Club hosts this annual gun and knife show over Labor Day weekend. Bring used eyeglasses for $1 off admission. All federal, state and local firearm ordinances and laws must be obeyed.

e-clubhouse.org/sites/alpinetx/index.php

Bowers Mansion, 301 S. Magnolia St.

Built in 1878, and located just a stone’s throw away from downtown, Bowers Mansion is one of the city’s most historic and infamous mansions. This Victorian home and National Texas Historic Landmark has a deep history, with stories of death, murder, and suicide. Take a tour and hunt for ghosts with Haunted Rooms.

hauntedrooms.com/texas/ghost-hunts/historic-bowers-mansion-palestine-tx

Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 503 N. Queen St.

Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Palestine was dedicated on June 18, 1893. The 675,000 bricks for the church were molded by hand and baked on-site from mud brought by wagon from the Trinity River. Other interesting elements include stained-glass windows from Italy and France and a mural of “The Transfiguration of Christ” from the 1920s. Tours of the church are offered on Saturdays.

shpalestine.org

Farmers Market Pavilion, 815 W. Spring St.

Local farmers have plenty of goodies to share as well as meat, eggs, crafts, jams, and pickles. The market, open every Saturday, also has an acoustic jam session, so grab your instrument and head to the farmers market.

palestinefarmersmarket.com

Redlands Hotel , 400 N. Queen St.

Sponsored by the Dogwood Arts Council and held on the first Saturday of each month, the Art Walk allows visitors to meet artists of various mediums while touring downtown shops and boutiques. Start at the Redlands Hotel for a map of locations.

dogwoodartscouncil.com

Trade Days Grounds, 4214 W. Oak St.

On the first Saturday of each month, find treasures and one-of-a-kind items at this unique shopping experience.

visitpalestine.com

Historic Herff Farm, 33 Herff Road

The Farmers Market at the Herff Farm is an open-air farmers market on the historic Herff Farm every Saturday. Come hike the trails, shop in the open air, get gardening inspiration, take classes on growing your food, help the Cibolo Center for Conservation maintain the land through volunteer service projects, or get new recipe ideas.

cibolo.org/locations/herff-farm

County Courthouse Lawn, 500 Main St.

On the first Saturday of the month, vendors set up around the Bandera County Courthouse lawn and sell merchandise including arts and crafts, homemade goods, gift items, and other market products.

banderabusiness.com

County Courthouse Lawn, 500 Main St.

Enjoy free cowboy fun in downtown Bandera every Saturday. Activities can include chuckwagon storytelling, hopping on a saddle-broke Longhorn, and horse-drawn wagon tours of Bandera.

banderabusiness.com

Rattlesnake Ridge, 126 SH 16 South

On most Saturdays, the Bandera Cattle Company Gunfighters reenact 1800s, Western-style gun battles at Rattlesnake Ridge. Showtimes are 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

facebook.com/banderagunfighters

Mansfield Park and Main Street, 2886 SH 16 North and 500 Main St.

Bandera honors its cowboy and Western heritage with a Longhorn Cattle Drive Parade on Saturday, arts and crafts, music, gunfight reenactments, a ranch rodeo, and Lil’ Wrangler activities.

banderacowboycapital.com

Mesquite Convention Center, 1700 Rodeo Drive

The Ethiopian Day Festival is where Ethiopians and friends of every age, gender, and religion in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex come together for a two-day festival celebrating the rich history and distinct culture of Ethiopians. This is the festival’s 20th year.

ethiopiandayfestivaldfw.org

Mesquite Arena, 1818 Rodeo Drive

Marca Registrada has become one of the top Latin Music artists, delighting fans with their unique Latin sound. This concert provides fans an opportunity to experience their music in person.

mesquitearena.com

Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area Visitors Center, 101 N. Sweeten St.

Take a hiking tour with a Master Naturalist, experience the incredible bat flight out of the sinkhole, and stick around for a stargazing party in some of the darkest night skies around. The Devil’s Sinkhole Society leads bat flight tours in the natural area. Tours launch from the Devil’s Sinkhole Visitor Center on the square in Rocksprings. Reservations are required.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/devils-sinkhole

Archway Gallery, 2305 Dunlavy

This collaborative exhibition between Archway Gallery artist Denise Giordano and guest artist Fatima Donaldson concludes a journey initially inspired by a Georgia O’Keeffe exhibition in Houston in 2021. Enticed by O’Keeffe’s statement “to see takes time,” the duo embarked on an investigative road trip to Santa Fe in order to look closer at O’Keeffe’s work, philosophy, and life. It was during this study that they were individually inspired to look inwardly at themselves and their personal artistic journeys. Giordano and Donaldson are available to visit with guests during the opening reception on September 9th, with an artist talk at 6:30 p.m.

archwaygallery.com

Radisson Hotel Austin, 6121 I-35 Service Road North

Get ready for a continuous flow of infectious melodies and funky grooves delving into jazz, smooth jazz, funk, and old school R&B. Kyle Turner is a creative and innovative artist that has warmed the hearts of many with the sultry musical notes birthed from his instrument, the saxophone. He is joined by Jeanette Harris, Michael Ward, and Pamela Hart.

womeninjazz.org/events

Dallas by Chocolate, 4925 Greenville Ave.

Taste your way through some of the best tacos and margaritas in Dallas. At four stops, sample award-winning street tacos, gourmet tacos, and eclectic tacos. The margaritas selected are also some of the best in the city. Price includes motor coach transportation, four tacos, two margaritas at selected venues, and beverages on the motor coach (soft drinks and water, you may also BYOB).

dallasbychocolate.com

Dallas by Chocolate Tours, 4925 Greenville Ave.

Dallas is the Texas capital of decadent desserts. Bite into a decadent chocolate truffle or savor an indulgent chocolate pastry. These and more delicious experiences await as you travel to premier local chocolate havens on an air-conditioned motor coach. Your expert tour host takes you on a sweet adventure that includes learning about the history of chocolate and how it’s made, playing Chocolate Trivia for chocolate prizes, discovering the unique sights of Dallas and enjoying great beverages (you can also BYOB) including soft drinks and water.

dallasbychocolate.com

South Padre Island Entertainment District, 211 W. Whiting St.

Labor Day is often known as the end of summer, so why not end it with a bang? South Padre Island hosts fireworks to celebrate the three-day weekend.

sopadre.com/event/labor-day-fireworks/1212

Bill Franklin Center, 13152 SH 206

Indulge in all-you-can-eat catfish with all the trimmings. Paid admission makes you eligible for the door-prize drawings. There are guns and other prizes to be given away.

colemancountytexas.com

Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex, 1156 Hargrave St.

Get ready for a continuous flow of infectious melodies and funky grooves delving into jazz, smooth jazz, funk, and old-school R&B. This combination of saxophone, violin, and the sultry voice of vocalist Pamela Hart is the right mix for a dynamic and unforgettable evening.

millenniumaustin.com

American Bank Center Selena Auditorium, 1901 N. Shoreline Blvd.

Iconic wrestler Kevin Von Erich makes his first public tour with “Stories From the Top Rope,” a show that features 65-year-old Von Erich sharing insight into his career, personal triumphs, and tragedies.

americanbankcenter.com

Waterway Square, 31 Waterway Square Place

Enjoy the last holiday of summer with live music, strolling entertainment, fireworks, pie-eating contests, and children’s activities.

visitthewoodlands.com

Cave Without a Name Throne Room, 325 Kreutzberg Road

Axiom Quartet performs 1990s rock hits back to back with classical music composed in the last decades of the 18th and 19th centuries, including pieces by Mozart, Brahms, Ravel, and jazz composer Scott Joplin.

cavewithoutaname.com

Tarpley Volunteer Fire Department, 264 Valentine Lane

Tarpley Volunteer Fire Department sponsors this annual event that includes the Labor Day Parade, a barbecue, and a raffle and auction.

tarpleyvfd.org

Various locations

Held during Labor Day weekend, Hullabaloo Music Fest attracts a variety of musicians who perform at several unique venues located in historic downtown Bryan.

destinationbryan.com/hullabaloo

Center for the Arts and Sciences, 400 College Blvd.

Featuring a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector and a variety of high-tech equipment, this show recreates the night sky as it appears to the naked eye, giving viewers a close-up look at comets, exploding stars, and black holes.

brazosportcenter.org

Silver Sage, 803 Buck Creek

Silver Sage community and senior center hosts this Grand Ole Opry-style show on the first Tuesday of most months. Along with the entertainment, the event offers refreshments and door prizes.

silversage.org

Various locations

This annual collaborative event celebrates and promotes the San Antonio Missions, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Festivities include a visit at San Antonio Missions National Historical Park’s historic grist mill (the park owns the oldest water right in Texas and is the state’s first grist mill); a 3-mile hike along the park’s San Juan Acequia trail; and the Tour de Las Misiones, a leisurely ride ranging from 7 to 22 miles with stops at one or all of the missions and an enjoyable 5K and 10K walk and run through the scenic Mission River Reach and Mission San Jose.

worldheritagefestival.org

Diamond Don RV Park and Event Center, 1602 SH 49 East

Diamond Don Racing hosts the 21st annual American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association National Vintage Motocross event that includes a charity golf outing, adventure dual sport ride, AHRMA vintage trials, and modern support trials. Come see event legend Gerrit Wolsink.

diamonddonempire.com

Brownwood Depot, 600 E. Depot St.

Irving Arts Center, 3333 North MacArthur Blvd.

Explore new stories and fun art projects during this creative story time that combines art and children’s literature. Create a take-home art project and then browse the galleries with your kids as part of this fun and free morning activity.

irvingartscenter.com

The Nave Museum, 306 W. Commercial St.

The Nave Museum presents the art of Linda LaMantia of Laredo, Texas. This art exhibition depicts the artist’s fondness for nature and the outdoors, including imagery of exotic birds, exquisite flowers, and coastal scenery.

navemuseum.org

Colorado County Fair Grounds, 1146 Crossroads Blvd.

Three days of fair fun include a carnival, vendors, school art, home economics projects, and a livestock show and rodeo. Proceeds from the rodeo go to the Colorado County Fair and Rodeo scholarship fund.

coloradocountyfair.org

Tyrrell Park, 3930 Babes Zaharius Drive

Celebrate 100 years of Tyrrell Park with an action-packed weekend including a golf tournament, dinner, and an auction followed by a Saturday family day with events at all locations within Tyrrell Park including the Beaumont Botanical Gardens, Cattail Marsh, and Tyrrell Park Nature Center.

visitbeaumonttx.com

Kendall Art Gallery, 119 W. First St.

The 100 best artworks by artists living and working in the western half of Texas are juried into this exhibition. Prizes are given for sculpture, paintings, and mixed media.

sanangeloartclub.org

San Patricio County Fairgrounds, 219 W. Fifth St.

Be amazed at the talent seen during this festival for fiddlers. Great music, a cornhole tournament, a car show, barbecue cookoff, food trucks, vendors, kids’ activities, and a dance are all part of the fun.

sintonchamber.org/events

Freestone County Courthouse , 118 E. Commerce St.

Decorate your bikes and join along for a fun parade. There are prizes for Best in Show, and hot dogs, drinks, popcorn, music, and face painting round out the evening.

fairfieldtexaschamber.com

The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.

Americana singer-songwriter Mary Bragg returns to the Bugle Boy stage.

thebugleboy.org/tickets

Paris/Lamar County Fairgrounds, 570 E. Center St.

Hot air balloons fill the sky with a beautiful glow, while patrons below enjoy vendors, a Kids’ Fun Zone, food trucks, live music, and tethered balloon rides.

parisballoonandmusicfestival.com

Zilker Park, 2100 Barton Springs Road

In this 10-mile team race, each participant runs a 2.5 mile loop from one central festival/transition area. The team concept of the Zilker Relays is not unique, but the combination of a relay, festival home base, drinks, and music make this experience a favorite for runners of all calibers and ages.

austinrunners.org/zilker-relays

The Greens at Jim’s Pier, 211 W. Whiting St.

Fish for wahoo, dorado, and blackfin fish for cash prizes.

sopadre.com/events

The Sanctuary Music and Events, 6633 Virginia Pkwy.

Texas Homegrown Music presents Beatlegras (Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Bluegrass Band) live in concert. Go on a “Magical Mystery Tour” as you enjoy the genius of The Beatles without imitating them note for note. Individual tickets and tables for four are available.

Fashion Industry Gallery, 1807 Ross Ave.

What started in 2009 as a simple event featuring two bean-to-bar chocolate makers has exploded into one of the “must do” events for Dallas foodies. Featuring chocolate samples from industry innovators the world over, the event now features dozens of chocolatiers and chocolate makers, demonstrations, and even workshops.

dallaschocolate.org

Lone Star Park, 1000 Lone Star Parkway

Come to the racetrack, open Thursday through Saturday, and see American quarter horses race to the finish line.

lonestarpark.com

Texas State Railroad Palestine Depot, 789 Park Road 70

Unplug for an experience where history, nature, and adventure meet. The Piney Woods Express Diesel Excursion is powered by restored FP9 passenger units. General Motors built 481 of the FP9 and FP7 locomotives to haul passengers during the “Golden Age” of streamliners. From the moment you step aboard a vintage 1920s car, history comes alive.

texasstaterailroad.net

Wylie Rodeo Grounds, Guy Poole Drive

This two-night, United Professional Rodeo Association-sanctioned rodeo includes bareback riding, bronc riding, tie-down roping, women’s breakaway roping, junior bareback riding, team roping, barrel racing, bull riding, and a calf scramble.

wyliechamber.org/wylie-rodeo

Wortham Theater Center, 500 Texas Ave.

The Houston Ballet’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” is based on Shakespeare’s joyous romantic comedy. It follows the hijinks and hilarity that occur when a well-intentioned plan with a love potion goes awry. Following the thread of interwoven romances, the ballet travels from the Court of Athens to the Fairy Realm, where mayhem ensues. By cleverly combining the music of Mendelssohn, Ligeti, and traditional organ music, the score transports the audience into a fantasy world through choreography that demonstrates the narrative power of ballet.

houstonballet.org/seasontickets/pdps/2023-2024/a-midsummer-nights-dream

Ao5 Gallery, 10000 Research Blvd, Suite 118

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Lamar County Fairgrounds, 570 E Center St

http://parisballoonandmusicfestival.com/

Historic Downtown Rosenberg, 809 Third St.

In historic downtown Rosenberg, see 150 cars dating from the early 1900s to modern times. While downtown, check out the more than 30 shops for art, food, and shopping. There’s even an old-fashioned soda fountain still serving drinks the way they did in the ‘50s.

rosenbergartsalliance.com

Ranch Park, 1042 Event Center Drive

A hilarious event, Goat Couture is a goat fashion show where participants dress their goats up to compete in different costume contests. There are winners in every category and a Best in Show award. There’s also games, a goat adoption center, crafts, and shopping. Community members, local officials and celebrities, organizations, and others are invited to sponsor a goat. All proceeds benefit the six FFA chapters in Hays and Blanco counties.

christopherlawfirm.com/goat-couture-2023

Nolan County Ciliseum, 220 Coliseum Drive

In support of the Sweetwater Education Foundation, Casino Night raises money with casino games, a live auction, and live music.

sweetwateref.org

Downtown Corsicana, 118 N. Beaton St.

Sip mimosas while shopping in downtown Corsicana every second Saturday. Complimentary mimosas are poured, and shoppers explore the tree-lined streets, historic buildings, and boutiques.

visitcorsicana.com

Mesquite Convention Center, 1700 Rodeo Drive

Mesquite Rodeo presents this gun show with new and used guns, custom and factory knives, military and war relics, home defense items, home security, knife sharpening, hunting and military clothing, gun parts, and accessories.

Freestone County Courthouse , 118 E. Commerce St.

Celebrate the love of vehicles at this annual show. With over 40 judged classes, you’re sure to find the right fit for your car, truck, or motorcycle. Cash prizes for specialty awards, plaques, and trophies are given out. See the Antique Tractor Club’s fine tractors and enjoy food vendors, live music, raffles, a city-wide garage sale, and the Ladies Poker Stroll.

fairfieldtexaschamber.com

Downtown Quanah

Aside from a school reunion, the Fall Festival has a car show, semi-truck show, tractor show, games, food, shopping, and the school band plays tunes.

The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.

Rod Picott has released 12 albums over the last 20 years, with songs placed in television and film projects including The FX series “Justified” and the Michael Douglas film “Solitary Man.” He has toured as the opening act for Alison Krauss and Union Station and won the Song of the Year award at the Austin Music Awards for his song “Broke Down.”

thebugleboy.org/tickets

Pump Track Paris, 2005 S. Collegiate Drive

A pump track is a circular loop with rollers and banked turns that, when ridden correctly, requires no pedaling or pushing. This pump track bicycle race takes places across 15,000 square feet of adrenaline-inducing pavement. The design is to attract some of the most elite competitors in the world, but also includes a kids’ loop for new riders.

paristexasbiking.com

The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.

Michael Cavanaugh scored his big break when Billy Joel handpicked him for the lead in Broadway’s smash hit “Movin’ Out.” In this one-night-only concert, he’ll lead his band through the biggest hits by Billy Joel and Elton John.

thegrand.com

Robert A. “Bob” Bowers Civic Center , 3401 Cultural Center Drive

Pageants, food, programs, and colorful heritage dancing are highlights of the Mexican Heritage Fiesta. The Mexican Heritage Society of Port Arthur celebrates during National Hispanic Heritage Month. Stop by Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine while you are in town.

mexicanheritagefiesta.com

Santa Fe Depot Museum, 605 E. California St.

Gainesville Area Visual Arts presents this annual art exhibition at the historic Santa Fe Depot Museum. The show’s opening reception and awards ceremony is on Sept. 9, with the exhibition running through Sept. 17. Artists from across the state and Oklahoma submit art to this show, so there’s a wide array of mediums to see, from traditional and abstract paintings to exquisite jewelry and unique sculptures.

gainesvilleareavisualarts.org/fallartshow

Riverside Nature Center, 150 Francisco Lemos St.

Run or walk this 5K that takes participants along the Kerrville River Trail and the Guadalupe River, where there’s plenty of shade and water stops. The event includes a pre-race warmup, refreshments, a raffle, and a silent auction.

riversidenaturecenter.org

Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive

Pack your lawn chairs and picnic blankets and come out to the park to enjoy a concert along the banks of the beautiful Guadalupe River.

kerrvilletx.gov

Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27

Vendors sell new and used guns, knives, ammo, coins, jewelry, camping gear, accessories, and other items for hunters, collectors, and outdoors enthusiasts.

texasgunandknifeshows.com

Alden B. Dow Office Museum, 101 S. Parking Place

See the restored midcentury architectural beauty of Alden B. Dow’s 1943 downtown office. Learn all about the city’s beginnings and the indelible mark that Dow left as the principal architect of Lake Jackson.

ljhistory.org

Parking Place Pavilion, 110 S. Parking Place

At this monthly farmers market, shop the merchandise of local vendors, who offer homemade goods and farm-fresh items.

lakejacksonfarmersmarket.com

Surfside Bird and Butterfly Trail, 418 Parkview Road

Enjoy the scenery at Surfside Bird and Butterfly Trail while shopping for fresh produce, canned goods, handmade products, and other merchandise.

visitsurfsidebeachtx.org

H.E.A.R.T.S. Veterans Museum , 463 SH 75 North

Learn all about amateur radio and ham radio testing at this monthly ham radio class for veterans and their families.

heartsmuseum.com

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

Marisela is a Mexican-American singer and actress, known also as “La Dama de Hierro.” Her voice and sensuality help consolidate her as one of the greatest exponents of the romantic ballad.

texastrustcutheatre.com

The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion , 2005 Lake Robbins Drive

The Australian pop band comes to The Woodlands during their world tour to promote their new album, “The Feeling of Falling Upwards.”

visitthewoodlands.com

Sherman Municipal Grounds, 405 N. Rusk St.

Come honor and celebrate Texoma’s Hispanic heritage with a festival that showcases live music, food and craft vendors, and cultural festivities.

shermantx.org

Main Plaza, 100 N. Main St.

Located in the heart of the historical district on Main Plaza, Boerne Market Days is open the second weekend of the month and offers shopping in an outdoor setting with artists, craftspeople, and vendors sharing their creative talents and wares to the background of live music.

eventsoffmain.com/market-days

Black Rifle Coffee Co., 101 S. Main St.

Join the team at Black Rifle Coffee Company and their neighbors for an old-fashioned block party. Enjoy live music, great food and drink, and the annual Tug the Truck event.

facebook.com/blackrifleboerne

The AgriCultural Museum and Arts Center, 102 City Park Road

Every second and fourth Saturday of the month, bring your instrument and play along, or just come to listen to the Bluegrass Jam at The AgriCultural.

theagricultural.org

Kuhlmann-King Museum, 402 E. Blanco Road

Every second and fourth Saturday of the month, the Kuhlmann-King house gives the public the opportunity to step back in time to see what a historic Boerne home looked like “way back when.” Monthly events and themes vary.

bahpsboerne.org

Mesquite Arena, 1818 Rodeo Drive

Anne Wilson took home two awards including New Artist of the Year and Pop/Contemporary Song of the Year for “My Jesus.” Christian music recording artist Matthew West has released five albums, most recently “My Story Your Glory.”

mesquitearena.com

Ray Roberts Lake State Park, Isle du Bois Fishing Pier, 100 PW 4137

It’s the perfect time of year to fall in love with fishing. This event includes food, fun, games for the entire family, the Buddy Bass Fishing Tournament, kids’ fishing events, vendor booths, and music. In addition, park rangers and other groups are on hand with activities.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/ray-roberts-lake

Blanton Museum of Art, 200 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

Art. Music. Picnics. It’s a vibe. Every second Saturday, hang on the Blanton’s new Moody Patio. Enjoy live DJ sets on the museum’s redesigned grounds and explore the galleries that are open late. Pack a picnic or purchase local food and drinks for sale.

blantonmuseum.org/second-saturdays

On the Square in Downtown Caldwell, 301 N Main St

www.burlesoncountytx.com/kolache-fest

Alvin Historical Museum , 302 West Sealy Street

visitalvin.com

Weesatche Community Center, 161 E FM 884

https://www.facebook.com/Weesatche4Warriors

Irving Arts Center, 3333 North MacArthur Blvd.

Open Studio for Teens is a place where teens can create art, experiment with materials, learn new techniques, and make new friends.

irvingartscenter.com

Irving Arts Center, 3333 North MacArthur Blvd.

Irving Arts Center offers the perfect framework for adults and children to make art together in a creative atmosphere. This month’s theme is “Paint it!” Grab a paintbrush and go with the flow to create colorful compositions inspired by nature and your own imagination.

irvingartscenter.com

Hays County Historic Courthouse , 111 E. San Antonio St.

Art Squared Arts Market is a juried arts and fine crafts market that brings the best local artists together in one place. Find art of all kinds, live music, a free kids’ arts and crafts booth, live art demonstrations, and other activities.

artsquaredmarket.com

Inspired Minds Art Center, 121 Main St.

The Buda Arts Festival, originally named the Buda Plein Air Festival, was created in 2020 to bring the community together outdoors through art in a mindful, healing, and celebratory way during a time of social restrictions, fear, and anxiety. Since then, it has grown from a one-day painting and music festival to a five-day celebration of all things art. Live plein air painting competitions, busking musicians, film screenings, art demos, artisan markets, artist meet-ups, kids’ activities, and multicultural performances fill the week, with the main day of festivities taking place on Saturday, Sept. 16.

budaartsfestival.com

Comfort Park, 427 Main St.

On the second Tuesday of the month, hear a free outdoor concert. Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged, and tips for musicians are accepted and appreciated.

comfortchamber.com/events/calendar-of-events

Brown Plaza , 305 Cantu St.

Celebrate Mexican Independence Day with live music, vendors, food trucks, dancing, and games for kids.

drchamber.com

Region One Service Center, 1900 W. Schunior St.

Audience members can view local, national, and international films in any genre throughout the festival. They can also look forward to meeting many of the folks who brought these films to life. Check the festival program to see if a film block features a filmmaker Q&A session following the screening. The films are scheduled in blocks, which are groups of films that are the same length and in the same category. The festival also includes workshops, panels, and presentations.

stxiff.com

Historic Main Street District, 636 S. Main St.

Enjoy four days of family-friendly fun at the largest wine festival in the Southwest United States. Of course, there’s wine tastings involved with the People’s Choice Wine Tasting Classic—the largest consumer judged wine competition in the nation featuring Texas-only wines.

grapevinetexasusa.com/grapefest

Downtown , 109 Depot St.

At this monthly event, sip a little wine and shop as you stroll through the stores in historic downtown Elgin. Find diverse merchandise, eclectic décor, artwork by local artists, live music, the Elgin Farmers Market, delicious food, and fun, friendly people.

elgintx.com

Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St.

Members of the Outdoor Painters Society visit Kerrville and compete to capture the city’s landscapes and unique buildings on canvas. An exhibition of their work follows at the Kerr Arts and Cultural Center.

kacckerrville.com

The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion , 2006 Lake Robbins Drive

Buckle up for an outer-space adventure with the Houston Symphony’s concert “Blast Off to Space,” featuring action-packed music from “Star Wars,” “E.T.,” NOVA’s “The Planets,” and other popular movies and shows. From the moon to Mars and beyond, this concert is bound to transport auidences to a galaxy far, far away.

woodlandscenter.org

Museum of the Big Bend, Sul Ross State University campus, 400 N. Harrison St.

The 37th annual Trappings of Texas includes an opening weekend reception and sale for the nation’s longest-running annual exhibit of premier Western art and custom cowboy gear, with more than 50 artists displaying their works.

museumofthebigbend.com

Mesquite Convention Center, 1700 Rodeo Drive

Just Between Friends is a twice-a-year consignment sale for babies through teens and people with maternity needs. Gently used items are sold for 50-90% off retail. Everything is organized like a store to make for easy selling and shopping.

dallas.jbfsale.com

George H. Henderson, Jr. Exposition Center, 1200 Ellen Trout Drive

Presented by Brookshire Brothers, the annual Texas State Forest Festival is an East Texas tradition that attracts 13,000 people to Lufkin and Angelina County with festivities that include carnival rides, concerts, a beer garden, a car show, competitions, and shows like the “High Diving Pirates of The Caribbean Show” and “Wild West Comedy Stunt Show.”

texasforestfestival.com

Singapore City, Singapore City

https://heartsummit.conferenceseries.com/

Color Factory, 3303 Kirby Dr

https://www.colorfactory.co/houston

Various locations

Since 1999, the Antique Alley Texas festival has occurred on the third weekends of April and September. Rain or shine, the event spans eight communities (Grandview, Cleburne, Maypearl, Alvarado, Venus, Keene, Joshua, and Waxahachie). Vendors set up in pastures along Farm-to-Market Road 4 between Grandview and Cleburne, while area antique stores, cafes, and other specialty shops host special sales and events. Yard sales are scattered throughout the area as well. Expect food trucks, arts, crafts, antiques, garden items, clothing, home décor, and junker’s delights.

facebook.com/antiquealleytexas

The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.

Willis Alan Ramsey, a cult legend among fans of Americana and Texas country music, makes his Bugle Boy debut.

thebugleboy.org/tickets

Various locations

The festival screens a variety of independent and studio films from different American and Latin American filmmakers while also celebrating Victoria’s unique culture. Special events take place throughout the weekend.

vivatexasfilmfestival.com

Hearne Depot Museum , 139 W. Ninth St.

The beach comes to Hearne as master sand sculptors head to this sand-sculpting competition. Watch as the sculptors build their masterpieces. Kids and adults can also get their hands in the sand and learn how it all happens.

hearnechambertx.com

Tri-State Fairgrounds , 3301 SE 10th Ave.

The Tri-State Fair and Rodeo is one of Amarillo’s oldest events and features rides, food, exhibits, and rodeo action.

tristatefair.com/p/fair

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

Country legend Dwight Yoakam has sold more than 25 million albums worldwide, and he is a 21-time nominated, multiple Grammy Award winner. Nearly 40 of Yoakam’s singles have charted on the “Billboard” music charts, with 14 peaking in the Top 10.

texastrustcutheatre.com

Palo Duro Canyon State Park, 11450 Park Road 5

Celebrate Texas State Parks’ 100-year anniversary at Palo Duro Canyon State Park. This three-day event chronicles 100 years of the past and showcases 100 years of partnerships for the future with vendors and booths. Saturday focuses on the last 100 years of state parks, and Sunday focuses on 100 years of the future.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/palo-duro-canyon

Ballroom at Tanglewood, 5430 Westheimer Road

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/20e7cead-9fc3-427e-a360-ccf3c2d5a60b

Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave.

Faithfully, an Eagles and Journey Tribute Experience formed in Nashville, Tennessee in 2011 and has quickly established themselves as one of the country’s most popular tribute acts. Hear them perform Eagles and Journey hits that have wowed audiences for decades.

corsicanapalace.showare.com

Baytown Community Center, 2407 Market St.

Shop from a wide selection of exhibitors bringing boutique clothing, accessories, shoes, home decor, furniture, gourmet food, dips, sauces, art, yard decorations, and holiday items. The market is half handmade items and half manufactured items, but all exhibitors are small business owners. Most exhibitors are based in Texas, but others travel in from Oklahoma, New Mexico, Louisiana, and Arkansas. Admission and parking are free, and strollers are welcome at this indoor market.

bigtop.show/baytowntx

Rorie-Galloway Day Camp, 3100 Lawson Road

Zombies have been reported to be taking over the park and Camp Rorie-Galloway is being evacuated. U.S. Army forces are on site to assist, but do you have what it takes to survive and escape? Race through the woods of Camp Rorie with your team, compete in challenges, and try to survive the zombie horde. Obstacles and missions test strength, speed, problem solving, and teamwork. Collect survival essentials along the way to ensure your team’s safe passage to the finish. Participate either as a runner (human) and escape from the zombies or as a zombie.

Historic Downtown

Choose a beautiful artisan bowl in exchange for your ticket purchased in advance. Bowls are donated by local artists, and 100% of the proceeds go to the Comfort Table and Food Pantry. The Empty Bowls project was initiated to help end hunger.

comforttablepantry.org

Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium, 1600 Lone Star Parkway

Witness the first major private women’s cricket international event to come to the United States—21 games, 90 players from 36 countries and territories, and six teams. Stars of the 2023 T20 Women’s World Cup plus 12 of U.S.’s top cricketers are expected to compete. This unique event, the only global International Cricket Council-sanctioned T20 tournament in the world, is being held at the brand new Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium.

fairbreak.net

Coryell Museum and Historic Center, 718 Main St.

Visit the Coryell Museum and Historic Center for their annual Spurfest for old-time demonstrations, contests, music, kids’ activities, and over 6,000 spurs in the Lloyd Mitchell Spur Collection.

visitgatesvilletx.com

Coryell Museum, 718 E. Main St.

Fiddlers from all around the U.S. gather to participate and show their expertise in old-time Texas fiddling. There are fiddling divisions according to age, plus an open division and a twin fiddling division. There’s also an accompanist contest.

facebook.com/gatesvilleoldtimefiddlers

Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum, 315 W. Avenue B

Based on the “Texas Monthly” October 2017 cover story, “Voices from the Storm,” this exhibition features the stories of 16 individuals who survived, witnessed, and assisted others during the five days of rain brought on by Hurricane Harvey. Using story panels, audio, exclusive photographs, and content from more than a dozen “Texas Monthly” staff members who covered the hurricane, “Unsinkable: Voices from the Storm” gives viewers insight into what it was like for Texans affected by the storm.

templeparks.com

Historic Sixth Street, 501 Old Pecan St.

See a free arts festival in downtown Austin’s Sixth Street Historic District. This juried festival attracts hundreds of local and national artisans offering original handcrafted creations in a variety of mediums, from metal, wood, fiber, clay, leather, glass, and stone to repurposed materials of all kinds.

pecanstreetfestival.org

Anhalt Hall, 2390 Anhalt Road

Dance the night away at this western dance, where Jody Nix and The Texas Cowboys are playing a gig.

anhalthall.com

Louie’s Backyard, 2305 Laguna Blvd.

This year’s run follows the 6.2-mile (10K) course starting at the Port Isabel Community Center, continuing to the Queen Isabella Causeway, and ending in front of Louie’s Backyard on South Padre Island.

sopadre.com/events

Bill Weaver Arena, 101 Parkway Drive

Watch professional bull riders brave it all while trying to hold on tight for eight seconds on the back of a bucking, feisty bull. There is a special cattle drive parade down Main Street to usher in the event.

pbr.com

Washington County Expo , 1305 E. Blue Bell Road

At the “Oldest County Fair in Texas,” visitors can expect shows, rodeos, music, and fun entertainment for the whole family. There’s also a carnival, crafts, food, livestock, commercial exhibits, and other attractions.

washingtoncofair.com

Starlight Ranch Event Center, 1415 Sunrise Drive

Eli Young Band returns to Amarillo for an outdoor Saturday show. The group has always been unique in modern country music—a true band of brothers who play their own instruments, write their own songs, and cling fast to their Texas roots.

bigtexan.com/starlight-ranch-event-center

Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27

This chili cookoff and car and bike show also features a cornhole tournament, live and silent auctions, a bucket raffle, and other activities. The event supports K’STAR, an emergency children’s shelter and family counseling nonprofit organization.

kstarevent.org

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, 299 SH 332 West

Watch thumb-size hummers dart in and out of nectar-producing flowers like lantana, trumpet-vine, and honeysuckle and see them sip nectar from feeders hanging on tree limbs and building awnings. Watch as bird-banders weigh hummingbirds, take their measurements, and then clamp thin, number-coded bands to their legs. The event also includes activities for kids, nature-themed booths, and native plant sales.

gcbo.org

Freeport Historical Museum, 311 E. Park Ave.

Created to educate residents about Texas naval history, Texas Navy Day includes a program that provides information about the role of the navy in the Texas Revolution and other monumental moments and commemorates historic events with reenactors.

freeport.tx.us

Downtown

Come see antique tractors, stationary antique engines, and vintage trucks. The event includes a tractor parade, tractor slow race, working exhibits, a swap meet, and lots of unique awards.

facebook.com/jeffersonantiquetractorshow

Getzendaner Park, 400 S. Grand Ave.

At “the largest C10 gathering in the South,” visitors can check out more than 1,200 Chevy C10 and other General Motors trucks, live music, and then enjoy the Party on the Square in downtown Waxahachie.

c10sinthepark.com

Walker County Fairgrounds, 3925 SH 30 West

Held every September, this antique show features over 65 quality dealers from across the United States offering a wide array of antiques, including furniture, costume jewelry, coins, glassware, vintage boots for women, turquoise, linens, stoneware, sterling of all kinds, kitchen collectibles, books, and art. There’s something for everyone.

huntsvilleantiqueshow.com

H.E.A.R.T.S. Veterans Museum , 463 SH 75 North

H.E.A.R.T.S. Veterans Museum hosts this event to honor all veterans, active duty personnel, first responders, and corrections officers. The day is full of fun for the whole family and includes the 5K Ruck/Fun March and a motorcycle charity ride.

heartsmuseum.com

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

Iliza Shlesinger is an award-winning comedian and multihyphenate actor-writer-producer-author, selling out theaters around the globe.

texastrustcutheatre.com

EpicCentral, 2971 SH 161 South

Enjoy local vendors, art demostrations, a sculpture walk, and the premier of the Tejas Brothers new song.

epiccentral.com

Sherman Municipal Grounds, 405 N. Rusk St.

The city of Sherman hosts this 42nd annual fun-filled day for the whole family. Expect musical acts and other live performances on two stages; chalk art; the Kids’ Alley; food and beverage vendors; arts, crafts, and marketplace vendors; a woodcarving exhibit; youth and adult art shows; art history displays; and the Sherman Education Foundation 5K.

shermantx.org

The Bevy Hotel, 101 Herff Road

The Boerne Retailers’ Style Show and Shopping event kicked off in September 2019 to raise money for the Kendall County Women’s Shelter. Join the retailers for a night out that includes a runway fashion show, drinks, and shopping for upcoming trends that can be found in local shops.

boerneretailersstyleandshop.com

Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 N. Galloway Ave.

The Mesquite Symphony Orchestra opens its 2023-24 season with “Short Ride in America,” a concert featuring John Adams’ “Short Ride in a Fast Machine” and William Grant Still’s Afro-American Symphony.

mesquitesymphony.org

Broadway School Grounds, 200 Broadway Ave.

Shop arts and crafts, ceramics, dolls, needlework, jewelry, clothing, homemade goodies, and handcrafted items at the 50th annual festival. The event is one of many being showcased during Gladewater’s yearlong Sesquicentennial Celebration.

gladewaterartsandcrafts.com

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, 299 Hwy 332 W, Lake Jackson TX

https://www.gcbo.org/connect/xtreme-hummingbird-xtravaganza/

Old Town, Lewisville, Wayne Ferguson Plaza, 150 W. Church St., Old Town

https://www.VisitLewisville.com

Bill Weaver Arena, 101 Parkway Dr

http://VisitLewisville.com

Festival Concert Hall, 248 Jaster Road

https://tinyurl.com/yjmbxp9b

Meadows Museum, 5900 Bishop Blvd.

This year marks the centennial of the death of the celebrated Spanish painter Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida (1863–1923). In honor of this important anniversary, the Spanish government has declared 2023 the “year of Sorolla.” The exhibition at the Meadows Museum comprises 25 compelling and rarely seen paintings from private collections in the United States, many of which are on view in a public museum for the first time.

meadowsmuseumdallas.org/exhibitions/sorolla-in-american-collections

Old Blanco Courthouse, 300 Main St.

Shop from about 80 vendors offering homemade crafts, apparel, home decor, plants, baked goods, art, embroidery and crocheted items, and jewelry. Food vendors are on site, and live music fills the air. Admission is free.

historicblanco.org/market-day

Various locations

The Austin Museum Partnership presents the annual Austin Museum Day, a free citywide celebration of art, culture, history, music, nature, and science. More than 30 museums in the greater Austin area welcome visitors with special programming, including guided exhibition tours and hands-on activities for visitors of all ages.

austinmuseums.org

Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historic Site, 199 Park Road 52

Celebrate the life and legacy of Lady Bird Johnson by planting wildflower seeds at LBJ State Park. Seeds are provided for you to do the stomping. Learn about flowers, help reseed the fields, and buy some wildflower seeds in the park store to take home. There are arts and crafts activities for kids.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lyndon-b-johnson

UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3240 Old Glory Pkwy

https://cowancenter.org/

Rudder Tower, 401 Joe Routt Blvd.

Broadway’s “Come From Away” is a Best Musical winner all across North America. This show takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships.

opastickets.org

Various locations

The Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM) hosts an annual, citywide benefit to raise support for local musicians. For one day, hundreds of local music showcases and concerts take place, featuring many of your favorite local musicians.

myhaam.org/haam-day

Isla Grand Beach Resort, 500 Padre Blvd.

The International Surf Rescue Challenge continues the 90-year tradition of international surf lifesaving competition between countries worldwide. Events test the skills surf lifesavers use every day to help rescue swimmers on coastlines around the world.

sopadre.com/events

Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St.

Tuesdays through Saturdays, visitors can experience three different art exhibits. This round of exhibits includes “Art in Glass” by Patrick McDaniel and the “Kerrville Art Club Member Show” featuring works by local artists and an art sale.

kacckerrville.com

River Oaks Country Club, 1600 River Oaks Blvd,

https://missionofyahweh.home.qtego.us/

Various locations, 706 Pine St.

Four days and nights of live music features 40 shows by artists in a variety of genres at venues across the charming Central Texas community of Bastrop. Venues include 602 Brewing Company, Astro Record Store, Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market, Bastrop Beer Company, Copper Shot Distillery, The Grace Miller, Kerr Community Center, Neighbor’s Kitchen and Yard, Old Town Restaurant and Bar, and Sugar Shack.

bastropmusicfestival.com

Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave.

Henry Cho is an American stand-up comedian. Cho is notable for being one of the only Asian acts to appear regularly on the Grand Ole Opry.

corsicanapalace.com

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, 1120 S. Lamar Blvd.

Fantastic Fest is the largest genre film festival in the U.S., specializing in horror, fantasy, sci-fi, action, and just plain fantastic movies from around the world.

fantasticfest.com

H-E-B Center at Cedar Park , 2100 Avenue of the Stars

The Dallas Stars, Texas’ professional hockey team, holds training camp before the season starts. Watch your favorite players hit the ice, and then catch a preseason game against the Arizona Coyotes on Sunday.

hebcenter.com/events/detail/dallas-stars-training-camp-1

Trinity Park, 2401 University Drive

This Munich-style celebration of German culture includes the best in German food, beer, and entertainment. Thursday’s ceremonial “Tapping of the Kegs” kicks off the fun and the festival continues through Saturday with carnival rides, dachshund races, Siegi’s Sausage Brat Eating Contest, bier barrel rolling, stein hoist competitions, the Oktoberfest Run und Ride and entertainment that includes German polka and party bands on multiple stages. The entrance is on Farmhouse Way near the Van Zandt Cottage across the street from Farrington Field.

fortworthoktoberfest.com

Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts , 500 S. Buchanan St.

Get ready to swing to the rockabilly, Tex-Mex, and neotraditional country stylings of the Mavericks. The Grammy Award-winning innovators fuse their Latino roots with a vintage country flair that culminates in a sound that’s diverse yet distinctively theirs.

amarillociviccenter.com

S.A.L.E. Rodeo Arena, US 90 East

See the Sul Ross State University rodeo team’s world-ranking performers at the birthplace of college rodeo.

sulross.edu/rodeo

Bandera Beverage Barn, 1407 SH 16 North

Bring your guitar to play along, or simply come to listen. Pickers who play cowboy, Texas, or Western swing music are welcome to sit in.

banderacowboycapital.com

Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve, 5901 Los Rios Blvd.

This weekend event offers something for everyone: entertainment on the Main Stage, special kids’ activities, sky divers, a variety of foods, merchandise and handmade products, and, of course, hot air balloons.

planoballoonfest.org

Wortham Theater Center 501 Texas Ave, Houston, TX, Wortham Theater Center

https://www.houstonballet.org/seasontickets/pdps/2023-2024/tutu/

Wortham Theater Center , Wortham Theater Center

https://www.houstonballet.org/seasontickets/pdps/2023-2024/tutu/

Bastrop Opera House, 711 Spring St.

Based on Roald Dahl’s classic children’s story and the subsequent film adaptations, “Willy Wonka” follows the enigmatic candy manufacturer as he stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Whomever comes up with these tickets wins a free tour of the Wonka factory, as well as a lifetime supply of candy.

bastropoperahouse.org

First Baptist ROC, 115 Putman St.

More than 160 quilts are on display at the 22nd annual show. Vendors are present for shopping and there are door prizes for patrons.

sulphurspringstxquilts.com

Glen Rose Historic Courthouse Square, 100 NE Barnard St.

Sip Texas wines while seeing live art demonstrations around the square. There’s live music, vendors, and children’s activities as well.

glenrosewineandartfestival.org

Holy Family Catholic Church, 704 Mallette Drive

Presented by the Victoria Quilt Guild, this two-day show features a beautiful quilt display, vendors, demonstrations, and a scrap drive. Food is available for purchase.

quiltguildvictoria.org

The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.

Veteran of the music industry, Phil Hurley has played the Bugle Boy many times as part of two different popular bands (Stonehoney and South Austin Moonlighters). This time, he headlines in the converted WWII Army barracks theater and listening room.

thebugleboy.org/tickets

Santa Fe Park, 604 Santa Fe Road

Test your cooking skills with cookoff competitions in salsa, beans, chili, chicken, ribs, brisket, jalapeño poppers, margaritas, and baked goods. Food trucks are on site, and patrons can partake in the cornhole tournament or shop from vendors. Children’s activities are available for kids. On Friday and Saturday nights, dance to music from Jase Martin.

Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd.

Comedian Eliot Chang has been seen on his own Comedy Central special, “Chelsea Lately,” Showtime, and has received millions of views on YouTube. Originally from New York City and now based in Los Angeles, he has toured in almost every state in America and parts of Europe and Asia. This comedian is also an actor and improviser. He studied improv in New York at the Upright Citizens Brigade and then with Armando Diaz at the Magnet Theater.

irvingartscenter.com

The Chambers Theatre, 121 Main St.

Charles Schulz’s beloved comic comes to life in Clark Gesner’s musical “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.” The whole gang is here: bossy Lucy is hopelessly in love with piano prodigy Schroeder, who doesn’t give her the time of day; perfectionist Sally is still mocking blanket-toting Linus; Snoopy is in the doghouse; and “blockhead” himself, Charlie Brown, is in rare form.

chamberstheatre.com

Downtown McKinney, 111 N. Tennessee

Put on your lederhosen and join along for a full weekend of German-themed fun in downtown McKinney. Enjoy the tradition of authentic German food, domestic and imported beer, live music, and games.

visitmckinney.com/oktoberfest

Shrine Auditorium , 901 Loop 1604 North

The Greater San Antonio Quilt Guild invites all lovers of art, creativity, and history to its upcoming quilt show, themed “Weathering the Storms Together.” See 200 judged quilts, purchase raffle tickets for a queen-size storm-at-sea quilt, bid in a silent auction for finished quilts, and shop from numerous vendors offering textile products and at a boutique full of handmade gift items. The show is a family event, with a hunt-and-seek activity for kids to learn about the history of quilting.

sanantonioquilt.org

Saengerfest Park, 23rd and Strand streets

The Galveston Island Shrimp Festival features the freshest Gulf shrimp, plus live music, activities for children, a boat show, the Shrimp Gumbo Cookoff, the Shrimp Scamper 5K Fun Run, and cocktail contests for adults.

galvestonislandshrimpfestival.com

Old Town Theatre, 1023 12th St.

When Texas Playboys frontman Jason Roberts steps onto a stage with his fiddle and utters his first “ah-ha” of the evening, Western swing fans know they’re seeing and hearing nothing less than the living embodiment of a tradition that stretches all the way back to 1933.

oldtowntheatre-huntsville.org

Asia Times Sqaure, 2625 W. Pioneer Parkway

This outdoor event for families is also known as the “Moon Festival” or “Mooncake Festival,” a traditional Asian celebration held on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month.

asiatimessquare.com

Old Town Palestine, 215 E. Crawford St.

This bike race offers three distances (35, 70, and 105 miles) along rural roads and paved ones near towns. The longer the ride, the more dirt and gravel riders encounter. All rides are loops with varied terrain, so you have constantly changing scenery and challenges. Whether you’re new to gravel riding or a competitive racer, the Camino Gravel Challenge has an enjoyable option for everyone.

thecamino205.com/registration

Southfork Ranch, 3700 Hogge Drive

Third Monday Trade Days is a monthly event featuring over 300 different booths. Local artisans sell and show their handcrafted goods including jewelry, furniture, candles, and charcuterie boards. Plus, there are food vendors, antique sellers, axe throwing, blacksmiths, a psychic, and fun entertainment.

visitplano.com

Menil Drawing Institute, 1412 W. Main St.

“Wall Drawing Series: Marc Bauer” is the fifth installment in the Menil Collection’s Wall Drawing Series, which began in 2018 as part of the institute’s commitment to seeking new approaches to the form and language of drawing.

menil.org

Will Rogers Memorial Center, 3401 W Lancaster Ave.

https://tx.pinnersconference.com

showcasing our thriving culinary industry

Will Rogers Memorial Center, 3401 W Lancaster Ave.

https://tx.pinnersconference.com

Curtis Culwell Center, 4999 Naaman Forest Blvd.

https://www.sidsriramtourusa.com/

The Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre, 111 W. Main St.

Sing along with instantly recognizable hits such as “Close To You” by The Carpenters, ABBA’s “Dancing Queen,” “California Dreaming” by The Mamas and the Papas, and The 5th Dimension’s “Up, Up, and Away.” Enjoy nonstop hits, colorful costumes, flawless choreography, and informative and humorous banter.

thebarnhillcenter.com/events

Tyler State Park , 789 Park Road 16

Diverse, single-track trails take you on an adventure through dense forests of 100-foot-tall pines in Tyler State Park. Be sure to watch your footing as you travel through rolling hills and across snaking tree roots with dense pine needle coverage. This race is an extremely underestimated challenge with the humidity, elevation, and technicality of the trails. Post race, you’re rewarded with a 64-acre, spring-fed lake that you can take a refreshing swim in while you rest and recover. Distance options are 5K, 10K, 25K, 50K, and 100K.

ultraexpeditions.com/piney-woods-ultra

Medina Community Library, 13948 SH 16 North

Medina Quilters host their 12th annual QuiltFest, which showcases around 50 beautiful quilts. There’s also activities and contests.

medinacommunitylibrary.us

Downtown , 111 W. San Antonio St.

This seventh annual event features a mermaid promenade and parade and street fair. With over 100 entries in recent years, the annual Downtown Mermaid Promenade is a new tradition celebrating the city’s artistic and river communities. Local pubs and restaurants join the fun with watch parties and specials. The Downtown Street Faire follows the parade. Families can enjoy this community festival of art, live music, food, and fun.

mermaidsocietysmtx.com

Lakehills Community Center, 11225 Park Road 37

The 42nd annual festival rolls out the good times by bringing food, music, and Cajun culture to Texas Hill Country. Two stages rock with Cajun and zydeco music, while the smell of home-cooked Cajun food floats through the air. A gumbo cookoff is held, and remains the hub of the event. An arts and crafts fair and games for kids round out the festival.

cajunfestival-medinalake.com

Davis Gallery and Framing, 837 W. 12th St.

Indulge in the beauty of art, enjoy a drink, and chat with fellow art lovers at Davis Gallery and Framing’s new autumn exhibition featuring Darden Smith. Smith’s work encompasses songs, photography, drawing, illustration, video, printmaking, essays, and performances. His music is rooted in Texas songwriting traditions, and as such, the power of story, rhythm, and a sense of place is prevalent in all his work.

davisgalleryaustin.com/show/davis-gallery-darden-smith

Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave.

The “Singer’s Singer” performs with his masterful, classic country music. Gene Watson and his powerful voice, with multi-octave range, is a show to remember. He is most famous for his 1975 hit “Love in the Hot Afternoon,” his 1981 No. 1 hit “Fourteen Carat Mind,” and his signature 1979 song “Farewell Party.”

corsicanapalace.com

Sutton County Park and Pavilion, 1600 N. Crockett St.

Initially designed to be a street dance in downtown Sonora, the Dry Devil’s River Music Flood has grown into a monster music festival with top performers such as Chris Knight, Parker McCollum, and the Dirty River Boys. This year’s lineup features Dylan Gully, the Damn Torpedoes, Slade Coulter, and Treaty Oak Revival. Food and craft vendors plus kids’ entertainment are also part of the fun.

sonoratexas.org

Valley Ridge Park, 2850 Park Ridge Drive

The second annual LatinFest is a family-friendly event with food, fun, entertainment, and even hiring opportunities from local businesses. Put your vote in for the best hot sauce in the area during the LatinFest Hot Sauce Contest. Performances by Shakira, Jennifer Lopez, and Pitbull tribute bands keep everyone dancing the night away.

visitcedarhilltx.com

The Green Barn , 839 E. Commerce St.

Santa invites children out for a festive morning before the holiday season starts. Kids can write a letter to Santa, visit with him, eat a pancake breakfast, and play along with crafts and face painting.

fairfieldtexaschamber.com

Downtown Garland, 520 W. State St.

Underachievers unite for a 0.5K race on the downtown Garland square. That is no typo: this is a 0.5K race, which is only 546 yards, 500 meters, or 1,638 feet. Join fellow racers for an evening of Oktoberfest themed racing, games, food, and of course, live music.

visitgarlandtx.com/guzzler

The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.

Grace Pettis’ voice is both powerful and beautiful, and she uses it like a fine arts painter to color and craft her songs. Pettis’ songs have been recorded by many esteemed artists including Sara Hickman and Ruthie Foster.

thebugleboy.org/tickets

Trail de Paris, 2025 S. Collegiate Drive

The Paris Pair includes races in both the morning and evening with 5K, 19K, half marathon, marathon and ultra distances. Start and finish your races next to the iconic Paris, Texas Eiffel Tower and run the North East Texas Trail east of Paris.

blazetrails.com

Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce, 205 SH 281

Taste your way through several wineries and bars in the area. Enjoy breathtaking views, learn more about wine and beer, and of course, sample award-winning wine, beer, and spirits while enjoying exclusive specials and giveaways. Guests travel in a chartered bus and receive a goodie bag, food, and tastings.

lampasaschamber.org

The Water Works at Buffalo Bayou Park, 105 Sabine St.

Celebrate Turkish culture with entertainment featuring performances from local and international artists such as Yeni Turku, a globally-renowned Turkish band, and Tuana, a dance troupe that has performed in 45 countries. The festival hosts a wide variety of arts and crafts, a market with local vendors, Turkish food, beer and wine, Turkish coffee, and a dedicated children’s area. The World Pavilion showcases booths from other cultural organizations in the Houston area. Approximately 10,000 visitors are expected during the two-day event.

houstonturkishfest.com

Lanes Chapel Church, 8720 Old Jacksonville Hwy.

Come see one of the largest pumpkin patches in East Texas. The annual pumpkin patch showcases thousands of pumpkins and gourds. While shopping for pumpkins, enjoy free family activities including games, face painting, train rides, and family photos. All proceeds benefit Lanes Chapel ministries.

laneschapel.com

Blanco County Courthouse Square, 101 E. Pecan Drive

Held the fourth weekend of the month, this open-air market features vendors and artisans selling handmade or locally produced products in the heart of Texas wine country.

johnsoncitytexas.info

Bonham Visitors Center, 327 N. Main St.

Bonham was on the original route of the historic Jefferson Highway and the the birth of tourism from Canada to New Orleans. History buffs and antique car enthusiasts are invited to take part in a guided driving caravan along the route, special events, and the dedication of new signage for the historic route.

cityofbonham.org/266/upcoming-events-calendar

Sam Rayburn House State Historic Site, 890 SH 56 West

Sam Rayburn, the longest serving Speaker of the House in U.S. history, wrote that he had faith that his home would be used “for service to people, especially young people and those interested in agriculture.” The Sam Rayburn House State Historic Site devotes one special day a year to remind the community not only about Mr. Sam and his family, but about the importance of farming and agriculture in their everyday lives.

cityofbonham.org

Roy V. Floyd Community Center, 1100 W. Fifth St.

Benefiting the Fannin County Children’s Center, the Bois d’Arc Festival is hosting Grammy Award-winning country band Shenandoah this year. Fun includes a cornhole tournament, shopping, fajitas, and margaritas.

cityofbonham.org/169/visitor-center

South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd.

Participate in a fitness competition and come together to celebrate life and a healthy lifestyle.

sopadre.com/events

Leo J. Welder Center for the Performing Arts, 214 N. Main St.

Victoria Ballet Theatre opens its 40th season with the annual autumn performance, “Fall for Dance.” The dance concert features a mixed repertory of classical and contemporary pieces highlighting the talent of the company.

victoriaballet.org

Starlight Ranch Event Center, 1415 Sunrise Drive

After years of hot-trotting across their native Texas, the country outfit is primed to break out with the release of their third full-length album, the sonically sprawling and wistfully written “Welcome to Countryland.”

bigtexan.com/starlight-ranch-event-center

Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive

Started in 2011, Kerrville Tri was founded with the idea of bringing out the beauty and welcoming nature of the Texas Hill Country. Since then, thousands of participants have crossed the finish line to collect their medals. Famed for its 70.3-mile distance triathlon on Sunday, the weekend also offers seven other events including rookie and sprint distance races on Saturday and a quarter distance on Sunday.

kerrvilletri.com

Hill Country Arts Foundation, 120 Point Theatre Road

Founded in 1972, the Texas State Arts and Crafts Fair is the official arts and crafts fair of the Lone Star State. Enjoy two days of juried art, gourmet food, craft beer, live music, activities, and art demonstrations for all ages.

hcaf.com

Sea Center Texas, 302 Medical Drive

Pack your sunscreen, hat, lawn chair, and fishing gear for a couple of hours of catch-and-release fishing. Bring your own equipment and bait; barbless hooks only.

tpwd.texas.gov/fishing/sea-center-texas

Stahlman Park, 2211 Bluewater Highway

Keep Texas beaches clean by volunteering to pick up trash and other discarded items along the shore. Dress for the weather and bring along some water. Cleanup supplies are provided.

brazoriacountyparks.org

Downtown , 1203 University Ave

Touch-a-Truck gives kids the opportunity to climb on, learn about, and discover their favorite big trucks and vehicles such as police vehicles, construction trucks, and fire trucks. Drivers and operators are on hand to educate the public, assist in demonstrations, pose for photographs, and answer any questions.

huntsvillemainstreet.com

Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark, 2970 Epic Place

Flowapalooza is a three-day festival presented by Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark. Enjoy family-friendly fun with arts and crafts booths, local food trucks, live music, and activities for all ages. Watch flowboarders from around the world compete in the Flow Tour World Championships, and cap your night off with live music on the main stage.

epicwatersgp.com

Pecan Grove Park West, 3200 Canyon Creek Drive

Savor the taste and sound of true red dirt. Headlining this year is Stoney Larue. Other performers include Amber Ragland, Don Stalling and the Divided, and Jared Mitchell Band.

shermanparks.com

Palestine High School Auditorium, 1600 Loop 256

Be entertained at this Branson-style show that features classic country music and family-friendly comedy.

visitpalestine.com

The AgriCultural Museum and Arts Center, 102 City Park Road

Sample from over 30 of the best craft breweries in Texas and beyond. Boerne BierFest also serves up great food, live music including headliner Gary P. Nunn, traditional feats of strength, art displays, and a live auction. Participate in the annual Maskrugstemmen (beer stein-holding competition) or try your hand at the keg toss.

boernebierfest.com

Lakehills Community Center, 11225 Park Road 37

This festival serves up Cajun and zydeco music, a gumbo cookoff, homemade Cajun food, arts and crafts, a silent auction and kids’ activities.

cajunfestival-medinalake.com

Dark Hour Haunted House, 701 Taylor Drive

Dark Hour is a state-of-the-art haunted attraction located in Plano. This year, the venue launches its newest show, “Dead By Dark Hour.” This survival-themed haunted attraction transports guests into the world of 1980s-style slasher films, where they must outwit, outrun, and outlast the Slashers stalking the halls. With immersive sets, high levels of interactivity, and a need to keep moving, this show is not for the faint of heart.

darkhourhauntedhouse.com

Granbury Square, 100 E. Pearl St.

At this kickoff to the Halloween season, experience ghost hunters and activities themed around horror, sci-fi, cosplay, and fantasy. See special celebrity guest Ken Sagoes from the “A Nightmare on Elm Street” movies.

spookyspectacle.com

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park, 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive (FM 2062)

Bentsen Outdoor Skills Showcase is focused on providing local families and beginners with the competency and expertise to master the outdoors. This day-long event features activities and exhibitors showcasing the many outdoor offerings Bentsen offers including hiking, biking, and nature viewing. Activities are staggered throughout the event concluding with a final program after dark.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/bentsen-rio-grande-valley

Seminole Canyon State Park and Historic Site, 34 Park Road 67

Bring your friends, family, and a picnic lunch to learn about the local history and connect with nature. The event includes local organizations with educational booths, fun activities, and living historians (you never know who you might meet).

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/seminole-canyon

Fort Boggy State Park, 4994 SH 75 South

Celebrate Texas State Parks at this event featuring various night activities and games including astronomy and light painting.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/fort-boggy

Ao5 Gallery, 10000 Research Blvd, Ste 118

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-many-licks-with-artists-peter-and-madeline-powell-tickets-662612059507?aff=oddtdtcreator

Comanche City Park, 1200 Comanche Trails

This heritage festival, marking its 42nd year, hosts craft and food vendors, live entertainment, children’s activities, photography and art contests, a vintage car show, a tractor and engine show, and the annual Barnie McBee Barbecue Cookoff.

comanchechamber.org/pow-wow

Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead, 419 Founders Park Road

It’s the third and final year of this beloved fall festival. The event takes place over six uniquely themed weekends, with the official grand opening Sept. 23-24. Festival attendees can enjoy seasonal food and beverages from 17 local vendors, over 50 fall-inspired games, activities and attractions spanning the grounds, and headlining performances by Henry Invisible and other live music artists.

drippingspringspumpkinfestival.com

The Old Lumberyard, 1705 W. Industrial Ave.

The “best little fest in Texas” is back for the 11th year. An original American music fest, Tall City Blues Fest is where you can hear new music in a range of blues styles. The fest takes place at the Old Lumberyard, an abandoned lumberyard that has been repurposed and revamped with a juke joint vibe. It is situated on the same property as The Destination.

tallcitybluesfest.com

Abilene Convention Center, 1100 N 6th St

https://abiphil.com/shows/from-darkness-to-light/

Hawaiian Waters, 4400 Paige Road

You and your four-legged friend are invited to a tropical getaway at Hawaiian Falls Waterpark. Dive in with your hot dog and enjoy doggie swims, contests, games, and prizes. A portion of the proceeds benefit The Colony Animal Shelter Injured Animal Fund. Limit two dogs per owner.

visitthecolonytx.com/calendar.aspx

Victoria Community Center, 2905 E. North St.

This festival features live polka music and dancing, traditional arts and crafts, Czech foods, face painting, and games.

victoriaczechs.org

Ellis County Rural Heritage Farm, 130 Cunningham Meadows Road

Get a taste of farm life with outdoor games, farm animals, farm vendors, hayrides, and living history activities celebrating late 19th and early 20th century farm life. There’s free admission, activities, and snacks.

ruralheritagefarm.org

St Pauls Lutheran Church Picnic Grounds, Farm-to-Market Road 2239 and County Road 212

Celebrate Wendish heritage and culture at the Texas Wendish Festival in Serbin, located 6 miles from Giddings. The day begins with services at St Paul’s Lutheran Church, a historic painted church, then continues with food, kid-friendly activities, and cultural demonstrations. See Wendish noodle making, sausage making, and the authentic painting of traditional Wendish Easter eggs.

texaswendish.org

Kalahari Resorts and Conventions Round Rock, 3001 Kalahari Blvd.

Set out on a culinary adventure with tasty bites from each of Kalahari’s dining outlets. Sip on beverages from some of Austin’s top brands, and enjoy an experience with Texas’ Michelin-starred chef and “Top Chef” alum, John Tesar.

kalahariresorts.com/texas/things-to-do/experiences/food-and-wine-festival

Jim’s Pier, 211 W. Swordfish St.

The South Padre Island Triathlon offers a course for the seasoned veteran or the first-timer. With both Olympic and sprint distance courses, there’s something for everyone. After an open-water swim, athletes head into the transition, hosted by Parrot Eyes, and head north for the bike course up the South Padre Island strip. Olympic participants do two bike loops. After the scenic bike course, participants head south on the strip for the run portion that loops back to Parrot Eyes. The transition area location is readily accessible for friends and family, making it easy for them to cheer on their favorite triathletes and loved ones.

sopadre.com/events

Frontier Times Museum, 510 13th St.

On the fourth Sunday of each month, the Frontier Times Museum hosts this afternoon jamboree with live music, storytelling, and fun for all ages.

frontiertimesmuseum.org

Mansfield Park Arena, 2886 SH 16 North

See barrel racing presented by Riding on Faith at Mansfield Park. Watch as the talented youth show the adults how it’s done.

facebook.com/ridingonfaithrodeoseries

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Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

Los Fabulosos Cadillacs are Argentina’s most uplifting musical export. Formed in 1985, the group performs an irreverent and humorous mix of rock, ska, jazz, folk, reggae, funk, and big band brass.

texastrustcutheatre.com

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

Medium Tyler Henry is the star of the Netflix series “Life After Death with Tyler Henry” and E! Entertainment’s mega-hit television show “Hollywood Medium with Tyler Henry.” He continues to be Hollywood’s most sought-after medium as seen through his readings of celebrities and non-celebrities alike.

texastrustcutheatre.com

The Curtain Theatre, 7400 Coldwater Canyon Drive

The Baron’s Men, a nonprofit community theater that performs historically accurate plays, presents “Twelfth Night,” Shakespeare’s romantic comedy about grief, mistaken identity, and finding love. This wild romp is dotted with musical interludes, cross-dressing, cross-gartering, and features some of the Bard’s most memorable characters. The Curtain Theatre is an outdoor Elizabethan-style theater located on the shores of Lake Austin.

thebaronsmen.org/season/twelfth-night

UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3240 Old Glory Pkwy

https://cowancenter.org/

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

Multiplatinum, award-winning singer, songwriter, actress, and activist Becky G has four Latin Grammy nominations, four No. 1 hits on the “Billboard” Latin Airplay Charts (“Mayores, “Sin Pijama,”“MAMIII,” and “BAILÉ CON MI EX“), and her debut album, “Mala Santa” (out in 2019), is certified eight times platinum in the United States.

texastrustcutheatre.com

Dora Lee Langdon Center, 308 E. Bridge St.

Brian Clowdus Experiences presents this spooky immersive theatrical show right in time for Halloween. Lose your mind with Poe as he enters his final days in an insane asylum where nurses transform into Ravens in “The Edgar Allan Poe Experience.”

brianclowdus.com

El Cosmico, 802 S. Highland Ave

https://elcosmico.com/event/trans-pecos-festival-of-music-love-2023-ticket-announcement/

WL Moody Reunion Fairgrounds , 839 E. Commerce

Organized by the Golden Circle Special Needs Association, all money raised goes to support people with special needs in the areas of Freestone, Limestone, Navarro, Anderson, and Leon counties. The cookoff features a state championship Lone Star Barbecue Society-sanctioned competition in chicken, brisket, and pork spare ribs. There is also the Cook’s Choice and Beans Jackpot categories, as well as the popular Kids’ Cookoff Challenge. Anyone can enter the competition, and there are family-friendly activities to enjoy as well.

bigtmemorial.com

Robinson Park, 123 Robinson Park Drive

Two full days of music include ten bands on a special concert stage along the Llano River. Vendors sell food and drinks, and there’s space for RV campers for the weekend. Additional activities include a rodeo, washer pitching, and vendors at the Expo Center showcasing hunting and fishing products.

llanotexasmusicfestival.com

Giddings Public Library and Cultural Center, 276 N. Orange St.

Giddings salutes Texas authors with a two-day book festival at the Giddings Public Library and Cultural Center. Visit with selected Texas authors, see their works, and purchase an autographed copy. Find a wide range of book genres including: murder mystery, fantasy, science fiction, cookbooks, self-help books, junior fiction, and picture books. Many local schools bring students to meet the authors, learn about the writing process, and inspire them to love reading and writing.

sites.google.com/site/txwordwrangler/home-texas-word-wrangler-book-festival

Wayne Ferguson Plaza, Old Town, 150 W. Church St.

Held each year in Old Town Lewisville, the Western Days Festival celebrates Western culture with live music on multiple stages, demonstrations of Western heritage, kids activities, and the World Tamale Eating Championship. There is free parking and complimentary remote shuttle parking.

lewisvillewesterndays.com

The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.

Award winning, multi-instrumentalist singer/songwriter Guy Forsyth returns to the Bugle Boy listening room with his blues and rock tunes.

thebugleboy.org/tickets

Hill Country Community Theatre, 4003 W. Ranch Road 2147

Hill Country Community Theatre presents the Broadway musical by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” and “Beauty And The Beast”). Meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names “Audrey II”—after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down-and-out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it blood. Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II’s out-of-this-world origins and intent toward global domination.

thehcct.org

Elta Joyce Murphey Performance Hall, 72 W. College Ave.

Revolution Film Festival is a hidden gem that showcases independent films from all over the country. Despite being relatively new, the festival has continually grown in popularity over the years and has attracted filmmakers, actors, and cinema enthusiasts to San Angelo. Past festivals have featured panel discussions, a special showing of the beloved film “Urban Cowboy,” and even special guest actors from the movie.

sanangelorevolution.com

H-E-B Center at Cedar Park , 2100 Avenue of the Stars

Following the wildly successful Papi Juancho Maluma World Tour 2022, which boasted sold-out shows across the U.S., Europe, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East, global Latin music idol, Maluma, is proud to announce the U.S. leg of his Don Juan World Tour, which includes a stop at H-E-B Center.

hebcenter.com/events/detail/maluma

The Wichita Theatre , 919 Indiana Ave.

“Into the Woods” takes center stage at the historic Wichita Theatre, enchanting audiences with its imaginative blend of classic fairy tales, poignant storytelling, and a captivating score. This production weaves together the whimsical and the profound, leaving spectators both entertained and touched by the magic of the woods.

wichitatheatre.com

Screams Halloween Theme Park, 2511 Farm-to-Market Road 66

The world’s largest Halloween theme park comes complete with major attractions that you can tour as many times as you would like, scores of professional actors, activities, food and drink options, and games.

screamspark.com

The Menil Collection, 1533 Sul Ross St.

This exhibition presents the innovative art made by the Greek-born artist Chryssa (1933–2013) while she was living in New York City from the late 1950s to the early 1970s. Renowned for her adoption of industrial process, found commercial materials, and early work with neon light, she stands at the forefront of American art in the wake of World War II.

menil.org/chryssa

Mesquite Convention Center, 1527 N. Galloway Ave.

The premier Japanese anime and pop culture conference in Dallas-Fort Worth offers a fun-filled weekend of anime, cosplay, and entertainment.

animenorthtexas.com

Fair Park, 3921 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

At 24 consecutive days, the State Fair of Texas is the longest-running fair in the nation, as well as one of the largest. The fair celebrates all things Texas with daily attractions and activities including the Texas Auto Show, musical stages of Texas music, a nightly starlight parade, and Big Tex there to greet visitors from near and far.

bigtex.com

Paradise Main Street Festival, 214 Main St.

At the 17th annual Paradise Main Street Festival, visitors can enjoy shopping from vendors, live entertainment, classic car and antique tractor shows, a quilt show, raffles, and food. The event is sponsored by the Paradise Historical Society and also has a blood drive.

paradisehistoricalsociety.org

Whitehead Memorial Museum , 1308 S. Main St.

Modeled after the annual Oktoberfest in Germany, Del Rio’s event brings the fun with music, food, and dancing.

whiteheadmuseum.org

Winnsboro Center for the Arts, 200 Market St

Winnsboro Center for the Arts presents two music and poetry concerts featuring award-winning entertainers Dom Flemons, Andy Hedges, Pipp Gillette, Kristyn Harris, Teresa Burleson, and Jay Snider. The shows are reminiscent of old cowboy storytelling that used to take place around a campfire during cattle drives. The performers tell stories, recite poetry, sing, and play instruments. Time is allowed in between concerts for guests to get dinner, browse shops, and enjoy a Western-themed art exhibition, “Cowboy Tales.” Other cowboy-themed activities take place throughout the day.

winnsborocenterforthearts.com

The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.

The Cari Hutson Trio returns to the Bugle Boy stage. With a range of styles from soulful blues to pop and rock, Cari Hutson is a force of nature. The Bugle Boy is an intimate listening room theater in converted WWII Army barracks originally from Camp Swift.

thebugleboy.org/tickets

C. David Campbell Field, 9000 Navarro Road

The “best little airshow in Texas” flies back into Corsicana. Take a step back in time as you enjoy a close-up look at vintage military aircraft, meet their pilots, and watch them once again take to the skies for thrilling aerobatic demonstrations during this high-flying day out.

visitcorsicana.com

Houston Botanic Garden, 1 Botanic Lane

Open Dance Project presents the site-specific work “Flutter: The Monarch Butterfly Project,” which brings a theatrical approach outdoors where the company takes on the natural phenomenon of the monarch migration with its signature athleticism and poignant wit. Using gestures and movement patterns inspired by monarch butterflies, an ensemble of quirky characters and personalities that seem at once totally human yet also completely butterfly beckon and entice viewers to follow them on mini-migrations through the garden.

hbg.org/flutter

Chappell Hill Luxury RV Resort, 7791 FM 2447, Chappell Hill, Texas 77426

Kayak Fun Run, 230 County Road 285 (Socha Road)

The Kayak Fun Run is a leisurely paddle down Caney Creek that benefits the Sargent Branch Library and is for kayakers of any level of experience: from athletic go-getters to arm-chair paddlers.

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Downtown

Each year, muralists from around the country contribute new murals to downtown Amarillo as part of an urban beautification project. Once the murals are complete, there’s a celebration featuring a variety of music artists.

hoodoomural.com

Getzendaner Park, 400 S. Grand Ave.

The Chautauqua Preservation Society hosts this annual event featuring readings by cowboy poets, Western music, a chuckwagon breakfast, and other festivities. The event is held in the historic 1902 Chautauqua Auditorium.

waxahachiechautauqua.org

Old Town Theatre, 1023 12th St.

See the ultimate Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band. The Dallas brotherhood of longtime musicians recreates the timeless Skynyrd songs ingrained in the American consciousness, including “Sweet Home Alabama,” “Gimme Three Steps,” “Tuesday’s Gone,” and “Free Bird.”

oldtowntheatre-huntsville.org

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

The two Latin music artists are co-headliners on their “El Yaki” tour, bringing all their hits and decades of showmanship to the stage.

texastrustcutheatre.com

Cibolo Center for Conservation, 140 City Park Road

Moondance is a longstanding, beloved tradition at the Cibolo Center for Conservation. Grab your lawn chairs, coolers, and friends, and come enjoy live music from local bands under the oak trees.

cibolo.org

Haggard Park, 901 E. 15th St.

This festival is an annual family-oriented, fundraising event designed to bring the community and visitors together. Festival activities include vendor booths, a kids’ zone, entertainment, a DJ, dancing, giveaways, food trucks, beverages for all ages, and a VIP room.

northtexaspride.com

Plano Event Center, 2000 E. Spring Creek Parkway

All aboard! The North Texas Council of Railroad Clubs organizes two train shows each year in Plano. The shows give model train enthusiasts young and old the opportunity to see a variety of layouts, shop from vendors, learn through clinics, and ask expert builder questions.

dfwtrainshows.com

Lake Granbury Conference Center, 621 E. Pearl St.

Radio station 92.1 Hank-FM hosts this full day of live music, shopping, fun, and sun. The Conference Center is chock-full of trade show vendors and food trucks, and the live entertainment is lake-tastic with the setting sun on beautiful Lake Granbury.

visitgranbury.com

Choke Canyon State Park, 358 Recreation Road 8

At the Park Fun Day, enjoy fishing, archery, kayaking, and basketball for all ages. Take a break at the food trucks. The Gator Fun Run is a 3K is for all ages. All participants who register by Aug. 30 receive a free T-shirt and participation medal. The run begins at the gymnasium and takes runners through the park, along wildlife-abundant roads, and through the lantana-filled trails.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/choke-canyon

Bonham State Park, 1363 State Park 24

Celebrate 100 years of Texas State Parks by visiting various natural and cultural table talks and activities for all to enjoy, ranging from fossils to the Bois d’Arc Trail Civilian Conservation Corps hike to backyard bass.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/bonham

Heritage Park, 424 Moody Street

https://mason.ploud.net/old-yeller-day

Eastland Square, 100 W. Main St.

RipFest is an ode to Old Rip, the famous horned toad that was buried with a time capsule at the Eastland courthouse and found to still be alive 31 years later when the capsule was opened. RipFest events include a 5K run, parade, food, crafts, vendors, a car show, and live music.

eastlandchamber.com/ripfest

New Braunfels Railroad Museum, 302 W. San Antonio St.

On the first and third Saturday of the month, kids of all ages can have fun with lego trains, model trains, and even become a junior engineer for the day.

newbraunfelsrailroadmuseum.org/nbrr/kids-fun-day

Various locations

For the entire of month of October, the Comfort community is invaded with scarecrows. The scarecrows are handmade by local residents and business owners. This is a unique sight to see and a yearly tradition. Optimal viewing is between Oct. 10 and 31.

comfortchamber.com

James Rooney Memorial Park, South Spring Drive

Ring in the spirit of the fall season with live entertainment, activities, and food and craft vendors.

visitfortstockton.com

Louie’s Backyard, 2305 Laguna Blvd.

Targeted towards a wide range of cyclists at varying experience levels, the tour is approximately 33 miles and includes crossing the Queen Isabella Causeway with a spectacular view.

sopadre.com/events

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

Founded by Ben Gibbard, electro-pop band The Postal Service and indie rock band Death Cab for Cutie represent two of the most popular indie music acts of the early 2000s. Disbanded in 2014, The Postal Service reunites for the 20th anniversary of its albums “Give Up” and “Transatlanticism,” while Death Cab for Cutie released its 10th album last September.

texastrustcutheatre.com

St. Richards Episcopal Church, 1420 E Palm Valley Blvd

http://saintrichards.org/pumpkin-patch/

Old American Golf Club, 1000 Lebanon Road

Watch some of the best female golfers in the world as they compete. Bring the family out for a fun week of golf, workshops, and a family fun zone. Complimentary tickets are available for active and retired service members and their families. Children 17 and under receive free admission with a ticketed adult.

visitthecolonytx.com/calendar.aspx

Mesquite Arena, 1818 Rodeo Drive

Watch young bull riders, ages 4-18, from across the world compete for a grand prize and exclusive title of World Champion Mini Bull Rider.

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Bivins Mansion , 1000 S. Polk St.

Jazztober is a free jazz concert series on Tuesday nights in October. Bring something to sit on and a picnic to the lawn of the historic Bivins Home in Center City. The porch of the Bivins Mansion becomes the stage for the shows.

centercity.org/jazztober4

Center for the Arts and Sciences, 400 College Blvd.

Featuring a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector and a variety of high-tech equipment, this show recreates the night sky as it appears to the naked eye, giving viewers a close-up look at comets, exploding stars, and black holes.

brazosportcenter.org

Gruene Historic District , 1281 Gruene Road

The Gruene Music and Wine Festival began as a one-day event in 1987 with the purpose of promoting Texas and Americana music in a fun and relaxed setting while raising funds for the United Way of Comal County. Over the years, it has become a multi-day celebration, not only of Texas and Americana music, but also a celebration of wine made in the Lone Star State. Tasting tickets for craft beer and wine are available for purchase, and fun includes a silent auction and prize giveaways.

gruenemusicandwinefest.org

Extraco Events Center, 4601 Bosque Blvd.

Shop from a wide selection of exhibitors bringing boutique clothing, accessories, shoes, home decor, furniture, gourmet food, dips, sauces, art, yard decorations, and holiday items. The market is half handmade items and half manufactured items, but all exhibitors are small business owners. Most exhibitors are based in Texas, but others travel in from Oklahoma, New Mexico, Louisiana, and Arkansas. Admission and parking are free, and strollers are welcome at this indoor market.

bigtop.show/wacotx

Clayton’s Beach Bar and Grill, 6900 Padre Blvd.

Over 30,000 fans come to watch the sand come alive as sand artists qualify for the World Championships of Sand Sculpting. Started by master sand sculptors and South Padre Island residents Walter McDonald (aka Amazin’ Walter) and Lucinda Wierenga (aka Sandy Feet), Sandcastle Days serves as a way to not only demonstrate the magical sculpting qualities of South Padre Island sand but also the critical importance of protecting our beautiful coastline.

sopadre.com/events

UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3240 Old Glory Pkwy

https://cowancenter.org/

Market Street, 9595 Six Pines Drive

Spanning three blocks of Market Street, the Wine Walk offers a cornucopia of culinary creations, wine displays with industry experts and other wine experiences, craft beers, and live music. More than 50 beverage and 30-plus culinary offerings from local restaurants, chefs, and caterers are yours to enjoy.

wineandfoodweek.com

American Bank Center, 1901 N. Shoreline Blvd.

http://americanbankcenter.com/event/koe-wetzel-road-to-hell-paso-pt-2/

Los Fresnos Memorial Park, 900 N. Arroyo Blvd.

The Narciso Martinez Cultural Arts Center presents its 30th annual Conjunto Festival. Many of Texas’ best accordion and bajo-sexto driven conjunto bands are live on stage for dancing, food, and fun. Bring your folding chairs.

narcisomartinezculturalartscenter.org

Alpine Civic Center, 801 W. Holland Ave.

The second annual Big Bend Bluegrass Festival is nestled in a beautiful valley at an elevation of 4,500 feet. Alpine’s mild weather makes it an attractive year-round destination that is certified with an official Music Friendly Communities designation from the Texas Music Office. The lineup for the festival includes the Kody Norris Show, the Edgar Loudermilk Band, Bluegrass Express, and Hillbilly Fever. Enjoy jamming, concessions, workshops, and drawings. Additional details can be found on the website for lodging and RVs.

bigbendbluegrass.com

Kress Building, South Main Street

Del Rio Council for the Arts presents First Friday Art Walk, a monthly event where art galleries stay open late along South Main Street and at the Firehouse and other locations. The event may also have live music, vendors, and food trucks.

drchamber.com

Lago Vista Golf Course, 4616 Rimrock Drive

Two great sports come together to offer all enthusiasts and spectators the fun and excitement of the links and the courts in Lago Vista. The 18-hole golf course offers excellent play, with the pickle ball courts centered at the golf club, guaranteeing maximum celebration at the awards ceremony.

northlaketravischamber.chamberspace.net/calendar

Downtown Temple, Main Street

On the first Friday of every month, historic downtown Temple transforms into a giant party. Join along for live music and performances, great drinks, delicious food, and after-hours shopping.

downtowntemple.com

DFW Airport Hyatt Regency Hotel, 2334 N. International Pkwy.

Choruses and quartets from New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana come together for fun, fellowship, and friendly competition in the a cappella barbershop style.

swd.org

Zilker Park, 2100 Barton Springs Road

One of the country’s largest celebrations of music, this six-day festival brings the magic of the famed public TV series “Austin City Limits” outside the studio and into Austin’s most beloved park with more than 140 musical acts on eight stages over two weekends.

aclfestival.com

Marktplatz, 100 W. Main St.

One of Fredericksburg’s annual festivals brings a little bit of Bavaria to the Hill Country. Three days of singing, toasting, dancing, and “gemutlichkeit” (friendliness) is featured at the 43rd Oktoberfest. Sponsored by the Pedernales Creative Arts Alliance (PCAA), the family-oriented German event is expected to attract 1,400 volunteers and more than 23,000 visitors.

oktoberfestinfbg.com

Downtown Brenham, Baylor Street

Fresh, local foods and handmade products are available on the square on the first Friday of each month.

visitbrenhamtexas.com

Chamber Of Commerce , 226 St. James

The annual Come and Take It celebration brings the town of Gonzales and surrounding counties together in commemoration of the town’s rich history as the birthplace of Texas independence. Enjoy cultural and entertainment offerings such as live music, theater performances, food and craft vendors, carnival rides, a parade, and reenactments that pay homage to the town’s legendary past.

gonzalestexas.com

Texas Motorplex , 7500 SH 287 West

The National Hot Rod Association’s Fall Nationals event is action-packed with racing, concerts, special events, and fun activities.

texasmotorplex.com

The Stable Performance Cars, 511 W. Holland Ave.

Drivers take their high-performance automobiles for a cruise along Big Bend’s scenic highways, while visitors can take in the Show-n-Shine event.

thestablealpine.com

Granbury Square, 100 E. Pearl St.

Grab your lederhosen and dirndls and celebrate this German tradition in the Granbury Square Plaza and Pavillion, with vendors located on the Plaza, Bridge Street, and Crockett. Expect shopping with vendors, beer hoisting contests, Hammerschlagen, Jenga, lumberjack contests, polka dancing, and family fun that includes a Kinderplatz to keep your children entertained.

facebook.com/granburyoktoberfest

Fiesta de la Paloma, 218 Commercial

colemancountytexas.com

The Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre, 111 W. Main St.

Jomo and the Possum Posse entertain with a mix of country, roots, honky tonk, and rock ‘n’ roll, all with a humorous flavor. These Austin-based musicians and comedians are known for their unique brand of musical storytelling. The band is led by Jomo Edwards from West Texas, and his award-winning lyrics tend to skate the line between cynical and arcane. Some of the song titles give you a picture: “Battered Husband Blues,” “Annie Is a Chicken Now,” “High Grounds Coffee Shop,” and “The Real Housewives of the West of Us,” to name a few.

thebarnhillcenter.com/events

Hill Country State Natural Area, 10600 Bandera Creek Road

Celebrate ranching life by visiting with exhibitors, making crafts, playing games, and viewing demonstrations. Stop by to learn about and experience some of the many facets of ranching history and culture.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/hill-country

Lake Mineral Wells State Park , 100 Park Road 71

Held in the rolling hills of Lake Mineral Wells State Park, run on the Cross Timbers Trail System that showcases expansive views of the lake. Encounter rocks and a small amount of sandy trail on a single-track course surrounded by beautiful Texas wildflowers. After the race, cool down in the spring-fed lake.

ultraexpeditions.com/1877-ultra

Pace Park , Pace Park Road

Celebrate the legend of the Salado mermaid, Sirena. Family-friendly festivities include a parade, vendors, stilt walkers, musicians, and mermaids. Proceeds from the event go directly to Legacy Salado Inc., a local nonprofit, to aid in the preservation, conservation, and maintenance of the community’s public spaces.

sirenafest.org

Ward County Event Center, 1525 E. Monahans Pkwy.

The National Rifle Association (NRA) is holding a banquet with firearms, custom knives, art, and unique items created for NRA members. Dinner is served, and festivities include games and auctions.

friendsofnra.org

Sweetwater Municipal Auditorium, 400 Locust St.

The Applause! series works to develop the community through the cultural arts with music, art, dance, food, and fellowship. For Western Heritage night, Asleep at the Wheel performs a show.

sweetwaterauditorium.org

Grand Central Park: Lake House, 1039 Lake House Drive

Shop from a wide selection of exhibitors bringing boutique clothing, accessories, shoes, home decor, furniture, gourmet food, dips, sauces, art, yard decorations, and holiday items. The market is half handmade items and half manufactured items, but all exhibitors are small business owners. Most exhibitors are based in Texas, but others travel in from Oklahoma, New Mexico, Louisiana, and Arkansas. Admission and parking are free, and strollers are welcome at this market.

bigtop.show/conroe.october

Prince Solms Park, 100 Liebscher Drive

Participate in a 1K or 5K run/walk. Award categories include the best overall male and female and top three performers in male and female age groups. All proceeds benefit the Pink Warrior Advocates and their goal in providing direct support in the prevention of breast cancer.

athleteguild.com/event/new-braunfels-tx/2023-join-the-flock-against-breast-cancer

Frisco Square, 8843 Coleman Blvd.

This family-friendly traditional Oktoberfest celebration features live music, a marktplatz with local shops and businesses, German food, folk dancing, a beer-hoisting competition, keg-rolling contests, and plenty of beer. The first attendees to arrive receive a free beer until the keg is tapped out.

friscooktoberfest.com

Brownwood Depot, 600 E. Depot St.

The seventh annual Corks and Caps features tastings of beer and wine from across Texas. A variety of food trucks are on hand offering food and desserts for purchase. All wineries have bottles of their signature wines for sale. Live music and other amenities set the tone for a fun, relaxing evening. The first 300 tasters get their choice of a Corks and Caps commemorative wine glass or a beer pilsner glass. Attendees must be 21 or older to purchase tasting tickets.

New Braunfels Conservation Society, Inc., 1300 Church Hill Drive

Avoid the chaos of big crowds and get all your holiday shopping done in one place. This Christmas Market has gift baskets galore, gift items, and various treats. Find themed baskets, pre-made picnics, and the perfect present for everyone on your list.

facebook.com/events/1709224979449832

Downtown Del Rio, 1915 Veterans Blvd.

The Del Rio Fiesta de Amistad (Friendship Festival) is a celebration of friendship. Along with a pageant and parade, the festival features an arts and crafts fair and the “Abrazo” ceremony between the mayor of Del Rio and the mayor of Ciudad Acuña, Mexico, Del Rio’s sister city.

drchamber.com

Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum, 315 W. Avenue B

Transportation Day and Touch a Truck are now one event. Transportation Day incorporates many vehicles that have participated in Touch a Truck. Bring the family to explore a world on wheels. Crafts and activities are available along with an extra hour of fun.

templeparks.com

Bowie Community Development, 101 E. Pecan St.

Hundreds of visitors flock to Bowie for the annual Chicken and Bread Days Heritage Festival, which honors Bowie’s history and community. See the championship fiddler’s contest, Piston Heads Auto Club Show, art shows, and live music. Kids love coop activities such as the egg toss.

cityofbowietx.com/142/chicken-bread-days-heritage-festival

McDonald Moody Auditorium, 5601 19th St.

Love blossoms in three comedic vignettes exploring the relationship between men and women.

lcu.edu

The Meadows Center, 201 San Marcos Springs Drive

Every year, over 6,000 people gather at the Sacred Springs for a beautiful two-day Native American festival rich in music, art, dancing, and food.

sspowwow.com

Downtown Bonham, 327 N. Main St.

Cycle 100 miles of gorgeous terrain throughout all of Fannin County. The race has been happening since 1986, making it a favorite in Bonham.

fannincountytexas.com

Downtown Coleman, 218 Commercial Ave.

The Miss Coleman County Scholarship Pageant, along with food and craft vendors, a car show, a sanctioned cookoff, a street dance, live entertainment, and fireworks make for a family-friendly celebration enjoyed by all ages.

colemancountytexas.com

The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.

Direct from London’s West End, The Barricade Boys are the UK’s most exciting theatrical vocal group, and they’re debuting at The Grand 1894 Opera House.

thegrand.com

Fayette County Courthouse Square , 151 N. Washington St.

Live bands under the event tent play family-friendly music while kids enjoy activities and games. More than 80 different types of craft beer are available to try. Don’t leave without some homemade schnitzel and German noodles to round out your experience.

cityoflg.com/tourism

UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3240 Od Glory Pkwy, FAC 1120

https://cowancenter.org/

Hill Country Veterans Center, 411 Meadowview

Find sales of new and used guns, knives, coins, cutting boards, ammo, and other items. All proceeds go toward supporting local veterans.

gunshowtrader.com

Singleton Plaza, 200 N. Rogers St.

OddFest is an art and music festival showcasing artists and musicians from Texas who lean toward the odd. Local craft beer brewers, food trucks, and food vendors round out this one-of-a-kind event. Proceeds from OddFest raise money for the building fund of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge Waxahachie #80.

oddfestwaxa80.com

Downtown , 1203 University Ave.

For over 40 years on the first Saturday in October, Huntsville has been home to this fair that offers one-of-a-kind treasures and gift items. Find 400 booths showcasing arts, crafts, a food court, a watering hole and wine tent with live music, two kids’ areas, and a classic car show.

faironthesquare.com

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

Writer and composer of all his songs, Alejandro Sanz has sold more than 22 million records, being the only Spanish act to hold 19 Grammy Awards (16 of which are Latin Grammies). Alejandro has released 15 albums throughout his career, with many being certified platinum.

texastrustcutheatre.com

North Shore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive

Run through the beauty of The Woodlands. The 10 for Texas race is a 10-mile USA Track and Field-sanctioned event held annually in The Woodlands each fall, in conjunction with the 3.1 Armadillo Run 5K and One 4 Texas Kids’ Fun Run.

visitthewoodlands.com

Downtown , 100 W. Houston St.

Texas wines, sweets and savories from local restaurants and caterers, and live music are all being offered at this event hosted by Downtown Sherman NOW, the organization dedicated to the promotion and preservation of the city’s central business district.

facebook.com/dntnsherman/

Cave Without a Name Throne Room, 325 Kreutzberg Road

Joseph Kuipers returns with two acclaimed musicians from the Dallas Symphony, Nathan Olsen and Lydia Umlauf. The trio meld a contrast of music composed centuries apart with dramatically different backdrops.

cavewithoutaname.com

11th Street Cowboy Bar, 307 11th St.

The Seal Veterans Foundation sponsors Frogs for Freedom, a fundraiser to benefit the Naval Special Warfare Veterans and their families. Enjoy scenic motorcycles rides, live music, dancing, a live auction, and barbecue plates.

banderacowboycapital.com/events/2021/frogs-for-freedom

Mesquite Arena, 1818 Rodeo Drive

Head to the Mesquite Arena for the annual Heritage Fall Rodeo. See the best African American cowboys participate in rodeo events, including open bull riding, steer wrestling, calf roping, and barrel racing, and listen to hip hop, zydeco, blues, and gospel music.

heritagerodeo.com

Hewlett Park, 479 E. Pearl St.

The sixth annual Mission Granbury 5K Ghost Run/1K Fun Run has surprises around every corner. The Ghost Run is chip timed with medals for those placing first, second, and third in each division, and there are special trophies for overall 5K male/female and masters (40+) male/female, and participation medals for all participants.

runsignup.com/race/tx/granbury/missiongranburyghostfunrun

Lake Granbury Master Gardeners, 1410 W. Pearl St.

Join the Lake Granbury Master Gardeners to learn about attracting and protecting monarch butterflies and helping make Hood County the monarch capital of North Texas. Enjoyable and educational activities for all ages include demo garden tours, monarch tagging, face painting, crafts, and butterfly releasing.

visitgranbury.com

Cooper Lake State Park, 95 Park Road 8154

Cooper Lake State Park is hosting morning and evening activities. The morning program offers the following themes: Native American fall harvest, historic uses of the land, buffalo soldiers, angler education fishing trailer, and a self-guided Harper’s Ferry adventure. The night program includes campfire stories, stargazing and moongazing, and the Creatures of the Night Hike.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/cooper-lake

Galveston Island State Park, 14901 FM 3005

Destination Exploration follows the stories of the people and events that shaped the island and Galveston Island State Park. Bringing together outdoor skills, hands-on activities, and storytelling, Destination Exploration promises to transport visitors to the age of exploration.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island

Pedernales Falls State Park, 2585 Park Road 6026

To celebrate 100 years of Texas State Parks, Pedernales Falls State Park is hosting this event about Pedernales Falls, the history found at the park, and the benefits of having such dark skies. Enjoy guided hikes, table demonstrations, speakers, stargazing with constellations, deep sky objects, and nighttime activities. Night sky-friendly lighting is also demonstrated.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/pedernales-falls

Brackenridge Park , 3910 N St Mary’s St

bloomingwithbirdie.com/monarchfest

Poolville Global Methodist Church parking lot, 230 N Church Street

facebook.com/PoolvilleGMC

Centennial Park, N Main St

https://shophuntingtontx.com/catfishfestival/

Irving Arts Center, 3333 North MacArthur Blvd.

Open Studio for Teens is a place where teens can create art, experiment with materials, learn new techniques, and make new friends.

irvingartscenter.com

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

Don’t miss Jhayco, a Puerto Rican rapper live at the Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie.

texastrustcutheatre.com

Love Creek Apple Orchard, 14024 SH 16 North

Visit Love Creek Orchards on the weekends this month and enjoy a hay maze for small children, music, storytelling, an orchard tour, hayrides, pumpkin painting if you purchase a pumpkin, a petting zoo, and a cider press.

lovecreekorchards.com

Comfort Park, 427 Main St.

On the second Tuesday of the month, hear a free outdoor concert. Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged, and tips for musicians are accepted and appreciated.

comfortchamber.com/events/music-in-the-park

Tri-State Expo Center and Fairgrounds, 3301 SE 10th Ave.

The Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association and the American Quarter Horse Association hold their world championships concurrently to determine who is the fastest and most accurate shot from horseback. Mounted contestants compete in this fast-action, timed event using two .45-caliber, single-action revolvers each loaded with five rounds of specially prepared blank ammunition.

aqha.com/disciplines/showing/shows/cms-world

Spain, Madrid, Spain

https://translationalmedicine.conferenceseries.com/

Fannin County Fair Grounds, 700 FM 87

A classic fair environment includes a carnival, livestock shows, vendors, live music, youth rodeos, and pageants.

fannincountyfair.net

New Braunfels Convention Center, 375 S. Castell Ave.

With more than 100 merchants to shop with, you’re sure to find lots of new and unique gifts all in one place. Grab your friends and family and enjoy the fun while shopping and supporting some of the cutest shops around.

homefortheholidaysgiftmarket.com/new-braunfels-hollydays

Corsicana City Hall, 200 N. 12th St.

Wrapping up Corsicana’s yearlong 175th anniversary celebration, the time capsule ceremony includes speeches from local dignitaries, live music, and food trucks.

corsicana175years.com/event

Various Locations, 222 W. San Antonio St.

Multiple days of indie cinema combine cutting-edge films with live music and uniquely San Marcos parties. In celebration of the sesquicentennial anniversary of its theatrical release, the opening night features a special viewing of “The Getaway,” the fugitive heist thriller filmed in San Marcos in 1972.

thelostriverfilmfest.org

UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3240 Old Glory Pkwy

https://cowancenter.org/

Quiet Valley Ranch, 3876 Medina Highway

Produced by the Kerrville Folk Festival Foundation, Welcome Home Fest is a smaller, more intimate, and more relaxed music festival than the Kerrville Folk Festival. All the shows are presented on the Threadgill Theater Stage and ticket sales are capped to match this capacity. Performers this year include Adrianne Lenker, Sir Woman, Lomelda, and Kinky Friedman.

kerrvillefolkfestival.org

LONDON, LONDON

https://psychiatryconference.euroscicon.com/

LONDON, LONDON

https://alcoholism-addiction.conferenceseries.com/

Camp For All, 6301 Rehburg Road

https://www.campforall.org/events/

Southlake Town Square, 1400 Main St.

Over 100,000 people visit throughout the weekend, and attendance is completely free. Sample a wide range of food and beverages, including German food and beer. Peruse booth items for sale while listening to live entertainment from multiple bands. There’s also a children’s area and a wiener dog race.

southlakechamber.org/oktoberfest

Hill Country Fair Association, Farm-to-Market Road 2169

An annular “ring of fire” eclipse sweeps from Oregon to Texas in a 125-mile-wide path that continues to the Yucatan Peninsula and northern South America. Celebrate at this pre-party that includes a chili cookoff, live music, a washer-pitching contest, armadillo races, a margarita mix-off, chainsaw carving, a salsa competition, and other festivities.

texclipsemusicfestival.com

The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.

Woody’s brand of American roots music, equally informed by a cross-pollination of jazz, classic rhythm and blues, and country, feels lived in, experienced, and a bit restless.

thebugleboy.org/tickets

Frank W. Mayborn Civic and Convention Center, 3301 N. Third St.

Interested in rock hounding and working with gems and minerals? This two-day show presents vendors with a variety of gems, minerals, rocks, beads, and jewelry for purchase. There are free activities for children, displays of rock collections for viewing, silent auctions of rocks and minerals, grand prize drawings, and rock hounds to provide information about the hobby.

dfarhie.wixsite.com/tcgms

The Collin Club, 211 W. Collin St.

Celebrate German heritage in the heart of downtown Corsicana with German beer, food, live music, and games including axe throwing, stein hoist contests, and children’s games.

visitcorsicana.com/events-corsicana

Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 707 S. Main St.

Hop onboard the Grapevine Vintage Railroad for Day Out With Thomas, presented by Mattel. If your little ones love Thomas the Tank Engine, bring the entire family to enjoy this special opportunity to take a ride with the classic storybook engine and experience trains, games, and miles of smiles.

gvrr.com/special-events/day-out-with-thomas

Howard Payne University, 1000 Fisk St.

Howard Payne University’s homecoming weekend includes a parade, alumni art exhibition, reunions, breakfasts and lunches, a marching band exhibition, choir concert, and a family barbecue among other gatherings.

hputx.edu/alumni/stinger-spectacular

Dallas Contemporary, 161 Glass St.

Chloe Chiasson’s process combines painting and carpentry in defiance of traditional distinctions between fine art and craft. The artist’s “Keep Left at the Fork”—her largest body of mixed-media paintings to date and the artist’s first museum presentation—revisits Americana imagery from previous work to continue her explorations of nonconforming sexualities and identities in environments like that of her childhood in Texas.

dallascontemporary.org

Village of Salado, 601 N. Main St.

The Salado Ladies Community League hosts the annual Christmas in October Jingle Walk. This fundraiser has signaled the start of the holiday season in Salado for over 40 years. Proceeds sponsor grants and scholarships benefiting the Salado community. Ticketholders have three days to visit 25 retailers, receive a gift from each, qualify for door prizes, and get an early start on Christmas shopping.

saladolcl.org

Hill Country Arts Foundation, 120 Point Theatre Road

The Hill Country Arts Foundation presents this adaptation of Mary Shelley’s classic story about a young doctor who’s obsessed with finding the secret to life and death, and his reanimated creation.

hcaf.com/currentseason

Downtown

Enjoy bikes, bands, and beer all weekend long. This event centers around Historic Auntie Skinners Riverboat Club and features bike games, a live auction and raffle for a brand-new motorcycle, live bands, and a bike show.

easttexasburnrun.com

The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion , 2005 Lake Robbins Drive

See the multitalented, multi-award-winning country singer-songwriter perform. Opening for him are Charley Crockett and Nikki Lane.

woodlandscenter.org

Historic Texas Theater, 213 W. Crawford St.

In the play written by Joseph Kesselring in 1939, a Brooklyn writer of books on the futility of marriage risks his reputation when he decides to tie the knot. Things get even more complicated when he learns on his wedding day that his beloved maiden aunts are habitual murderers. Shows are Friday and Saturday nights, with Sunday matinees.

thetexastheater.com

Cave Without a Name , 325 Kreutzberg Road

Cave Without a Name is hosting a two-day camping event highlighting the annular eclipse. Arrive on Friday to set up your RV or campsite to be ready for nature’s big event on Saturday morning. Music in the pavilion follows the eclipse.

cavewithoutaname.com

Four Sisters Ranch, 1555 Lemond Road

The Four Sisters Ranch in Utopia is in the epicenter of the “Great Texas Twoclipse,” the annular eclipse of Oct. 14 and total eclipse of April 8, 2024. Enjoy two intimate campouts with unparalleled views and an excellent eclectic musical lineup.

eclipseutopia.com

Mesquite Cemetery, 400 Holley Park Drive

At this outdoor theatrical performance, visitors can take a living history tour through Mesquite Cemetery with local actors portraying characters from the community’s past.

historicmesquite.org

Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 N. Galloway Ave.

Mesquite Arts Theatre presents this comedy about a woefully misguided troupe of players at the Cornley University Society’s opening night performance of “The Murder at Haversham Manor.” Part Monty Python, part Sherlock Holmes, all mayhem, this 1920s whodunit is disastrously delightful. Shows are Friday and Saturday nights with Sunday matinees.

mesquiteartstheatre.org

A. M. Neely House, 304 E. Rucker St.

Murder, mystery, and the thrill of the hunt—follow the clues in this life-size board game based on the classic favorite. The witches are brewing, the werewolf is howling, the spiders are creeping, the bats are batty, the devil is on fire, and there are so many clues for you to solve.

visitgranbury.com/event/heres-to-clue-spooky-edition/19080

Brazos County Expo, 5827 Leonard Road

The Brazos Valley Fair and Rodeo features a range of events highlighting Texas agriculture including livestock showings and barrel racing, along with live music and carnival rides.

destinationbryan.com/the-brazos-valley-fair-rodeo

Dinosaur Valley State Park, 1629 Park Road 59

The Mammoth returns for it’s seventh year running, and it’s going to be bigger and better than ever. The Mammoth is a family-friendly, multi-distance adventure trail run. With five different distances to offer, all athletic abilities are able to run their race individually or with a non-competitive team. The courses utilize a part of the park’s 20 miles of single-track dirt and limestone trails. Mild to significant elevation gains, low-level water crossings, natural obstacles, and beautiful scenery make the Mammoth an adventure run not to be missed.

mammothrace.com

Stewart Creek Park, 3700 Sparks Road

Ghosts and ghouls are out in droves at Stewart Creek Park. Bring the whole family for a howling good night full of hay rides, games, vendors, contests, and trick-or-treating.

visitthecolonytx.com/calendar.aspx

Downtown, 106 Cedar St.

Authentic German music, food, and fun with Texas flair await visitors to downtown Clyde as the city presents the second annual Clyde Oktoberfest. Scheduled to perform are Valina Polka and Das ist Lustig along with the dancing Tanzenfest Volkstanzkreis and German-born Evelyn Billington. Food trucks, vendors, and the Kinderberieich Kids Zone are just some of the other fun things you’ll find this weekend.

clyde-tx.gov

Historic Pilot Point Square, 5 Washington St.

The annual festival is held to commemorate the day Hollywood came to Pilot Point, when the film “Bonnie and Clyde” shot its famous bank robbery scene at the historic Farmers and Merchants Bank building. During the all-day festival, Pilot Point becomes a piece of living history with 1930s-era family fun. Attendees step back in time with a classic car show, a fleet of Model A cars, and historic exhibits and demonstrations. Craft and food vendors, live musical entertainment throughout the day, and a free Kids’ Zone are part of the fun.

bonnieandclydedays.org/304/bonnie-clyde-days

Ward County Arena, 3202 S. Stockton Ave.

The fourth annual Bash has live music, free drinks (or you can BYOB), and free food tastings. There’s also a barbecue cookoff for chicken, ribs, and brisket.

westtexasbbqbash.com

First Fianancial Bank Lawn, 201 Elm St.

A free community festival, attendees have fun with musical performances, dancing, and food trucks.

Downtown Corsicana, 118 N. Beaton St.

Sip mimosas while shopping in downtown Corsicana every second Saturday. Complimentary mimosas are poured, and shoppers explore the tree-lined streets, historic buildings, and boutiques.

visitcorsicana.com

Pearland Town Center, 11200 Broadway St.

Another year of Art on the Pavilion brings unique finds created by local and regional artists, including abstract art, handcrafted jewelry, and pottery. The free, juried show is outdoors with live music, food trucks, and family-friendly activities.

visitpearland.com/artshow

The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.

Award winning singer/songwriter Amy Speace returns to The Bugle Boy. Each new release by Speace has brought an expansion of her voice and her art, and she has reached the level of absolute mastery. Folk music doesn’t get any better than this.

thebugleboy.org/tickets

Comfort Park, 423 Main St.

The annular eclipse passes directly over Comfort. Community festivities take place at Comfort Park, including live music, barbecue, and fun activities. Proceeds are donated to the Comfort Volunteer Fire Department for a new fire truck.

comforteclipse.com

Dallas Zoo, 650 S. R. L. Thornton Freeway

Bishop Arts Theatre Center presents this jazz concert series event featuring Norman Brown and Mike Phillips. Enjoy jazz under the stars with the center’s friends at the Dallas Zoo.

bishopartstheatre.org/jazz-series

Edinburg Food Truck Park, 201 N. Seventh Ave.

Try an array of new collaborations along with your favorite porters, stouts, pilsners, ales, wheats, belgians, ciders, and lagers. There are more than 100 premium and craft beers from over 85 breweries from around the world to try. Your ticket includes live music, interactive games, a wine garden, and free food from the best local restaurants.

universitydrafthousebeerfest.com

Watermelon Thump Pavillion, 309 E. Davis St.

Benefiting local nonprofits each year, Night in Old Luling includes games, rides, food, beverages, a cake auction, and entertainment.

facebook.com/nightinoldluling2022

San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones Ave.

The San Antonio Museum of Art hosts “American Made: Paintings and Sculpture from the DeMell Jacobsen Collection,” an exhibition spanning over 250 years of American art and featuring more than 100 works of art by renowned artists including Mary Cassatt, John Singer Sargent, Thomas Moran, Robert Henri, Los Mailou Jones, Allan Crite, Elizabeth Catlett, and Grant Wood. Though many objects from the DeMell Jacobsen Collection have been on view at museums around the country, this exhibition is the first exhibition to bring highlights of this extensive private collection together.

samuseum.org/artwork/exhibition/american-made-paintings-and-sculpture-from-the-demell-jacobsen-collection

The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.

Chris Botti, world-renowned trumpeter and Grammy-Award winner for “Best Pop Instrumental Album,” takes center stage at The Grand 1894 Opera House for one performance only.

thegrand.com

Terrell Heritage Museum, 207 N. Frances St.

Terrell celebrates the sesquicentennial of its founding in 1873 and the 124th anniversary of the first automobile purchased in the state of Texas. A free exhibit of rare and vintage automobiles from 1900-1950 are on display at the historic 1904 Carnegie Library and Heritage Museum.

Various locations, 500 Old Plantersville Road

Actors in period dress stand by graves and recount the departeds’ lives and contributions to Montgomery and Texas history. Visitors have an intimate look at the lives of many patriots buried there, including Dr. Charles B. Stewart, who designed the Texas Lone Star Flag and created the Texas Seal, which included the Lone Star from a button on his father’s jacket.

mhs-tx.org

Downtown

The Chappell Hill Historical Society hosts this annual event that places visitors to the magical land of scarecrows with 250 juried exhibitors, vendors, country-style food, live entertainment and music, historical tours, and family-friendly fun in downtown Chappell Hill.

chappellhillhistoricalsociety.com

Farmers Market, 201 N. Chestnut St.

One of Gainesville’s signature events, Depot Day welcomes both local and out of town festivalgoers to the historic downtown area. The festival features local entertainment, food, vendors, and a kids’ zone. Automobile enthusiasts can enjoy a stroll through the car show.

gainesvillecofc.com

Hill Country Arts Foundation, 120 Point Theatre Road

The annular solar eclipse is passing right over Stonehenge II and the Hill Country Arts Foundation plans to celebrate by having live music and several food truck options on-site. Travelers can expect to find a beer tent, RV sites for rent, and hygiene stations on the closed campus.

hcaf.com/eclipse-events/eclipse-2023

Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive

The Kerrville Parks and Recreation Department invites you to come out and celebrate the fourth annual Kerrville River Festival. The event offers a fun environment for friends and family and occurs on the same day as the annular solar eclipse. In addition to eclipse viewing and programming, event activities include a kids’ area, food, drinks, and live music.

kerrvilletx.gov

Peterson Plaza , Downtown

Celebrate the creativity of artists and the craft of chalk art at this annual street painting festival, where visitors can enjoy a kids’ chalk zone, family activities, great food, and music.

kerrvillechalk.org

Parking Place Pavilion, 110 S. Parking Place

At this monthly farmers market, shop the merchandise of local vendors, who offer homemade goods and farm-fresh items.

lakejacksonfarmersmarket.com

Downtown , 403 W. Third St.

Celebrate autumn’s return with family fun in historic downtown Clifton. FallFest features a music festival, arts and crafts, heritage exhibits, classic cars, food, a cornhole tournament, a kids’ zone, and shopping from vendors who come from across Texas.

cityofclifton.org/fallfest

Buda Amphitheater and City Park, 204 San Antonio St.

Fiestagoers can experience the blending of foods, music, and cultures. They also can rediscover Texas through sights, sounds, and their taste buds. The tantalizing aroma of sizzling fajitas fill the air of Buda, attracting people from the Rio Grande to north of the Mason Dixon Line.

visitbudatx.com

Buda Public Library, 405 E. Loop St.

Join the Buda Public Library and the Hill Country Backyard Astronomers for a viewing of the 2023 annular eclipse from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. To celebrate this event, the library is providing a limited number of solar eclipse glasses and the astronomers are offering solar protected telescopes and family-friendly crafts and activities.

budalibrary.com

Greek Orthodox Church, 714 19th St.

Opa! The Galveston Greek Festival revels in the culture and dishes of Greece with authentic food, wine, dancing, and tours of the Greek Orthodox church.

galvestongreekfestival.com

Old Town Theatre, 1023 12th St.

The 3 Redneck Tenors are a new breed in the “tenor genre.” Their musical comedy features classically trained veteran artists, like the Blue Collar Comedy Tour goes to Carnegie Hall. Enjoy down-home laughs with big city music.

oldtowntheatre-huntsville.org

Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark, 2970 Epic Place

Epic Waters just got spooky. Visit the water park for family fun such as face painting, pumpkin painting, bobbing for apples, and other Halloween-themed activities.

epicwatersgp.com

EpicCentral, 2971 SH 161 South

Enjoy this free event to celebrate the migration of the monarch butterfly. Past year’s events have included monarch butterfly releases, live entertainment, and educational components.

epiccentral.com

Main Plaza, 100 N. Main St.

Located in the heart of the historical district on Main Plaza, Boerne Market Days is open the second weekend of the month and offers shopping in an outdoor setting with artists, craftspeople, and vendors sharing their creative talents and wares to the background of live music.

eventsoffmain.com/market-days

Main Plaza, 100 N. Main St.

This event is open to cars and motorcycles aged 1975 and older and features some of the best classic rides in the Texas Hill Country. The Hill Country Mile Rod Run is an all-day family event with live music, local craft beer, food, vendors, and cars.

hcmrodrun.com

Bandera County

Bandera County invites eclipse and other astronomy enthusiasts to view the annular solar eclipse (also known as the “Ring of Fire”) and the total solar eclipse six months later. The Hill Country region is in the crosshairs for both eclipses.

banderacowboycapital.com

Frontier Times Museum, 510 13th St.

The Frontier Times Museum invites visitors to a moonshine and moonpie party, in celebration of the annular eclipse.

frontiertimesmuseum.org

Haggard Park, 901 E. 15th St.

The area’s largest cultural event has food, fun, and entertainment for the whole family. Enjoy multicultural music and dance performances, ethnic food trucks, cultural displays, and an art exhibit; kids can explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) activities plus travel the booths with a Festival Passport.

planointernationalfestival.org

Red Tail Pavilion, 2801 E. Spring Creek Parkway

Sing along to classic Beatles tunes at this annual outdoor evening show. Revolution 9 opens, playing the best music of the 1960s, followed by Hard Nights Day, Dallas’ ultimate Beatles tribute act. Bring coolers, chairs, blankets, and the kids.

visitplano.com

Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 N. Galloway Ave.

Mesquite Community Band presents its fall concert, “Things That Go Bump in the Night.” Membership in the Mesquite Community Band is open to any person in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex who plays a band instrument.

facebook.com/mesquitecommunityband

Historic Granbury Square, 201 E. Pearl St.

The Brazos River Corvette Club hosts its 17th annual Corvette Show, which exclusively features Corvettes from C1 through C7.

brazosrivercc.com/index.html

The Pub McDonough, 529 N. Houston St.

At this Irish holiday party, visitors can enjoy Irish music, Irish food such as bangers and mash, and specialty drinks.

visitgranbury.com

Kickapoo Cavern State Park, 20939 RR 674

Begin the day with the sunrise return of the bats. Watch the early-rising raptors swoop and dive as they hunt for breakfast. Then experience the annular solar eclipse from Kickapoo Caverns State Park, where you’ll be in the middle of the shadow. Watch the evening bat flight and then join volunteer astronomers for a stargazing party.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/kickapoo-cavern

Lake Brownwood State Park, 200 State Highway Park Road 15

Safely view the annular solar eclipse. Solar glasses are provided borrow as well as telescopes to watch as the sun is eclipsed. There are also other fun activities during the event.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lake-brownwood

Stephen F. Austin State Park, Park Road 38

Stephen F. Austin’s Spooktacular Fall Forest Festival in the park is making its debut. Bring your family to visit the park for festive themed family games, science fun, arts and crafts for kids, and live animal exhibits. Meet with community exhibitors, listen to great music, and enjoy local food trucks.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/stephen-f-austin

Blanton Museum of Art, 200 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

Art. Music. Picnics. It’s a vibe. Every second Saturday, hang on the Blanton’s new Moody Patio. Enjoy live DJ sets on the museum’s redesigned grounds and explore the galleries that are open late. Pack a picnic or purchase local food and drinks for sale.

blantonmuseum.org/second-saturdays

Downtown Houston, 901 Bagby St

https://www.bayoucityartfestival.com/festival

Heritage Park, 1581 N. Chaparral

https://www.corpuschristivegfest.com/

On the Square in Downtown Cameron, 102 E 1st Street

https://www.steaksteinwinefestival.com/

Historic Downtown Square, 100 W Mulberry St.

kaufmanevents.com

Mayborn Civic and Convention Center, 3303 N. 3rd St.

Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, 3200 Darnell St.

The largest and most comprehensive showing of the artist’s work to date, Jaune Quick-to-See Smith: Memory Map brings together nearly five decades of Smith’s drawings, prints, paintings, and sculptures. The retrospective offers new frameworks in which to consider contemporary Native American art and shows how Smith has led and initiated some of the most pressing dialogues surrounding land, racism, and cultural preservation issues at the forefront of contemporary life and art today.

themodern.org/exhibition/jaune-quick-see-smith-memory-map

Old Blanco Courthouse, 300 Main St.

Shop from about 80 vendors offering homemade crafts, apparel, home decor, plants, baked goods, art, embroidery and crocheted items, and jewelry. Food vendors are on site, and live music fills the air. Admission is free.

historicblanco.org/market-day

Fort Bend Art Center, 2012 Avenue G

Sculptures, printmaking, encaustic art, and many beautiful paintings can be seen at this open house. Wine and cheese are served.

artleaguefortbend.org

South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd.

Put a little pep in your step for this annual fundraiser with the mission to raise money to help local women battling breast cancer with financial, prosthetic, and diagnostic support.

sopadre.com/events

Confluence Park, 310 W. Mitchell St.

“Flutter” brings Open Dance Project’s theatrical approach outdoors where the company takes on the natural phenomenon of the monarch migration with its signature athleticism and poignant wit. Choreographic director Annie Arnoult uses gestures and movement patterns inspired by the butterflies as the basis for an ensemble of quirky characters and personalities that seem at once totally human and completely butterfly.

The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion , 2006 Lake Robbins Drive

The former lead singer of the Police who went on to have a successful solo career brings his “My Songs” tour to The Woodlands.

woodlandscenter.org

French Legation State Historic Sites, 802 San Marcos Street

https://www.thc.texas.gov/news-events/events/texas-archeology-month-fair-0

Various Locations in Downtown Buda, Main Street

Paint your palate with the cuisine of Buda in a whole new way. Participating restaurants all over Buda serve up a secret menu and exclusive specials for Buda Restaurant Week only.

visitbudatx.com

Madrid, Spain, Madrid, Spain

https://ophthalmologysurgery.euroscicon.com/

Madrid, Spain, Madrid, Spain

https://ophthalmologysurgery.euroscicon.com/

Madrid, Spain, Madrid, Spain

https://ophthalmologysurgery.euroscicon.com/

31st World Conference on Ophthalmology Congress, Madrid,Spain

https://texashighways.com/events/submit-event/confirm/

Los Angeles, CA, USA, “2C Pecan Hill Drive Clinton Mississippi, 39056 USA +1-408-648-2233”

https://nursingmeetings.org/

Los Angeles, CA, USA, “2C Pecan Hill Drive Clinton Mississippi, 39056 USA +1-408-648-2233”

https://nursingmeetings.org/

Vienna, Austria, Vrenna, Austria

https://strokesummit.neurologyconference.com/

Vienna, Austria, Vrenna, Austria

https://strokesummit.neurologyconference.com/

Henry Bruce, “2C Pecan Hill Drive Clinton Mississippi, 39056 USA +1-408-648-2233”

https://nursingmeetings.org/

Los Angeles, CA, USA, “2C Pecan Hill Drive

https://nursingmeetings.org/

Texas Rose Museum, 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 ribbon-cutting and rose presentation, the Queen’s Tea, and the Rose Parade, all amid a colorful backdrop of roses.

texasrosefestival.com

Jefferson Historical Museum , 223 W. Austin St.

The Jefferson Historical Museum presents the annual show “Sitting Up With the Dead: Revisited Victorian Mourning and Funeral Customs.” Complete with mood music and lighting, authentic props, and actors in Victorian mourning attire, this year’s event features many new and macabre topics that promise to make audiences laugh, cringe, and be entertained while learning about mourning and funeral customs of the 19th century.

jeffersonmuseum.org

Downtown Corsicana, 118 N. Beaton St.

Come join in for a fun night of grown-up festivities in your best witch or warlock attire. Sip, stroll, and shop the downtown merchants offering cauldrons of complimentary cocktails.

visitcorsicana.com

Victoria Fine Arts Center, 1002 Sam Houston Drive

Bring the kids for a fun night of music and costumes presented by the Victoria Symphony.

victoriasymphony.com

Menil Park, 1423 Branard St.

Spotlighting the Menil Collection’s neighborhood, green spaces, and outdoor sculptures, this enchanting evening includes refreshing cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and multiple food stations, accompanied by a live entertainment experience.

menil.org/partyinthepark

H-E-B Center at Cedar Park , 2100 Avenue of the Stars

Grammy Award-nominated band MercyMe brings their fall Together Again Tour to H-E-B Center. Joining the band on the 16-city tour are past tour mates Crowder and Andrew Ripp. MercyMe is an American contemporary Christian music band known for their hit “I Can Only Imagine.” Crowder is also a contemporary Christian singer, and Ripp is a singer/songwriter based in Nashville.

hebcenter.com/events/detail/mercyme-crowder

Bandera Beverage Barn, 1407 SH 16 North

Bring your guitar to play along, or simply come to listen. Pickers who play cowboy, Texas, or Western swing music are welcome to sit in.

banderacowboycapital.com

Bandera Brewery, 3540 SH 16

The third annual Bandera Brewery Beerfest offers four days of fun games, craft beer, music, and great food. No ticket is required for entry but signing up for games in advance is encouraged. Winners from the Thursday through Saturday games compete in a grand championship playoff game on Sunday.

banderabrewery.com

Plano Event Center, 2000 E. Spring Creek Parkway

With more than 130 merchants on-site, you’re sure to find lots of new and one-of-a-kind gifts for all your gift-giving needs. Come enjoy the fun, snap photos with Santa, and support the cute shops at Hollydays Market.

visitplano.com

Menil Park, 1423 Branard St.

Mark your calendars for the return of the Menil Collection’s fall fundraiser, Party in the Park, an evening soiree that spotlights the Menil’s neighborhood, green spaces, and outdoor sculptures.

menil.org/partyinthepark

The Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre, 111 W. Main St.

As the world’s foremost tribute to the multi-platinum songbook of Chicago, Brass Transit plays all the big Chicago hits including “Saturday In the Park,” “If You Leave Me Now,” “(I’ve Been) Searchin’ So Long,” “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is,” and “Just You and Me.” Chicago was formed in 1967 and became an instant hit in America’s pop and rock culture. Brass Transit was formed in 2008 by a group of award-winning artists, one of whom is part of the original Chicago band that still performs.

thebarnhillcenter.com/events

Various locations, 1102 Halsell St.

Celebrate Bridgeport’s history with a football game Friday night and then live demonstrations, a concert, vendors, fireworks, and a theater production of the city of Bridgeport’s history over the weekend.

facebook.com/bridgeporttexas

Picker’s Pavilion at Blackberry Square, 205 E. North St.

Visit the 20 award-winning wineries of the Piney Woods Wine Trail in one convenient location. There are $1 wine tastings plus live music, gift vendors, and food trucks.

visitlindale.com

Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive

Grammy and Latin Grammy Award-winning singer Lila Downs brings her unique interpretation of traditional Mexican and Mesoamerican music, deeply personal renditions of classic rancheras, as well as her own original songs to create a voyage of emotions, movement, and sound that celebrate the rich traditions of Day of the Dead on both sides of the border. For this special evening, audience members are encouraged to come dressed in imaginative costumes and make-up, to bring remembrances of their loved ones to share in the celebration, and to become fully immersed in an evening filled with emotions of love, loss, reconnection, and joy.

texasperformingarts.org

Circuit of The Americas, 9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd.

The pinnacle of motorsports returns to Texas for a three-day celebration of speed and sound. The Formula 1 United States Grand Prix provides an action-packed experience that fuses world-class racing with major championship implications. This year’s event includes the first F1 Sprint race on American soil, as one of six sprint races in the 2023 season, and concerts by The Killers and Queen + Adam Lambert.

circuitoftheamericas.com

The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.

Rising Texas troubadour with equal parts singer-songwriter and classic country honky-tonker, Dallas Burrow makes his Bugle Boy debut.

thebugleboy.org/tickets

La Bahia Hall, 550 SH 237

Dealers across the country provide antiques, collectibles, and vintage items in the historic 1902 La Bahia Hall. There is country cooking all day and free admission and parking.

labahiaantiques.com

Various locations

For more than 60 years, Winnsboro has hosted the Autumn Trails celebration in October. Highlights include the Antique Car Parade (the largest in the Southwest), the Trail Riders Welcome Parade, the Jeep Rally, trail rides, a mule rodeo, a trade days and swap meet, a classic car show, an arts and crafts show, a chili cookoff, and beard and mustache contests.

winnsboroautumntrails.com

San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, 1 Love St.

The Día de los Muertos celebration in San Angelo is a beautiful tribute to lost loved ones, combining art, music, and culture to create a memorable event. The event begins with a virtual 5K or 1-mile walk along the banks of the Concho River, where participants walk or run at their own pace to honor a lost loved one. Friday evening kicks off with a ceremony at the steps of the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, where there’s a monumental community altar created with over 2,000 balloons, hundreds of flowers, and photos of lost loved ones.

sanangelohispanicheritage.org/home

San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, 1 Love St.

This international, juried competition brings artists from across the nation and world to paint the city and countryside en plein air, the French term for painting in the outdoors.

enpleinairtexas.com

Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road

Hosted by the Austin Gem and Mineral Society, this gem and mineral show offers over 30 vendors selling jewelry, beads, gemstones, minerals, crystals, fossils, and spheres. Exhibits include a touch table of rocks and fossils, fluorescent minerals, and members’ collections. There are demonstrations in faceting, cabbing, and wire wrapping. Friday is “Youth Education Day.” And hourly door prizes are Saturday and Sunday, with a grand prize handed out Sunday.

Anhalt Hall, 2390 Anhalt Road

A country and Western festival, multiple bands play across three days, including the Jason Roberts Band, Billy Matta and The Texas Tradition, George Dearborne, Jeff Woolsey and The Dancehall Kings, the Shiner Hobo Band, and the Czech Melody Masters. There’s also an old-time German festival with polka music and dancing on Sunday, plus a German, family-style meal.

anhalthall.com

VK Garage Theater , 305 Washington St.

The new manager of Las Vegas’s Flying Flamingo Hotel and Casino is cleaning house and getting rid of all the usual suspects—and one of them might just want him dead. Playhouse 2000 presents this interactive murder mystery by Will Murdock, where audience members vote to determine the show’s surprise ending.

caillouxperformingarts.com

The Wichita Theatre Stage 2 Dinner Theatre, 914 Indiana Ave.

This delightful musical revue transports audiences back to the 1950s, whisking them away on a journey filled with tight harmonies, charming humor, and heartwarming moments that have audiences humming along all night long.

wichitatheatre.com

Jefferson Convention and Visitors Center, 305 E. Austin St.

Established in 2001 as the original annual Bigfoot Conference in Texas by the Texas Bigfoot Research Center, the event offers speakers, presentations, and special screenings.

visitjeffersontexas.com

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

Multiplatinum MCA Nashville recording artist Josh Turner is coming to the Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie.

texastrustcutheatre.com

Uptown Theater, 120 E. Main St.

A sweeping score and powerful story make this musical adaptation of “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” an instant classic. Get swept away by the magic of this show based on the 1831 novel by Victor Hugo.

uptowntheatergp.com

The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion , 2007 Lake Robbins Drive

It’s the Pavilion’s spookiest night of the year. Along with the Houston Symphony performing a show titled “Hocus Pocus Pop,” guests can enjoy trick-or-treating, costumes, the Halloween Express, and the Goblin Parade.

woodlandscenter.org

Texas Hill State Natural Area, 10600 Bandera Creek Road

This rugged trail running race was designed to test runners while also providing Hill Country scenery. The course can go by quickly because of the picturesque views, technical climbs and descents, and varied terrain.

tejastrails.com

Big Bend Ranch State Park, Barton Warnock/River Corridor , 21800 FM 170

Are you craving excitement? Seeking adventure? Then look no further. Big Bend Ranch State Park is hosting an action-packed weekend to explore all that the park has to offer. Join other visitors Friday for a night under the stars, Saturday for a backpacking workshop, and wrap it up Sunday with an epic hike.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/big-bend-ranch

Yorktown City Park, 103 W Main Street

www.yorktowntx.com

Lakeside Park at Lake Marble Falls, 305 Buena Vista Dr,

Fiestajam.org

NPR Stadium, NRG Pkwy

https://www.houstonfallhomeshow.com/

Elmendorf Lake Park, 3700 W. Commerce St.

As the sun sets on the evening sky, the Water Lantern Festival begins to shine with the launch of lanterns onto the water. Watch your unique lantern drift out into the water as it joins other lanterns carrying hope, love, happiness, healing, peace, and connection.

waterlanternfestival.com/sanantonio.php

Historic Onion Shed , 154 S. Main St.

The Chaparral Trail is a converted railroad that has quickly become a reclaimed multi-use trail spanning more than 35 miles and beginning in the quaint city of Farmersville. Race this fast course over paved and crushed-stone trail, across bridges, and along prairies and farmland. This is an out and back course under a canopy of trees with beautiful country views. Distances are 5K, 10K, half marathon, full marathon, and 50K.

ultraexpeditions.com/oktoberfest-trail-run-festival

South Main Arts District, 817 S. Main St.

Celebrate Georgetown’s second annual South Main Arts Festival, dedicated to the fine arts and located in the new South Main Arts District. Shop the juried artist booths while viewing and participating in a community chalk project. Enjoy food trucks, live music, dance performances throughout the day, children’s art activities, pottery by Cordovan Art School, and an outdoor theatrical performance.

arts.georgetown.org/southmainartfest

Round Top Dance Hall and the Mark Speakeasy at the 550, 550 Washington St.

During the Round Top Fall Antique Show, catch this western couture fashion show to see all of the latest in western style. Past shows have featured leather designers, boot makers, and clothing designers.

Columbus Club Hall, 111 Landa St.

The seventh annual Fall Into Art Festival raises money to support the local arts community and provide a venue for a variety of artists to sell and advertise their wares. This year’s event is moving indoors, and vendors from across Texas and even out of state join in to showcase their artworks.

gnbac.org/festival2023

New Braunfels Civic Center, 375 S. Castell Ave.

See large displays of traveling model railroads. More than 60 vendors from Texas and out of state are buying, selling, or swapping trains, and there are hourly drawings for prizes. Don’t miss the silent auction, the museum store, a mini food court, and the famous “Kids Run the Trains” layout.

newbraunfelsrailroadmuseum.org/nbrr/train-shows

Oakwood Cemetery, 2124 S. Fifth St.

As you leisurely stroll through Oakwood Cemetery, interpreters—many in period dress stationed throughout the cemetery—give voice to the renowned, legendary, and infamous people laid to rest there.

facebook.com/heartoftexasstorytellingguild

Krug Activity Center, 101 S. Burleson

Spend some time wandering through the annual quilt exhibit, which features quilts and other items made by members of Kyle Quilters and local fiber artists. Do your early Christmas shopping at the boutique for unique, handmade heirlooms or take a chance on the yearly raffle quilt. The raffle quilt winner is selected on Sunday at the end of the quilt show. You do not have to be present to win.

Stewart Creek Park , 3700 Sparks Road

Take part in this annual race along the beautiful Shoreline Trail and through the Ridgepointe neighborhood. Enjoy beautiful scenery, cooler weather, and a free post-run adult beverage. All proceeds benefit the Angels Fall Up Foundation to support cancer research.

visitthecolonytx.com/calendar.aspx

John L. Kuykendall Events Center and Arena, 2200 RR 152

The bulls are back in town and cowboys attempt to tame them and hold on for eight seconds.

llanopbr.com

Barrow Brewing Company, 108 Royal St.

The Barrow Volksride supports the brave men and women of the Salado Volunteer Fire Department. Riders choose from 16-, 32-, 66-, or 100-mile routes in the scenic Central Texas Hill Country. Routes start and finish at Barrow Brewing Company and cover roads from Holland to Belton and Nolanville. The 66- and 100- mile routes are a challenge with 2,500 degrees of climb. The event ends with a cold pint and a hot, fresh pretzel at the finish line. Enjoy the Oktoberfest celebration after your ride.

barrowbrewing.com/volksride

The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.

Award-winning musician Terri Hendrix returns to the Bugle Boy with Lloyd Maines. Both members of the Bugle Boy Foundation’s Artist Advisory Committee, the always-entertaining duo is a truly special show.

thebugleboy.org/tickets

Promenade Park Amphitheater, 201 W. McIntyre St.

Los Muertos Bailan (The Dead Dance) Block Party celebrates life, memory, and the Mexican and borderlands tradition of Día de los Muertos.

edinburgarts.com

Houston Botanic Garden, 1 Botanic Lane

Glass in Flight, by Tucson artist Alex Heveri, makes its Texas debut with 21 steel and hand-cut Dalle de Verre glass sculptures of gigantic, realistic insects including butterflies, dragonflies, and beetles. Sunlight through the colored glass mimics the transparency and iridescence of insect wings, intensifying the illusion of movement and life.

hbg.org/glassinflight

Downtown El Paso, 208 E. Main St.

The stars of El Paso’s culinary scene collide with acclaimed local chefs and wine experts. Located in the heart of downtown El Paso, the tasting features 500 wines from around the world plus food from 25 of El Paso’s finest restaurants.

elpasowinefest.com

Downtown Bonham, 101 E. Sam Rayburn Drive

Classic trucks and cars, hot rods, and bikes convene in downtown for a car show with entertainment by Justin Pickard and the Thunderbird Winos.

cityofbonham.org/169/visitor-center

The Legends Community, 105 Rangeway Circle

Sample the best of the Hill Country’s food and wine suppliers at the inaugural Hill Country Food and Wine Festival.

kingslandchamber.org

Victoria Fine Arts Center, 1002 Sam Houston Drive

Join the Victoria Symphony Orchestra for an evening of music with Grammy Award-nominated cellist Tina Guo. The performance includes works by Johannes Brahms, Claude Debussy, Richard Strauss, and Frank Guida.

victoriasymphony.com

Various locations, 119 N. Second St.

As fall rolls in, Canadian celebrates leaf-peeping season with nature tours, an art show, and arts and crafts.

canadiantx.com

Wayne Ferguson Plaza, Old Town, 150 W. Church St.

Best Little Brewfest is a ticketed, 100% charity beer festival that features craft breweries from around Texas, the U.S., and the world. Some wine and ciders are also included. Adult tickets include a souvenir tasting cup, tasting card for 12 samples, access to retail vendors and food trucks, and live music.

bestlittlebrewfestintexas.com

Historic Casino Hall, 254 N. Jefferson St.

The semi-annual Historic Walking Tour brings locals and visitors to historic downtown to learn about the history of La Grange. This is a free event and open to the public, but you must reserve a space.

cityoflg.com/tourism

Nash Farm, 626 Ball St.

Jump feet-first into fall during Grapevine’s historic Fall Roundup. This family-friendly event takes you back in time. Guests can learn about processing grain, see farm animals, enjoy campfire cooking demonstrations and other historic demonstrations, experience rope making, take pony and wagon rides, play games, and feast on a beans and cornbread lunch.

grapevinetexasusa.com/nash-farm/events/nash-farm-fall-roundup/

Chappell Hill Luxury RV Resort, 7791 FM 2447, Chappell Hill, TX 77426

Kerrville Municipal Olympic Pool, 601 Olympic Drive

Enjoy a night of goosebumps, spooks, and screams at the Olympic Pool, which is transformed into a ghoulish haunted house. There are family-friendly tours in the evening, followed by scarier tours—when the haunted attractions come to life—for older kids and adults.

kerrvilletx.gov

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, 299 SH 332 West

Watch volunteers collect baseline data on bird populations at the sanctuary. The monthly banding station is an excellent opportunity to see birds up close and to learn about the birds of the Brazosport area.

gcbo.org

Lake Jackson Historical Museum, 249 Circle Way

Lake Jackson Historical Association presents this event that celebrates Día de los Muertos, families, and Mexican heritage. Tour the museum’s exhibit about Day of the Dead while enjoying crafts, performances, and food trucks.

ljhistory.org

Postoffice District, From 21st to 25th and Postoffice streets

The Grand 1894 Opera House presents this 25th annual juried art festival that takes place in Galveston’s historic downtown Postoffice District, among the city’s many shops, restaurants, and galleries. See artwork created by artists from all over the country.

artoberfest.com

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

Formed in 1994, MercyMe is a contemporary Christian music band founded in Edmond, Oklahoma. The group has won eight Dove awards and many Grammy Awared nominations.

texastrustcutheatre.com

Sherman Municipal Grounds, 405 N. Rusk St.

Come out for the “cooler” version of Sherman’s Hot Summer Nights summer outdoor concert series. Feel free to pack a cooler or just show up and enjoy the delicious food trucks on-site. Grab friends, family, and lawn chairs for the official conclusion of the city of Sherman’s 29th annual Hot Summer Nights.

shermantx.org

Main Plaza, 100 N. Main St.

This Oktoberfest-inspired festival comes complete with local beer vendors, music, food truck eats, a raffle, prizes, pet adoptions, a petting zoo, doggy dash races, and other festivities.

hcaltx.org/barktoberfest

The Agricultural Museum and Arts Center, 102 City Park Road

Come watch antique tractors from around Texas as they compete to pull the heaviest weight the farthest. There are also hayrides, music, food trucks, craft vendors, and a wholesome fun atmosphere.

theagricultural.org

Kendall County Youth Ag and Equestrian Center, 648 FM 289 in Comfort

The Wild Game Dinner is the premier fundraiser for the Kendall County Jr. Livestock Association. Come feast on fine food (past events have had bacon-wrapped quail, fried alligator and axis, and wild boar chili verde) from returning cook teams as well as a few new ones.

kendallcountywildgamedinner.com

Cave Without a Name , 325 Kreutzberg Road

Just before Halloween, come hear haunting stories, haunting music, and haunting humor with some haunting surprises thrown in as well. It’s spooky fun for all ages.

cavewithoutaname.com

Pipe Creek General Store and Dancehall, 9878 SH 16 South

It’s time to fiesta. This event at historic Pipe Creek General Store and Dancehall features live music, food, shopping, pony rides, and other festivities

banderacowboycapital.com

Legacy West, 5908 Headquarters Drive

The fifth annual Plano Food and Wine Festival showcases over 100 wines (many award winning), foods from local restaurants, culinary demos from local chefs, and merchandise from local boutiques and shops.

planofoodandwinefestival.com

Paschall Park, 1001 New Market Road

This family-friendly event celebrates the fall season. Dress in your costume and come out to enjoy the festivities that include carnival games, bounce houses, activities for kids, live professional jousting with the “Birds of Prey Show,” a community stage with music and dance performances, and a trick-or-treat area.

cityofmesquite.com

Twin Canyons Ranch, 7631 Hayworth Highway

Created for participants of all skill levels, the weekend features three signature Spartan events including the 5K, 20-obstacle Sprint, half-marathon, 30-obstacle Beast, and a true test of endurance, the 50K, 60-obstacle Ultra. There are kids’ events, featuring age-specific distances and obstacles. The events take place separately, allowing attendees to participate in multiple formats from each brand throughout the weekend.

visitgranbury.com/spartan

Cedar Hill State Park, 1570 FM 1382 West

Celebrate the history of what “harvest” means to the diverse cultures in Dallas County. The park is hosting various events and demonstrations throughout the day that explore the different harvest happenings that occur throughout the fall season. All events are held at the Penn Farm Agricultural Heritage Center.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/cedar-hill

Atlanta State Park, 927 Park Road 42

At this all-day festival for park visitors and the community to celebrate 100 years of Texas State Parks, grab a bite to eat, play games, listen to music, take in the vintage atmosphere, and bring the kids to meet Bobber the Dog and Smokey the Bear.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/atlanta

Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site, 6900 Hueco Tanks Road No. 1

The 29th annual Community Fair is an opportunity to explore Hueco Tanks and learn more about the beautiful nature and history of the region. The fair offers an experience for the entire family. Enjoy wildlife presentations, traditional Native American demonstrations, various tours throughout the day, and educational exhibits and booths. Try rock climbing and pack a picnic.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/hueco-tanks

Big Spring State Park, No. 1 Scenic Drive

Celebrate pollinators by visiting with exhibitors, making crafts, participating in the Texas Pollinator Bioblitz, and other activities.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/big-spring

Purtis Creek State Park, 14225 FM 316 North

Come learn about an amazing network of volunteer wildlife rehabilitators who have chosen to care for those creatures who have found themselves needing a little extra care to survive. Meet rehabilitators from all over northeast Texas educating people about what they do and showcasing animals currently in their care.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/purtis-creek

Sheldon Lake State Park and Environmental Learning Center, 14140 Garrett Road

The annual Halloween in the Park is back. Like in previous years, visitors are welcome to come out to the park to enjoy festive themed crafts, meet with community exhibitors, try and find bats on top of the 82-foot John Jacob Observation Tower, and try the Spooky Trail...if you dare.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake

Estero Llano Grande State Park, 3301 S. International Blvd. (Farm-to-Market Road 1015)

Bring your friends and family of all ages, in costume if you like, to this annual fall festival that attracts more than 1,000 visitors. This year’s theme is “Dragons over Estero!” Take a close look at the local dragons (lizard, alligators, and dragonflies) and enjoy traditional festive fare including food vendors, costume contests, tram rides, and popular activities like archery, fishing, a DJ, face painting, a maze, storytelling, poisonous/edible wild plant education, live animals like snakes and spiders, games, and fun with chemistry.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/estero-llano-grande

Sunnyland Outdoor Living, 7879 Spring Valley #125

http://www.northtexaseggfest.com

Cisco TX Pie Fest, 309 Conrad Hilton Blvd

www.ciscotxpiefest.com

Cisco TX Pie Fest, 309 Conrad Hilton Blvd

www.ciscotxpiefest.com

CHF Biennial Home Tour , 614 High Street (Tour Starting Point)

Comfort Heritage Foundation.org

Krause’s Cafe, 148 S. Castell Ave.

As one of the most popular events at Krause’s, dachshund races are a fun and funny time with your favorite wiener dog. The top four racers are asked back for the race finals in December. Medals are awarded for best-dressed wiener dog and race winners, and food and supply donations are being accepted at the event for the Humane Society of the New Braunfels Area.

krausescafe.com/events/category/ticketed-event

Sea Center Texas, 302 Medical Drive

Dress up in a Halloween costume and enjoy crafts, games, and other special programming while surrounded by the fish-filled, floor-to-ceiling aquariums.

tpwd.texas.gov/fishing/sea-center-texas

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

“Celebrating David Bowie,” a live tribute to the legendary musician who passed away in 2016, was first performed in Los Angeles and has since toured internationally, with different artists joining the tour. The latest iteration includes musicians Adrian Belew, Peter Murphy, and Scrote, founder and producer of the event, and Royston Langdon.

texastrustcutheatre.com

Frontier Times Museum, 510 13th St.

On the fourth Sunday of each month, the Frontier Times Museum hosts this afternoon jamboree with live music, storytelling, and fun for all ages.

frontiertimesmuseum.org

Omni Houston Hotel, 4 Riverway

https://thewomensfund.org/events/rockin-resiliency-luncheon-2023/

Corsicana Palace Theatre, 112 W. Sixth Ave.

Join Fred Espenak, a retired astrophysicist from NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center, as he takes the stage to talk about the total solar eclipse. Also known as “Mr. Eclipse”, he worked with infrared spectrometers to probe the atmospheres of the planets and is known for his work predicting and observing solar eclipses.

corsicanaeclipse.com/history

Frontier Times Museum, 510 13th St.

The Frontier Times Museum presents Texas artist Joan Estes’ elaborate “Día de los Muertos” altar, on view Oct. 23-Nov. 4. Bring the whole family to the Family Activity Day on Oct. 28, with Day of the Dead-themed activities for kids, sugar skulls, and pan de muerto (“bread of the dead”).

frontiertimesmuseum.org

German Free School, 507 E. 10th St.

The German-Texan Heritage Society holds their annual festival featuring kid-friendly activities during the day along with live music and authentic German food.

germantexans.org/oktoberfest

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Nolan County Coliseum, 220 Coliseum Drive

Local businesses put up Halloween decorations and hand out treats to children. Some businesses and organizations have games and festive food.

sweetwatertexas.org

Freestone County Courthouse , 118 E. Commerce St.

The courthouse is set for a spooky and fun evening as several vendors set up to hand out candy to children in the community. Surrounding churches also have trunk or treats and fall festivals within walking distances.

fairfieldtexaschamber.com

Victoria Community Center, 2905 E. North St.

Learn about the farming and ranching industries from educational programs, classes, speakers, and exhibitors. Programs are offered for adults and children.

southtexasfarmandranchshow.com

Millennium Hotel Paris Charles de Gaulle, Htelire 2 Alle Du Verger Roissy En France, 95700 Paris, France

https://neonatology.pediatricsconferences.org/

Various locations

Recognized as one of the top film festivals in the country, this cinematic event shines the spotlight on both top-billed films and indies alike. The Austin Film Festival’s mission is to further the art and craft of storytelling by inspiring and championing the work of writers, filmmakers, and all artists who use written and visual language to tell a story.

austinfilmfestival.com

Clute Municipal Park, 100 Parkview Drive

Drive through Clute Municipal Park and trick-or-treat your way through to see the sights and sounds of the Spooky Trail.

clutetexas.gov

Various locations, Downtown

Recognized as one of the top film festivals in the country, this cinematic event shines the spotlight on both top-billed films and Indies alike. The Austin Film Festival’s mission is to further the art and craft of storytelling by inspiring and championing the work of writers, filmmakers, and all artists who use written and visual language to tell a story.

austinfilmfestival.com

Various locations

This independent festival has grown from a small word-of-mouth event to an internationally acclaimed, full-weekend event that attracts bands and attendees from all over the world.

levitation.fm

Downtown , 109 Depot St.

Held the fourth Saturday of October, this annual festival features handmade arts and crafts, live music, food, kids’ activities, and plenty of pig puns. Special events include Lindsy Kay Wing Children’s Costume Pet Parade, Road Hog Car Show, Gordon Swenson Memorial Barbecue Pork-Off, and Cow Patty Bingo. The Hogeye Stroll takes place Thursday and includes the Pearls Before Swine Art Show and the the Hogalicious Dessert Contest. On Friday, there’s a street dance with Kenny Orts and No Chance.

elgintx.com

Clute Municipal Park, 100 Parkview Drive

Celebrate the autumn season by participating in the costume contest, trick-or-treating, and enjoying other spooky activities.

clutetexas.gov

Freeport Municipal Park, 410 S. Brazosport Blvd.

This haunted evening features a costume contest, goodie bags, and scary but family-oriented fun.

freeport.tx.us

Galveston Seawall, 25th Street and Seawall Boulevard

The Harvest Moon Regatta sets sail from Galveston, leaving from a historic pleasure pier where visitors and islanders alike can watch as the sailboats make their way to Port Aransas.

lakewoodyachtclub.com

Travis and Wall streets, Downtown , 100 N. Travis St.

This ninth annual trick-or-treat event takes place in historic downtown Sherman (North Travis Street from Houston up to Chase Bank, and on Wall Street from Travis to North Walnut streets). The event is a safe, family-friendly, and fun way to kick off Halloween and let kiddos show off their great costumes.

shermantx.org

Downtown Square, 100 W. Columbia St.

Learn about San Augustine history and visit historical sites while at the annual Sassafras Festival. The square is packed with food and craft vendors, and the famous, one-of-a-kind grapefruit highball drink made from secret ingredients is a must try.

sanaugustinecochamber.com

First Lutheran Church and Adjacent Streets, 2415 Winnie St.

Island Oktoberfest brings historic downtown Galveston alive with an annual festival filled with great music, German-style food and libations, dancing, children’s activities, holiday shopping, and lots of fellowship and fun for the entire family. Admission is free.

galvestonoktoberfest.com

South Texas Botanical Gardens and Nature Center, 8545 S. Staples St.

Spend a casual, relaxing evening with cocktails, food stations, and music as you stroll through floral exhibits under moonlight. The evening benefits South Texas Botanical Gardens and Nature Center’s educational programming.

stxbot.org

Somervell County Expo, 202 E. Bo Gibbs Drive

Paleontologists and fossil collectors are set up for visitors to see all types of fossils. Some fossils are for sale.

dallaspaleo.org/fossilmania

The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.

Keyboard marvel and Galveston favorite Rob Landes takes the stage for his specially created, improvised musical score to accompany the showing of John Barrymore’s 1920 silent film classic, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.

thegrand.com

Evergreen Cemetery, 1868 N. Vine St.

Experience live theater in a historic cemetery setting. Visit with townspeople, portrayed by actors, at their gravesites and learn about their history. The information presented is historically accurate and entertaining.

victoriapreservation.com

The Ballroom at Spider House , 2906 Fruth St.

Encounter the shadows of the night where only the undead gather in an immersive, adults-only Halloween show. “Undead” features local and professional theater and dance artists across multiple disciplines, engrossing the audience in an evening of classic Halloween creatures, suspense, comedy, and of course, ballet. Halloween costumes are welcome.

ventanaballet.com/undead

Green DeWitt Cemetery, County Road 197

A spooky adventure awaits you at the Green Dewitt Cemetery. Here Mexican troops camped between Sept. 29 and Oct. 1, 1835, awaiting delivery of the Gonzales cannon. Colonists refused to surrender the cannon and the Mexican army retreated toward Bexar, where on Oct. 2, 5 miles west, the Texians overtook them. The Battle of Gonzales ensued with Texians as victors. Come join the tour about this tantalizing tale of fright.

tourgonzales.com

Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St.

This two-day event features local artists and crafters selling one-of-a-kind items. Also, join in the Fall Crawl shopping event for prizes throughout the weekend and a chance to win a seasonal giveaway.

kacckerrville.com

Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27

Billing itself as “Texas’ premier yarn, fiber, fabric, and farm festival,” this event celebrates fiber producers, artists, teachers, and enthusiasts. Vendors offer products and art, teachers and speakers present classes from fiber arts to animal husbandry practices, and pioneer demonstrations range from sheep herding to washing and dying of fleeces. There are exhibits and several smaller events.

texasfleeceandfiber.com

Varner Hogg Plantation State Historic Site, 1702 N. 13th St.

Celebrate autumn and harvest time at this annual festival. Spend a fun-filled afternoon exploring the plantation and strolling through the barn to see the tools and wagons used during the harvests of the 1800s. Take a hayride, learn about sugar cane, snap pictures with a scarecrow, and enjoy crafts and storytelling.

visitvarnerhoggplantation.com

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

See the two legendary Motown Records bands perform their classic hits, such as “Baby I Need Your Loving” and “It’s the Same Old Song” (The Four Tops) and “My Girl” and “Just My Imagination (The Temptations).

texastrustcutheatre.com

Kendall County Fairgrounds, 1307 River Road

Be prepared to get your pants scared off at the Kendall County Fair Queen’s Court’s annual haunted house fundraiser. Expect to find family fun for all.

kcfa.org

Menil Drawing Institute, 1412 W. Main St.

This exhibition represents an exploration of the artist’s work through the generative role the entwined actions of drawing and writing played within her practice. Darboven is best known for her immersive installations of individually framed sheets filled with written formulations and collaged images, and at the heart of her practice is the question of how to picture the unfolding of history, time, and one’s place within both.

menil.org

Granbury Square, 201 E. Pearl St.

Harvest Moon Festival of the Arts celebrates over 100 of the best fine art and fine crafts artists all over the country. Presented by the Historic Granbury Merchants Association, this long-running festival showcases artists, makers, and craftspeople. In addition to artist gallery booths, the event offers food, local entertainment and seasonal activities.

facebook.com/harvestmoongranbury

Downtown

The fourth annual Halloweentown in historic downtown Bryan offers a family-friendly event with trick-or-treating, a costume contest, photo stations, kids’ crafts, and other spooky yet kid-friendly fun.

destinationbryan.com/halloweentown

7A Ranch, 333 Wayside Dr.

wimberleyplayers.org

Horsehead Crossing on the Pecos River, Ranch Road 11 and Horsehead Road

https://www.pecoscountyhistoricalcommission.org/horsehead-crossing-celebration

Golden Sweet Potato Festival Grounds, 5921 FM 779

What began as a community event and fundraiser has since morphed into one of the largest events in Wood County. It's a time for family and class reunions, and for celebrating the sweet potato harvest. Festivities includes a live sweet potato auction, pageantry, mutton bustin', a 5K, parade, and a gospel night.

goldensweetpotatofestival.org

Mason Town Square, 201 Fort McKavitt St.

Enjoy the work of talented artists and winemakers during the Arts and Wine Fest. A whole host of local artists and craftspeople, Mason winemakers, and Texas winemakers featuring wines made with Mason County grapes line the sidewalks with their creations.

business.masontxcoc.com/community-calendar

Caldwell Zoo, 2203 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

One of the biggest Halloween events in the Tyler area, Boo at the Zoo is packed full of activities and experiences that showcase the spirit of the season. This year, there’s more decorations and activities for ghouls, goblins, princesses, and superheroes of all ages.

caldwellzoo.org

The Magnolia Hotel , 203 S. Crockett St.

The owners of the 1840 Magnolia Hotel invite the public to attend this open house, with docents in period costumes available to answer history questions. The hotel began as a two-room log cabin built by the co-founder and original Texas Ranger, James Campbell. After his death, the log cabin became Seguin’s first and longest-running stagecoach stop. Then in 1846, a three-room limecrete hotel was added in the back. In 1850, the two-story wood framed building was added, making it the most elegant hotel in Texas. It has been fully restored by the owners and is known as the “Queen of Seguin.”

facebook.com/historicmagnoliahotel

Carpenter Hall—Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd.

Let composers John Williams, Edvard Grieg, Johann Strauss, Camille Saint-Saëns, Modest Mussorgsky, Dmitri Shostakovich, and Paul Dukas take you on a journey that shivers your fancy with spooky tunes to delight the spirits.

irvingsymphony.org

New Braunfels Downtown Association, 500 Main Plaza

This community festival celebrates Día de los Muertos and Hispanic culture in New Braunfels. The event features live music on two stages, face painting with two dedicated face-painting stations and talented artists on hand to transform your look, and a kids’ area (El Mundo de los Niños) with games, activities, and craft making. There are also vendors selling food, beer, arts and crafts goods, jewelry, decorations, clothing, and accessories. Money raised benefits scholarships for numerous local high school students attending the National Hispanic Institute and numerous nonprofit organizations.

playinnewbraunfels.com/event/dia-de-los-muertos-festival-downtown-new-braunfels!/44113

Gruene Historic District, 1724 Hunter Road

Featuring the work of over 80 Texas potters and clay artists, the festival offers the opportunity to view and purchase a wide variety of pottery from traditional to sculptural by the top clay artists in the state. Watch and learn as demonstrations are held in four tents throughout both days.

texasclayfestival.com

Nacogdoches Cigar Company, 325 E. Main St.

A day filled with premium cigars, delicious food, live music, cold drinks, and great company sums up Tobaccodoches. Three different ticket options are available.

facebook.com/events/1192233051451966

South Main Street

Del Rio celebrates the spooky season with food trucks, games, a parade, costume contest, and vendors.

facebook.com/delriodown townassociation

Spring Park, 603 E. First St.

Bring the kids out for a fun and safe Halloween experience. The park has bounce houses and patrons passing out candy to kids, and it’s all free.

hschamber.org

Robinson Park, 123 Robinson Park Drive

Enjoy pumpkins, food, and fun at this free event. Bring your carved pumpkins and enjoy the evening float and glow as you see lots of carved and lit pumpkins gliding across the Llano River. Witches, fairies, pirates, and mermaids are welcome, as costumes are encouraged.

facebook.com/llanoriverpumpkinfloat

Downtown Paris, 8 W. Plaza

The 23rd annual Festival of Pumpkins draws in more than 1,000 people with over 60 vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, bounce houses, contests, and kids’ games.

paristexas.gov/322/festival-of-pumpkins

Mission Marquee Plaza, 3100 Roosevelt

Over the years, the annual Dia de los Muertos celebration has featured live performances, interactive and educational workshops, arts and crafts activities for kids including face painting, vendors and artisans, and a community altar.

missionmarquee.com

Blanco County Courthouse Square, 101 E. Pecan Drive

Held the fourth weekend of the month, this open-air market features vendors and artisans selling handmade or locally produced products in the heart of Texas wine country.

johnsoncitytexas.info

Stagecoache Event Venue, 400 Old Comanche Road

Pick your perfect pumpkin at the pumpkin patch that has the freshest pumpkins around, perfect for carving or decorating. Festivities also include bounce houses, vendors, food trucks, and live music to keep the whole family entertained.

AIA Austin Homes Tour, 801 W. 12th St.

The 37th annual American Institute of Architects Austin Homes Tour showcases diversity and design excellence. The autumn Austin staple is a self-guided tour of both new and newly-renovated homes designed by local, best-in-field architects.

aiaaustin.org/homes-tour

Republic of Texas Plaza Park, 5117 N. Main St.

The porches of the Baytown Historical Preservation Association’s historic homes are each decorated in different Halloween themes, and children can trick-or-treat from each of them. Costumes are encouraged, and children’s activities include pumpkin decorating and fun games. They can look spooktacular by having their faces painted by the National Art Honor Society from Goose Creek Memorial High School. Visit the Wooster School, and take a seat in an authentic 1894 school desk to listen to the schoolmarm recite a Halloween story.

baytownhistory.org

SPI Birding, Nature Center, and Alligator Sanctuary, 6801 Padre Blvd.

Treat the family to a friendly holiday event in celebration of the fall migration of the monarch butterfly.

sopadre.com/events

The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.

The world-renowned Ronan Tynan returns to The Grand 1894 Opera House for a spectacular solo performance of “An Evening with Song.” Tynan is an Irish tenor singer and former paralympic athlete.

thegrand.com

The small town of Bonham celebrates Halloween with a parade, costumes, and trick-or-treating.

Brown County Museum of History, 209 N. Broadway

After the sheriff and his family abruptly departed the world, no one was left to tend to the prisoners locked away in the cells above them. They were left upstairs to wither, and soon they joined the sheriff in the grave. Though their bodies may be cold in the ground, their souls still roam the halls and the cells of the old Brown County jail. Don’t believe it? See it for yourself if you dare.

browncountymuseum.org

Eighth Avenue City Park, North Eighth Avenue

The annual event showcases arts and crafts and local food vendors and includes a barbecue cookoff, car show, volleyball tournament, cornhole tournament, costume contest for the kids, and a free gunslinger show.

teaguechamberofcommerce.org

Farmers Market, 201 N. Chestnut St.

Families and kids of all ages can anticipate having a great time when they make their way around the multitude of businesses lined up to hand out candy. Attendees have a chance to win prizes when they enter the costume contest.

gainesvillecofc.com

Salvation Army Kroc Center, 201 Holdsworth Drive

Come for the fun and stay for the festivities. Along with the 5K run/walk, expect lots of candy, a bounce house, face painting, carnival games, a cake walk, and other fall-themed activities.

kerrvillekroc.org

Museum of Western Art, 1550 Bandera Highway

Costumes are encouraged for kids (adults may dress up, too) at this fun-filled, family-oriented event that includes music, food trucks, and spooky entertainment.

museumofwesternart.com

Varner Hogg Plantation State Historic Site, 1702 N. 13th St.

Take a spooky nighttime stroll through the woods to the plantation’s 1840s-era Patton Family Cemetery, and learn about mortality on the plantation during the 19th century and the dangers of the early Texas wilderness.

visitvarnerhoggplantation.com

MacLean Park, 91 Lake Road

This certified 5K course takes runners throughout MacLean Park in Lake Jackson. Finishers receive T-shirts, and awards are giving to overall male and female finishers and to the top 3 finishers in all age categories. There is also a Kids 1K. Costumes are encouraged, and expect monster-themed decorations on the course.

lakejackson-tx.gov

Lake Jackson Civic Center, 333 SH 332

At Boo Bash, visitors can enjoy carnival games, costume contests, and other Halloween fun.

lakejackson-tx.gov

Downtown , 100 W. Main St.

The 27th annual festival highlights the artists, craftspeople, musicians, and cooks of the Lone Star State, many of whom have been featured on “Texas Country Reporter” over the years.

waxahachiecvb.com

H.E.A.R.T.S. Veterans Museum , 463 SH 75 North

Come early and decorate your vehicle for the kids to do some Halloween trick-or-treating.

heartsmuseum.com

Old Town Theatre, 1023 12th St.

Sons of Bocephus started with musicians who share a passion for great country music and Southern rock created by Hank Williams Jr. Today, the group performs one of the best known tribute shows in the area.

oldtowntheatre-huntsville.org

Downtown , 1203 University Ave.

The festival includes carnival-themed games, giveaways, crafts, and trick-or-treating for all ages. If that is not enough for you, dress in your best Halloween costume to be entered into the costume contest.

huntsvillemainstreet.com

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

Don’t miss Brincos Dieras with Tito el Rachero, Jose Luis Zagar and El Chulo at the Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie.

texastrustcutheatre.com

Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark, 2970 Epic Place

Calling all ghouls and goblins! Epic Waters hosts this twist on bobbing for apples, where revelers plunge for pumpkins.

epicwatersgp.com

The Woodlands Waterway, 2099 Lake Robbins Drive

This chip-timed 5K course winds throughout the Waterway, providing a scenic route and fun, enjoyable atmosphere fostering friendly competition for runners of all abilities. Runners are encouraged to dress in their best glow costumes in the spirit of Halloween.

visitthewoodlands.com

The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion , 2007 Lake Robbins Drive

Wear a cowboy hat and boots to this show, just in case you get caught on camera. Last time Parker McCollum performed at the Pavilion, he recorded his music video for “Handle on You.” This skilled country singer (who grew up just north of The Woodlands) is joined by the Josh Abbott Band.

woodlandscenter.org

Hill Country Mile, 100 N. Main St.

Trick or treat all day long in and around the Hill Country Mile. Kids and adults are encouraged to come in costume and fill their candy buckets while leisurely shopping and strolling through Boerne’s historic downtown.

hillcountrymile.com

Downtown Plano Historic Arts District, 1021 E. 15th St.

Rest in Plano Fest is a free Halloween-themed festival for all ages. The Apparition Expedition gives visitors a peek into Plano’s paranormal past by way of a walking tour through the city’s haunted history. Ghoulish guides lead you into homes and businesses full of true tales of the macabre.

visitplano.com

Opal Lawrence Historical Park, 711 E. Kearney St.

Fall is the time to seed bluebonnets for spring blooms. Wear your boots, spread seeds, and stomp around.

historicmesquite.org

Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 N. Galloway Ave.

Experience Día de los Muertos Mesquite-style at the Mesquite Arts Center. Celebrate the cultural traditions of the holiday with sugar skull painting, folklorico dancers, and other activities and entertainment.

mesquiteartscenter.org

Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 N. Galloway Ave.

The Mesquite Symphony Orchestra performs “Adventures of Youth,” featuring John Williams’ “The Adventures of Indiana Jones,” a world premiere by local composer Nicolas Miranda, Julia Wolfe’s “Fountain of Youth,” and the bilingual version of Sergei Prokofiev’s “Peter and the Wolf” (“Pedro y el Lobo”).

mesquitesymphony.org

Sauer-Beckmann Farm , 501 State Park Rd 52

What better way to celebrate the past 100 years of Texas State Parks and look forward to 100 more years than enjoying s’mores with family or friends? Join a park ranger for a family-friendly campfire at the Sauer-Beckmann Farm to make s’mores to celebrate 100 years of Texas State Parks.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lyndon-b-johnson

Old Tunnel State Park, 10619 Old San Antonio Road

Learn about bats and the important role they play in the environment. Explore the history of the Fredericksburg/San Antonio Railroad and the Old Tunnel. Expect booths with activities related to the bats, the railroad, and dark skies/astronomy.The celebration concludes with an astronomy program and a tour of the night sky, viewing visible planets and the moon using telescopes.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/old-tunnel

Downtown Sanger Park, 300 Bolivar St

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Abilene Convention Center, 1100 N 6th St

https://abiphil.com/shows/firebird/

Travis Park, 806 Travis

Community members create altars and participate in a two-block procession to the altar area. Aztec dancers perform and also bless the altars, mariachi bands play, and vendors sell their authentic wares.

facebook.com/losmuertoswf

Four Seasons Austin, 98 San Jacinto Blvd

https://www.swansongs.org/news-and-events/2023-swan-songs-serenade

Downtown Corsicana, 118 N. Beaton St.

Many retail stores are open downtown to hand out candy and prizes. Look forward to trick-or-treating, pictures in Pocket Park, children’s events, and rides.

visitcorsicana.com

Brownwood Depot Plaza, 600 E. Depot St.

Bring the family to collect lots of candy and goodies and enjoy fun activities including a Halloween costume contest with different categories to enter in.

Somervell County Expo, 202 E. Bo Gibbs Drive

The Extreme Cowboy Association (EXCA) has developed the official competitive structure for all EXCA members in regions across the U.S., Canada, and Europe. Each region offers local and regional championship competitions that lead to the EXCA World Championship competition. This is a competition of agility and teamwork between horse and rider.

extremecowboyassociation.com

Fayette County Courthouse Square, 151 N. Washington St.

La Grange Main Street’s annual Trick or Treat on the Square gives youngsters a safe place to go door to door for candy and to show off their costumes. All participating businesses have a sign in their window or on their door to identify them as participants.

cityoflg.com/tourism

Hearne Chamber of Commerce , Cedar Street

Cedar Street closes down for businesses, individuals, and the Hearne Police Department along with the Hearne Chamber of Commerce to pass out candy, treats, and other goodies.

hearnechambertx.com

Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive

Visit the park for an evening of safe and traditional family fun. Activities include trick-or-treating, games, and a costume contest.

kerrvilletx.gov

Bandera City Park, 1102 Maple St.

Nightmare on Maple Street is the place to be in the Hill Country. The Bandera Marshal’s Office hosts its annual Halloween Trunk or Treat in the Bandera City Park. This year features costume contests, best trunk contests, bounce houses, music with DJ Big E, door prizes, and kids’ activities.

cityofbandera.org

Delia White’s Property, 22970 FM 170

The first cookoff in 1967, created and promoted by Frank X. Tolbert and friends, only had two cooks, New Yorker H. Allen Smith, and Texas legend Wick Fowler. It was supposed to settle the dispute over who knew more about chili-Texans or New Yorkers. There were three judges and the contest ended in a draw. The event now brings in thousands of attendees and each year, chili cooks participate in their local area sanctioned events, earning points toward qualification. Once qualified, the cook is invited to participate in the annual Terlingua championship.

abowlofred.com

Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road

The annual Garage and Estate Sale gives attendees a unique opportunity to purchase from tens of thousands of items at bargain prices. Ranging from jewelry, tools, vintage collectibles, and children’s clothing, there’s something for everyone. Shop 20 departments for treasures and walk away with great deals.

settlementhome.org/garage-sale

Granville Arts Center, 300 N. Fifth St.

Garland’s Día de los Muertos is a cultural and authentic celebration that focuses on honoring past loved ones and incorporates performances from mariachi, ballet folklórico, and “matachines,” (dance troupes). While many performances are student based, they are part of Garland ISD’s integration of Mexican culture in their performance arts programs. The students study and refine the performances all year round, making these productions just as breathtaking and sophisticated as developed dance troupes.

visitgarlandtx.com/dia-garland

Rudder Auditorium at Texas A&M University, 401 Joe Routt Blvd.

Direct from Broadway, “Mean Girls” is the hilarious hit musical about a naive newbie who falls prey to a trio of lionized frenemies. “Mean Girls” delivers with immense energy, a wicked sense of humor, and joyful inside jokes.

opastickets.org

Downtown , 109 Depot St.

Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a traditional holiday in Mexico and Latin America that honors life and death by exchanging mourning for celebration. Friends and family gather together to remember and pray for friends and family members who have died. Enjoy traditional altars, sugar skulls, a costume parade, children’s activities, and music.

elgintx.com

Robert A. “Bob” Bowers Civic Center, 3401 Cultural Drive

Come to this murder mystery dinner hosted by the Port Arthur Chamber of Commerce. Dress in your finest 1920s Mafia or film noir costume and act the part. Everyone’s a suspect but can you figure out who did what?

portarthurtexas.com

Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St.

The Texas Furniture Makers’ Show is an annual statewide competition of the finest custom furniture makers in Texas. The show is open Tuesdays through Saturdays,, with an artists reception on the evening of Nov. 11.

kacckerrville.com

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

Don’t miss Carlos Vives at the Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie.

texastrustcutheatre.com

Wurstfest, 120 Landa St.

Celebrate Texas’ German culture near the headwaters of the beautiful Comal River. Ten days of fun include good food, music, dancing, carnival rides and games, Texas and German beers, special events, and the finest Bavarian-style entertainment in the state.

wurstfest.com

Sanford Schmid Amphitheater, 250 W. Fairgrounds Road

Elwood P. Dowd insists on including his friend Harvey in all of his sister Veta’s social gatherings. Trouble is, Harvey is an imaginary 6.5-foot-tall rabbit. To avoid embarrassment for her family, Veta decides to have Elwood committed to a sanitarium. There, frantic Veta explains to staff that her years of living with Elwood’s hallucinations have caused her to see Harvey also, and so the doctors mistakenly commit her instead of her mild-mannered brother.

faycotheatre.com

The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.

Grammy Award-winning songwriter Susan Gibson returns to the Bugle Boy in La Grange. Gibson is known for her song “Wide Open Spaces,” which was taken to No. 1 by The Chicks.

thebugleboy.org/tickets

H-E-B Parking Lot, 705 S. Key Ave.

Grab a barbecue lunch and support the community as Lampasas welcomes hunters for the season. The first 250 people to stop by get a goodie bag.

lampasaschamber.org

Downtown Temple, Main Street

On the first Friday of every month, historic downtown Temple transforms into a giant party. Join along for live music and performances, great drinks, delicious food, and after-hours shopping.

downtowntemple.com

Distribution Hall, 1500 E. Fourth St.

Celebrate this year’s hemp harvest with Texas farmers, producers, manufacturers, and retailers. Enjoy live music, food trucks, adult and kid-friendly beverages, games, and great vendors.

texashempharvestfestival.com

Downtown Brenham, Baylor Street

Fresh, local foods and handmade products are available on the square on the first Friday of each month.

visitbrenhamtexas.com

Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences and National Ranching Heritage Center, 1300 Mac Davis Lane and 3121 Fourth St.

Craig Haythorn is the 45th recipient of the National Golden Spur Award, which recognizes an individual’s hard work and dedication to the ranching and livestock industries. Established in 1978, the award honors iconic industry leaders whose devotion to land and livestock has earned them notable respect and admiration from their peers. The evening also features a performance by recording artist Cody Johnson. Heritage Weekend rounds out the event, with tours and programming at the National Ranching Heritage Center.

goldenspurhonors.com

St. Michael’s Event Center, 100 Oak Drive

This holiday market, celebrating its 41st year and presented by the Women of St. Michael, offers a variety of vendors selling everything from Christmas decorations to pottery and clothes. It’s also known for serving its famous market café cheese soup.

brazosport.org

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

The Legends of Hip Hop is live concert with Juvenile, 8Ball and MJG, Goodie Mod, Scarface, Bun B, Tha Dogg Pound, and DJ Quik.

texastrustcutheatre.com

Pitser Garrison Civic Center, 601 N 2nd Street

https://www.angelinabeautifulclean.org/

Highland Arts Gallery, 318 Main St.

On the first two weekends in November, 80 artists from around town are showcasing recent and original works of art.

highlandartsguild.org

Davis Gallery and Framing, 837 W. 12th St.

Join in for an evening of art, drinks, and conversation at Davis Gallery and Framing’s new autumn exhibition, “Echo,” featuring Amy Banner Updegrove. Updegrove works with interior elements, woven fabrics and letterpress fonts to create state-of-being collage. She is a native Texan who has lived in New York and Los Angeles while working in design and media. She now spends her time in her home studio in Austin or traveling to collect elements for use in her art.

davisgalleryaustin.com/show/davis-gallery-amy-banner-updegrove---echo

New Braunfels Convention Center, 375 S. Castell Ave.

The New Braunfels Convention Center is transformed into a one-of-a-kind event, offering exciting experiences for everyone. From hair care products to tanning lotions and more, find everything you need at the New Braunfels Beauty and Wellness Show.

hillcountryconferences.com/new-braunfels-beauty-wellness-show

Bar K Park, 6608 Bar K Clubhouse Court

Brew enthusiasts sip craft beers and wine from Hill Country brewers and winemakers while indulging in great food from food trucks. Crafts offer a creative element to the day, while music lifts the soul.

northlaketravischamber.chamberspace.net/calendar

Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum, 315 W. Avenue B

Blues music has a rich and vibrant history. From the famous B.B. King to Billie Holiday, blues singers enraptured and transformed the music industry for years. Singing the Blues Family Day gives the opportunity to learn about blues music and how it changed the world.

templeparks.com

Cottonwood Shores Community Park, 4111 Cottonwood Drive

This one-of-a-kind theatrical event highlights the unique history of Cottonwood Shores, which has roots reaching back to the Texas Revolution as well as prehistoric Native American settlements. Participants embark on a hayride with an onboard tour guide who points out key historical sites in the city. The ride pauses at featured locations to hear from the “legends” who carved the paths for the current way of life in Texas Hill Country.

cottonwoodshores.org/legends-of-the-falls

Bill Franklin Center, 13152 SH 206

Coleman County shows its appreciation for hunters and the hunting industry with a steak dinner that includes drawings with rifles and other prizes to be given away.

colemancountytexas.com

Lockhart City Park, 504 City Park Road

Lockhart, the barbecue capital of Texas, welcomes some of the top 50 barbecue joints in the state for Texas Monthly’s Barbecue Fest. Attendees can expect barbecue samples, an artisan market, live music, and cooking demonstrations.

texasmonthly.com/event/2023-tm-bbq-fest-lockhart

Pioneer Farms, 10621 Pioneer Farms Drive

The largest gathering of Celts in Central Texas returns for its annual Celtic Festival. Internationally acclaimed as one of the few remaining festivals that celebrate the authentic music honed by the Celtic people, the Austin Celtic Festival goes beyond gimmicks to highlight traditions and achievements in a way that reminds audiences of the extraordinary craftsmanship and study that made places like Ireland and Scotland leaders in folk music and dance.

austincelticfestival.com

Old Settler’s Heritage Association, 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd.

Bring the kids to the 31st annual Fossil Fest to meet scientists, dig for fossils, check out specimens from around the world, and participate in family-friendly workshops.

austinpaleo.org/fest.html

Various locations

The Austin Studio Tour is a free, self-guided art event that takes place over three weekends and combines the West Austin Studio Tour and East Austin Studio Tour. The event provides opportunities for artists all over Austin to connect with each other and for the public to experience art in person.

bigmedium.org/austinstudiotour

Beach Waterpark, 33261 State Park Road 100

The goal with this 5K/10K is to make running fun by infusing the course with live entertainment along the way. After the race, there is a mariachi party, concert, and runners get a free taco and margarita or beer. This race is not timed.

sopadre.com/events

Downtown and Elgin VFW Post 6115, 109 Depot St. and 118 Old Sayers Road

Recognize the service of the community’s veterans with a morning parade in downtown Elgin, then take a veteran to lunch at the Elgin VFW.

elgintx.com

Buda Amphitheater and City Park, 204 San Antonio St.

Enjoy this live music festival event co-sponsored by the city of Buda and KOKE-FM. A line-up of performers is yet to be announced.

visitbudatx.com

Old Town Theatre, 1023 12th St.

Gene Watson grew up loving both bluesman Jimmy Reed and honky-tonk king Lefty Frizzell. His earliest public country performance came when he was just 12 years old. Years later, his singing attracted local backers who financed several small-label singles in Houston in the early 1970s. Watson first made the country charts with a single called “Bad Water” in 1975.

oldtowntheatre-huntsville.org

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

Joe Bonamassa’s career began onstage opening for B.B. King in 1989, when he was only 12 years old. Today, he is hailed worldwide as one of the greatest guitar players of his generation. The ever-evolving singer-songwriter has released 16 solo albums in the last 14 years.

texastrustcutheatre.com

True Grit Ranch, 6810 Old Granbury Road

The World’s Toughest Mudder is a 24-hour extreme endurance experience, where competitors battle it out overnight, running as many times as they can throughout a grueling 5-mile course.

visitgranbury.com/wtm

Sheldon Lake State Park and Environmental Learning Center, 14140 Garrett Road

At the annual Native Prairie Plant-a-thon volunteer event, help put thousands of native grasses and forbs back into the prairie as part of the park’s continued restoration efforts. Restore the coastal prairie and this unique coastal ecosystem that once covered the landscape of Houston and provides habitat for many birds, amphibians, and mammals. Families, children above 8 years of age, and large groups welcome.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake

Bastrop State Park, 100 Park Road 1A

In celebration of Texas State Parks turning 100, Bastrop State Park is hosting the Bastrop Field and Fun Fest. The event features booths from the Houston Zoo, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Archeology, a TPWD entomologist, and several others. The day starts with a bicycle parade on the paved Tree Army Trails. Walk around the booths and then join in on the field activities like the Houston Toad Hop.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/bastrop

Lake Casa Blanca International State Park, 5102 Bob Bullock Loop

Come out to Lake Casa Blanca State Park and experience everything that the park has to offer—from archery to hiking to fishing. Park day use entrance fees are waived for the event only. A detailed list of event times and locations of all activities is available on the date of the event.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lake-casa-blanca

Mother Neff State Park, 1921 Park Road 14

This fun fall celebration features nature hikes, storybook trails, children’s activities, demonstrations, and something for everyone to enjoy. There’s also the Leon River Dutch Oven Gang demonstrations, Smokey Bear, guided hikes, scavenger hunts, crafts, and history about the Civilian Conservation Corps.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/mother-neff

Bill Franklin, 13152 ST HWY 206

colemancountytexas.com

Auditorium Shores, 111 Sandra Muraida Way

For 17 years, the Gazelle Foundation has thrown the best race in town. Each November, over 5,000 runners and walkers take to the streets of downtown Austin for the annual Run for the Water 10-mile, 5K, and Kids K through a beautiful course. The race benefits the Gazelle Foundation, dedicated to providing clean water to the people of Burundi. Each registration equals clean water for one person for life.

runforthewater.com

Ballinger Community Center, 200 Crosson Ave.

The annual Hunters Appreciation Dinner includes raffle items, a silent auction, and vendors.

ballingerareachamberofcommerce.com

Nelson Wolff Stadium, 5757 US-90 W

www.cirquedusoleil.com/bazzar

The Woman’s Club of Fort Worth, 1326 Pennsylvania Ave.

This holiday gift-shopping fundraiser benefits the Woman’s Club of Fort Worth local charities and features a variety of goods including women’s fashions, scarves, puzzles, greeting cards, jewelry, wraps and hats, children’s Items, holiday and home décor, and gourmet food.

thewomansclubfw.com

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https://neurodisorders.neurologyconference.com/

Center for the Arts and Sciences, 400 College Blvd.

Featuring a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector and a variety of high-tech equipment, this show recreates the night sky as it appears to the naked eye, giving viewers a close-up look at comets, exploding stars, and black holes.

brazosportcenter.org

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The Texan, 201 S. Kilgore St.

The seventh annual REEL East Texas Film Festival features a variety of independent films from around the world, as well as workshops, panels, and networking opportunities for filmmakers. The festival is held at the historic Texan Theater and Old Post Office in Kilgore and offers a variety of films including narrative features, documentaries, shorts, and student films.

reeleasttexas.com

Amarillo Civic Center Complex, 401 S. Buchanan St.

The Working Ranch Cowboys Association produces the World Championship Ranch Rodeo as a means to showcase the skills of working ranch cowboys and to raise funds for the association’s foundation. Cowboys from ranches across the West participate in the competitions. The event also has a kids’ ranch rodeo, ranch equipment expo, cowboy poetry showcase, and an after-party with Jody Nix and the Texas Cowboys.

amarillociviccenter.com

Hill Country Mile, 100 N. Main St.

Diva Night is back, bursting with everything you love from your favorite shops: later shopping hours, cocktails, fun bites, music, and other festivities.

hillcountrymile.com

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Performing Arts Center, 6005 Ocean Drive, Unit 5723

pac.tamucc.edu

The Colony Five Star Complex, 4100 Blair Oaks Drive

Corresponding with Veterans Day, the city of The Colony hosts the ultimate celebration of service members and first responders. Friday marks the start of American Heroes, a two-day patriotic festival and concert series for all ages. Enjoy live music and honor our nation’s veterans with multiple ceremonies. There’s also a carnival and a stunning patriotic fireworks display set to music.

visitthecolonytx.com/calendar.aspx

Thomas Arnold Elementary School Grounds, Salado Museum and College Park, 423 S. Main St.

The 62nd annual gathering and games include the skirl of the bagpipes, the wearing of the tartan, tossing the caber, Highland dancing, Celtic entertainers, shopping, food, and fun. One of the main attractions is the Clan Village, the largest gathering of Scottish Clan tents in Texas where Clan members share information about Scottish history and genealogy. Heralding all things Scottish, this landmark event is the oldest Scottish festival in Texas and has been sponsored continuously by the Central Texas Area Museum, now Salado Museum and College Park, since 1959.

saladomuseum.org

The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.

Originally from New Mexico and fresh off her year at Berklee College of Music’s master’s degree program, singer/songwriter Jana Pochop returns to the Bugle Boy with her Americana and “folk-rap” music.

thebugleboy.org/tickets

Downtown Winnsboro, 200 Market St.

Take in juried artwork from 60-plus professional artists, sample wine from a dozen regional wineries, and enjoy culinary treats from local food vendors and live music. Admission to the event is free. This year’s festival features paintings, sculptures, jewelry, glasswork, photography, textiles, and more from professional artists locally and around the U.S. Several regional wineries are on site for tasting, retail sales, and pairing with specialty meats, cheeses, and gourmet olive oils.

winnsboroartandwinefestival.com

The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.

Steve has taken the art of impersonation and mimicry and honed it into a science. He masterfully weaves different dialects and crazy characters into his stories. These tales take on a life of their own as he recounts memorable moments from his past and makes hysterical observations of the things we all relate to happening around us today.

thegrand.com

Hill Country Arts Foundation, 120 Point Theatre Road

ArtMart is the Hill Country Arts Foundation’s annual shopping extravaganza of handmade arts and crafts by area artists. Find gift ideas that are perfect for holiday giving.

hcaf.com

H.E.A.R.T.S. Veterans Museum , 463 SH 75 North

Stop by the H.E.A.R.T.S. Veterans Museum for a barbecue lunch and cake-cutting ceremony to celebrate the Marine Corps’ birthday.

heartsmuseum.com

Espino Conference Center, 400 N. Harrison St.

The 28th annual Center for Big Bend Studies conference brings together historians, archaeologists, folklorists, and other researchers studying the past and present of the Big Bend region and northern Mexico.

cbbs.sulross.edu/conference

Downtown , 921 Main St.

Festivities for the 17th annual cruise and car show over Veterans Day weekend begin Friday afternoon with the Cruise-In on historic Main Street in downtown Bastrop. Come hang out and watch classic cars roll into town. Snag photos of your favorite car and talk to the car owners displaying vehicles. The car show takes place on Saturday.

visitbastrop.com

Guadalupe River State Park, 3350 Park Road 31

Come on out to the park to see unique RVs that represent different decades from the past 100 years. Visitors are allowed to tour the RVs during select times and vote for their favorite. There is also a canvas tent with a wood-burning stove on display.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/guadalupe-river

The Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre, 111 W. Main St.

This world-famous group of siblings—Larry, Steve, and Rudy Gatlin—are returning to The Barnhill Center for the third time. Originally from West Texas, The Gatlins began performing together as children. After their college years, the brothers reunited in Nashville and recorded their debut album. It was their third album in early 1976 that put The Gatlin Brothers at the top of the charts with the single “Broken Lady.” This song won them a Grammy for Best Country Song. That same year, the Gatlins were inducted into the Grand Ole Opry.

thebarnhillcenter.com/events

The Beach Lodge , 2016 On the Beach Drive

If you love all things ocean-centric, this is the race for you. The course is run entirely on sand along the Gulf of Mexico. You choose your challenge–hard-packed sand near the water or softer sand near the road. Enjoy the sun and the sound of waves as you persevere through the wind. After your race, hang on the beach, have an ice-cold drink and food from The Beach Lodge, or enjoy some shopping in town. Distances include 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, 50k, and 50 miles.

ultraexpeditions.com/barrier-island-ultra

Mason Community Center, US 87 and Ranch Road 1723

The Mason Chamber of Commerce Wild Game Dinner is held every second Saturday in November. Sample wild game appetizers plus enjoy beverages, games, and auctions. The evening supports the Mason County Chamber of Commerce as well as several youth programs in Mason.

business.masontxcoc.com/community-calendar

Panther Island Pavilion, 395 Purcey St.

This year marks Texas Christian University’s 150th anniversary. In line with TCU’s celebration, the Tarrant County Veterans Council is saluting the university’s military legacy while honoring TCU alumnus and Medal of Honor recipient Maj. Horace S. Carswell, Jr.

2023salutetcu.com

Alvin National Oak Park, 118 S. Magnolia St.

The 19th annual Novemberfest, presented by the Alvin Rotary Club, includes arts, crafts, collectibles, a car and bike show, antique tractor and farm equipment displays, a pancake breakfast, a raffle, entertainment, a veterans’ tribute, food court, and kids’ games. Proceeds support scholarships and other charitable activities in the Alvin area.

alvinrotary.org/novemberfest

Carpenter Hall—Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd.

Honor our American heroes with musical selections from Richard Rodgers, Sarah Kirkland Snider, George Gershwin, and Morton Gould that showcase America at its best.

irvingsymphony.org

Uptown Gruene, 1720 Hunter Road

Shop an outdoor market full of products including jams and jellies, dog treats, jewelry, seasonal wreaths, sun hats, knives, leather, woodworks, and sweet treats.

hillcountryconferences.com/gruene-lokal-marketplatz

The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.

Martin Zellar was the lead singer and songwriter of the pioneering late’80s alt-country band the Gear Daddies, who recorded two albums and performed on “Late Night with David Letterman” before their amicable split in 1992. Zellar has since released several solo albums.

thebugleboy.org/tickets

Commemorative Air Force CenTex Hangar, 1841 Airport Road Bldg. 2249

Travel back the 1940s and honor veterans at the annual Veterans Day dinner and dance at the San Marcos Hangar. Swing dance along to authentic ‘40s music amongst restored and functional WWII aircraft.

hangardance.org

Texas State Capitol Grounds, 1100 Congress Ave.

The Texas Book Festival has evolved into one of the premier literary events in the country and hosts about 250 authors each year. Join other bookworms for readings, panel discussions, signings, cooking demonstrations, live music, local food, YA authors, children’s activities, and other literary-related fun.

texasbookfestival.org

Lost Pines Art Center, 1204 Chestnut St.

Make your own art work, buy arts and crafts from artists and makers, and enjoy the festivities at this annual fall festival.

lostpinesartcenter.org

Isla Blanca Park, 33174 State Park Road 100

Participate in an exciting run on the beach with a half marathon, half marathon relay, and 5K.

sopadre.com/events

Briscoe Western Arts Museum, 210 W. Market St.

Highlighting the continued vibrancy and artistic traditions of Native American communities, Yanaguana Indian Arts Festival offers a glimpse into traditional and contemporary Native American culture. Featuring pow wow-style drum circles and dancing, Native American artists, and musical performances, the event features storytelling, artist demonstrations of painting, printmaking, pottery, weaving and carving, as well as Native American-inspired food. Yanaguana Indian Arts Festival also features workshops and lectures celebrating Native American culture.

briscoemuseum.org/yanaguana

Downtown Corsicana, 118 N. Beaton St.

Sip mimosas while shopping in downtown Corsicana every second Saturday. Complimentary mimosas are poured, and shoppers explore the tree-lined streets, historic buildings, and boutiques.

visitcorsicana.com/events-corsicana

Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27

Vendors sell new and used guns, knives, ammo, coins, jewelry, camping gear, accessories, and other items for hunters, collectors, and outdoors enthusiasts.

texasgunandknifeshows.com

Parking Place Pavilion, 110 S. Parking Place

At this monthly farmers market, shop the merchandise of local vendors, who offer homemade goods and farm-fresh items.

lakejacksonfarmersmarket.com

Stahlman Park, 2211 Bluewater Highway

Explore the offerings of craft and food vendors, warm up with homemade hot soups and baked goods, and then take in the kite show put on by the Surfside Flyers Kite Club.

visitsurfsidebeachtx.org

Walker County Fairgrounds, 3925 SH 30 West

Start your Christmas shopping early at this annual holiday market with boutiques, antiques, jewelry, furniture, gifts, home décor, holiday décor, and other wares for sale. Grab bags are given to the first 25 people through the door.

huntsvilleantiqueshow.com

H.E.A.R.T.S. Veterans Museum , 463 SH 75 North

The H.E.A.R.T.S. Veterans Museum hosts this Veterans Day banquet and program that includes a silent auction and raffle.

heartsmuseum.com

Old Town Theatre, 1023 12th St.

Johnny Lee’s breakthrough hit, “Lookin’ for Love,” helped usher in an historic era in country music, and four decades later Johnny Lee remains one of the genre’s most beloved entertainers. In February, after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, he announced this would be his farewell tour.

oldtowntheatre-huntsville.org

Main Plaza, 100 N. Main St.

Located in the heart of the historical district on Main Plaza, Boerne Market Days is open the second weekend of the month and offers shopping in an outdoor setting with artists, craftspeople, and vendors sharing their creative talents and wares to the background of live music.

eventsoffmain.com/market-days

Opal Lawrence Historical Park, 711 E. Kearney St.

Make a seasonal wreath for the holiday season. Supplies and refreshments are included. This workshop is fun for individuals and groups.

historicmesquite.org

Mesquite Veterans Memorial, 425 S. Galloway Ave.

The City of Mesquite invites everyone to join in honoring and celebrating the sacrifices made by our nation’s veterans. The event features a traditional ceremony followed by a special program to recognize and pay tribute to the bravery and service of military heroes. All veterans and their families are invited to attend and be recognized for their contributions to our country.

cityofmesquite.com

True Grit Ranch, 6810 Old Granbury Road

Tough Mudder will host its 10-mile, 25-obstacle Classic event, along with its 5K with 13 obstacles. There are kids’ events, featuring age-specific distances and obstacles, designed for ages five to 12. The events take place separately, allowing attendees to participate in multiple formats from each brand throughout the weekend.

visitgranbury.com/wtm

Franklin Mountains State Park, 2900 Tom Mays Access Road

Ever wonder what is there to do in El Paso? Wonder no more; explore more. Celebrate 100 years of Texas State Parks by discovering, or re-discovering, a passion for the outdoors. From hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing and archery to photography, camping, birding and nature watching, this action-packed day offers guided activities and opportunities to meet other outdoor enthusiasts.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/franklin-mountains

Abilene State Park, 150 Park Road 32

Immerse yourself in the wild history of the Texas frontier for a day at this celebration of the Texas frontier experience and the centennial of Texas State Parks. Enjoy music, dancing, and perspectives from the vibrant cultures that fashioned the frontier experience.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/abilene

Goliad State Park and Historic Site, 108 Park Road 6

Travel back in time at Goliad State Park’s annual fall event, where demonstrators and reenactors show off their rare skill sets and visitors get an idea of what it was like to live along the San Antonio River throughout different times in history. Demonstrators, reenactors, and educators cover topics such as: blacksmithing, candle making, archeology, life of a Spanish Colonial friar and soldier, and spinning and weaving. Try your own hand at grinding corn, creating cordage, roping and ranching, and archeology.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/goliad

Blanton Museum of Art, 200 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

Art. Music. Picnics. It’s a vibe. Every second Saturday, hang on the Blanton’s new Moody Patio. Enjoy live DJ sets on the museum’s redesigned grounds and explore the galleries that are open late. Pack a picnic or purchase local food and drinks for sale.

blantonmuseum.org/second-saturdays

Runge Park, 4605 Peck St.

Celebrate Santa Fe, Texas with a small-town festival that includes mutton bustin’, kids’ rodeo activities, a Kid Zone, an antique tractor display, Old Smokey cookoff, craft and food vendors, student and community performances, and lots of hometown hospitality.

santafetexaschamber.com/events/details/heritage-festival-2023-8169

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

Dress up and join the party. The all-new show features the first appearance of characters from “Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends” in addition to Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Doc McStuffins, the Puppy Dog Pals, and Alice from Disney Junior’s newest hit series, “Alice’s Wonderland Bakery,” live on stage. The immersive, interactive concert experience includes singing, dancing, acrobatics, and 3D special effects.

texastrustcutheatre.com

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UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3240 Old Glory Pkwy

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The Woman’s Club, 1200 Carter Creek Pkwy.

Wondering how to decorate for the holiday season? Help has arrived. By attending Tablescapes: Christmas on Carter Creek, you’re transported to a place of beauty and wonder. View over two dozen creatively and intentionally arranged tabletops guaranteed to convey a variety of holiday themes, moods, and experiences. Be inspired by the creative artistry of local shop owners, designers, and Woman’s Club members. Purchase raffle tickets to bid on several holiday themed raffle items.

facebook.com/tablescapesbcswomansclub

Palmer Event Center, 900 Barton Springs Road

A five-day holiday market benefiting the Junior League of Austin, the annual event hosts 200-plus retail merchants and attracts more than 25,000 patrons. It’s a great way to get a jump on holiday shopping.

jlaustin.org/a-christmas-affair

Downtown Corsicana, 118 N. Beaton St.

It’s one of the most magical times of the year in Corsicana as the three-story tree with more than 10,000 lights and 750 ornaments comes to life. Live entertainment fills the air until the countdown to the official lighting starts, and a spectacular fireworks display follows the lighting. Kids can take train rides and have their picture taken with Santa, and there are complimentary milk and cookies.

visitcorsicana.com

Downtown Yoakum, West Grand Avenue

Start your holiday shopping by visiting over 20 businesses as well as 24 home-based businesses to find something special for everyone on your list. Shoppers are eligible for door prizes and sales inside the businesses and at the end of the event eligible for one of two different drawings. The entry fee gets you a goodie shopping bag with a wine glass to enjoy sips while you shop.

yoakumareachamber.com

The Eleanor, 307 W. Fifth St.

Featuring wall-to-wall Christmas décor, multiple bars, cheery social experiences, and a lot of Christmas spirit, Miracle on Fifth Street is a holidays-themed pop-up cocktail bar that serves drinks in the most festive and nostalgic setting in the city.

miracleon5thst.com

The Nave Museum, 306 W. Commercial St.

The Nave Museum presents the art of Jane Duryea. This South Texas artist is originally from New York, and her expressions of art are through paint or hot glass with an emphasis on light and color, along with a return to nature.

navemuseum.org

Bandera Beverage Barn, 1407 SH 16 North

Bring your guitar to play along, or simply come to listen. Pickers who play cowboy, Texas, or Western swing music are welcome to sit in.

banderacowboycapital.com

Frontier Times Museum, 510 13th St.

Shop for a gift for that special someone in your life. This fundraising flea market for the Frontier Times Museum offers merchandise such as sewing items, holiday décor, furniture, handbags, knick-knacks, collectibles, and kitchenware.

frontiertimesmuseum.org

Martha’s Bloomers, 8101 SH 6 North Loop

The holidays are here and Navasota celebrates with live music, complimentary beverages, shopping, hors d’oeuvres, and door prizes.

marthasbloomers.com

New Braunfels Convention Center, 375 S. Castell Ave.

Benefiting the Sophienburg Museum, Weihnachtsmarkz is a German Christmas shopping market featuring a variety of collectibles and ornaments plus other gifts. Children can have breakfast with Santa at the event with four different time slots to choose from.

newbraunfelsweihnachtsmarkt.com

Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 1700 University Drive

The internationally acclaimed “Lightscape” holiday light show returns to the Fort Worth Botanic Garden. This year features all-new, custom-designed illuminated installations specifically curated for Fort Worth that come to life after dark with color, imagination, and sound, such as a 110-foot-long winter cathedral, a 210-foot-long prism tunnel, a rose garden with 5,000 handmade color-changing roses, a field of 2,000 illuminated bluebonnets, a singing fire garden, 12 giant illuminated lilies floating on water, and a singing tree that dances to the sound of music.

fwbg.org/calendar-events/signature-events/lightscape/

The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.

Patrice Pike became the youngest member of the Texas Music Hall of Fame in 2007. Her music is an eclectic mix of rock and soul topped with a tinge of world music flavors.

thebugleboy.org/tickets

Inspired Minds Art Center, 121 Main St.

This holiday season, the gallery is filled floor to ceiling with handmade fine arts and crafts of all kinds created by local artists, artisans, crafters, and makers. Shop for gifts that are unique and beautifully crafted while supporting the local arts community.

inspiredminds.art/holidaybazaar

Blue Genie Art Bazaar, 6100 Airport Blvd.

The annual Blue Genie Art Bazaar is a beloved holiday shopping experience featuring the work of more than 200 regional artists. Find one-of-a-kind pieces, handcrafted jewelry, artwork, home goods, and gifts for everyone on the shopping list. The Bazaar also presents special events and live music each week. Admission and parking are free. The snack bar (including alcohol) is open daily.

bluegenieartbazaar.com

Dallas Contemporary, 161 Glass St.

Multidisciplinary artist Bianca Bondi’s practice involves the activation or elevation of mundane objects through the use of chemical reactions, most often by salt water. This exhibition is based on Bondi’s research into the Highway Beautification Act of 1965, passed by President Lyndon B Johnson and inspired by his wife, Lady Bird Johnson, and her passion for the environment. Since its passing, open-space advocates and commercial companies have battled over the continued placement of over 45,000 billboards along Texas roads. As homage to the act, Bondi locates an abandoned billboard in the gallery.

dallascontemporary.org

The Wichita Theatre, 919 Indiana Ave.

Experience the timeless holiday classic that enchants audiences with its heartwarming tale of redemption and the true meaning of Christmas. With exquisite period costumes, stunning stage design, and a talented cast, this production captures the essence of Dickens’ tale, leaving spectators filled with joy, hope, and the spirit of giving.

wichitatheatre.com

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

Blake Lynch, aka Nurse Blake, is a nurse, creator, internationally touring comedian, healthcare advocate, and keynote speaker. Hailed as a “genuine phenomenon” by “The New York Times,” Blake worked in trauma centers around the country before his career in comedy.

texastrustcutheatre.com

Downtown Alpine, 204 E. Holland Ave.

Alpine’s biggest arts festival celebrates its 30th year. Spanning two days in November, the event showcases a variety of art exhibitions in many local businesses, all against a backdrop of festivities and live music.

artwalkalpine.com

Downtown

Bryan kicks off the holiday season with the annual Lights On event. Count down the moment when thousands of lights are turned on along Main Street and Bryan Avenue to illuminate picturesque historic downtown Bryan. The event includes holiday photo backdrop stations, live music, and a special appearance by Santa Claus.

destinationbryan.com/lights-on

Southlake Town Square, 1400 Main St.

Witness Southlake’s annual Christmas tree lighting, which is free for the whole family to attend. There’s plenty of food vendors, activities, and entertainment. The tree-lighting ceremony takes place in front of Southlake Town Hall and is followed by a marvelous display of fireworks.

visitsouthlaketexas.com/events/special-events-7/home-for-the-holidays

Heritage Place Park, 500 Metcalf St.

Shop from a wide selection of exhibitors bringing boutique clothing, accessories, shoes, home decor, furniture, gourmet food, dips, sauces, art, yard decorations, and holiday items. The market is half handmade items and half manufactured items, but all exhibitors are small business owners. Most exhibitors are based in Texas, but others travel in from Oklahoma, New Mexico, Louisiana, and Arkansas. Admission and parking are free, and strollers are welcome at this market.

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Main Street, 100 W. Main St.

Get in the holiday spirit with a parade featuring over 150 floats and entries.

tomballchamber.org

Bishop Arts Theatre Center, 215 S Tyler St.

Bishop Arts Theatre Center presents this jazz concert series event. This month’s featured artists are Lao Tizer, Nelson Rangell, Chieli Minucci, Anthony Crawford, and Joel Rosenblatt.

bishopartstheatre.org/jazz-series

The Bugle Boy, 1051 N. Jefferson St.

Songwriter, producer, and solo artist Will Kimbrough makes his Bugle Boy debut. Kimbrough’s songs have been recorded by the likes of Jimmy Buffett, Little Feat, Todd Snider, and Jack Ingram.

thebugleboy.org/tickets

Anhalt Hall, 2390 Anhalt Road

Dance the night away at this western dance, where Landon Dodd and The Dancehall Drifters are playing a gig.

anhalthall.com

Travis County Expo Center, 7311 Decker Lane

For more than 25 years, the Austin Powwow has been the largest of its kind in Texas, featuring Native American dancing, singing, arts and crafts, and food.

austinpowwow.net

Downtown Luling, 300-500 E. Davis St.

Holiday gifts are available from area artisans and vendors. Kids can get their pictures with Santa, and food and beverages are available.

lulingcc.org

Kerr County Courthouse, 700 Main St.

Officially welcome the holiday season with a lighted parade and the arrival of Santa Claus on his signature fire truck. The annual parade commences at the corner of G Street Bridge and Water Street and ends at the Kerr County Courthouse. After the parade, enjoy a Christmas program, caroling, and the lighting of the courthouse and 45-foot-tall tree.

kerrvilletx.gov

Tranquility Island, 202 Thompson Drive

The City of Kerrville Parks and Rec Department decorates the trees on Tranquility Island with lights to usher in holiday spirit at Louise Hays Park and the River Trail. And every Saturday in December, it “snows” on the island. Bring your family and make new traditions and memories.

kerrvilletx.gov

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, 299 SH 332 West

Watch volunteers collect baseline data on bird populations at the sanctuary. The monthly banding station is an excellent opportunity to see birds up close and to learn about the birds of the Brazosport area.

gcbo.org

Wilderness Golf Course, 501 SH 332 West

The Wilderness Golf Course hosts this two-person, best-ball, shotgun-start golf tournament.

thewildernessgc.com

Lake Jackson Historical Museum, 249 Circle Way

At this activity fair, learn about special winter celebrations and traditions from all over the world—from Christmas watermelons in New Zealand to Lunar New Year moon cakes, there are so many cultures and traditions to explore.

ljhistory.org

Texas Trust CU Theatre , 1001 Texas Trust Way

Don’t miss Intocable live at the Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie.

texastrustcutheatre.com

Town Green Park, 2099 Lake Robbins Drive

Kicking off a bright and beautiful holiday season, Lighting of the Doves is a long-standing tradition in The Woodlands that features Santa arriving by boat along The Woodlands Waterway.

visitthewoodlands.com

Downtown and Old Town Palestine, 401 W. Main St.

Join revelers at the ninth annual Whiskey and Wine Swirl, where guests can sip, shop, and walk through historic downtown Palestine while enjoying culinary delights paired with fine wines and bold whiskies from Texas vineyards and distilleries.

visitpalestine.com

Carpenter Park Recreation Center, 6701 Coit Road

This fun event showcases handmade holiday gift items made of fabric, wood, ceramic, and glass. Other exhibitors have jewelry and clothing for adults and children, along with candles, soaps, salsas, jams, nuts, and dips for gifts or holiday parties. In addition, Collin County seniors stock the Hip Hip for Gray booth with a variety of crafts including quilts, baby items, and ornaments.

visitplano.com

Lake Tawakoni State Park, 10822 FM 2475

Celebrate 100 years of Texas State Parks by putting your campfire culinary skills to the test. Campers compete in this event to see who can create the best Dutch oven dish.Prizes are awarded to five winners selected by a panel and one winner by vote. Categories selected by panel include: most creative, main course, vegetarian dish, side dish, and dessert. The Fan Favorite award is decided by vote, so come ready to eat.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lake-tawakoni

Downtown Fort Worth, 777 Taylor St.

The GM Financial Parade of Lights illuminates the streets of downtown Fort Worth for the 41st year. This year’s parade marks the city’s official kick-off to the holiday season with more than 100 illuminated floats, an array of festive performers, holiday decor, live music, and hundreds of thousands of sparkling lights. Carrying on the tradition, this year’s parade concludes with a special appearance from Santa and Mrs. Claus on their awe-inspiring finale float.

fortworthparadeoflights.org

The Silos on 77, 1031 CR 223

Just in time for Christmas shoppers looking for the perfect present, the Sip and Shop Christmas Market includes woodworking, handicrafts, decor, bath and body products, candles, jewelry, accessories, clothing, and even tasty treats. Seasonal tunes fill the air, and you’re invited to sip a beverage while browsing wares from vendors. Kids love Santa’s Workshop, where they can color and craft until Santa arrives for a special visit.

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Old Blanco Courthouse, 300 Main St.

Shop from about 80 vendors offering homemade crafts, apparel, home decor, plants, baked goods, art, embroidery and crocheted items, and jewelry. Food vendors are on site, and live music fills the air. Admission is free.

historicblanco.org/market-day

The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.

Little Orphan Annie has long reminded generations of theater lovers that “sunshine is always right around the corner.” Look forward to a matinee or evening performance at The Grand 1894 Opera House when “Annie,” the perfect family-friendly musical, takes the stage.

thegrand.com

Legacy Event Center, 122 E. First St.

The Monday before Thanksgiving, various locations in Hughes Springs host vendors, food trucks, and wine tastings. Tastings come with a canvas bag and a souvenir wine glass, and there’s hourly drawings to win a free bottle of wine.

hschamber.org

Historic Main Street District, 636 S. Main St.

Rediscover the magic of Christmas as historic downtown Grapevine is illuminated for the holiday season. Live performances and family-friendly activities such as photos with live reindeer, holiday bounce houses, seasonal crafts, and tasty food round out the night.

gograpevine.com/event/caroloflights

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Martin Dies Jr. State Park, 634 Park Road 48 South

Take a journey back in time and experience the life of pioneers. Explore how to live off the land and look closer at local flora and fauna. Take to the water and practice paddling on a river adventure. Join the campfire and discover the practice and patience of Dutch oven cooking. Try out your fishing prowess with a cane pole, and reconnect with nature in a new way by experiencing the skills of a pioneer.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/martin-dies-jr

Rome, Italy, Rome, Italy

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Downtown Luling, 300-500 E. Davis St.

Luling businesses and individuals light holiday signs and decor along Davis Street for the holiday season.

lulingmainstreet.com

Festival Park , 3100 Milam Drive

Start your Thanksgiving off right with the Turkey Trot that benefits the Pregnancy Care Center. The 5K takes place along the Camp Bowie Trail. Parking is available at Gordon Wood Stadium.

pccbrownwood.com

Lynn Creek Park, 5610 Lake Ridge Parkway

Prairie Lights is a premier holiday light park at Lynn Creek Park on Joe Pool Lake in Grand Prairie. Enjoy more than 2 miles of lights, kicking off on Thanksgiving. Past year’s have featured a holiday village, magical walk-thru forest, carnival rides, photos with Santa, and holiday shopping.

prairielights.org

Red Tail Pavilion, 2801 E. Spring Creek Parkway

Join a Thanksgiving tradition, the sixth annual Plano Turkey 5K Run/Walk that takes place on Thanksgiving morning. Everyone gets a donut at the finish line.

visitplano.com

South Llano River State Park, 1927 Park Road 73

Come earn those Thanksgiving calories. South Llano River State Park is home to a Rio Grande turkey roost, so it’s fitting that it has a Turkey Trot. Come see if you can spot any turkeys as you run/walk through the roost area towards the finish line. Dress up like a turkey and maybe draw the turkeys out to the race. All ages are welcome.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/south-llano-river

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Millennium Hotels Charles de Gaulle Airport, Zone Htelire 2 Alle Du Verger Roissy En France, 95700

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Red Barn, 3187 SH 35

Hundreds of nativities from around the world are displayed, made from a vast array of materials including round hay bales, corn husks, cinnamon bark, pasta, pinto beans, recycled bottles, terra cotta, banana leaf, hammered tin, stained glass, wax, carved olive wood, lace, and yarn. Many have a special memory to share, such as the first nativity as a family, one bought while stationed in Germany, a treasured graduation gift from grandparents, one left in the attic by previous homeowners, and some “rescued” from antique stores and estate sales.

South Texas Botanical Gardens and Nature Center, 8545 S. Staples St.

Celebrate the joys of the season featuring internationally known environmental artist Shelia Rogers’ latest recycling exhibit, “Eco Christmas Tree,” an 18-foot-tiered, lit-from-within, holiday masterpiece created from recycled green plastic bottles collected by the community. The traditional Holly-Days 20-foot lighted fir tree once again adorns the Rose Garden, with smaller-themed trees and lighted displays throughout the Gardens. The event also offers hayrides, cocoa, s’mores, Santa, and other festivities.

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Badu Park , 300 Legion Drive

Sip hot chocolate and stroll along the Llano River enjoying all of the displays that light up Badu Park. It’s a great place to celebrate the season with family and friends.

llanostarrystarrynights.com

Blanco County Courthouse Square, 101 E. Pecan Drive

Held the fourth weekend of the month, this open-air market features vendors and artisans selling handmade or locally produced products in the heart of Texas wine country. This month’s market kicks off Lights Spectacular, Johnson City’s annual Christmas event.

johnsoncitytexas.info

Historic Town Square, 103 W. Seventh St.

Georgetown’s Mayor and Williamson County Judge flips the switch to light the square in holiday lights. The lights around the square and Williamson County Courthouse remain lit through January 1, 2024. Guests are encouraged to come early for holiday shopping and dining around the square.

visit.georgetown.org

Historic Downtown McKinney, 111 N. Tennessee St.

Kick off your holiday season at Home for the Holidays in McKinney. The historic downtown square becomes a holiday wonderland complete with a huge twinkling tree, Santa photos, carousel rides, delicious food, and festive entertainment.

mckinneytexas.org/677/home-for-the-holidays

Hill Country Mile, 100 N. Main St.

Kick off your holiday season in a big way at Dickens on Main. Boerne’s historic Hill Country Mile transforms into a vintage Christmas experience, with various holiday villages set up throughout the venue. Enjoy live music, carolers, and other entertainment, visits with Santa Claus, Christmas lights and decorations, and snow on Main Street.

dickensonmain.com

City Park and Bandera County Courthouse, 1102 Maple St. and 500 Main St.

See City Park and the Bandera County Courthouse and lawn lit up in festival holiday lights.

banderacowboycapital.com

Southfork Ranch, 3700 Hogge Drive

Trade Days is a monthly event featuring over 300 different booths. Local artisans sell and show their handcrafted goods including jewelry, furniture, candles, and charcuterie boards. Plus, there are food vendors, antique sellers, axe throwing, blacksmiths, a psychic, and fun entertainment.

visitplano.com

Wortham Theater Center, Wortham Theater Center

https://www.houstonballet.org/seasontickets/pdps/2023-2024/the-nutcracker/

Comfort Historic District, Seventh and High streets

More than 100 arts, crafts, and food vendors fill the historic district of Comfort. Families have fun at Santa Land, and live music, shopping, and a lighted parade and fireworks display help bring in the holiday season.

comfortchamber.com

Historic Courthouse Square, 100 NE Barnard St.

Ring in the holiday season with vendors on the historic courthouse square along with local entertainment throughout the day. The lighted Christmas parade kicks off in the evening and is followed by the tree lighting.

exploreglenrose.org

South Padre Island Entertainment District, 211 W. Whiting St.

Watch as boats of all sizes cruise by, all decorated in their holiday best. Designated viewing areas throughout the route offer free public viewing, and the bay sparkles with the light of these beautifully decorated boats.

sopadre.com/events

The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.

“Jesus Christ, Superstar” is a sung-through rock opera with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice. It is loosely based on the accounts of the Passion, with much of the plot centered around Judas, who is dissatisfied with the direction in which Jesus is steering his disciples.

thegrand.com

Downtown , 109 Depot St.

Find unique gifts for everyone on your list in historic downtown Elgin during Shop Small Saturday. Enjoy store specials, wine and beer tastings, samples, entertainment, and delicious dining.

elgintx.com

Hill Country Arts Foundation, 120 Point Theatre Road

See the classic story of Ebenezer Scrooge, an elderly miser who is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come. After their visits, Scrooge is transformed into a kinder, gentler man.

hcaf.com

Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark, 2970 Epic Place

Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark hosts its tree lighting ceremony and the Live Epic H2Olidays Kickoff Show. Watch the Epic crew light the giant Christmas tree right inside of the indoor waterpark.

epicwatersgp.com

Downtown , 100 W. Houston St.

Come out and experience unique small businesses in beautiful, historic downtown Sherman. Find sales, promotions, snacks and beverages, and specials, and support shops in the local community.

shermantx.org

Cave Without a Name , 325 Kreutzberg Road

Tinsel returns for sounds of the holiday season with contemporary classics and beloved carols. Tinsel is not your average group of Christmas carolers: Their roster of professional singers includes Grammy winners and classically trained vocalists.

cavewithoutaname.com

Bandera County Courthouse , 500 Main St.

Wagon Rides of Bandera is giving evening carriage rides with Santa around the Bandera County Courthouse on Main Street.

facebook.com/wagonridesofbandera

Al’s Hideaway Cabin and RV Rentals, 299 Willow Springs

Bring the family to Al’s Hideaway Cabin and RV Rentals for pancakes and pictures with Santa. This event is held every Saturday morning after Thanksgiving and up to Christmas.

alshideaway.com

Downtown , 921 Main St.

Holiday shoppers and visitors are invited to downtown Bastrop for the annual Wassail Fest. Homemade hot mulled cider is served throughout downtown, and visitors can vote for their favorite recipe. Past events have included live polka music and shopping specials.

visitbastrop.com

Fort Leaton State Historic Site, Farm-to-Market Road 170 East

Watch Fort Leaton come to life and experience what it was like for travelers taking refuge inside the walls of the fort. Meet some of the inhabitants, eat some traditional La Junta foods, and try your hand at some of the day-to-day activities that would have been happening at the fort in the late 1800s. This interactive living history event transports you back to a time when Fort Leaton was at its height of operations as a trading post.

tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/fort-leaton

The Shops at Clearfork, 5188 monahans Avenue

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South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd.

Celebrate the magical spirit of the holiday season as children visit with Santa and enjoy a pancake breakfast.

sopadre.com/events

Amarillo Botanical Gardens , 1400 Streit Drive

Christmas in the Gardens gets everyone ready for the holiday season, as visitors take a stroll through the Amarillo Botanical Garden’s glowing foliage.

amarillobotanicalgardens.org/events

Frontier Times Museum, 510 13th St.

On the fourth Sunday of each month, the Frontier Times Museum hosts this afternoon jamboree with live music, storytelling, and fun for all ages.

frontiertimesmuseum.org

The Woodlands Country Club, 100 Grand Fairway Drive

Start your holiday shopping at this indoor and outdoor market where a wide selection of exhibitors bring clothing, decor, solid-wood furniture, art, Christmas decor, and foods such as dips, salsas, artisan chocolates, pastries, and canned vegetables. The market is made up from half handmade items and half manufactured items, but all exhibitors are small business owners based in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Louisiana, and Arkansas. Admission and parking are free and strollers are welcome.

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Amarillo Civic Center Complex, 401 S. Buchanan St.

One of the nation’s largest indoor farm and ranch shows provides farmers and ranchers a place to network, learn, and grow. The event brings together the best in agribusiness from across the Texas Panhandle, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Kansas, with 500 exhibitors showcasing agricultural products, services, and technologies.

ideaggroup.com/amarillo

Downtown , 101 W. Main St.

Enjoy a lighted Christmas parade culminating with the community tree lighting on the Ellis County Courthouse lawn.

visitwaxahachie.com

W.T. Brookshires Conference Center, 2000 W. Front St.

In its 45th year, Mistletoe and Magic is a four-day holiday shopping event with more than 65 specialty boutiques and merchants from all over the country showcasing antiques, artwork, gourmet foods, jewelry, seasonal decorations, housewares, adult and children’s clothing, and gifts that are perfect for the holidays.

juniorleagueoftyler.org/initiatives/mistletoe-magic

Love Civic Center, 2025 S. Collegiate Drive

On Thursday, a live concert commences to kick off the festivities, and Friday brings a fish fry. On Saturday, the Texas Barbecue Blowout includes a cookoff for chicken, ribs, pork butt, brisket, and turkey. The cookoff has a $10,000 payout.

texasbbqblowout.com

City Hall, 4601 Padre Blvd.

A musical performance adds extra holiday spirit to the Christmas tree lighting ceremony.

sopadre.com/events

Brownwood Chamber of Commerce, 600 E. Depot St.

The annual Christmas Under the Stars lighted parade features over 100 entries from classic cars, floats, marching bands, and other vehicles, all decorated and lit for the holiday season. Thousands of residents and visitors pack downtown Brownwood each year to watch the parade. The parade begins at Adams and Carnegie, goes to Center Avenue, turns right and proceeds to North Broadway, then turns right to Fisk.

brownwoodchristmas.com

UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3240 Old Glory Pkwy, FAC 1120

https://cowancenter.org/

INDEPENDENCE PARK, 3449 PEARLAND PARKWAY

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Fort Bend Museum, 410 S. Fifth Street

fortbendmuseum.org

Neill-Cochran House Museum (Austin, TX); Ingenhuett on High St (Comfort, TX), 2310 San Gabriel St

www.ventanaballet.com/watchmaker

Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 N. Galloway Ave.

See the classic holiday movie with a clever twist thrown in: the story is staged as a live radio broadcast with actors portraying numerous characters and sound effects are done through Foley artists. Shows are Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday matinees.

mesquiteartstheatre.org

Wortham Theater Center, Wortham Theater Center

https://www.houstonballet.org/seasontickets/pdps/2023-2024/jubilee-of-dance/

Dallas by Chocolate, 4925 Greenville Avenue

https://www.dallasbychocolate.com/

Llano Courthouse Square, 801 Ford Street

www.visitllanotexas. com/dickens

Llano Courthouse Square, 801 Ford Street

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The Colony Central Fire Station, 4900 Blair Oaks Drive

https://www.visitthecolonytx.com/Calendar.aspx?EID=2188

Perryman Park, 4930 S Colony Boulevard

https://www.visitthecolonytx.com/Calendar.aspx?EID=2186

Perryman Park, 4930 S Colony Boulevard

https://www.visitthecolonytx.com/Calendar.aspx?EID=2186

Bowie Community Development, 101 E Pecan St

https://www.cityofbowietx.com/143/Fantasy-of-Lights-Christmas-Parade

Christmas in a Small Town, Chamber of Commerce -1314 W. Moore Ave.

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Chamber Of Commerce, 226 St. James

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Chamber Of Commerce, 226 St. James

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Chamber Of Commerce, 226 St. James

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Westlake Park, 601 Gross Road

Get in the Christmas spirit and come out to see Westlake Park transformed into a winter wonderland with twinkling lights, holiday music, and festive decorations. Guests can stroll through the park, sip hot cocoa, and enjoy the sights and sounds of the season.

cityofmesquite.com

Picker’s Pavilion at Blackberry Square, 205 Cannery Row

www.visitlindale.com/events

Light UP Post, 105 East Main

www.postcitytexas.com

Historic Downtown Square, 100 W Mulberry St.

kaufmanevents.com

Abilene Convention Center, 1100 N 6th St

https://abiphil.com/shows/irish-christmas-in-america/

Downtown Coleman Texas, 218 Commercial

colemancountytexas.com

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Farmers Market, 201 N. Chestnut St.

The 89th annual Lighted Christmas Parade rolls through downtown Gainesville on the first Thursday of December. After the parade, attendees can find Santa at the farmers market for pictures and candy canes.

gainesvillecofc.com

Downtown

Come enjoy the only lighted holiday parade in Bryan-College Station. Stroll around historic downtown Bryan for an evening of holiday cheer, merriment, and even mark off some of your holiday shopping list.

destinationbryan.com/events/holiday-stroll-lighted-parade

Stafford Opera House, 425 Spring Street

www.columbustexas.org

Clute Municipal Park, 100 Parkview Drive

Christmas in the Park is an event that gets the whole family in the holiday spirit—from watching performances by local choirs and dance groups to fixing s'mores by the crackling fire to a visit with Santa. The drive-thru holiday light display is available the entire month of December.

clutetexas.gov

Troy Community Center and Trojan Park, Troy, Texas, 201 E Main Street, also Trojan Park, Austin Avenue

www.cityoftroy.us

Winter Wonderland, 301 N Ash Street

www,heritageparkmuenstertx.com

Town Green Park , 2099 Lake Robbins Drive

Start your holiday shopping at this indoor and outdoor market where a wide selection of exhibitors bring clothing, decor, solid-wood furniture, art, Christmas decor, and foods such as dips, salsas, artisan chocolates, pastries, and canned vegetables. The market is made up from half handmade items and half manufactured items, but all exhibitors are small business owners based in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Louisiana, and Arkansas. Admission and parking are free and strollers are welcome.

bigtop.show/thewoodlandstx

100 West, 100 West Third Avenue (enter on Beaton Streeet)

Meet visiting artists in residence showcasing new and in-progress work in Corsicana Artist and Writer Residency’s building in historic Downtown Corsicana, located one hour south of Dallas/two hours north of Houston on I 45.Fall Open Studios presents the work of London-based sculptor, land art, and time-based media artist Eugene Macki, Sabrina Basten from Berlin, whose artistic approach uses sculpture, drawing, and storytelling, and Connecticut-based composer/performer musician Gregory Merkl.

www.corsicanaresidency.org

Burnet Historic Square, N Main St.

https://bit.ly/burnetchristmas

Old Community Building --Downtown Montgomery, 14420 College Street

MHS-TX.org

Downtown , 921 Main St.

The Bastrop Main Street Program hosts the Lost Pines Christmas Festival in historic downtown Bastrop. The event includes Christmas caroling, hot cocoa, popcorn, hot dogs, s’mores, window decorating, Christmas stories, photo ops, oversized games, and Letters to Santa.

visitbastrop.com

Downtown , 921 Main St.

Don’t miss more than 130 entries—from fanciful floats to fire trucks, unicycles to vintage cars, dancing Honey Bears to dignitaries, and Santa’s helpers to the big man himself—as they light up Main Street for this annual night parade. The parade begins at dusk and travels south down Main Street.

visitbastrop.com

Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 N. Galloway Ave.

Mesquite Community Band presents its annual Christmas concert. Membership in the Mesquite Community Band is open to any person in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex who plays a band instrument.

facebook.com/mesquitecommunityband

Blanton Museum of Art, 200 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

Art. Music. Picnics. It’s a vibe. Every second Saturday, hang on the Blanton’s new Moody Patio. Enjoy live DJ sets on the museum’s redesigned grounds and explore the galleries that are open late. Pack a picnic or purchase local food and drinks for sale.

blantonmuseum.org/second-saturdays

Trinity University, Marguerite B. Parker Chapel, One Trinity Place

Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road

https://armadillobazaar.com/

Dr. Pascal Annie, Dubai,UAE, Dubai, UAE, Dubai, UAE, Dubai, UAE

https://pathology.universeconferences.com/registration/

The Barnhill Center at historic Simon Theatre, 111 West Main Street

https://thebarnhillcenter.com/events/

Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 N. Galloway Ave.

Mesquite Symphony Orchestra presents “A Winter Celebration,” a concert featuring John Williams’ “Three Holiday Songs” score from “Home Alone,” a musicological journey through the “12 Days of Christmas,” and Coleridge-Taylor’s “Ballade.”

mesquitesymphony.org

Edythe Bates Old Chapel, 248 Jaster Road

https://tinyurl.com/29yccdac

Performing Arts Center, 6300 Ocean Drive

https://filmfreeway.com/FDCLACorpusChristi

Festival Concert Hall, 248 Jaster Road

https://tinyurl.com/yc67h2hd

Abilene Convention Center, 1100 N 6th St

https://abiphil.com/shows/don-juan-by-the-sea/

Midtown Houston, 1200 Holman Street

http://www.mlkgrandeparade.org

UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3240 Old Glory Pkwy

https://cowancenter.org/

Festival Concert Hall, 248 Jaster Road

https://tinyurl.com/4nr3ha3d

Millennium Hotel Paris Charles De Gaulle, Zone Htelire 2 Alle Du Verger Roissy En France, 95700 Paris, France

https://wastemanagement.annualcongress.com/

Madrid, Spain, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Rd

https://vaccines.annualcongress.com/

UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3240 Old Glory Pkwy

https://cowancenter.org/

Dallas by Chocolate, 4925 Greenville Avenue

https://www.dallasbychocolate.com/

Festival Concert Hall, 248 Jaster Road

https://tinyurl.com/wxmbp5vt

UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3240 Old Glory Pkwy

https://cowancenter.org/

Wortham Theater Center 501 Texas Ave, Houston, TX, Wortham Theater Center

https://www.houstonballet.org/seasontickets/pdps/2023-2024/cinderella/

Oglesby Community Center , 118 Main St

https://www.facebook.com/oglesby.rattlesnake.roundup

UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3240 Old Glory Pkwy, FAC 1120

https://cowancenter.org/

Wortham Theater Center, Wortham Theater Center

https://www.houstonballet.org/seasontickets/pdps/2023-2024/bespoke/

Wortham Theater Center, Wortham Theater Center

https://www.houstonballet.org/seasontickets/pdps/2023-2024/bespoke/

Festival Concert Hall, 248 Jaster Road

https://tinyurl.com/3s4nkyua

Festival Concert Hall, 248 Jaster Road

https://tinyurl.com/4mtv8x35

Abilene Convention Center, 1100 N 6th St

https://abiphil.com/shows/faure-requiem/

UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3240 Old Glory Pkwy

https://cowancenter.org/

Barcelona, Spain,, Barcelona, Spain,

https://gynecology.healthconferences.org/

Daniel P. Moore Community Complex, 2000 Billy G. Webb

https://www.portlandtx.org/windfest/

Hill Country Fair Association, FM-2169

www.texclipsemusicfestival.com

City of Copperas Cove , East Avenue East & South 2nd Street

https://copperascove.com/2024-solar-eclipse/

REVEILLE PEAK RANCH, 105 Co Rd 114

https://seetexaseclipse.com/

Downtown Tyler, 110 North College Ave

https://visittyler.com/solar-eclipse/

Hotel Dorint Kurfrstendamm, Augsburger Str. 41, Berlin - 10789,Germany, Hotel Dorint Kurfrstendamm, Augsburger Str. 41, Berlin - 10789,Germany

https://www.events.thinkershub.org/robotics-berlin-2024#/?lang=en

UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3240 Old Glory Pkwy

https://cowancenter.org/

Las Vegas, USA, Las Vegas, USA

http://spectusconferences.com/criticalcare-emergency-medicine-conference/

Wortham Theater Center, Wortham Theater Center

https://www.houstonballet.org/seasontickets/pdps/2023-2024/academy-spring-showcase/

Violet Crown Cinema Dallas, 3699 McKinney Avenue

DallasFilm.org

Radisson BLU hotel airport schipol, Boeing Avenue 2 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 1119 PB Schiphol-Rijk, Netherlands

https://mentalhealth.conferenceseries.com/

Fayetteville’s Historic Square, 109 East Main Street

www.artsforruraltexas.org/artwalk

Mexican Colony Park, Brady Texas , 600 Junio

Mexican Colony Park Facebook

Abilene Convention Center, 1100 N 6th St

https://abiphil.com/shows/total-eclipse-of-the-chart/

Bangkok, Thailand, Bangkok

https://www.neurology.scientexconference.com/

To be announced, Bangkok, Thailand

https://www.heartcongress.scientexconference.com

To be announced, Bangkok, Thailand

https://www.heartcongress.scientexconference.com

Bangkok, Thailand, Bangkok, Thailand

https://www.heartcongress.scientexconference.com

Bangkok, Thailand , Bangkok, Thailand

https://www.nursingcare.scientexconference.com/

Bangkok,Thailand, Bangkok, Thailand

https://www.nursingcare.scientexconference.com/

Grand Mercure Bangkok Atrium, 1880 New Petchburi Road, Bangkapi Huay Kwang, Bangkok, 10310 Thailand

https://www.otolaryngology.scientexconference.com/

Wortham Theater Center, Wortham Theater Center

https://www.houstonballet.org/seasontickets/pdps/2023-2024/mayerling/

Prague, Czech Republic, Prague, Czech Republic

https://www.spectrumconferences.com/2024/isphpm

Prague, Czech Republic, Prague, Czech Republic

https://www.spectrumconferences.com/2024/ispdds

Prague, Czech Republic, Prague, Czech Republic, Prague, Czech Republic

Prague, Czech Republic, Prague, Czech Republic, Prague, Czech Republic

Wortham Theater Center, Wortham Theater Center

https://www.houstonballet.org/seasontickets/pdps/2023-2024/four-seasons/

Pampa downtown streets, 100 s Cuyler st

Www.pampafest.com

Lake Jackson Civic Center, 333 SH 332

Lake Jackson brings the Yuletide cheer with this kick-off to the holiday season. Festivities include a carnival, games, and a parade.

lakejackson-tx.gov

Shelby Park, 220 W. Main St.

Enjoy live music, carnival rides, food vendors, and family fun along the banks of the Rio Grande.

facebook.com/officialcityeaglepasstexas

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