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    Alligators:
  1. Texas Gatorfest
    Anahuac, (Chambers County)
    Each September. Cookoff, Air boat rides, River tours, Live Music, Beauty Pageant, and of course, an Aligator Round Up. For More Information, call Sarah at 409-267-8225.

    2. Art:
  2. Main Street Arts Festival
    Fort Worth, (Tarrant County)
    Winner of the Zenith award for being the Best Overall Festival in Texas (Texas Festival and Events Association)

  3. Mesquite Art Festival and Show
    Fredericksburg, (Gillespie County)
    Festival celebrates the fine craft of woods, attracting over 10,000 visitors each October. Unique furniture, housewares, toys, and decorative items. This is one craft fair that will fascinate every visitor.

    4. Arts and Crafts:
  4. Texas Arts and Crafts Fair
    Kerrville, (Kerr County)
    In May, make the trip to Kerrville for Texas official Arts and Craft Fair, supporting the Texas Arts & Crafts Educational Foundation. Hundreds of Artists and Crafts people from all over Texas. Plenty of fun and food for the entire family. 4000 Riverside Drive, Kerrville, phone 888-335-1455

    5. Autumn Fests:
  5. Fall Foliage Festival
    Canadian, (Hemphill County)
    A Canadian Tradition since 1956, the event brings over 2000 visitors each year on the 3rd weekend of October to enjoy nature's bounty and small town hospitality. The heart and soul of the festival is the unescorted foliage touring, best done at a slow place.

    6. Big Foot:
  6. Texas Bigfoot Conference
    Jefferson, (Marion County)
    There is a history of Bigfoot sightings around Jefferson Texas. The movie "Creature From Black Lake" was filmed near and around Caddo Lake, 15 miles from Jefferson, TX. Fouke, AR, home of the Fouke Monster and setting for the movie "Legend of Boggy Creek", is only an hour away. We have received several reports of Bigfoot sightings in this general area. National guests and noted scholars come to Jefferson for a serious look at the evidence and recent sightings. Contact Craig Woolheater Toll Free 877-529-5550

    7. Butterfly:
  7. Texas Butterfly Festival
    Mission, (Hidalgo County)
    Come down and experience this special place at the peak of butterfly diversity on expert guided field trips, learn about butterflies from internationally renown speakers, stock up on field guides, optics or other butterfly/nature related merchandise at the EXPO and savor south Texas style hospitality at the South Texas BBQ Dinner. Takes place in mid-October in Mission.

    8. Calendars:
  8. Texas Yes! - Calendar of All Texas Yes! Events
    Statewide, (NA County)
    Festivals and Fairs all over Texas.
  9. Texas Historical Commission Calendar
    Statewide, (NAq County)
    Extensive Daily Planner style calendar with a multitude of events of every sort listed on a daily basis. All events are listed on the calendar regardless of type or location.

  10. Travel Texas.com Activities and Events Calendar
    Statewide, (NA County)
    Extensive list of Texas Activities, Events, Driving Tours and more.
  11. Texas Events Calendar - TexasCooking.com
    Statewide, (NA County)
    Search by City, Month, or type of event.
  12. Texas Commission on the Arts - Calendar
    Statewide, (NA County)
    Links to art, music and theatre events all over Texas. Search by city or surrounding community.
    13. Celtic Fests:
  13. League of Celtic Nations - Celtic Festival and Craft Faire
    Amarillo, (Potter County)
    TriState Fairgrounds. Music, Crafts, Dancing, Genealogy workshop, Sheep dog exhibition, Whisky tasting, Workshops on Harp, Tinwhistle, Bagpipes, Harmonica, Mouth Music, Bodhran (Irish Drum), Irish Dance, & much more!

  14. Texas Scottish Festival and Highland Games
    Arlington, (Tarrant County)
    Largest Scottish Festival in Southwest featuring Celtic music, Bagpipe bands, Highland dancing, Athletic events, Childrens games, and much more.

  15. Austin Celtic Association
    Austin, (Travis County)
    The Austin Celtic Association is a non-profit organization established to celebrate and promote Celtic culture through music, dance, language, sports, history, and the arts in Central Texas.

  16. Celtic Heritage Festival
    Bedford, (Tarrant County)
    the Heritage of the Seven Celtic Nations Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, Isle of Man, Brittany, and Galicia.

  17. North Texas Irish Festival
    Dallas, (Dallas County)
    The North Texas Irish Festival is the largest Celtic Festival in the Southwest. This is the top event produced and sponsored by the Southwest Celtic Music Association. Takes place the first weekend of March at Fair Park in Dallas, Texas.

  18. Celtic Heritage Society of the Permian Basin
    Midland, (Midland County)
    Come see the Scottish/Irish Faire at Midland. Website includes links to the Faire Layout, Schedule, Lodging and Travel, Clans/Organizations, Children Events, Workshops, Entertainers, Photos, and Dog Events.

    19. Christmas:
  19. Santa's Wonderland Drive Thru Christmas Park
    College Station, (Brazos County)
    Drive Thru Christmas Park just South of College Station. Hayrides, Pictures with Santa, Marketplace and More.

  20. Pumpkin Festival at the Elgin Christmas Tree Farm
    Elgin, (Bastrop County)
    Held the 2nd and 3rd weekend of October each year. Live music - with a Bluegrass flavor, Scenic hayride, Hay maze and Hay jump, Animals to visit, Antique tractors, Children's activities, Great fall and pumpkin photo opportunities, Pumpkin decorating, Pumpkin carving and fall decorating supplies in the Barn Store, Craft activities.

  21. Christmas In The Stockyards
    Foort Worth, (Tarrant County)
    Start of Christmas in the Texas True Cowboy style with Cowboys Mounted Shooting, Roping Chicken and Goats, Hay Rides, Christmas Music by the Cowtown Opry, 4:20pm Grand Christmas Parade with Riding Clubs, Saloon Gals and Organizations in wagons and Santa Clause. Lighting 30 Ft. Christmas Tree after Parade and singing Christmas Carols. Perfect way to Start Holidays the Cowtown Cowboy Way-Come and enjoy stepping back into the ol' WEST FOR CHRISTMAS.
  22. Walkway of Lights
    Marble Falls, (Burnet County)
    The Walkway of Lights, held at Lakeside Park (307 Buena Vista) in Marble Falls, Texas, will be open to the public November 17, 2006 through January 1, 2007 from 6:00-10:00pm. Pictures with Santa can be taken on Thursdays 6:00pm - 8:00pm and Friday & Saturday evenings from 6:00pm - 10:00pm. Children can have their pictures taken with Santa for $3.00.

  23. Wonderland of Lights
    Marshall, (Harrison County)
    The spirit of Christmas is alive & well in Marshall, Texas. Come enjoy our world-renowned Christmas extravaganza & famous small-town, East Texas hospitality Thanksgiving through New Years' Eve. Wonderland of Lights is one of the largest Christmas celebrations in the United States & attracts tourists from all 50 states and other countries.

  24. Wharton Cowboy Christmas
    Wharton, (Wharton County)
    Entertainment for the Entire Family. Fiddler's Contest, Farmer's Market, Cowboy Church, Music from Local Organizations.

    25. Cinco de Mayo:
  25. Cinco de Mayo
    Denton, (Denton County)
    Home page of the Denton Cinco de Mayo. Links to Schedule of events, news, history, vendors. Fun for the entire family.

  26. Viva! Cinco de Mayo & State Menudo Cook-Off
    San Marcos, (Hays County)
    The most prominent feature of VIVA! Cinco de Mayo is the OFFICIAL STATE-WIDE MENUDO COOK-OFF. Competitors from throughout the State of Texas venture to San Marcos to prepare "their" winning versions of an age-old traditional, Mexican dish - MENUDO.

    27. CItywide Festivals:
  27. Independence Day Celebration, Bellville
    Bellville, (Austin County)
    Schedule of events for Independence Day celebration. The 2002 event will take place July 6th.

  28. Weihnachts Fest Parade
    Boerne, (Kendall County)
    Held the first Friday in December. But check here for latest dates and times.

  29. St. Louis Day Church Festival
    Castroville, (Medina County)
    Held near the end of August, this festival draws visitors from all over. Dubbed the "Homecoming for the State of Texas". Barbecue, Sausage, Entertainment, Rides, Dancing and more.

  30. East Texas Poultry Festival
    Center, (Shelby County)
    Contests, Parades, Shows, Chicken Clucking Contest, Arts and Crafts and Much Much More.

  31. The Great Texas Mosquito Festival
    Clute, (Brazoria County)
    Mosquite calling contest, Carnival, crafts and food booths, horseshoe, and washer pitching, cook-offs, bike and skate tour, Fun for the entire family. 2003 Festival runs July 24-26.

  32. Ogletree Gap Heritage Festival
    Copperas Cove, (Coryell County)
    The Fest celebrates Copperas Cove's Heritage with demonstrations, arts & crafts, food vendors, barbeque cookoff, children activities, storytelling, Civil War re-enactments, a pioneer wedding, and more.

  33. Buccaneer Days
    Corpus Christi, (Nueces County)
    Held in April each year. Parades, PRCA Rodeo, Pageant, Carnival, Dance and more.

  34. Cuero Turkeyfest
    Cuero, (DeWitt County)
    What do "Turkeys" have to do with it? Cuero Turkeyfest is a celebration of which the North Star, Worthington, Minnesota and the Lone Star, Cuero, Texas come together for the 2nd heat of a friendly rivalry of the GREAT GOBBLER GALLOP. Join the fun, dancing, lawnmower racing, bull-riding. Chili and Barbecue Cookoffs, Washer Pitching, Horseshoe Throwing, Jalopeno Eating, and much more.

  35. Dogie Days
    Dumas, (Moore County)
    Barbecue, Midway, Parade and more. Links to pictures and details from previous years event.

  36. Elgin Hogeye Festival
    Elgin, (Bastrop County)
    Takes place the fourth weekend in October.

  37. Night in Old Fredericksburg
    Fredericksburg, (Gillespie County)
    Make plans to join us for the 40th Annual Night in Old Fredericksburg where the fun never sets! Marktplatz (Market Square) Downtown Fredericksburg. Arts and Crafts, Polka Bands, Food and Fun for the Entire Family.

  38. Main Street Days
    Grapevine, (Tarrant County)
    Arts and Crafts, Food, Live Entertainment, Vintage Train Rides, and much more

  39. Spring Ho Festival
    Lampasas, (Lampasas County)
    Celebrating the natural springs in Lampasas, the 2002 festival runs The second week of July (check website for exact dates). Website includes complete calendar, information and pictures from previous festivals.

  40. Cotton Harvest Festival
    Moody, (McLennan County)
    Parade, Crafts, Food, and much more. Held each September. In 2006, Moody was 125 years old. The 2006 Festival comemorates 125 Moody's 125 years.

  41. Schulenburg Festival
    Schulenburg, (Fayette County)
    Bring the family and join in the fun. There will be lots for everyone to do at "The Festival". There's a Ladies & Men's Softball Tournament, a RAD (Run Against Drugs), the Chili Cook off, Volleyball Tournament, Golf Tournament, Arts, Crafts, Antiques, Collectibles, Go Texan Events, Horseshoe Pitching, Cow Chip & Eggs Toss, 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament, Dunking Board, Petting Zoo, Tricycle Races, Homecoming Carnival, and lots of Food Booths & Ice Cold Refreshments.

  42. Tyler Rose Festival
    Tyler, (Smith County)
    History and Information on one of Texas most beautiful traditions.

  43. Texas Country Reporter Festival
    Waxahachie, (Ellis County)
    Join Texas Country Reporter, Bob Phillips, and many of the colorful people featured on his television series about Texas.

    44. Cookoffs:
  44. Smoke on the Water Chili Cookoff
    Aransas Pass, (San Patricio County)
    Chili cookoff the first weekend in May in Aransas Pass.

  45. World Championship Barbecue Goat Cookoff
    Brady, (McCulloch County)
    Richard's Park is the home of the World Championship Barbecue Goat Cookoff every Labor Day weekend. Approximately 125 cookers come from all over the world to compete in this unique event. An arts and crafts show, fiddler's contest, sheep dog trials, and team roping round out the events for the weekend. Held Labor Day Weekend.

  46. The National Championship Barbecue Cookoff
    Meridian, (Bosque County)
    This event is an invitation only event for cooks who have won or placed in recognized barbecue cookoffs during the past year. Held on the Shore of the beautiful Bosque River. Event includes a concert, a visit from Miss Texas, a dance, a fish fry, an auction, arts and crafts show, a car show, a 4-wheel drive rock crawling event and a carnival.

  47. Index to Texas Chili Cookoffs
    Statewide, (NA County)
    Chronological Listing of Texas Chili Cookoffs, fees, locations, dates and details.

  48. The Official Terlingua Chili Cookoff
    Terlingua, (Brewster County)
    The Chili Cookoff phenomena started right here, in Terlingua's Ghost Town. Now it has grown into two competitions, cooking and well ... showmanship.

    49. Costumes:
  49. Kimothy's Closet
    Austin, (Travis County)
    Kimothy specializes in Renaissance Costumes, as well as special event and theme costumes. A Native of Vermont, Kim has a talent for what looks good. Lucky for Texans, she has brought this wonderful talent to Austin.

    50. County Fairs:
  50. Jim Bowie Days
    Bowie, (Montague County)
    the 38th Annual Jim Bowie Days, June 25-26. Tractor Pull, Contests, Rodeo, Washer Pitching, Races, Kiddie Parade, Food, Frolic, and Fun. PARADE FRIDAY RODEO NIGHTLY

    51. Cowboy:
  51. Celebrate Bandera
    Bandera, (Bandera County)
    Labor Day week-end Saturday and Sunday will find the whole town alive with cowboys and dudes and little buckaroos jostling for position to see Dr. E.T. Bushrod's Medicine Show, the Texas Badlands Rangers, the San Antonio Living History Association, the famous Brazos Bottom Cowographers and a chance to ride in a stagecoach, The Texas Longhorn Riders and the Buffalo Soldier’s Camp. Folks will be scramblin’ to watch the Fancy Dancers and ceremonial dances of the Celebrate Bandera Intertribal Pow Wow.

  52. Frontier Days
    Breckenridge, (Stephens County)
    Food, Games, Crafts, Rodeo, Gun Fighting, Horseshoes, Live Entertainment and the Bob Drake Memorial Chuck Wagon Cookoff. May 3-5, 2002.

  53. X-I-T Rodeo and Reunion
    Dalhart, (Dallam County)
    Rodeo, Parade, Food and Bands the first weekend of every August. Celebrates the cowboys skills of working cowboys from a day when the X-I-T ranch was the largest cattle ranch in the world.

    54. Cultural:
  54. Brazos Valley Worldfest
    Bryan, (Brazos County)
    Texas A&M University is spearheading the organization of this first-time, community-wide festival. The Brazos Valley Worldfest will celebrate international awareness by offering cultural displays, demonstrations, international cuisine, performances, children's crafts, educational competitions and many other activities. This event is free and open to the public.

  55. Armenia Fest
    Carrollton, (Dallas County)
    Held in October, to celebrate Texas' Armenian heritage. Famous Armenians include Arlene Francis and Cher. This site provide extensive history and background of the Armenian contributes to civilization and culture.

  56. Dallas International Festival
    Dallas, (Dallas County)
    For the past several years, Dallas International has hosted the ONLY TRULY international and global festival in the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex. Join us for a tour around the world with local ambassadors! This unique celebration is fun for the entire family! Four stages, workshops, food, arts, Naturalization Ceremony and much more. Held each November

  57. Texas Folklife Festival
    San Antonio, (Bexar County)
    Celebrating the traditions and cultures of Texas. Held at the Institute of Texas Cultures at Hemisfair Plaza.

  58. Waxahachie Chatauqua
    Waxahachie, (Ellis County)
    The Waxahachie Chatauqua Assembly gathers for their annual meeting in September - a sort of learning festival. The 2005 Chatauqua is titled "Food for Thoughts and Thoughts about Food". Read about Chatauqua by visiting our website.

    59. Cultural Fests:
  59. Japan Festival
    Houston, (Harris County)
    Japanese Games, Origami, Pottery, Taiko Drummers, Koto Music, Japanese Dance Groups, Martial Arts, Food, Exhibits and much more.

    60. Czech Fests:
  60. Westfest
    West, (McLennan County)
    Held each Labor Day weekend, Westfest celebrates West's Czech heritage, with Polka, Beer, Food, and Fun. Website plays the Chicken Dance in the Background.

    61. Fairs:
  61. Amarillo's Tri-State Exposition
    Amarillo, (Potter County)
    Links to events, and facilites of the fairgrounds in Eastern Amarillo. Event runs a full week and includes a Rodeo, Music, Food, Rides and plenty of fun for the entire family.

  62. Brazoria County Fair
    Angleton, (Brazoria County)
    2002 event runs October 4 - 12. Plenty of events, livestock and entertainment for the whole family. Events include a PCRA Pro Rodeo and Brazoria County Youth Rodeo.

  63. Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo
    Austin, (Travis County)
    Rodeo, Livestock Show, Concerts, Youth Fair, and more. Held late March to early April each year.

  64. Austin County Fair
    Bellville, (Austin County)
    The 77th Annual Austin County Fair, good Austin County fun, food, entertainment and fellowship. A big midway, PRCA Rodeos, Livestock Show, Parade, Queen's Contest, Youth Auction Sale, exhibits and national recording artists.

  65. Central Texas State Fair
    Belton, (Bell County)
    Live music, great food, some of the best bull riders in the sport, a demolition derby, carnival rides, double point livestock shows and a lot of exciting family fun.

  66. Montgomery County Fair
    Conroe, (Montgomery County)
    We have the best County Fair in the USA and invite you to come by and see for yourself. Fair week includes a rough and rowdy "nowhere but Texas" CPRA Rodeo. We also host one of the state's biggest and best Barbecue Cookoff competitions the second week of Fair Week. There's a lot to see and do, so put on your boots and come join us for a great time!

  67. The State Fair of Texas
    Dallas, (Dallas County)
    Everything you ever wanted to know about the largest State Fair in the world. Links to events, History, Competition, Shows and much, much more. Also home to the Texas-OU game every year in the Mobil Cotton Bowl.

  68. Kerr County Fair
    Kerrville, (Kerr County)
    Cook-offs, Talent Show, Rodeo, Dance, Arts Competition, Food, Fun and More for the whole family. Hill Country Youth Exhibit center State Highway 27 East, Kerrville. (830)257-6833

  69. Fayette County Country Fair
    La Grange, (Fayette County)
    Held over Labor Day weekend each year on the Fayette County Fairgrounds in La Grange. Website has links to activites, BBQ cookoff, Entertainment, and much more.

  70. Guadalupe County Fair and Rodeo
    Seguin, (Guadalupe County)
    Fair, Rodeo, and Barbecue Cookoff.

  71. Heart O' Texas Fair and Rodeo
    Waco, (McLennan County)
    The Heart of Texas Fair and Rodeo is one of the Largest Local Fairs in the Nation.

    72. Fiestas:
  72. Charro Days Fiesta
    Brownsville, (Cameron County)
    Charro Days is one of the Top 100 Events in North America. It is the oldest fiesta in the Rio Grande Valley.

  73. Fiesta San Antonio
    San Antonio, (Bexar County)
    The 112th Fiesta® San Antonio celebration takes place April 19-27, 2003. Fiesta® San Antonio is a 10-day festival that honors the heroes of the Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto and celebrates the diverse heritage, culture and spirit of the San Antonio community.

    74. Film Festivals:
  74. SXSW - South By SouthWest - Film and Interactive Conference
    Austin, (Travis County)
    Annual Film Festival in March. Showcase for independent film makers. Trade show includes film and interactive events. One of the largest film festivals in the United States.

  75. Island Film Festival
    Galveston, (Galveston County)
    Five categories of film competition for students. Deadline for entries is March, Festival held on the Strand in April.

  76. Rockport Film Festival
    Rockport, (Aransas County)
    Enjoy four days of over 50 independent films: features, shorts, animation & documentaries. Meet and mingle with filmmakers and artists. Wine and dine at our five festival receptions Stroll our Artwalk of over a dozen galleries.

    77. Food Themes:
  77. Aransas Pass Shrimporee
    Aransas Pass, (San Patricio County)
    The festival highlights arts and crafts, seafood, fun and entertainment for over 55,000 people. A variety of seafood and other specialties will be available including: Fried Shrimp, Shrimp Creole, Cajun Style Shrimp, Boiled Shrimp, Fish, Turkey Legs, Funnel Cakes, Gumbo, Cotton Candy, Candy Apples, and so much more! Held in July.

  78. Spamarama - The Official Pandemonious Potted Pork Party
    Austin, (Travis County)
    Dedicated to that Great American (Meat?), Spam! Event takes place in early April i Austin

  79. Chili Pepperama
    Dallas, (Dallas County)
    Hot and Fiery Food Vendors as well as great Arts and Crafts booth. Texas Chefs Association Annual Chili Confrontation. Junior Chefs Pumpkin Ice Cream Crank Off. Live Music on the Pepper Stage.

  80. De Leon Peach and Melon Festival
    De Leon, (Comanche County)
    Over 30,000 visitors crowd into this small town the first week of August every year to enjoy music, food, and fun --- and of course, lots of watermelon.

  81. Dr Pepper Birthday Celebration
    Dublin, (Erath County)
    Dublin is home to the oldest Dr. Pepper Bottling Plant in Texas, and the only one still using cane sugar (the original recipe). Held each June, in conjuction with the Dublin Area Reunion at Dublin High School and the Dublin Historical Society's barbecue lunch.

  82. Kolache-Klobase Festival
    East Bernard, (Wharton County)
    Bands and Polka galore, Food, Music, and Fun.

  83. Floresville Peanut Festival
    Floresville, (Wilson County)
    The Goober Games kick off the celebration on Tuesday afternoon with games and activities for all children. On Thursday evening, Queen Tunaep and King Reboog are crowned during an elaborate ceremony. Contests, cookies, pies, peanut brittle, and a Street Dance top off the celebration. Held the second weekend in October.

  84. East Texas Yamboree
    Gilmer, (Upshur County)
    One of the oldest festivals in Texas. Celebrates the local cash crop, the yam (sweet potato). Barbecue, Dances, Music, Fiddle Contest, Food, Carnival, and of course plenty of Yam competitions.

  85. Cornyval
    Helotes, (Bexar County)
    Rodeo, Carnival, Midway, Food and More. Helotes is just outside San Antonio.

  86. Tomato Fest
    Jacksonville, (Cherokee County)
    Held each June in Jacksonville as a celebration of the Tomato.

  87. Luling Watermelon Thump
    Luling, (Caldwell County)
    Carnival, Kiddie Rides, Exhibits, Arts and Crafts, Seed Spitting and Watermelon Eating Contests, Music, Car Show, Rodeo, Food, Drink and Dancing. Bring the whole Family. Held in late June each year.

  88. Texas Blueberry Festival
    Nacogdoches, (Nacogdoches County)
    The Texas Blueberry Festival was founded in 1990 by the Nacogdoches County Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the blueberry industry in the county. The festival is held annually on the second weekend of June in historic downtown Nacogdoches.

  89. Poteet Strawberry Festival
    Poteet, (Atascosa County)
    The Poteet Strawberry Festival® is one of the oldest, most popular events in the state, the Annual Poteet Strawberry Festival held the second weekend in April, is recognized as the largest agricultural festival in Texas as well as one of the most exciting, most dynamic festivals in the Greater Southwest.

  90. Stonewall Peach JAMboree and Rodeo
    Stonewall, (Gillespie County)
    Breakfast, Rodeo, 5K-10K Run/Walk, Entertainment, Peach Pageant, Peach Auctino, Barbecue, Children's Entertainment, Peach Show, Washer Tournament, and Dance.

  91. Parker County Peach Festival
    Weatherford, (Parker County)
    An old fashioned country fair with games, activities, contests and a huge variety of arts and crafts from artisans all over the state of Texas. In July each year.

  92. Onion Fest
    Weslaco, (Hidalgo County)
    All sorts of cooking competitions, plus Raw Onion eating contest, arts, crafts, and all sorts of family fun.

  93. Texas Rice Festival
    Winnie, (Chambers County)
    Live Music, Street dances, Carnival, Arts, Crafts, Livestock exhibitions. Takes place every October.

    94. German Fests:
  94. Island Oktoberfest
    Galveston, (Galveston County)
    22nd Annual family oriented German Festival featuring traditional German food, Wurst and Libations. German music all day with the Alpenfest Band. Dancing, live auction, raffle and historic tours. 11a.m.-7p.m., 25th & Winnie Street. Free Admission.

  95. Germanfest
    Muenster, (Cooke County)
    Held the last weekend of April each year. Plenty of Food, Music, events and fun for the entire family.

  96. Wurstfest
    New Braunfels, (Comal County)
    During the 10-day festival, you’ll find a variety of entertainment, food and fun on the Wurstfest Grounds in Landa Park and many special events throughout New Braunfels and Comal County. Food, Music, Dancing, and Fun for the entire family.

  97. Tomball German Heritage Festival
    Tomball, (Harris County)
    Tomball German Heritage Festival Music/Street 3 day event, Last weekend in March, no addmission.

    98. Greek:
  98. Greek Food Festival of Dallas
    Dallas, (Dallas County)
    Like a visit to Greece, the Greek Food Festival of Dallas offers a rich, multi-sensory experience of Greek hospitality and culture. Enjoy savory cuisine, soulful music, lively dancing, imported wines, and shopping in the AGORA marketplace.

    99. Halloween:
  99. Terlingua's Day of the Dead
    Terlingua, (Brewster County)
    On November 2nd, when it turns dark, we start lighting candles. Then we light a nice bonfire and enjoy the evening among friends, both alive and otherwise...

  100. Screams Halloween Theme Park
    Waxahachie, (Ellis County)
    Holliday in the park, only this time it's haunted.

    101. Heritage Fests:
  101. Yesterfest
    Bastrop, (Bastrop County)
    Spend the day with your family on the banks of the Colorado River. Childrens activities, history, pioneer skills and crafts, food, texas Ranger drills, and more.

  102. Olde Tyme Days Festival
    Dayton, (Liberty County)
    Festival originally to provide scholarships to local students. Festival in April has Chili and Barbecue Cookoffs, crafts booths, food and fun for the whole family.

  103. Edgewood Heritage Festival
    Edgewood, (Van Zandt County)
    The Annual Edgewood Heritage Festival takes place among the grounds of the Heritage Park outdoor museum. Among the log cabins and the Heritage Park outdoor museum grounds, enjoy Texas music, arts and crafts, a vintage car show, CASI Chili cook-off, Mr & Mrs Claus, children's area, quilt show and new this year, a sidewalk art sale, while enjoying food and entertainment.

    104. Humor:
  104. O. Henry Museum Pun-Off World Championships
    Austin, (Travis County)
    Celebrate the lowest form of humor in high style at the 31st Annual O. Henry Pun-Off World Championships on Saturday, May 17, 2008. This irreverent assault on our anguished language annually lures both veteran verbivores and naïve neophytes on a passionate pilgrimage to meet their Mecca in Austin. For more information about the Pun Off, visit their official website, punpunpun.com.

    105. Indexes:
  105. Annual Train Shows in Texas
    Statewide, (NA County)
    Index of Texas Trainshows, dates, locations, details.

  106. Texas Events Calendar - Howdyyall.com
    Statewide, (NA County)
    Search for events by Month, Region, County or City. Add an event. Quick links to the official web pages of hundreds of annual events all around Texas. Click on the City or County and get a list of annual events in that location. Planning your calendar couldn't be easier.
  107. 2 Camels - Festivals and Events - Texas
    Statewide, (NA County)
    This website is a lot of fun. The link provided is to their Texas festivals. Be sure to check out other features a 2Camels.com
    108. Leap Year:
  108. Leap Year Festival
    Anthony, (El Paso County)
    Anthony calls itself the Leap Year Birthday Capital of the World. Celebration includes a parade, hot air balloons, hay rides, arts and crafts, carnival, food, fireworks and more.

  109. Leap Year Day - February 29
    Anthony, (El Paso County)
    Festival head every four years on February 29th, is the world's largest festival for people born on February 29th. Website has links to famous Feb 29th babies, party idea, information for parents of leap year babies, and much more.
    110. Mardi Gras:
  110. Mardi Gras on Galveston Island
    Galveston, (Galveston County)
    Parades by and day and night, something for every age group. Many company, hotel and private masked balls provide extra evening entertainment in fine tradition. And there are several art exhibits, sporting events, and literally every business on the island participates in some fashion.

  111. Mardi Gras - Port Arthur
    Port Arthur, (Jefferson County)
    Arts, Crafts, Food, Carnival, Parades, Concerts, Kidzone and more.

    112. Music Fests:
  112. Fort Griffin Fundangle
    Albany, (Shackleford County)
    Last two full weekends (Thursday, Friday and Saturday) in June. Texas oldest outdoor Musical. Also come to see historic tour of the courthouse, other performances, and a chuck wagon dinner.

  113. Argyle Bluegrass Festival
    Argyle, (Denton County)
    The City of Argyle, Texas and the Argyle Chamber of Commerce are proud to bring you the Argyle Bluegrass Festival. The festival is held in Argyle, Texas at the Cross Timbers Community Church during March of each year. We hope you will be able to come join in the family fun!

  114. Jerry Garcia Birthday Festival
    Austin, (Travis County)
    Takes place in August on Lake Austin. Many bands get together to celebrate the life of the late Grateful Dead member Jerry Garcia. Links to the bands, events, low down, and related Links.

  115. Texas Jazz Festival
    Corpus Christi, (Nueces County)
    This music Festival is held in mid-October in Corpus Christi. Now in its 41st year, the Texas Jazz Festival is a musical masterpiece rich in tradition and talent. Virtuosos like Al Hirt, Arnett Cobb, Zoot Sims, Mary Lou Williams and Al Jarreau have graced the stages of this free event throughout its abundant history, and have established the Texas Jazz Festival as a true gem among jazz aficionados.

  116. Old Settlers Music Festival
    Driftwood, (Hays County)
    Over Two-Dozen live performances on stage. Website contains links to Schedules, Directions, Camping, Lodging and more.

  117. Texas Swing Country Music Festival
    Dripping Springs, (Hays County)
    Outstanding Live Music on Two Stages, Huge Dance floor, Kid's Stage and activities just for them, Historical Re-enactors, Central Texas' Best Food and Drink, Artists and Artisans, Lively Bidding in The Silent Auction, Texas & Western Book Signings, and more.

  118. Fiddler's Frolic
    Halletsville, (Lavaca County)
    4th Weekend in April in Halletsville

  119. Mesquite Guitar Festival
    Mesquite, (Dallas County)
    Flaminco, Jazz, Gospel, Country, you'll find it all here. Located on the Campus of Eastfield College.

  120. Comal Country Music Show
    New Braunfels, (Comal County)
    Held the second weekend of each month.

  121. Bob Wills Day
    Turkey, (Hall County)
    Parade, Old Fiddlers Contest, Barbecue, Pancake Breakfast, Saturday Night Dance and more. Every April in Turkey, Texas, hometown of Bob Wills, King of Texas Swing.

    122. Native American:
  122. Austin Powwow
    Austin, (Travis County)
    1st Saturday in November, at the Burger Center in Southwest Austin. Each year, the Powwow (the nation's largest annual school event) draws more than 25,000 people for a single-day gathering of traditional American Indian dancing, singing, arts, crafts, foods and traditional/contemporary entertainment. 512-360-5502

    123. Photos:
  123. Main Street Arts Festival - durangotexas.com
    Fort Worth, (Tarrant County)
    Photos and description by durangotexas.com, of the Fort Worth Main Street Arts Festival.

    124. Polka:
  124. National Polka Festival
    Ennis, (Ellis County)
    Held each May in Ennis. Site links to bands, schedules, activities, sponsors, and more. Join the Fun, May 23-25, 2003.

  125. South Texas Polka and Sausage Festival
    Hallettsville, (Lavaca County)
    Food, Bands, Dance, and Fun. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus.

    126. Rattlesnakes:
  126. Sweetwater Jaycees Rattlesnake Roundup
    Sweetwater, (Nolan County)
    Since 1958, the World's Largest Rattlesnake Round-Up has been held in Sweetwater, Texas and sponsored by the Sweetwater Jaycees. The Round-Up is held annually on the 2nd weekend in March at the Nolan County Coliseum.

    127. Renaissance:
  127. Excalibur Fantasy Faire
    Dale, (Caldwell County)
    Great Food, Taverns, Games, and over 70 vendors.

  128. Middlefaire Renaissance & Medieval Festival
    Hillsboro, (Hill County County)
    This is a Renaissance Faire held once a year in Hillsboro Texas. While the actual faire is only held in October, the site is open for other events year round. The website contains pictures of past faires, camping information as well as the future building plans for the site.

  129. The Texas Renaissance Festival
    Plantersville, (Grimes County)
    The Texas Renaissance Festival is located on a re-created 16th century English Village. This theme park is filled with unique craftsmen & artisans from around the world, tantalizing food and drink, lush gardens, games and rides, and music and drama that will awaken all of your senses. We are located 50 miles northwest of Houston on FM 1774 between Magnolia and Plantersville. Runs from early October until mid-November. Overnight camping available.

  130. Scarborough Faire Renaissance Festival
    Wacahachie, (Ellis County)
    One persons account in word and photographs of a visit to the Faire. Dozens of Photos.
  131. Scarborough Faire Renaissance Festival - Waxahachie
    Waxahachie, (Ellis County)
    Runs From mid-April until early June. Scarborough Faire is one of the largest and most popular Renaissance Festivals in the nation, complete with entertainment, crafts, food, drink, games, and fun! Join the festivities as hundreds of prominent entertainers perform, over 200 Artisans display and demonstrate their craft, and food and beverage vendors offer a delicious variety of over 60 menu items fit for a King.

    132. River Fests:
  132. Bandera Riverfest
    Bandera, (Bandera County)
    Come join the fun as Bandera Business Association holds its 10th annual RIVERFEST on the banks of the beautiful Medina River. Wear your swim suit and bring your tube, you won't want to miss the opportunity of floating in one of the cleanest, clearest rivers in Texas. RiverFest is Bandera's way of CELEBRATING SUMMER!!

    133. Rodeos:
  133. National Cutting Horse Association World Finals
    Amarillo, (Potter County)
    Website has daily updates of activities, as well as live web casting during this event held annually in Amarillo.

  134. CCRA - Memorial Day Weekend Rodeo
    Bandera, (Bandera County)
  135. Cowboy Capital Rodeo Association
    Bandera, (Bandera County)
    The Cowboy Capital PRCA Rodeo promises Family Fun for all in the Texas Hill Country! Bandera, the Cowboy Capital of the World, and home to many World Champion Cowboys, presents its Pro Rodeo each Memorial Weekend at Mansfield Park in Bandera, Texas. This year, the 2007 Memorial Weekend Rodeo will be held May 25, 26 and 27th. Performances are at 8 pm all 3 nights at Mansfield Park in Bandera, Texas and include Bull Riding, Barrel Racing, Bareback Riding and more!

  136. Bad Company Rodeo: Pro Rodeo's Rockin'est Stock Contracting Company
    Brady, (McCulloch County)
    Bad Company rodeo produces rodeos and provides livestock for rodeos across the USA. We are the wildest rodeo production an stock contracting company in the World.

  137. Canadian Rodeo
    Canadian, (Hemphill County)
    The informal Cowboy Contest of 1888 later evolved into the Anvil Park Rodeo, one of the big events on the PRCA circuit for more than thirty years. World War II intervened, but the Anvil Park Rodeo was revived in 1946 as the Annual Fourth of July Rodeo Celebration.

  138. Cowtown Coliseum
    Fort Worth, (Tarrant County)
    Championship Rodeo at the Fort Worth Stockyards. Check the online Calendar for upcoming events - There's always something going on.

  139. Fort Worth Stockshow and Rodeo
    Fort Worth, (Tarrant County)
    Held in January at the Will Rogers Colleseum complex. Website has quick link to daily activities, exhibitors, commerical exhibits, ticket sales, FAQs, history and much, MUCH more.

  140. Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
    Houston, (Harris County)
    Runs from mid February to the end of the month. Rodeo, Carnival, Shopping, Contests, Cookoffs, and Live Entertainment.

  141. Rodeotown
    Marble Falls, (Burnet County)
    Both a western wear store where cowboys and cowgirls can buy tools of their trade (Saddles, ropes, western wear and western gifts) and a rodeo arena where they can practice their trade (calf roping, team roping, or barrel racing). The RODEOTOWN arena also has plenty of seating for those who want to come and watch, be it practice or competition.

  142. Fiesta Charreada
    San Antonio, (Bexar County)
    Charreadas, Traditional Mexican Rodeos, are held at the ranch at 6126 Padre Dr., San Antonio, Texas. Gates open at 1:00 P.M., with the Mariachis performing between 1:00 and 2:00 and a Ballet Folklorico dancing between 2:00 and 3:00. The charreada to be held at 3:00. Food and beverage booths will be available. Admission is $10.00 for adults, children 12 and under are free. Check website for dates.

  143. San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo
    San Antonio, (Bexar County)
    Blasting into the all new SBC Center on February 1, 2003 ­ it's a brand new Rodeo!! The 54th Annual San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo offers 16 days of the most extreme thrills and adventures for the young and young at heart.

  144. San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo
    San Antonio, (Bexar County)
    Largest Livestock Show in South Texas. Two week run annually in February.

    145. Spring Fests:
  145. Windfest
    Portland, (San Patricio County)
    Held in April each year. Arts and Crafts, Food, Exhibits, Pageant, Chili/Bean/Rib Cookoff, and Live Entertainment.

  146. Spring Break - South Padre Island
    South Padre Island, (Cameron County)
    Links to Lodging, Dining, Activities, Concerts, Nightlife, and Transportation. Even a link to photos from the last Spring Break.

  147. Spring Fest
    Weslaco, (Hidalgo County)
    The First Annual Weslaco Spring Fest is February 23-27 2005.

  148. Tyler County Dogwood Festival
    Woodville, (Tyler County)
    Celebrating the Beauty of Springtime in East Texas. Dogwood Parade, Fireworks, Arts & Crafts, Historical Drama, Sweetheart Contest, Western Parade, Trailrides, Rodeo, Dance, Music, Tournaments, Historical Drama, Mr. East Texas, Queen’s Coronation.

    149. Story Telling:
  149. Texas Story Telling Festival
    Denton, (Denton County)
    Held each March in Denton, festival includes workshops, concerts, and story telling entries from all over Texas.

  150. George West Storyfest
    George West, (Live Oak County)
    Chuckwagon Dinner, Professional Storytellers, Cowboy Poetry, Music, Red Wagon Parade, Dance Performances, Children's Activities, Food Booths, Craft Demonstrations, Sacred Stories, Arts and Crafts, Street Dance. Oct 31 to Nov 2, 2003.

    151. Wildflower Fests:
  151. Bluebonnet Festival
    Burnet, (Burnet County)
    Held in early April each year. Live bands, gunfights, food, crafts, and good family fun.

  152. The Official Texas Bluebonnet Festival
    Chappell Hill, (Washington County)
    So designated by the Texas Legislature, this Festival in Chappell Hill features Arts and Crafts, Music, Food, and Family Fun.

    153. Wine Festivals:
  153. Grapefest
    Grapevine, (Tarrant County)
    This year's festival includes non-stop live entertainment on four stages, wine tastings featuring the best of the Texas wine industry in the festival, Vintage and Classic Car Shows, the 10th annual GrapeFest Tennis Classic, and much, much more.