This Year's Events
There's always something to celebrate in Texas Forest Country! Our fairs, festivals and contests bring out the flavor of the region. When we throw an event, we make sure our visitors are made to feel welcome. So get ready to kick up your heels, savor a good meal, and soak up a good time in Texas Forest Country!
County Events for the Year 2008
Angelina County
Downtown Paint Out Fundraiser - June 6 - website 
First Street Arts Center, (936) 639-3250
Neches River Rendezvous Event - June 7 - website
First Street Arts Center, (936) 639-3250
One Person Open Spot to Exhibit - August 1 - website
First Street Arts Center, (936) 639-3250
Main Gallery Only. Must apply to exhibition committee. 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Main Gallery Exhibition - February 14
(936) 639-4434
Wine Tasting & Group Exhibition - September 6 - website
First Street Arts Center, (936) 639-3250
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Cash prizes and ribbons, $10 entry fee, juried show.
Nacogdoches County
19th Annual Texas Blueberry Festival - June 14 - website
936-560-5533
Visit www.TexasBlueberryFestival.com for more event information. Admission is FREE!!!
Millard’s Flea Market - January 12 - website
936-564-4490
Shop for bargains and unique items every 2nd weekend.
Nacogdoches Trade Days - January 19 - website
936-564-2150
Find great bargains every 3rd weekend of the month.
Cruisin’ in the Pines - January 12 - website
936-564-4850
If you love the classics - check out the classic cars every second Saturday evening at Harlon’s.
Harley Night at Harlon’s - January 19 - website
936-564-8300
Share your Harley love every third Saturday at Harley Night at Harlon’s.
Panola County
Panola County Cattleman’s Association PRCA Rodeo - May 16
Roy Evans, (903) 692-3296 or (903) 754-1550
Panola County Cattleman’s Association PRCA Rodeo will be held May 16 & 17 at the Rodeo Arena on Hwy. 79N. Sponsored by Cattleman’s Association. Contact Roy Evans, 903 692-3296, 903, 754-1550 for more information.
KMHT Gospel Concert (Dixie Echoes) - June 20
KMHT Gospel Concert (Dixie Echoes) will be held June 20 at the Marshall Civic Center.
KGAS Gospel Concert (The Perry’s) - July 18
Jerry Hanszen, (903) 693-6668
KGAS Gospel Concert (The Perry’s) will be held on July 18 at Carthage Jr. High School. Contact Jerry Hanszen at 903 693-6668 for more information.
Texas Country Music Hall of Fame Showcase - August 15
Tommie Ritter Smith, (903) 693-6634
Texas Country Music Hall of Fame Showcase, a regional talent contest, will be held on August 15 at the Carthage Jr. High Auditorium. Sponsored by Texas Country Music Hall of Fame. Contact Tommie Ritter Smith at 903 693-6634 for more information.
KGAS Tex Ritter Roundup - August 16
Jerry Hanszen, (903) 693-6668
KGAS Tex Ritter Roundup, an annual country music festival, will be held on August 16 at the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame. Contact Jerry Hanszen at (903) 693-6668 for more information.
Annual Texas Country Music Hall of Fame Awards Show - August 16
Tommie Ritter Smith, (903) 693-6634
Annual Texas Country Music Hall of Fame Awards Show will be held on August 16 at the Carthage Jr. High School Auditorium. Contact Tommie Ritter Smith at (903) 693-6634 or email chamber@carthagetexas.com for more information.
East Texas Oil & Gas Blast - October 11
Sandra Sirratt, (903) 297-4017
East Texas Oil & Gas Blast will be held on October 11 at the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame. Contact Sandra Sirratt at (903) 297-4017 or email sirratts@bp.com.
St. Williams Catholic Church Cajun Fest - October 18
Church Office, (903) 693-3766
St. Williams Catholic Church Cajun Fest will be held on October 18th at the St. Williams Catholic Church, 202 W Loop 436. Contact the church office at 903 693-3766 for more information.
“All That Glitters” Gala Auction - November 15
(903) 693-6634
"All That Glitters” Gala Auction will be held on November 15 at the Carthage High School Commons Area. Over 200 items on silent & live auction, entertainment and great food from local restaurants. Call 903 693-6634 or email chamber@carthagetexas.com for more information.
San Augustine County
San Augustine PRCA Rodeo - May 16 - website
J. T. Burnett (936) 275-9477 email waxwagon@yahoo.com
PRCA Rodeo packed with fast action events produced by Scotty Lovelace’s Classic Pro Rodeo
Russell Lee Photography Exhibit - February 15
Bill Simmons 936-275-1108
Noted Photographer Russell Lee’s collections of photographs he made during the depression of “Life in San Augustine” will be on exhibit during the months of April, May and June, 2008.
A Patriotic Salute to God & Country - February 15 - website
San Augustine County Chamber of Commerce 936-275-3610; email liz.sa.chamber@sbcglobal.net
July 4th and July 5th enjoy Dinner with program of patriotic and religious music. Live entertainment.
San Jacinto County
Trades Day - April 26
936-653-2009
4th Saturday, March through November. Lots of crafts and merchandise vendors line the historic courthouse square. The antique shops around the square are also a treat! Bring the family, spend the day, and have a great lunch around the square or at one of the restaurants in town. Starts at 10:00 a.m. and ends at 4:00 p.m. May 24, June 28, July 26, August 23, September 27, October 25, November 22.
Historical Commission Golf Tournament - May 17
936-653-2009
Enjoy a day of golf to support the San Jacinto County Historical Commission.
3rd Annual Bike Rally - May 10
936-653-3278
This is a charity event for Children’s Safe Harbor, a 501(c)(3) corporation. For a $10 entry fee, you will enjoy live music at 10am, a fun run from noon to 4pm, a charity auction from 2pm-4pm, more live music from 4pm-6pm, bikes and other fun stuff from 6pm-7pm, ant live music from 7pm-9pm. Campsites are available for reservation from Tuesday through Saturday (May 6th - 10th). Please contact Angie (936-446-0185 for more information).
Golf Tournament - June 20
936-653-4443
Enjoy a great day golfing at Cape Royale Golf Course located on beautiful Lake Livingston. This event is hosted and supports the Boys and Girls Club of San Jacinto County. A free lunch will be provided at 11:00 a.m. and the shotgun start is at noon.
4th of July Celebration - July 4
936-628-3890
Fun events for the entire family - hot dog eating contest, watermelon eating contest, games, a band to entertain us all, and a grand fireworks display. A flag retirement ceremony will be conducted by Girl Scout Troop #5089. The event begins at 5:00 p.m. and the fireworks display will begin at 9:00 p.m.
Chili Cookoff - May 24 - website
936-653-2184
Compete in the chili cookoff supporting the Coldspring Chamber of Commerce.
Trades Day - May 24
936-653-2009
4th Saturday, March through November. Lots of crafts and merchandise vendors line the historic courthouse square. The antique shops around the square are also a treat! Bring the family, spend the day, and have a great lunch around the square or at one of the restaurants in town. Starts at 10:00 a.m. and ends at 4:00 p.m. June 28, July 26, August 23, September 27, October 25, November 22.
Christmas in July - July 26
936-653-2255
Enjoy lots of vendors of crafts and merchandise around the historic Coldspring Courthouse Square. You can also shop in the quaint shops across from the square.
Trades Day - June 28
936-653-2009
4th Saturday, March through November. Lots of crafts and merchandise vendors line the historic courthouse square. The antique shops around the square are also a treat! Bring the family, spend the day, and have a great lunch around the square or at one of the restaurants in town. Starts at 10:00 a.m. and ends at 4:00 p.m. July 26, August 23, September 27, October 25, November 22.
San Jacinto County Fair & Rodeo - September 20
936-653-4070
Great family fun! Rodeos, carnival rides, stock show, food, and fun. The parade kicks off the event on Sept. 20th and the county fair queen is crowned on the last night of the rodeo. Runs from Sept. 20th through Sept. 27th.
Arts & Antiques Festival - September 13 - website
936-653-2184
This is the 2nd annual festival and is great fun! Local artists set up around the courthouse square and various events are planned.
Fun & Fiddlin’ Fest - October 11
936-628-3890
The 4th annual Fun & Fiddlin’ Fest will be great fun with a hay ride, pumpkin patch, moonwalk, and many other fun events for all ages. World champion fiddlers are compete in this annual event. The fun starts at 10:00 a.m. and runs until 4:00 p.m. The official Texas Old Time Fiddler’s Contest begins at 1:00 p.m.
24th Annual Wolf Creek Car, Truck & Bike Show - October 18 - website
936-653-2184
Great chance to see lots and lots of beautiful antique (and newer model) vehicles. You can also enjoy the natural beauty of the wooded park and Lake Livingston. Camping is available.
11th Annual Christmas Town Lighting - November 29
936-653-2255
What a beautiful sight to behold! At 6:00 p.m. sharp, all the Christmas lights in downtown Coldspring will be turned on. Enjoy the music and visit the shops around the square for cookies, wassail, and great shopping!
Health and Craft Fair - November 8
936-628-3890
The second annual Health and Craft Fair will be a great opportunity to explore health opportunities, obtain health screenings at low or no cost as well as browse through vendors’ booths with their crafts and start your Christmas shopping. A recognition and salute to our veterans will be an important part of ths event. 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
26th Annual Christmas on the Square & Evening Parade - December 13 - website
936-653-2184
This event is a great family tradition. Vendors surround the courthouse square, there are several stages for entertainment, the shops and courthouse are beautifully decorated, there’s lots of food and great family fun. The event ends with a beautiful, lighted parage with Santa!
Christmas Home Tour - December 7
936-653-8815
Visit the beautifully decorated homes and enjoy great Texas hospitality in San Jacinto County. This event is sponsored by the Women’s League of San Jacinto County.
Christmas Parade - December 6
936-628-3890
This event is more beautiful and spectacular each year with the Shepherd ISD bands, Pirates Pride Drill Team, other marching groups strutting their stuff and some great Christmas floats! Santa greets everyone at the Shepherd High School after the parade to hand out treats to the kids. Parade begins at 10:00 a.m.
Shelby County
5th Annual Center Fly-In - May 24 - website
Sammy Dance 936-598-3351 or Jenny Fancher 936-598-3682
Airplane rides for ages 8 to 17, airplane and helicopter displays, hot air balloon rides and glow, model aircraft demonstrations, refreshments and more.
Timpson Frontier Days - July 5 - website
Marilyn Corder 936-254-2603
Live demonstrations, folklore, live entertainment, arts & crafts booths, food booths, parade, pageant, carnival rides and more
Tenaha Independence Day Celebration - July 4 - website
Tenaha City Hall 936-248-3841
Patriotic and gospel music, large fireworks display
Admission is free.
Concessions will be selling refreshments.
East Texas Poultry Festival - October 2 - website
Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 936-598-3682 or info@shelbycountychamber.com
3 day event with food booths, arts & crafts booths, live entertainment, 3 day carnival, cheer competition, art & quilt show,poultry judging and auction and more
$3 admission
Shelby County Sheriff’s Posse PRCA Rodeo - June 20 - website
Boo Klein 936-598-8453 or Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 936-598-3682
June 20 and 21, 7:30 nightly
Bronco bustin’, bull riding, calf roping, barrel racing, live entertainment and more.
Admission Adults $8, children under 12 $6, Children under 5 free.
Tyler County
Allan Shivers Library & Museum Book Sale - May 12
409-283-3709
A six day event! Books of all types, new & used.
On the NE Corner of Dogwood & N. Charlton St.
Enchanted Oaks Bed & Breakfast Yoga & Meditation - May 17
409-331-0018
Enjoy Yoga & Meditation the third Saturday each month at Enchanted Oaks Bed & Breakfast. Yoga 10AM-11:30AM, Lunch included in price, 11:30AM-12:30AM, Meditation 12:30PM-1:30PM.
Leave feeling replenished - Body, Mind & Spirit. $30
40th Annual Alabama-Coushatta Powwow - June 6
936-536-1120
A gathering of Native American dancers from all over the United States showcasing and competing in different styles of dance.
The powwow will be held at the Indian Reservation Ballpark on US Hwy 190.
Event starts at 5PM with Gourd Dance and Grand Entry at 7PM
Admission $5
40th Annual Alabama-Coushatta Powwow - June 7
936-536-1120
Parade at 11AM in front of the Tribal Administration Office on State Park Road 56, Powwow grounds open to public at noon, Gourd Dance at 2PM & 5PM, Grand Entry at 7PM, Powwow will be held at the Indian Reservation Ballpark on US Hwy 190 Admission $5
Allan Shivers Library & Museum Summer Reading Program - June 18
409-283-3709
A weekly event, each Wednesday the children (ages 3-13) meet at the library to hear stories and do crafts, and to turn in the totals for the books they read from the previous week. At the end of the five weeks the Allan Shivers Library rewards the participants with a party of food, games, pony rides, and a special guest.June 18th thru July 16th. 10AM-11AM
Summer Camp at Camp Niwana - June 22
409-983-3386
Please call for more information! 409-983-3386
Enchanted Oaks Bed & Breakfast Yoga & Meditation - June 21
409-331-0018
Enjoy Yoga & Meditation the third Saturday each month at Enchanted Oaks Bed & Breakfast. Yoga 10AM-11:30AM, Lunch included in price, 11:30AM-12:30AM, Meditation 12:30PM-1:30PM.
Leave feeling replenished - Body, Mind & Spirit. $30
Lake Tombigbee Music Festival - July 3
936-536-1120
An evening of music with several bands including country,gospel,blues and more. Fireworks display to celebrate Independence Day. Bring lawn chairs.
Admission free
Enchanted Oaks Bed & Breakfast Yoga & Meditation - July 19
409-331-0018
Enjoy Yoga & Meditation the third Saturday each month at Enchanted Oaks Bed & Breakfast. Yoga 10AM-11:30AM, Lunch included in price, 11:30AM-12:30AM, Meditation 12:30PM-1:30PM.
Leave feeling replenished - Body, Mind & Spirit. $30
Enchanted Oaks Bed & Breakfast Yoga & Meditation - August 16
409-331-0018
Enjoy Yoga & Meditation the third Saturday each month at Enchanted Oaks Bed & Breakfast. Yoga 10AM-11:30AM, Lunch included in price, 11:30AM-12:30AM, Meditation 12:30PM-1:30PM.
Leave feeling replenished - Body, Mind & Spirit. $30