Fairs & Festivals
A World of Color
Christa Watson was always crafty growing up and knew she wanted to own some kind of craft-related business one day — “but nothing stuck until I got into quilting,” she says. Her first experience, while in college, was to help tie together the layers Read more
Don't miss the 33rd Annual Burton Cotton Gin Festival on April 23
It’s festival time in Burton, Texas! Time for the 33rd annual Burton Cotton Gin Festival, Saturday, April 23 on the grounds of the Texas Cotton Gin Museum. Watch history come alive in celebration of the 1914 Burton Farmers Gin, the oldest operating c Read more
Brian Jones
Come on down to the Downtown Bryan Street and Art Fair this Saturday, April 9
Destination Bryan is pleased to announce that more than 40 regional and international artists and craftsmen will exhibit paintings, jewelry, pottery, and more at the Downtown Bryan Street and Art Fair on Saturday, April 9 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on W. Read more
Indulge in chocolate delights at Berhardt Winery's 5th Annual Chocolate, Strawberry, and Wine Festival
What could be more intoxicating in the spring than the smell of wildflowers highlighted by the sweet aromas of freshly harvested strawberries and decadent handcrafted chocolates, all while sipping on an aged tannic red wine while your palate aches to Read more
Messina Hof hosts 38th Annual Wine and Roses Festival on April 23
Located at the Messina Hof Estate in Bryan, Texas, the Messina Hof Wine and Roses Festival will celebrate the 38th anniversary of the budding of the vines and the blooming of the roses. Guests will gather to enjoy wine tasting, live music, local vend Read more
WorthPoint announces next Treasure Hunt to be at Round Top on Mar. 30
WorthPoint, the world's largest online resource for researching, valuing, and preserving antiques, art, and vintage collectibles, has announced it will host its next Treasure Hunt event on March 30 in Round Top, Texas, to assist collectors and resell Read more
Bellville holding Farmers and Artisan Market Saturday
Start your holiday weekend in Bellville on Saturday, July 3 from 9 a.m. to noon at the First Saturday Bellville Farmers and Artisan Market. The event will be held under the Jim Bishop Pavilion, adjacent to Chesley Park and playground. Bring a co... Read more
Freedom Festival 2021
The City of Navasota will be hosting the 2nd annual Freedom Festival on Friday, July 2, in downtown Navasota. The event will include the annual Fourth of July Parade, live music, fireworks, and family fun. The Fourth of July Parade will begin a... Read more
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