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Thru January 1, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Athens: The Christmas Park Land of Lights. More than a mile long, bejeweled with over 2 million lights, and complete with festive music, it's sure to get everyone in the holiday spirit. Time: Open every night 6 pm to 10:30 pm. Cost: $15 per family vehicle, $25 commercial van and pick-up load, 16+ people $2 each. Location: Off Loop 317 between Hwy 175W and Hwy 31W. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 903-675-7469. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, Nov. 10 through Jan. 1. Thru January 1, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Kilgore: Christmas in the Oil Patch. Experience "Christmas in the Oil Patch" at the Oil Museum, the World's Richest Acre Park and star-topped oil derricks, cut a Christmas Tree, Christmas stories in our festive library, carriage rides, tour lighted neighborhoods, and visit the historic Post Office and Heritage Square with a 35' Christmas Tree, shopping, and festive entertainment. Time: 6pm-8pm. Cost: free. Location: Downtown Kilgore. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 903-984-5022. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, November 19 through January. January 1 - Middle of March 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Athens: Annual Trout Harvest. Come experience the thrill of trout fishing at the beautiful Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center in Athens, Texas. Location: 5550 FM 2495. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 1-903-676-2277. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, January 1 - middle of March. January 25-27, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Jefferson: Annual Jefferson Quilt Show, "Quilts on the Bayou". Quilting - It's not just your grandmother's hobby anymore. Demonstrations, lectures, workshops, quilt displays, supplies, and much more. Time: 9am-5pm & 10am-3pm. Cost: $5 Adults, $4 Children and seniors, $9 three-day pass. Location: Jeffersonian Institute 120 E. Austin. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (903) 665-7311 or visit www.jeffersonquiltshow.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Annual Event.
February 1-3, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Jefferson: Mardi Gras Upriver. Let the good times roll as you celebrate the Purple, Green and Gold during this 3-day celebration. Doo Dah Parade, Grande Parade Children's Parade, live music, carnival, street vendors and much more. Fun for entire family. Time: Call. Cost: Call. Location: Downtown Jefferson. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: 50,000-200,000. For more information, call (903) 665-3733 or visit www.mardigrasupriver.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Annual Event. February 16, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Jacksonville: Jacksonville Jaycees Annual Cook-off. CASI Sanctioned Chili and Unsanctioned BBQ Cook-off with Arts and Craft Fair. All cooks and family oriented vendors welcome. Public gets in free. Taster kits are $3 per person. Bring the whole family. Time: 10am-4pm. Cost: Free. Location: Cherokee County Expo Center (Showbarn) on Loop 456 South of Jacksonville. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 903-586-3632. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd weekend in February.
March 14 - April 6, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Tyler: Annual Azalea and Spring Flower Trail. Mile after mile of azaleas, dogwood trees and spring flowers that you have to see to believe. The breathtaking beauty of our Azalea and Spring Flower Trail has been praised by visitors as a floral wonderland and a photographer's paradise. We invite you to enjoy the vivid colors and sweet scents that only an East Texas Spring can provide. Time: dawn to dusk. Cost: free. Location: Tyler's Historic Azalea District. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 1-800-235-5712. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, starting the 3rd weekend in March. March 15, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Jasper: Annual Azalea Festival. Annual Event celebrating the colorful burst of springtime azaleas. Held on the beautiful Jasper County Courthouse Square. Enjoy all day entertainment, Arts invitational, Classic Car Show, Poetry Contest, Cake Decorating Contest, Arts & Crafts booths and more. Location: Historic Courthouse Square. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 409-384-2762. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd Saturday in March. March 15-16, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Diboll: Tamale Festival. Weekend long event with live music, craft vendors indoor & outdoor, cooking contest, eating contest, kid's events. City sponsored annual event. 2007 is first year. Time: Varies with entertainment schedule. Cost: Free. Location: Lottie & Arthur Temple Civic Center Grounds 601 Dennis Street Diboll, Tx 75941 936-829-4888. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 936-829-4888 or visit. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd weekend AFTER first full week in March. March 15-31, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Nacogdoches: Nacogdoches Azalea Trail. Enjoy 25 miles of driving trails as it takes you through beautiful residential neighborhoods in Nacogdoches. Visit Texas' largest azalea garden, the Ruby M. Mize Azalea Garden, with over 7,000 azaleas Time: N/A. Cost: N/A. Location: City wide. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 888-OLDEST-TOWN or visit www.nacogdochesazaleas.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in March. March 28 - April 6, 2008 - FAIR - Huntsville: Walker County Fair & Rodeo. Pro Rodeo events, Barbeque cookoff, Livestock exhibits, Carnival. Time: 10am. Cost: $5 General Admission. Location: Walker County Fairgrounds, 3925 Hwy 30 W. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 936-291-8763 or visit www.walkercountyfair.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, last weekend in March.
(March 28) thru April 6, 2008 - FAIR - Huntsville: Walker County Fair & Rodeo. Pro Rodeo events, Barbeque cookoff, Livestock exhibits, Carnival. Time: 10am. Cost: $5 General Admission. Location: Walker County Fairgrounds, 3925 Hwy 30 W. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 936-291-8763 or visit www.walkercountyfair.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, last weekend in March. April 4-5, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Kilgore: Party In The Patch. Featuring sanctioned barbecue cook-off, art show, horseshoe pitching, rod run, music, motorcycle show, kid's area, Friday Night Street Dance. Time: Friday night street dance 7pm. Saturday events 8am-5pm. Cost: free. Location: Kilgore City Park. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 903-984-5571 or email merlynh@easttexastreaatment.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, usually the first Friday and Saturday of April. April 12, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Nacogdoches: Nacogdoches Americana Music Festival. Grab your lawn chairs and blankets and mosey on over to the oldest town in Texas for the Nacogdoches Americana Music Fest - a full day of live musical performances including country, jazz, bluegrass, gospel and rock. Time: 12pm - 11pm. Cost: Free. Location: Festival Plaza in Downtown Nacogdoches. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 888-OLDEST-TOWN or visit www.visitnacogdoches.org/americana.htm. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in April. April 15 - May 31, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Henderson: East Texas Wildflower Trails. Driving tours showcase the best spots for viewing wildflowers, historic sites, museums, dining, and shopping. Special events are scheduled for each weekend, including an antique tractor show, flea markets, and equine events. Various locations. Region: Piney Woods. For more information, call 866-650-5529 ext. 800. Please mention this listing when inquiring. April 25-27, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Avinger: Wildflower Trails of Texas. Wildflower Trails of Texas was established in 1965 by Lady Bird Johnson to celebrate the many varieties of wildflowers that bloom in Texas. Activities include a carnival, arts and crafts, entertainment, and of course, great Texas home cooking. Time: 8am. Cost: Free. Location: Main Street, Downtown. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 903-562-1000. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, last weekend in April. April 26, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Athens: Cinco de Mayo Festival. Family Fun with a Hispanic twist, games, dancing and food, organized by Henderson County YMCA, Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center and The Interact Club. Time: 12pm-11pm. Cost: Admission free after 1pm. Location: Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center, 5550 FM 2495. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 903-264-9622. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, May 1 or the Saturday before.
(April 15) thru May 31, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Henderson: East Texas Wildflower Trails. Driving tours showcase the best spots for viewing wildflowers, historic sites, museums, dining, and shopping. Special events are scheduled for each weekend, including an antique tractor show, flea markets, and equine events. Various locations. Region: Piney Woods. For more information, call 866-650-5529 ext. 800. Please mention this listing when inquiring. May 2-4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Jefferson: 61st Annual Historic Pilgrimage Home Tour and Spring Festival. Each Spring, some of Jefferson's oldest and most beautiful homes open their doors to welcome the warm weather & guests. Four historic homes are on display this year. Region: Texas Piney Woods. For additional information call 1-888-467-3529 or (903) 665-2672. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually. May 3, 2008 - FAIR - Huntsville: Josey Park Craft Fair. The weekend of The General Sam Houston Folk Festival is going to get bigger and better for Huntsville and our guest. The Josey Park Craft Fair will debut the same weekend as the Folk Festival. The Josey Park Craft Fair will be a perfect compliment to the other outstanding events already scheduled that weekend, Airing of the Quilts, Fireman's Fun Day and Classic Car Show. Time: 9am-5pm. Cost: free. Location: 2216 Sam Houston Ave. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 936-294-7505. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, first weekend in May. May 16-17, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Texarkana: JUMP. JIVE. & JAM Fest. A premiere spring music and arts festival featuring national, regional and local performing artists, original artwork, on-site demonstrations, regional foods, and family fun. Join us for unique activities like ice sculpting, poetry slamming, improv acting, Java Hut, a Guitar Hero competition, and more. Fun for all ages. 2008 featured bands include: Spin Doctors, Cherryholmes, Wild Magnolias, Pilotdrift, Oaklawn Opry Country Plus Band, Olive & Iron. Time: Varies. Cost: Varies. Location: 321 West Fourth St. (Celebration Square). Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call (903) 792-4992. Please mention this listing when inquiring. May 24, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Center: 5th Annual Center Fly-In. Airplane rides for ages 8-17, airplane and helicopter displays, balloon rides and glow, model aircraft demonstrations, children's games, live entertainment, refreshments and more. Time: Begins at 10am. Cost: Free. Location: The Center Municipal Airport, 397 FM 1656 in Center, Texas. (State Hwy. 7 East). Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 936-598-3682 or visit www.shelbycountychamber.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd weekend in May. May 29-31, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Texarkana: Smokey Joe's BullDog 100 Mini NASCAR Race. The BullDog 100 brings together teams from area and regional businesses to race miniature NASCAR®-style cars. Funds raised from this event go 100% to the College's Rising Star Scholarship Fund. Time: 9am - 5pm. Cost: Free-Patrons are invited to make a contribution to the Rising Star Scholarship Program. Location: Texarkana College 2500 N. Robison Road, Texarkana, TX 75599. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 903-832-5565, x3355 or visit www.bulldog100.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, first weekend after Memorial Day.
June 6-8, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Longview: AlleyFest. This family-oriented festival features a Kids Fest, Music Fest, Food Fest, sports events, arts & crafts and a chili cook-off. Location: Downtown Longview. Region: Texas Piney Woods. For additional information, call (903)237-4040, visit www.alleyfest.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually. June 7, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Lufkin: Neches River Rendezvous. This 10-mile canoe trip down the Neches River is fun for everyone. You can choose to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenic surroundings and wildlife, or you can compete in the timed event. Participants will be treated to lunch and receive the official Neches River Rendezvous t-shirt. We invite you to come experience the beauty, challenge, and pleasure of the Neches River. Time: Begins at 8am. Cost: varies between $10-$25. Location: 1615 S. Chestnut. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call (936) 634-6305. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 1st Saturday of June. June 13-14, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Nacogdoches: Blueberry Festival. Water balloon toss, musical entertainment, arts and crafts a sock-hop, Country concert, and a Blues concert. Location: Eugenia Sterne Park, E. Main St. Region: Texas Piney Woods. For more information, call 936-560-5533. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd Friday and Saturday in June. June 14, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Jacksonville: Annual Tomato Fest. Celebrating Jacksonville, once known as the Tomato Capital of the World, tomatoes are the main ingredient for this annual event. Events include Tomato Eating Contest, Couch Tomato 'No Sweat' Olympics, Tomato Town, Best Home Grown Tomato, Arts & Crafts, Entertainment and much more. Time: 10am-9pm. Cost: free. Location: Commerce & Austin Street (downtown). Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 1-800-376-2217 or 903-586-2217. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd Saturday in June. June 20-21, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Center: Shelby County Sheriff's Posse PRCA Rodeo. Bronco bustin', bull riding, calf roping, barrel racing, live entertainment and more. Time: 7:30pm. Cost: Adults $8, Under 12 $6, Under 5 free. Location: Hwy 7 East. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 936-598-8453 or visit www.shelbycountychamber.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in June. June 27-28, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Center: Shelby County Sheriff's Posse PRCA Rodeo. Bronco bustin', bull riding, calf roping, barrel racing, live entertainment and more. Time: 7:30pm beginning time. Cost: Adults $8, Children under 12 $6, Children under 5 free. Location: Shelby County Expo Center, Highway 7 East. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 936-598-3682 or visit www.shelbycountychamber.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held Annually every 4th Friday & Saturday in June.
July 3-4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - The Woodlands: 11th Annual Red, Hot & Blue Festival. Celebrate America at this annual festival and fireworks extravaganza produced by The Woodlands Convention & Visitors Bureau. Enjoy a free Star-Spangled Salute concert with the Houston Symphony on July 3rd. There will be much fanfare and a huge fireworks display, the second largest in the Greater Houston region, on Independence Day. Time: July 3 8:30pm, 6-10 pm on July 4. Cost: free to attend; Concessions offered at minimal cost. Location: The Woodlands Waterway Square (along The Woodlands Waterway© and Waterway Avenue), 31 Waterway Square Place, The Woodlands, TX 77380. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (281) 363-2447 or visit www.redhotblue.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually. July 4, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Marshall: July 4th Celebration. Live musical entertainment, souvenirs, food, and after the sun sets a fireworks show beyond belief. Time: 6 p.m. Cost: $2. Location: Maverick Stadium - Pinecrest Drive. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 903-935-7868. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on July 4th. July 9-12, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Jacksonville: Tops in Texas PRCA Rodeo. Bull riding, Bronco riding, Barrel Racing, and live entertainment each evening of the rodeo. Time: 8pm. Cost: TBA. Location: Rodeo Grounds, Peeples Street. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 800-376-2217 or visit www.jacksonvilletexas.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd week in July. July 11-12, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Center: WHAT-A-Melon Festival. Arts & crafts, food booths, live entertainment, watermelon growing contest, Carnival rides and more. Time: Begins at 10am. Cost: $2. Location: Downtown Center Square. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 936-269-9088 or visit www.shelbycountychamber.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in July. July 11-13, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Longview: Great Texas Balloon Race. Activities begin Friday with a fly-over of the city. Balloon glow and concert Friday and Saturday evenings. Balloon races Saturday and Sunday mornings; weather permitting, balloonists will compete for purses worth thousands of dollars. Arts and crafts, food vendors and special exhibits. Special children's area. Bring a blanket or a chair for seating. Admission $10 Friday and Saturday, $2 Sunday; Weekend pass $15; Children 12 and under free. Location: East Texas Regional Airport. Region: Texas Piney Woods. For more information, call 903-757-2468 or visit www.gtbr.net. Please mention this listing when inquiring.
August 9-10, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Henderson: East Texas Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Singers from across Texas and the South will gather for two days of non-stop singing and a chance to bask in the rich sound and heritage of Sacred Harp. Time: 9:30am - 3pm. Cost: free. Location: Henderson Community Center, 302 Fairpark Ave. Henderson, TX 75652. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: N/A. For more information, call 903-657-4303. Please mention this listing when inquiring. August 13-17, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Huntsville: Stan Musial World Series. American Amateur Baseball Association brings this tournament to Huntsville. Teams from all over the US, Canada and Puerto Rico compete for the series title. Time: all day. Cost: $6. Location: SHSU Don Sanders Baseball Stadium. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 800-289-0389 or visit www.smws.us. Please mention this listing when inquiring.
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