Texas Festivals and Events

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Apr 27 to Apr 29, 2018     Lamesa's Chicken Fried Steak Festival

Lamesa, TX - 814 South Houston

Hot Air Balloons, Kiddie Rides, Ranch Rodeo, Classic Car show, Wine tasting, Chicken Fried Steak Cook-off and Live Bands, - Festival is 8 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 45, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 60, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-10000, 806-777-1171,

Apr 27 to Apr 29, 2018     Denton Arts and Jazz Festival

Denton, TX - 321 E McKinney St.

Great music, good food, beautiful art and many activities are planned for the whole family - Festival is 36 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 0, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 0, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-225000, 940-565-0931, See website

Apr 27 to Apr 28, 2018     Plano Artfest

Plano, TX - Haggard Park 901 E 15th Street

Artfest is a Free community event built around artistic inclusiveness, creative curiosities, and cultural connection. The festival includes a week of art programming and a 2-day festival in Downtown Plano. - Festival is 3 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 10, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- , Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-6000, 972-468-1588, See website

May 5 to May 5, 2018     Plano AsiaFest

Plano, TX - Haggard Park 901 E 15th Street

Enjoy food and music from many countries, and learn about the languages, medicine, arts and fashion from many cultures. Watch the Lion dances, martial arts demonstrations, fashion show and cultural performances. - Festival is 15 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 10, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 10, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-10,000, 972-379-9351,

May 12 to May 12, 2018     Constable Diaz Crawfish Boil

Houston, TX - 14350 Wallisville Rd.

A fun, family-friendly crawfish boil with great crawfish at $3.99 lb, Live Zydeco with the Zydecreole band, and a lot more.
- Festival is 2 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 5, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 6, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-2700, 2818022656, See website

May 17 to May 20, 2018     Wataugafest

Watauga, TX - 5800 Robin

Carnival each day, Thursday: Carnival Arm Band! Friday: Bands and Food. Saturday: Entertainment, Craft and Food Vendors. Sunday: Auto Show, Craft and Food Vendors plus entertainment. - Festival is 35 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 8, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 40, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-30,000, 8175145892,

Jun 8 to Jun 10, 2018     Blanco Lavender Festival

Blanco, TX - 300 Main Street

Fine artisans, regional craft beer, Texas Wines, Music, Speakers and Food - Festival is 13 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 10, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 100, Non-food vendor apps open? No
Est. attendees-30000, 830-833-5101, See website

Jun 8 to Jun 10, 2018     Ham-Com Amateur Radio and Electronic Show

Plano, TX - Plano Event Center 2000 E Spring Creek Pkwy

Explore Ham-Com, the largest Amateur Radio and Electronics show in Texas! Ham-Com showcases the latest in ham radio and related gear. Enjoy three days of classes, lectures, vendor sales, a swap meet, and more! - Festival is 40 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 0, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 50, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-5000, 972-941-5840, See website

Jun 15 to Jun 17, 2018     Houpalooza Music Festival & Expo

Missouri City, TX - 14503 Fondren Road

great major recording artists,live performances ,bands and a business expo .family,fun and summertime. - Festival is years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 30, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 20, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-30000+, 7413324181,

Jun 23 to Jun 23, 2018     Elm Street Rod Run / Car Show

Hillsboro, TX - 212 East Elm Street

Classic Car show. Open to all makes & models. Live music Friday night, Car Show Saturday. Many awards. Food Vendors. - Festival is 8 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 10-12 , Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 6-8, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-15,000, 972-291-2958, See website

Jul 20 to Jul 21, 2018     Paris Balloon and Music Festival

Paris , TX - 570 E Center

Live Music, Hot Air Balloon Glows, Children's Fun Zone, Food Trucks, Vendors Market Place all taking place on Friday and Saturday evenings, and then Hot Air Balloon launches on Saturday and Sunday mornings. - Festival is 3 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 12, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 50, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-5000, 9032724639, See website

Aug 3 to Aug 5, 2018     Lone Star Gourd Festival

New Braunfels, TX - 375 S. Castell Avenue

Features gourd art for sale, vendors, competition, a Kids Corner (free), five days of gourd art classes and daily gourd art demonstrations. Festival is on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, classes all five days. - Festival is 14 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 0, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- , Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-3000, 817-368-3400, See website

Aug 10 to Aug 11, 2018     Quilt Plano

Plano, TX - Plano Event Center, 2000 East Spring Creek Parkway

Quilts on display, mini quilt auction, skills demo, appraisals, kids activities, raffle ticket drawings and more! - Festival is 11 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 0, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 50, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-3000, 972-941-5840, See website

Sep 21 to Sep 23, 2018     InTouch Plano Balloon Fest

Plano, TX - Oak Point Park 2801 E Spring Creek Pkwy

40+ colorful hot air balloons, skydivers, fireworks, tethered rides, balloon glow, two live music stages, half marathon, 5K and 1K race, Kids Fun Zone and more! - Festival is 39 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 38, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 100, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-105000, 972-867-7566, See website

Sep 29 to Sep 29, 2018     MuckFest to End MS

Parker, TX - Southfork 3700 Hogge Road

A Fun Mud Run! Register to do this muddy 5K obstacle course event for charity. - Festival is 6 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 3, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 3, Non-food vendor apps open? No
Est. attendees-500, 972-442-7800, See website

Oct 12 to Oct 14, 2018     ArmeniaFest

Carrollton, TX - 1805 Random Rd.

Folk dances, special exhibits, church tours, delicious offerings of food, and other activities. Great family outing environment. Free admission. Free parking. 10/12 5pm-10pm, 10/13 12pm-10pm, 10/14 12pm-5pm - Festival is 23 years old.
Est # of food vendors- , Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- , Non-food vendor apps open? No
Est. attendees-1500, 2142223328, See website

Oct 13 to Oct 13, 2018     Plano International Festival

Plano, TX - Haggard Park, 901 East 15th Street

The area’s largest cultural event offers food, fun and entertainment for the whole family. Enjoy multicultural music and dance performances, ethnic food trucks, and cultural displays from over 100 countries. - Festival is 12 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 10, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 20, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-20000, 214-495-7838, See website

Oct 19 to Oct 20, 2018     Steinfest

Plano, TX - 998 E 15th Street

Don't miss Plano's Oktoberfest: German bier & sausage, contests and games, arts and crafts, live music, polka band, weiner dogs, stein racing and so much more! - Festival is 3 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 20, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 20, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-5000, 972-468-1588, See website

Oct 20 to Oct 21, 2018     Fundraiser Fall Festival

Houston, TX - 8400 Mykawa Rd

Proceeds from this Carnival will benefit; “The Periwinkle Foundation” who develops and provides programs that positively changes the lives of children, young adults - Festival is 1 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 3-4, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 15-20, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-500+, 504-446-4637, See website

Nov 30 to Nov 30, 2018     Dickens in Downtown Plano

Plano, TX - 901 E 15th Street

Annual holiday tree lighting ceremony, festive food and drink, lots of holiday music, live choral and dance performances, and Santa Claus! - Festival is 12 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 15, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 20, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-4000, 972-941-5800, See website