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(May 22) thru July 6, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Kerrville: 3rd Annual Southwest Gourd Fine Art Show. A juried show featuring the works of artists from all over the U.S. Reception and awards ceremony May 24, 4-6pm. Time: Tues-Sat 10-4; Sun 1-4; closed Mondays. Cost: no admission charge; donations accepted. Location: Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett, Kerrville. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (830) 895-2911 or visit www.kacckerrville.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. (June 1) thru July 13, 2008 - CONCERT - Round Top: 38th Annual International Festival-Institute. 100 young artists from around the world study and perform in a series of orchestra and chamber music concerts with renowned international faculty, conductors and soloists. Time: Thurs-Sat 8pm, Sun 4pm. Location: The International Festival-Institute, Hwy. 237 at Jaster Rd. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Cost: Call. For more information and reservations, call 979-249-3129 or visit www.festivalhill.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. (June 13) thru July 18, 2008 - MUSIC FESTIVAL -Dallas: Shakespeare Festival. Bring a blanket, picnic dinner and your love of Shakespeare for this annual outdoor festival. Performances include Othello and All's Well That Ends Well. Time: All performances begin at 8:15pm. There is a one-hour break for dinner. Cost: Fri. & Sat.: $7 adults/$4 seniors and students. Tues. - Thurs. & Sun.: $7 donation requested. Children 12 & under free. Location: Samuell-Grand AmphiTheater, 6200 East Grand Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75218. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. For more information, call 214-559-2778 or visit www.shakespearedallas.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually. (May 1) thru July 27, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Grand Prairie: Premier Thoroughbred Season at Lone Star Park. World-class live Thoroughbred horse racing at Lone Star Park. Simulcast racing continues year-round at the Post Time Pavilion. Time: Weekdays 6:35pm, Weekends 1:35pm. Cost: $3 general, $2 parking, $9 valet. Location: Lone Star Park, 1000 Lone Star Parkway Grand Prairie, TX 75050. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: 50,000-200,000. For more information, call 972-263-7223 or visit www.lonestarpark.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. (June 5) thru July 31, 2008 - CONCERT - Sherman: Hot Summers Night. Free concerts held every Thursday throughout June and July on Sherman's Municipal Lawn. Live entertainment on the Oliver Dewey Mayor Stage. Concessions available, picnics welcome. Bring your kids and your lawn chairs. Time: Concerts begin at 7:30pm. Cost: Free. Location: Sherman Municipal Lawn. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (903) 957-0310 or visit www.shermantx.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, every Thursday in June and July. (May 16) thru August 6, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Grand Prairie: Grand Prairie AirHogs Professional Baseball. Grand Prairie inaugural American Association season starts May 8 with their home opener May 16. The team plays in the brand-new stadium, QuikTrip Park at Grand Prairie. Time: 7:05pm, 2:05pm, 10:30am. Cost: Club Seats $12, Box seats $8, Reserved Seats $7, General Admission $6. Location: 1600 Lone Star Parkway, located between Lone Star Park and NOKIA Theatre. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: 50,000-200,000. For more information, call 972-504-9383 or visit www.airhogsbaseball.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Season is May through August. (June 5) thru August 14, 2008 - CONCERT - San Marcos: Summer in the Park Concert Series. Free, live music in the park. Family, child and pet friendly. Time: Every Thursday from 7:30pm-9pm. Cost: FREE. Location: San Marcos Plaza 206 N. C.M. Allen Parkway, San Marcos, TX 78666. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 512-393-5900. Please mention this listing when inquiring. (June 2) thru August 17, 2008 (Tuesday through Saturday) - PLAY OR MUSICAL - Canyon: TEXAS!Outdoor musical drama performed summers in the Palo Duro Canyon near Amarillo, TX, sprawled across a 600 foot cliff behind the stage. This production showcases the best in acting, dancing, live music and theatre music that the stage has ever seen. The history of the Panhandle has never been more alive. Time: 8:30pm. Cost: $7.50-$27.50. Tickets during preview week (June 2-5) will be discounted 10%. A steak dinner is available nightly from 6-8 pm for $15.95 per adult and $11.95 for children 10 and under (tax included). Location: Pioneer Amphitheater in Palo Duro Canyon - near Amarillo, TX. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average annual attendance: under 100,000. For more information, call 806-655-2181 or visit www.texas-show.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, Summers in the Palo Duro Canyon. July 2-5, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Belton: 84th Annual 4th of July Celebration & PRCA Rodeo. Enjoy three days of live PRCA rodeo action inside the air-conditioned Bell County Expo Center. The Expo Center will be filled with the sounds of cheers and squeals from the Crabtree Amusements Carnival. Join over 30,000 people on July 4 for the Patriotic Program (9am) and one of Texas' top ten parades (10am), voted by Texas Highway Readers. Festival includes fiddler's contest, arts & craft booths, western booths, kids area, food court, petting zoo, pony rides & much more. Vendor booths available. Time: varies. Cost: varies. Location: Bell County Expo Center, Yettie Polk Park, Downtown Belton - Main St. & Central Ave.. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 254-939-3551 or visit www.beltonchamber.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. July 2-6, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Freeport: 61st Annual Freeport Lions Club Fishin' Fiesta. This is an annual fishing tournament that normally last 5 days. Includes horseshoe pitching contest, washer pitching, queens contest, VIP dinner, carnival for the 5 days at the park. We are working with Texas parks and wildlife to have the coastal expo present this year. Each fish in the tournament pays $700 for 1st, 2nd is $200 and third is $100 plus plaque. Our brochure will be out by May. Registration is available. Time: call. Cost: Varies depending on age and entertainment. Location: Freeport Municipal Park, 500 Block SH 288 (Brazosport Blvd.) Freeport, Texas. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 979-236-8189 or visit www.fishinfiesta.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually during the July 4th week. July 3, 2008 - CONCERT - Canyon Lake: Johnny D & the Rocket 88's. Rock 'n Roll to 50's & 60's music with Johnny D & Rocket 88's live band inside huge decorated gym. Have high school reunion, include families. Sodas, beer, wine, hot dogs. Time: 8-11pm. Cost: $25 per person. Location: CRRC recreation center of Canyon Lake, 125 Mable Jones Dr. (below Canyon Dam). Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 83-964-2324 or visit www.crrcofcanyonlake.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. July 3-4, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Grand Prairie: Lone Stars and Stripes at Lone Star Park. Holiday festivities, food, rides, exhibits, music, children's area, live horse racing and much more. A fireworks display choreographed to music will cap off the day at Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie following the last live race. Time: 6:35pm. Cost: General Admission $3. Location: Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie, 1000 Lone Star Parkway, Grand Prairie, TX 75050. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: over 1 million. For more information, call 972-263-7223 or visit www.lonestarpark.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, July 4th holiday. 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 Gulf Coast. 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 3-6, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Port Aransas: Deep Sea Roundup. Oldest fishing tournament on Gulf Coast. This tournament features activities for the entire family. Categories consist of Bay/Surf division, Offshore division, Piggy Perch contest for children, dinner and dance. Time: Registration on Thursday, 2pm-10pm. Cost: Entry fee for anglers. Location: Robert's Point Park, W.C. Barr Ave. Civic Center, 710 W. Avenue A, Port Aransas, TX. 78373. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 361-749-6339 or visit www.deepsearoundup.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, usually week after 4th of July. July 4, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Amarillo: July 4th Fireworks. The Texas Panhandle's largest fireworks display, sponsored by the Amarillo Globe-News. More than 50,000 people gather near Thompson Park to view this spectacular event. Time: Sunset. Cost: Free. Location: Ross Rogers Golf Course in Thompson Park (US Highway 287 north). Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. For more information, call 806-376-4488. Please mention this listing when inquiring. July 4, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Arlington: Annual 4th of July Parade. Organized by the Arlington 4th of July Association, this parade has become one of the largest in Texas. Bring your family and friends to enjoy a true, old-fashioned community parade. With over 150 entries that include marching bands to exotic automobiles, military color guards to clowns, and dignitaries to unique presentations, the theme of what Independence Day is all about is evident. Parade entries and volunteer helpers are welcome. Time: 9am, lasting about two hours. Cost: Free. Location: UTA/downtown Arlington. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. For more information, call 817-275-3706 or visit www.arlington4th.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually during July 4th weekend. July 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Baytown: July 4th Celebration. An evening of festivities is scheduled, featuring a variety of family-oriented activities including a parade, food booths, craft booths, a children's amusement area, live entertainment, and a fireworks display. Cost: No Admission. Location: Bicentennial Park (Market Street / Lee Drive) in Baytown. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 281-420-6597. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually. July 4, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Beaumont: Independence Day Celebration. For live music and fireworks over the water along with fun for everyone, bring the entire family to Beaumont for a festive celebration. Time: Call. Cost: Call. Location: Riverfront Park, 701 Main Street, Beaumont, TX 77701. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (409) 838-3435 or visit www.beaumont-tx-complex.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on 4th of July. July 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Bedford: City of Bedford 4thFest. Join the City of Bedford for one of North Texas' largest "FREE" July 4th events. Parade starts at noon. Festivities continue throughout the day with a carnival, roving entertainment and live concert, followed by the largest firework show in North Texas at 10pm. Time: July 4th 10am-11pm. Cost: FREE. Location: 2801 Forest Ridge Drive. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (817) 952-2222 ext. 514 or visit www.ci.bedford.tx.us. For lodging information call the Bedford Hotel Association at 1-800-900-1755 for special rates. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on 4th of July. July 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Big Spring: Annual Funtastic 4th of July Festival. Don't miss Big Spring Downtown Revitalization Association's Funtastic Fourth of July Festival Featuring: Battle of the Bands- Tejano, Rock, & Country, food, family activities, Entertainment Feature Group, Gospel Music Contests, and lots of family fun. Time: 11am. Cost: Free. Location: Heart of the City Park, Downtown Big Spring, Second and Scurry Streets. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 432-394-4908 or visit www.bigspringmusic.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on July 4th. July 4, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Bryan: First Fridays in Historic Downtown Bryan. First Fridays in Historic Downtown Bryan has artist demonstrations, horse drawn carriage rides, live music, happy hours and more. Time: 6-9pm. Cost: Carriage Rides are $5 per person, Artist demonstrations are free. Location: Carriage rides at La Salle Hotel, 120 S. Main St. & Art Gallery is at Frame Gallery, 216 N. Bryan Ave. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 979-778-3688 or visit www.downtownbryan.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held on the first Friday of every month. July 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Cedar Park: 11th Annual 4th of July Celebration. Come celebrate our Country's Independence and enjoy live music, food concessions, air castles, video games, laser tag, a washer tournament, free watermelon, and of course, a dazzling fireworks display sponsored by HEB. You may also cool off in Milburn Pool which is open from 1-8pm. The event is free but the daily pool admission rates will apply. Recommended parking areas: The Goddard School of Cedar Park, Cedar Park H.S., Cedar Park M.S. and ACC. Recommended fireworks viewing areas: Milburn Park and CPMS. Time: 4pm-10:30pm. Cost: Free. Location: Elizabeth Milburn Park, 1901 Sun Chase Blvd., Cedar Park, TX 78613. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 512-401-5500 or visit www.cedarparkfun.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on July 4th. July 4, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Chappell Hill: Annual 4th of July Parade. "Best Small Town Parade in America." featuring floats, cowboys, antique cars, the renowned Marching Kazoo Band and more. Creative entries welcomed. Prizes awarded. Time: 10am. Cost: free admission. Location: downtown Chappell Hill. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. For more information, call 979-337-9910 or visit www.chappellhilltx.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. July 4, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Columbus: Texas' Oldest Independence Day Celebration. Come picnic in the park. Music will start around 6pm. Bring your picnic basket and enjoy the music and fireworks at dark. Time: 6pm. Cost: Free. Location: Beason's Park Hwy 90 (near downtown) Columbus, TX. 78934. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 979-732-8385 or visit www.columbustexas.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. July 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Fort Worth: 13th Annual Greater Riverside July 4th Celebration. This event combines all of Fort Worth to honor Veterans and Soldiers giving their lives for our freedom. Most impressive 4th of July parade and celebration with schools, churches, civic and car clubs coming together to celebrate. This is an historic celebration you will not forget. Time: 10am Parade, 11:15 Entertainment & Concessions. Cost: Free. Location: Carter Riverside High School-Yucca & Bonnie Brea and N. Riverside Drive. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 817-838-5882 or email Riverside4thofjuly@yahoo.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on July 4th. July 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Frisco: Freedom Fest. It's back with a boom. Celebrate Independence Day with one of the biggest 4th of July events in North Texas. Time: 4pm until Fireworks. Cost: Free. Location: City Hall Plaza (6101 Frisco Square Blvd). Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 972-292-5086 or visit www.friscofreedomfest.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on July 4th. July 4, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Grand Prairie: Fourth of July Fireworks at Lynn Creek Park. Annual fireworks display over Joe Pool Lake hosted by Lynn Creek Park. Time: Fireworks begin approximately 9:30pm. Cost: $10 per vehicle. Location: Lynn Creek Park on Joe Pool Lake, 5700 Lake Ridge Parkway, Grand Prairie, Texas 75052. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: 50,000-200,000. For more information, call 817-467-2104, 817-467-4173 or visit www.lakeparks.net. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 4th of July. July 4, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Grapevine: 26th Annual Fireworks Extravaganza Over Lake Grapevine. Find your spot and stake a claim near Lake Grapevine for watching the Annual Fireworks Extravaganza. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Time: 9:30pm. For more information, call 1-800-457-6338 or visit www.tourtexas.com/grapevine. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on July 4th. July 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Kerrville: Fourth of July in the Park. Live music, fireworks display, great family fun overlooking the beautiful Guadalupe River. Time: tba. Cost: free. Location: Louise Hays Park, adjacent to Guadalupe River, downtown Kerrville. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (830) 792-8366 or visit www.kerrvilletexascvb.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. July 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Lewisville: Red, White and Lewisville. The city's annual Independence Day festival will be held July 4, at Vista Ridge Mall. Activities includes live entertainment inside the mall during the day, music on the main stage outside the mall in the evening, and a spectacular fireworks show shortly after dark. Time: 6pm - 11pm. Cost: Free. Location: Vista Ridge Mall, 2401 S. Stemmons Freeway, Lewisville, TX 75067. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (972) 219-3401 or visit www.visitlewisville.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on July 4. July 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Lubbock: Fourth on Broadway. A celebration of the 4th of July with a parade and street fair. The parade begins at 10am, followed by live music, and a wide array of food and craft booths lined up along Broadway. The day ends with a concert and fireworks display. Time: All Day. Cost: Free. Location: Broadway Street. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call (806) 747-5232. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on July 4th. July 4, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Marble Falls: Independence Day Celebration. Patriotic program for the whole family with fireworks at dusk Time: Dusk. Cost: Free. Location: 307 Buena Vista Dr.. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 800-759-8178 or visit www.marblefalls.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on July 4. 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 4, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - New Braunfels: Fourth of July Parade & Patriotic Celebration. Sponsored by the Sophienburg Museum & Archives. Time: call. Cost: call. Location: Main Plaza Downtown. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-629-1572 or visit www.sophienburg.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. July 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Odessa: Firecracker Fandango and Independence Day Parade. Independence Day festivities with a parade, games, food and family fun, culminating in the biggest aerial fireworks display in West Texas. Time: Parade starts 10am, Fandango 6pm-midnight. Fireworks 10pm. Cost: $4 per person for Fandango, Parade is free. Location: Parade starts from Odessa College parking lot and ends at Noel Heritage Plaza. Fandango is at 4th & Lee Streets. Region: Texas Big Bend Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 432-335-4682. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on Saturday, on or near July 4th. July 4, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Richmond: Independence Day at George Ranch Historical Park. Baseball, politics, children's games & a picnic-basket auction--all 1890's style. This is a daytime event, leaving plenty of time for evening festivities in your own hometown. Time: 9am to 5pm. Cost: Adults: $9; Seniors (62+): $8; Students (5-15): $5; Children 4 & younger & members: Free. Location: George Ranch Historical Park 10215 FM 762 Richmond, Texas 77469. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 281-343-0218 or 281-545-9212. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually every Fourth of July. July 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Rosenberg: Family Fourth Celebration. It's all about Patriotism, Family and Fun when Rosenberg hosts their annual Independence Day celebration. This free event includes a carnival, food vendors, wagon rides, a free concert by Fort Bend County's premier entertainers, The Triumphs, and the best ooooh-ahhhh fireworks display West of the Brazos. Time: 5pm - 9pm. Cost: FREE. Location: Seabourne Creek Park, 3827 Highway 36 South. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 832-595-3525 or visit www.visitrosenberg.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, July 4th. July 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - San Marcos: Summerfest. Celebrate our nation's independence along the banks of the San Marcos River. Family entertainment, river parade and a spectacular fireworks display. Time: 4pm-11pm. Cost: Free. Location: San Marcos Plaza, 206 N. C.M. Allen Parkway, San Marcos, TX 78666. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 512-393-5900 or visit www.summerfestsanmarcos.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on July 4. July 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Temple: July 4th Family Fun Fest. Includes activities for the entire family. Live entertainment, arts & crafts, food & games for the kids. Fireworks display in the evening. Time: 4pm - 11pm. Cost: Free. Location: Miller Park, 1919 N 1st Street. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 254-298-5610 or visit www.discovertemple.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 4th of July. July 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Waco: 4th on the Brazos. See all of the excitement of the Independence Day celebration. Time: 3pm-10pm. Cost: Free. Location: 100 S. University Parks Dr. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 254-750-5980. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on July 4th. July 4, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Washington-on-the-Brazos: Fireworks Extravaganza. Celebrate our nation's independence where Texas declared her independence. HEB Presents Fireworks-On-The-Brazos with free Blue Bell ice cream and Coca-Cola drinks, live patriotic concert and a fireworks extravaganza. Time: 10am-10pm. Cost: Free. Location: Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site, 12300 Park Road 12, Washington, TX 77880. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 936-878-2214 or visit www.birthplaceoftexas.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 4th of July. July 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - The Woodlands: 11th Annual Red, Hot & Blue Festival. The Woodlands' single largest event is held in Town Green Park on the banks of The Woodlands Waterway. The 23-minute fireworks show, shot over The Woodlands Town Center, is the second largest in the Greater Houston region, second only to downtown Houston. Time: call. Cost: call. Location: From I-45 going South: Take the Robinson Road/Woodlands Parkway exit #76. Continue on I-45 feeder to Woodlands Parkway and turn right. Follow Festival Parking signs to park. From I-45 going North: Take the Woodlands Parkway exit (76B) and travel west on Woodlands Parkway. Follow Festival Parking signs. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: 200,000-500,000. For more information, call 281-363-2447 or visit www.redhotblue.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on July 4. July 4-5, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Coppell: 1st Annual Lonestar Blues Festival. Family fun awaits at the first annual 4th of July Lonestar Blues Fest at the Lonestar Country Club in Coppell, TX. Check website for list of bands to play and a schedule for this event. Sponsors and vendors are welcome to reserve space now. The Lonestar Event team will be featuring Two Stages of great local Blues, sand volleyball courts, Texas style BBQ, and much more. Time: 12pm-2am. Cost: $7. Location: Lonestar Country Club, 1849 East Beltline Road. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 817-656-FEST or visit www.lonestarbluesfest.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on July 4th. July 4-6, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Brady: Annual Heart of Texas July Jubilee. The Celebration begins Saturday morning at 10am with the Annual Parade that starts at Richard's Park on the west side of Brady and ends up at the square in downtown Brady. A Street Dance is held Saturday evening beginning at 9pm on the east side of the square. Festivities conclude with a gigantic fireworks display at Brady Lake at dusk, preceded by a free watermelon feast and patriotic music at the Lake Pavilion. Location: Richard Park, Brady Lake, Downtown Square. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information please contact the Brady/McCulloch County Chamber of Commerce at 325-597-3491 or email at dpcofc@hotmail.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually. July 4-6, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - San Marcos: Fourth of July Super Sidewalk Sale. Celebrate the July 4th Independence Day at Tanger and find extra savings at our SUPER sale event. Choose from over 100 nationally known outlet stores and find the latest summer fashions. Spend your Independence Day at Tanger Outlet Center in San Marcos... Bargain hunting at its best. Time: Monday-Saturday 9am-9pm; Sunday 10am-7pm. Cost: Free. Location: 4015 IH-35 South San Marcos, TX 78666. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: over 1 million. For more information, call 1-800-408-8424 or visit www.tangeroutlet.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 4th of July. July 4-6, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Uvalde: 60th Annual 4th of July Golf Tournament. Join us in Uvalde, Texas and enjoy the friendly competition and camaraderie among avid golfers. Come find out why players from all over Texas come to compete in this annual event. Time: Tee time 8am. Cost: $180. Location: 221 E. Doughty St. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-278-6155. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 1st weekend in July. July 4-6, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Weatherford: First Monday Trade Days. An open-air market that is held the weekend before the first Monday of each month. There are over 500 vendor spaces for visitors to enjoy shopping for unique gifts, food, crafts, antiques and more. Time: 8am-5pm. Cost: Free. Location: First Monday Grounds, 100 Santa Fe. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 817-598-4124 or visit www.weatherfordparks.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held Monthly, weekend before the 1st Monday. July 4 - August 23, 2008 - PLAY OR MUSICAL - Salado: Perry's Hatter Is Up The Creek. An Original Melodrama By Gary Askins. Time: Friday & Saturday 7:30pm, Saturday Matinee 2pm. Cost: General Admission: Adults $15/Matinee $10, Senior Citizens, Students & Military With ID $12/Matinee $8, Children Under 12 $8. Group rates available. Location: Salado Silver Spur Theater, 108 Royal St. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: N/A. For more information, call 254-947-3456 or visit www.saladosilverspur.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. July 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Stonewall: Becker Vineyards Independence Day Chili Cookoff. The Chili Cook-off is to benefit Fredericksburg's Habitat for Humanity. Chili Cooks will be accepting donations for chili samples. Chili Cook's meeting is at 10am, Chili Cooking begins at 11:30am, first round of judging begins at 2pm. CASI Rules. No RV Parking but there are many RV Parks and Campgrounds nearby--contact Alan for details. The public is invited to participate in the chili tasting and a whole lot of fun! Time: 10am - 6pm. Cost: No charge, $20 entrance fee for chili cooking teams. Location: Becker Vineyards, 464 Becker Farms Road, Stonewall, Texas 78671 --off Hwy 290E, near Fredericksburg. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 512-567-2835 or visit www.beckervineyards.com/events.htm. Please mention this listing when inquiring. July 5, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Bastrop: Patriotic Festival. Kid's activities and games, lots of great food, live music with a patriotic concert by the Austin Symphonic Band during the fireworks display at dark. Time: 6pm - 9:30pm. Cost: free. Location: Fisherman's Park, 1200 Willow Street. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 512-303-0558 or visit www.bastropchamber.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, first Saturday in July. July 5, 2008 - FAIR - Harlingen: Jackson Street Market Days. An old fashioned open-air street fair with antiques, crafts, sidewalk sales, produce cart, and food vendors. Part of Jackson Street is blocked off for this event. Sponsored by the Harlingen Downtown Merchants Association. Time: 9am - 4pm. Cost: Free. Location: Jackson Street in downtown Harlingen. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (956) 423-4933. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held monthly, 1st Saturday. July 5-6, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Rockport: Rockport Art Festival. Central to coastal Texas' Independence Day celebrations, Rockport Art Festival is a well-known art town's juried fine arts festival that hosts 125+ artists hailing from across U.S. In a tented atmosphere adjacent to Rockport Center for the Arts, it is snuggled up to Aransas and Little Bays and Rockport's Harbor and Beach Park. Includes artists' demonstrations, specialty foods, live entertainment, special shopping, and hands-on art activities for children. Time: 10am - 6pm Saturday; 10am-5pm Sunday; Special Performance 8pm Saturday. Cost: $5 daytime, $10 nighttime. Location: Rockport Festival Grounds - Navigation Circle. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 361-729-5519. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, weekend nearest 4th of July. July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2008 - CONCERT - Brenham: Hot Nights, Cool Tunes. Have a cool time every Saturday night in July around the historic downtown square in Brenham to the sound of live music. Featuring Ezra Charles & The Works, Key West Band, Big Otis Show Band, Abbey Rode and Already Gone. Time: Every Saturday night in July at 7pm. Cost: free. Location: Downtown Brenham. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 1-888-Brenham (273-6426) or visit www.downtownbrenham.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. July 9, 2008 - CONCERT - New Braunfels: Comal Country Music Show. A house band and three featured artists provide country music for the listening audience. Snack bar provides delicious sandwiches and desserts. Time: Doors open at 6pm. Cost: $4. Location: 380 S. Seguin. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-629-4547. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Recurring: 2nd Wednesday of each month. 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 10, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Abilene: ArtWalk. Bring the entire family to historic downtown where restaurants, shops, museums, galleries and live entertainment await you. Time: 5 pm-8:30 pm. Cost: Free. Location: Historic Downtown Abilene. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 325-677-8389, Center for Contemporary Arts. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held monthly, second Thursday. July 10 - August 3, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Kerrville: Kerr Arts & Cultural Ctr's Summer Youth Art Program Exhibit. The summer youth art camp students will exhibit their creations. Time: Tues-Sat 10-4; Sun 1-4, closed Mondays. Cost: free. Location: 228 Earl Garrett, Kerrville. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (830) 895-2911 or visit www.kacckerrville.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. July 10-13, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Port Aransas: 73rd Annual Deep Sea Roundup. Sponsored by the Port Aransas Boatmen, the Deep Sea Roundup is the oldest fishing tournament on the Gulf Coast. The proceeds from the Deep Sea Roundup are the primary source of funds for the PAB's scholarship fund. Associated with the tournament is a dinner and dance. We hope you will sign up for the Deep Sea Roundup, and find out what great tournament fishing is all about. Time: July 5 Registration begins 2pm, ends July 8 with Awards at 1pm. Cost: Early registration, before June 15, $80; After June 15, $100. Location: Roberts Point Park, Port Aransas, TX 78373. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 361-749-6339 or 1-800-45-COAST. For a schedule of events and registration go to www.paboatmen.org/htdocs/dsr.htm. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually. July 11, 2008 - CONCERT - Port Aransas: Sunset Sounds. Enjoy free, live, local music the 2nd Friday of each month from April - October. Held at the Patsy Jones Ampitheater at Robert's Point Park on the marina. Bring your own chairs, blankets and refreshments and enjoy live music by the sea. Time: 7pm. Cost: Free. Location: Patsy Jones Ampitheater at Robert's Point Park, 301 JC Barr Blvd. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 800-45-COAST or visit www.portaransas.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held the 2nd Friday of the month (unless otherwise noted) from April-October. July 11, 2008 - CONCERT - Wichita Falls: The Bellamy Brothers. Concert in conjunction with the Texas Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association Convention. Concert open to the public. Time: 7:30pm. Cost: $10. Location: Kay Yeager Coliseum 1000 5th Street. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 940-716-5555 or visit www.wfmpec.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. 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 11-12, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Mason: 44th Annual Roundup Weekend. The weekend has been designed to be a family event. There will be a rodeo, dance, Roundup Queens contest, parade, great American Burro Race, arts and crafts fair, washer pitching contest, food vendors and more. Location: Fort Mason City Park - Rodeo Courthouse Square. Region: Texas Hill Country. For more information, call 325-347-5758. Please mention this listing when inquiring. July 11-13, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Dallas: Taste of Dallas in The West End. Dallas' biggest summer blast with continuous live musical entertainment, food, a Kids Area to keep the little ones active, cold drinks to keep the big kids happy, and other activities. Some of the best restaurants in Dallas will be on hand to show off. Bring your appetite. Location: West End Historic District, Downtown Dallas. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. For more information, call 214-741-7185 or visit www.tasteofdallas.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. July 11-13, 2008 - FESTIVAL - El Paso: Ysleta Mission Festival. Three days of fun, games, entertainment, and food. Entertainment by El Paso's best bands, Mariachi groups and Matachin Dancers. Take a tour of the Mission Trail, which includes the Socorro, Ysleta and San Elisario Missions. Our Lady of Mt. Carmel. Region: Texas Big Bend Country. For more information, call 915-859-9848, 915-858-0338 or visit www.ysletamission.org/events. Please mention this listing when inquiring. 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. July 11-13, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Port Aransas: Outboard Fishing Tournament. Sponsored by the Fire Auxiliary, this tournament is for boats powered exclusively by outboard motors. Weigh in at Robert's Point Park. Time: Registration on Friday 6-10 pm at Civic Center. Fishing days are Saturday and Sunday. Cost: $65 per angler through July 10. Location: Robert's Point Park, City Marina Civic Center, 710 W. Avenue, Port Aransas, TX, 78373. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 361-749-6211 or visit www.portaransas.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually. July 11 - August 31, 2008 - EXHIBIT - San Antonio: Art in the Garden. This year, the work of artists James Surls and Susan Budge will be featured. Time: 9am to 5pm. Cost: Free admission to the Garden. Location: San Antonio Botanical Garden. Region: South Texas Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 210-829-5100 or visit www.sabot.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. July 12, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Weatherford: Peach Pedal. Some of the most beautiful country in North Texas. The ride features beautiful, sparsely traveled routes with rolling hills and flat stretches. Rest stops with drinks, snacks and restrooms will be available approximately 10 miles apart. Routes and rest stops close at 1:30pm. Showers available after the ride. Time: 7am. Cost: varies. Location: Weatherford High School, 2121 Bethel Rd, 76087. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 817-598-6275 or visit www.peachpedal.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd Saturday in July. July 12-13, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Uvalde,: Animal Shelter Craft Show & Art Sale. Big selection of arts and crafts in an air-conditioned building. Come shop and support the Uvalde Animal Shelter. Call for space rental fee. Time: Sat. 9am-6pm, Sunday 11am-5pm. Cost: Free. Location: Willie De Leon Civic Center, 301 E. Main St. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-278-2846 or visit www.visituvalde.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd weekend in July. July 13, 2008 - CONCERT - New Braunfels: Gospel Brunch with a Texas Twist. In the tradition of a New Orleans style gospel brunch, we are serving up awe-inspiring gospel music coupled with a mouth-watering buffet. Tickets can be purchased online at www.gruenehall.com, by calling 830-629-5077 or in person at Gruene Hall. Time: TBA. Location: Gruene Historic District. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-606-1601. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Recurring: Held monthly, 2nd Sunday, starting in February. July 12 , 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Georgetown: Market Days. Arts & crafts, antiques & collectibles, and festive foods on the lawn of the historic Williamson County Courthouse. Time: 10am-5pm. Cost: Free. Location: Downtown Square. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 512-868-8675. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held the 2nd Saturday of each month, March - December. July 12 , 2008- OTHER EVENT - Goliad: Market Days. Over 170 booths of arts, crafts, food, antiques, collectibles, metalwork, woodwork, jewelry, pottery, soaps, potpourri, clothes, plants and much more to be found in 3 adjacent locations. Time: 9am-4pm. Cost: free. Location: Goliad Downtown Courthouse Square. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 800-848-8674. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Recurring: Held the 2nd Saturday each month, March - December. July 12, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Levelland: Early Settlers Festival. For nearly 40 years, some 15,000 people come to celebrate country, bluegrass and Tejano music performances, old settler activities, more than 50 food booths, games, horseshoes, activities for kids, and a parade that lasts an hour or more. This year, folks will "Do the Drag" on Friday evening before in cars representing our history. Sponsored by the Levelland Area Chamber of Commerce. Time: All day. Cost: Call. Location: Downtown Square, Avenue H. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. For more information, call (806) 894-3157. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually. July 12, 2008 - FESTIVAL - McDade: Annual McDade Watermelon Festival. Our community has approximately 300 residents and is located on Hwy. 290 east, 10 miles east of Elgin, Texas and 30 miles east of Austin, Texas, in the Texas Hill Country. For information, call 512-273-0018. Held annually in July. July 12, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Weatherford: Parker County Peach Festival. Come enjoy peach cobbler, ice cream, juleps, tea, and plain ol' juicy peaches. Bring the entire family to this one of a kind family friendly festival with something for everyone. Time: 8am-5pm. Cost: $5 for adults; Kids 12 and under FREE. Location: 1 Courthouse Square. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 888-594-3801 or visit www.visitweatherford.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd Saturday in July. July 17, 2008 - CONCERT - San Antonio: Botanical Garden Concerts Under the Stars: Wilbert Beasley/Body and Soul. Dance in the grass to the energetic soul and classic R&B sounds. Live bands fill the Botanical Garden with music the third Thursday of each summer month. Picnic foods and beverages available for purchase. Bring lawn chairs. Time: 7pm, Gates open at 6pm. Cost: $5; no charge for Botanical Society members. Location: San Antonio Botanical Garden. Region: South Texas Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 210-829-5100 or visit www.sabot.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. July 17 - August 10, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Kerrville: A Pictorial History of Texas Coast Naval Installations. A special traveling exhibit from the Texas Maritime Museum. Time: Tues-Sat. 10-4; Sun 1-4, closed Mondays. Cost: free. Location: Kerr Arts & Cultural Ctr., 228 Earl Garrett, Kerrville. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (830) 895-2911 or visit www.kacckerrville.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. July 18-19, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Medina: Love Creek Orchard's Great Hill Country Apple Pickin' Fest. A two-day festival celebrating the beginning of apple harvest time. Load up in the hay wagon and put on your best hat and you are ready to pick the freshest apples in the US. Process them on the line, make apple cider, apple butter or just munch an apple. Arts and Crafts, music, apple goodies and lots of food. Great children's events, trick dogs, trick horses and story telling. Good music. Time: 9am-6pm. Cost: $5 Adults, $3 Children 7-12, 6 and under free. Location: Love Creek Orchards, 13558 Hwy 16 North, Medina, Texas 78055. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 800-449-0882 or visit us at www.lovecreekorchards.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd weekend in July. July 18-19, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Fredericksburg: Night in Old Fredericksburg. Family fun in downtown Fredericksburg... Where the fun never sets. Great German food & drink, German music, arts and crafts, kids area, historical exhibits, and more. Time: Fri. 6pm-12 midnight, Sat. 11:30am-12 midnight. Cost: $6 per person, 2-day pass $10, $1 for kids 12/under. Location: Marktplatz, 100 block, West Main Street. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 1-866-TEX-FEST (839-3378) or visit www.tex-fest.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, third weekend in July. July 18-20, 25-27, August 1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Bryan: Harvest Festival. Featured on 5 weekends, activities include a tour of the vineyards, watching grape stomping, lunch and a wine-pairing seminar. Dinner features either a "murder/mystery" theme or dinner with the vintner (alternating weekends). Prices range from individual activities, lunch plus activities, to full day packages including lunch and dinner. Call for reservations: 979-778-9463. Location: Messina Hof Winery & Resort. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, last 2 wknds in July & first 3 wknds in August. July 18-20, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - McKinney: Third Monday Trade Days. One of the oldest trade day markets in Texas, with more than 750 indoor and outdoor booths offering antiques, collectibles, food, specialty products and much more. If you haven't been to Third Monday, you just haven't been shopping. Time: 8am-5pm. Cost: Free to attend, Parking $3. Location: Located on US 380, 2 miles west of US 75 (Central Expressway). Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: N/A. For more information, call 972-562-5466 or visit www.tmtd.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held the weekend before every 3rd Monday. July 19, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Paris: Tour de Paris Bicycle Rally. The Tour de Paris will be celebrating its 21st year in 2005, offering pancake breakfast, varying lengths (100K, 70K, 40K and 15K), hamburgers and fresh fruit smoothies at finish line. Great t-shirts, prizes and drawing for a free bike for early bird entries. Time: Start at 8am. Cost: $25 registration. Location: Start/Finish Line, 2400 Jefferson Road. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 800-PARIS TX. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd Saturday in July. July 19, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Port Arthur: Cayman Night in Port Arthur. Cayman-style festival featuring Barefoot Man and band, Cayman food and drink, limbo contests and other activities. Presented by the Port Arthur Chamber of Commerce. Time: 5:30pm - 11:30pm. Cost: $15 per person. Location: Bob Bowers Civic Center, 3401 Cultural Center Drive, Port Arthur, TX. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 409-963-1107 or visit www.portarthurtexas.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in July. July 19 - August 2, 2008 - PLAY OR MUSICAL - Salado: 16th Annual Salado Legends. Central Texas' Favorite Outdoor Musical Drama & Dinner weaves the legend of the Tonkawa Indians, the dreams of Spanish explorers and the hopes of Scottish settlers in Texas from 1850 to past Civil War into a panoramic tale with original music. Time: Dinner (optional) 7:15pm, Show 8:15pm. Cost: Dinner $8 child or adult; Show $17 Adult, $5 Child. Location: Tablerock Amphitheater, 409 Royal. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 254-947-9205 or visit www.tablerock.org/legends.html. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, last 2 Saturdays in July & first Sat in August. July 19-20, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - New Braunfels: Old Gruene Market Days. 100 vendors feature uniquely crafted items, and packaged Texas foods. Enjoy entertainment, restaurants and over 25 permanent shops. Time: 10am-5pm. Cost: Free. Location: Gruene Historic District. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-832-1721 or visit www.GrueneMarketDays.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Recurring: Held the 3rd Sat & Sun of the month starting in February. July 19-20, 26-27, August 2-3, 9-10, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Brenham: "Crush for Fun" at Pleasant Hill Winery. Get purple feet, T-shirt ("I picked, I stomped, I made some wine") and a picture. Cost: Free admission, tour, tasting. Activities have fees. Location: 1441 Salem Rd. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. For more information, call 979-830-VINE. Please mention this listing when inquiring. July 21-26, 2008 - PLAY OR MUSICAL - Uvalde: Sahawe Indian Dancers Summer Ceremonial. The Sahawe Indian Dancers, members of Boy Scout Troop and Venture Crew 181 from Uvalde, present their Summer Ceremonials. The fast moving colorful dances of the Plains and Southwest Pueblo Indians are set against a backdrop of teepees to set the mood for the performance. The 90-minute performances feature 16-18 different dances that have thrilled audiences for almost 50 years. Time: 8pm. Cost: call. Location: Sahawe Outdoor Theater, 1 block S. US 90. Region: Texas Hill Country. For more information, call 830-278-2016. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 6 nights in late July. July 24-26, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Clute: 28th Annual Great Texas Mosquito Festival. Join Willy Manchew, the 25 foot mosquito for some one-of-a-kind Texas fun. The three day festival includes a mosquito calling contest, Mr. & Mrs. Mosquito Legs Contest, Ms. Quito Beauty Pageant, Baby Crawling Diaper Derby and the Senior Citizen Mosquito Swatter Decorating Contest. Between the bar-b-que, fajita, and rib cook-off, plus over 40 other food vendors, plenty of food will be available for every appetite. Demonstrate your sportsmanship at the horseshoe, washer, and volleyball tournament or join in the fun run and bike and in-line skating tour. Time: TBA. Cost: varies depending on entertainment. Location: Clute Community Park, Brazoswood Drive, in Clute, TX (Brazosport area). Region: Texas Gulf Coast. For more information or contest entry forms, call 1-800-371-2971 or 979-265-8392. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, last Thursday, Friday and Saturday in July. July 25-27, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Fort Worth: Gran Fiesta de Fort Worth. A colorful three-evening outdoor celebration of Latin music, art and cuisine. Continuous musical entertainment and performing arts, educational and cultural activities, fashion show, and marketplace. Location: Main Street. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. For more information, visit www.granfiesta.com or call 512-358-1000. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually. July 25-27, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Fredericksburg: Gourmet Chili Pepper & Salsa Festival. Spice it up. Celebrate the chili pepper and all things related. Entertainment, demos, hot air balloons, and vendors. Time: Friday, 3-9pm, Saturday 10am-9pm, Sunday 10am-4pm. Cost: $8 adults, 12 and under $2; 2-day passes $12, 3-day passes $15. Location: Wildseed Farms, 7 miles east of Fredericksburg on Highway 290. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-997-8515 or visit www.tex-fest.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 4th weekend in July. July 25-27, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Knox City: 20th Annual Watermelon Festival and 9th Annual Classic Car Show. This event features horseshoe pitching, a sand volleyball tournament, food, free watermelon slices a watermelon-eating contest, parade, music and a classic car show. Location: City Park. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. For more information, call 940-658-3442. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, last weekend in July. July 26, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Bonham: 2nd Annual Heritage Day Celebration. Crafts, quilting, variety of booths and a host of activities. The Colgate Country Showdown Talent Search hosted by KFYN 1420-AM. Antique cars & tractors and much more. Time: 7am. Cost: free. Location: Downtown Bonham Square, Hwy 56 & Hwy 78. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 903-583-4902 or visit www.bonhamchamber.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. July 26, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Kerrville: Kerr County Market Days. An old-fashioned market on the square featuring original handmade arts and crafts plus locally grown plants and produce from over 70 vendors. Time: 9am-4pm. Cost: no charge; free parking on street. Location: Kerr County Courthouse Sq., 700 Main St., Kerrville. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (830) 792-4655 or visit www.kerrmarketdays.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. July 27, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Grand Prairie: Fan Appreciation Day at Lone Star Park. Lone Star Park Handicapping Championship Series - Qualifier 3 and the Family Fun Park will be open. Fan Appreciation Day drawings during the races. Time: 1:35pm. Cost: General Admission $3. Location: Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie, 1000 Lone Star Parkway, Grand Prairie, TX 75050. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: over 1 million. For more information, call 972-263-7223 or visit www.lonestarpark.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, final race day of season. July 30 - August 3, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - South Padre Island: 70th Annual Texas International Fishing Tournament. Tournament takes place in SPI and Port Isabel waters. Time: Varies. Cost: Varies. Location: Registration at SPI Convention Centre, 7355 Padre Blvd. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000 (more than 1,200 competitors). For more information, call (956) 943-8438 or visit www.tift.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually. July 31 - August 17, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Kerrville: Hometown Crafts Teachers' Art Show. Exhibit of the work of Hill Country teachers. Awards and reception August 9, 4-6pm Time: Tues-Sat 1-4; Sun 1-4, closed Mondays. Cost: free. Location: Kerr Arts & Cultural Ctr., 228 Earl Garrett, Kerrville. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (830) 895-2911 or visit www.kacckerrville.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring.
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