Texas Events in October 2008
Please note that prices, dates, telephone numbers and hours are subject to change. Please call ahead before making plans. Last updated: July 2, 2008 .

(September 11) thru October 5, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Kerrville: Representational Watercolor. Paintings and miniatures in watercolor by Bobbie Brown Marsh. Time: Tues-Sat 10-4; Sun 1-4, closed Mondays. Cost: free. Location: Kerr Arts & Cultural Ctr., 228 Earl Garrett. 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.

(August 21) thru October 12, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Kerrville: 88th Annual National Watercolor Society Traveling Exhibition. The only Texas venue to host the collection of works from the 2008 Nt'l Exhibition, showcasing the world's most highly respected artists. Time: Tues-Sat 10-4; Sun 1-4, closed Mondays. Cost: free. Location: Kerr Arts & Cultural Ctr, 228 Earl Garrett. 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.

(September 25) thru October 19, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Kerrville: Quilts and other Art Forms. Fiber art quilts and fiber art interpreted with other art forms. 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.

(September 27) thru October 24, 2008 - FAIR - Hempstead: Waller County Fair. We invite you to &Kick Up Your Heels& and have some great family fun. Enjoy events such as a bull riding blowout, ranch rodeo, youth rodeo, Mutton Bustin', roping, and other rodeo fun, a greased pig contest, BBQ cook-off, carnival, Junior Livestock auction, live entertainment, and more. Fun for all ages. Time: Parade kicks off 9am on Saturday. Cost: Daily $7, Rodeo $8, Concert $10. Location: Waller County Fairgrounds, FM 359 @ Old Hempstead Rd (Hwy 290 W). Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: 50,000-100,000. For more information, call 979-826-2825 or visit www.wallercountyfair.org for complete schedule of events. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, last week in September.

(September 6) thru November 29, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Grand Prairie: Fall Meeting of Champions at Lone Star Park. Experience live Quarter Horse racing at Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie. Simulcast racing continues year-round at the Post Time Pavilion. Time: Wednesday - Saturday first race at 6:35pm. Cost: $3 general admission. Location: Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie, 1000 Lone Star Parkway, Grand Prairie, TX 75050. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: 50,000-200,000. For more information, call 972-263-6223 or visit www.lonestarpark.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held Annually September - November.

(August 30) thru December 7, 2008 - EXHIBIT - San Antonio: Terrific Treehouses. Through a judged competition, local design teams will create and build treehouses at the Botanical Garden. The exhibit opens with a three-day celebration packed with family activities. The first Saturday and Sunday are Terrific Treehouses Family Day with special activities. Time: 9am-5pm. Cost: free. Location: San Antonio. 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.

(September 18) thru December 30, 2008 - EXHIBIT - San Antonio: Art in the Garden. Icelandic sculptor Steinunn Thorarinsdottir will open an exhibit of work at the Botanical Garden. The large contemporary work will be on display for several months. Time: 9am-5pm. Cost: free with 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.

October 1, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Kerrville: Texas Heritage Coffeehouse Series. This series provides a space for writers, musicians and artists to showcase their work at an open mike. The series is committed to both education and entertainment and showcases a different performer from a specific genre each month (songwriter, blues, jazz, country, world music, alternative, rock). Co-sponsored by Schreiner University and the TX Heritage Music Foundation. Time: 7pm - 9pm. Cost: free. Location: Schreiner University Cailloux Activity Center, 2100 Memorial Blvd., Kerrville. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (830) 792-1945 or visit www.texasheritagemusic.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held once a month the first three months in each semester.

October 2, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Weatherford: Girls Night Out. The York Avenue Merchants are excited to host Girls Night Out from 5-8 the first Thursday of each month. Pick up a punch card from the first store you visit and then visit all of the other merchants listed on the card. If you get all punched, you are eligible to enter the drawing for a great gift. Time: 5-8pm. Cost: Free. Location: Historic Downtown Weatherford 100 York Avenue. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 817-594-8088 or visit www.visitweatherford.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held Monthly, 1st Thursday of the Month.

October 2-4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Center: 32nd Annual East Texas Poultry Festival. Food booths, Arts & crafts booths, live entertainment, 3-day carnival, cheer competition, art and quilt show, poultry judging and auction and more. Time: 10am-10pm every day. Cost: $3 for 5 and older, 5 & under free. Location: Historic Downtown Center Square. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 936-598-3682/800-854-5328 or visit www.shelbycountychamber.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually the 1st Thursday, Friday & Saturday in October.

October 3, 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.

October 3-5, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Fredericksburg: Oktoberfest. A colorful, festive celebration of Fredericksburg's German heritage. The event originated in 1810 by the Germany's Prince Ludwig, and has become an annual tradition around the world. Oktoberfest is a community event of family entertainment featuring three stages with continuous oompah music, arts/crafts, polka and waltz contests, Children's fun area ~ Kinder Park, a German Bier Garten, an Oktoberfest Vineyard area, and delicious food and drink all weekend long. Time: Friday: 6pm-12 Midnight, Saturday: 10am-12 Midnight. Cost: Adults $6 daily, Children 6-12 $1, Under 6 Free. Location: Downtown Market Square 100 West Main. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-997-4810. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually.

October 3-5, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Galveston: Friends of the Rosenberg Library Used Book Sale. An exceptional used book sale featuring two floors of countless bargains: classic & contemporary fiction, current best sellers, cooking, gardening, wildlife, medicine, reference, science, art, religion, travel, mystery, and romance. Special rooms dedicated to children's selections, Texana, and rare books. Also available are coffee table books, CD's, vintage albums & other assorted treasures. Shop for great bargains. Support a great cause. Time: Fri, Members Preview 5pm-7:30pm, Sat. 9am-5pm, Sun. 12 Noon-5pm. Cost: Membership fee from $5 on Friday, weekend is free. Location: Rosenberg Library, 2310 Sealy Galveston, TX 77550. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. For more information, call Trish McDaniel (409) 741-7710. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 1st weekend in October.

October 3-5, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Gonzales: Come and Take It Festival. The first shot of the Texas Revolution was fired in Gonzales on October 2, 1835. "Come & Take It" was the battle cry. It is celebrated with weekend events a parade, sport contest, carnival, arts & crafts, live music, food and drinks. At Pioneer Village, you can watch the reenactment of the battle. Check out the Old Jail Museum, Memorial Museum and the Come and Take It Battleground. Time: all day. Location: Downtown Gonzales. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 1-888-672-1095. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 1st full weekend in October.

October 3-5, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Temple: Texas Early Day Tractor & Engine Association. The TEDTEA Annual show features hundreds of antique engines, tractors, & implements from the turn of the century in a recreated Heritage Village. Tour the historic buildings, enjoy homemade ice cream, BBQ, beans & cornbread, farm-related flea market and hundreds of demonstrations of early day life Tractor pull all day, tractor parade 1pm. Swap a yarn or a treasure. Time: 9am-dusk. Cost: $5, children under 10 free. Location: From IH-35 in Temple, Exit 302 Nugent, go west to 1717 Eberhardt. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 254-780-2360 or visit www.tedtea.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held 1st full weekend in October.

October 3 - November 15, 2008 - PLAY OR MUSICAL - Salado: The Foreigner. Live Stage Production by Larry Shue. 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 Royals 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.

October 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Calvert: Victorian Festival. Street fair and victorian reenactment. Food, music, shopping, arts, crafts. Victorian Garden Tea - 2pm, Victorian Gala - 7pm, Costume contest, food & setups BYOB, live music, carriage rides. Call for Reservations & ticket prices. Time: 10am. Cost: Free. Location: Main Street in Downtown Calvert, Texas. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: N/A. For more information, call 979-364-2559 or visit www.calverttx.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 1st or 2nd Saturday in October.

October 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Eastland: Ripfest. The celebration includes a 5k Run, large parade, beauty pageant, live local entertainment throughout the day, booths featuring delicious food, clothes, furniture, jewelry, arts, crafts, and more. This years event will have a free concert during the evening with a fish fry sponsored by the local fire department. Time: 8am-10pm. Cost: FREE. Location: Downtown Square Main street in Downtown Eastland. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, contact the Eastland Chamber of Commerce 1-877-2OLDRIP or visit www.eastlandtexas.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 1st Saturday in October.

October 4, 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.

October 4, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Odessa: Art Tour. The Odessa Art Tour, sponsored by the Odessa Council for the Arts & Humanities, features authors, who will sign their books, and artists displaying a wide variety of art -- fine or funky jewelry, hand-painted scarves, unique pottery, mixed media creations, watercolors, oils, wild and wonderful hand-painted furniture and much more. Time: 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.. Cost: Free. Location: In buildings on Grant Ave. (Hwy. 385) between 4th & 6th Streets. Region: Texas Big Bend Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 432-337-1492 or visit www.odessaarts.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, first weekend in October.

October 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Somerville: 6th Annual Somerfest. Food booths, Car Parade at 3pm, Battle of the Bands begin at 5pm. Time: 10am-dark. Cost: call. Location: Lake Somerville Marina & Campground Park. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 979-272-1835, email Somerfest@yahoo.com, or visit http://www.geocities.com/somerfest. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Sulphur Springs: Indian Summer Festival. Native American Dancers, Civil War Enactors, and musical groups will entertain you. Explore the archeology dig pit, tin punch, and candle dipping. Interpreters in period dress will demonstrate butter churning, soap making, blacksmithing and the gristmill operation. Handmade Quilts will be on display. If this doesn't entice you, the Dutch oven cooking will, and you can enjoy the meals by purchasing a set up for all the good food. Drinks and other foods may be purchased from the food tent. Time: 9am-3pm. Cost: $2, children under 12 free. Location: Heritage Park, 416 N. Jackson Street. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 888-300-6623 or 903-885-2387 or visit www.sulphursprings-tx.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 1st weekend in October.

October 4-5, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Richardson: Cottonwood Art Festival. Enjoy high-quality art in a relaxing, but fun, upscale atmosphere with fabulous music. There is something for every member of the family. For two weekends each year, this event draws local, regional, and national artists as well as local bands performing the best in rock, country, jazz, blues, swing and folk. Time: 9am-6pm. Cost: Free Admission & Free Parking. Location: Cottonwood Park in Richardson, TX, one block east of Coit Rd. on Belt Line Rd. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information call (972) 744-4580 or visit www.cottonwoodartfestival.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, twice a year in May & October.

October 5, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Houston: 8th Annual Village Art Car Show at Traders Village. More than 75 rolling works of art are on exhibit. See one of the country's largest displays of the amazing street-legal folk art. Time: 10am-5pm. Cost: Free admission, $2 parking. Location: Traders Village - Houston, 7979 North Eldridge, Houston, TX 77041. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 281-890-5500. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 7-9, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Salado: Gathering of the Scottish Clans. Friday Finger Tip Supper. Saturday Open & Masters Athletics, Parade, Battle of the Clans Tug-of-War, Scottish Shortbread & Bonniest Knees, Ceilidh, Tattoo and Tartan Gala. Sunday Church Service & Kirking of the Tartans, Drumming Contest, Pipe Band Contest, Children's Games followed by Closing Ceremony. Time: Friday 6pm, Saturday 10am-8pm., Sunday 9am-3pm. Cost: Friday $10, Saturday $10, Sunday $8. Location: Pace Park, Pace Park Rd. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 254-947-5232 or visit www.ctam-salado.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 8, 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.

October 8-12, 2008 - FAIR - Nacogdoches: Pineywoods Fair. The Pineywoods Fair features local livestock, vendor exhibits, carnival rides, variety of food vendors and live stage entertainment to round out the perfect fair for the oldest town in Texas. Time: Wednesday 4pm-11pm, Thursday 4pm-11pm, Friday 4pm-2am, Saturday 11am-12 midnight, Sunday 1pm-11pm. Cost: $5 adult, $4 seniors (55 and over), $3 children (ages 6-12), 5 and under are free. Location: 3805 NW Stallings Drive, Nacogdoches, Texas 75964. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 936-564-0849 or visit www.nacexpo.net. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd full weekend in October.

October 9, 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.

October 9-10, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Salado: Christmas In October. Shop Salado Merchant's Christmas Market - Christmas Shopping, Bake Sale, Style Show and Vintage Car Show - Free Parking Time: 9am - 5pm. Cost: Free. Location: Civic Center, 601 N. Main St. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 254-947-5040 or visit www.salado.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd weekend in October.

October 9-12, 2008 - FESTIVAL - South Padre Island: 15th SPI Bikefest. Bikers from around the country will make a roar by the shore. Includes vendor booths, music, food, fun and ride to Mexico. Time: Varies. Cost: Varies. Location: SPI Convention Centre, 7355 Padre Blvd. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 1-800-SOPADRE or visit www.spibikefest.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually.

October 9-12, 2008 - FAIR - Seguin: Guadalupe County Fair and PRCA Rodeo. Family fun and PRCA rodeo. Location: Guadalupe County Fair Grounds Austin St, Seguin, Texas. Region: South Texas Plains. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 830-379-6477. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd weekend in October.

October 9-19, 2008 - FAIR - Beaumont: YMBL South Texas State Fair. Face painting, Ferris wheels, spicy southern cooking, candied apples and children's games that even adults can enjoy at Ford Park when the South Texas State Fair rolls around each year. Time: Call. Cost: Call. Location: Ford Park, 5115 Interstate 10 S, Beaumont, TX 77705. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: 200,000-500,000. For more information, call (409) 832-9991 or visit www.ymbl.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd Thursday through the 3rd weekend in October.

October 9 - November 2, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Kerrville: Fragments. Mixed media artwork by the creative Visions 10 art group. Time: Tues-Sat 10-4; Sun 1-4, closed Mondays. Cost: free. Location: Kerr Arts & Cultural Ctr, 228 Earl Garrett. 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.

October 10, 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: 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.

October 10-11, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Frisco: Frisco Storytelling Festival. Listeners will be spellbound by fables from ancient cultures, retellings of Native American legends, hilarious chronicles of childhood misadventures, and more. Featuring award-winning storytellers, this truly entertaining and unique festival will offer two days and nights of family fun. In addition to concerts, puppet shows, folk arts and crafts and more stories ever told in one setting, the grand finale concert will leave you laughing all the way home. Time: call. Cost: call. Location: City Hall Plaza, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: N/A. For more information, call or visit www.visitfrisco.com/calendar_events. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 10-11, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Jefferson: 11th Annual Boo Benefit. Motorcycle enthusiasts gather for a benefit to aid the Percy Johnson Foundation and Louisiana Burn Camp for children. This 3-day event includes a Poker Run, Bike Show, Bike Games, Style Show, Live Entertainment and more. Time: Call. Cost: $40 per person or $70 per couple. Location: Austin Street. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (903) 665-2672 or visit www.boobenefit.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 10-11, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Kerrville: Original Team Roping. Enjoy cowboys competing in this exciting event. Time: all day. Cost: free admission. Location: Hill Country Youth Exhibit Ctr., 3805 Hwy 27, Kerrville. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (806) 499-3584 or visit www.otrc.net. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 10-11, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Marshall: Fire Ant Festival. Where else can you enjoy good food, fine entertainment, excellent art/craft booths, and still have a 5K run, chili cook-off, ugly face making contest, fire ant calling, rubber chicken chunking contest, parade, Tour de Fireant Bike Race? The list goes on and on, just come enjoy and see it for yourself. Location: Downtown Marshall Texas - North Washington Street. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 903-935-7868. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd weekend in October.

October 10-11, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Salado: Christmas in October. Christmas Shopping, Bake Sale, Style Show, Vintage Car Show and Raffle. Time: Friday 9am-8pm, Saturday 9am-5pm. Cost: No Admission Fee. Location: Salado Civic Center, 601 N. Main St. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: N/A. For more information, call 254-947-5040 or visit www.salado.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd weekend in October.

October 10-12, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Conroe: Cajun Catfish Festival. Join in a weekend celebration with five stages, sensational Cajun food, fascinating exhibits, a children's area, arts and crafts, carnival, wine tasting venue, catfish fishing contest, fiddling contest, songwriter’s tent and lots more. Time: Fri 6pm-12, Sat 11am-12; Sun 12-6pm. Cost: $10 Adult, 12yrs and under Free, 65 yrs and over Free. Location: Montgomery County Court House Square and surrounding streets - downtown Conroe. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 1-800-324-2604 or visit www.conroecajuncatfishfestival.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd weekend in October.

October 10-12, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Cuero: 36th Annual Cuero Turkeyfest. A celebration of which the North Star, Worthington, Minnesota and the Lone Star, Cuero, Texas, come together for the 2nd heat of a friendly rivalry of the Great Gobbler Gallop. The kick-off dance on Friday starts the weekend off with featured artist Dean Seltzer & the Redneck Mothers. Join us at 10am Saturday to see which Turkey claims the title for their city as the "Turkey Capitol of the World". After the parade downtown Esplanade it's up to the city park where the action takes place, featuring dances and live entertainment under covered pavilion. In addition, for your enjoyment you are guaranteed lots of food, beer pen, arts & crafts, lawn mower races, PRCA Rodeo, and much more. Discover a little history at the South Texas Wheel Spinners Tractor Show, authentic Dutch Oven Cooking and Living History. Children's activities include a Kiddy Parade and Tractor Pull, Rock Wall Climbing and Carnival. Location: Cuero City Park. Region: South Texas Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 361-275-2112. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd Weekend in October.

October 10-12, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Fredericksburg: Texas Mesquite Art Festival - Fredericksburg. Over 60 talented mesquite wood artisans come to Fredericksburg to showcase their handcrafted mesquite products. Featuring the world's largest selection of original mesquite art, sculpture, furniture, turnings, architectural accents, gift items, ornaments and more. Time: Friday 12-6, Saturday 10-6, Sunday 10-4. Cost: Free. Location: Marktplatz (Market Square) 100 block of west Main Street. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-997-8515 or visit www.texasmesquiteassn.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd weekend in October.

October 10-12, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Gruene: 22nd Annual Gruene Music and Wine Fest. This Americana event benefiting Hospice and Comal County United Way features the best in live Texas music and the best in Texas food & wines at Gruene Hall and The Grapevine. All 3 days will be filled with vintner and music events, wine and food samplings, silent auction, and a Sunday Gospel Brunch with a Texas Twist. Time: Fri 6pm -midnight; Sat noon - midnight, Sun 10:30am - noon and 2pm to 9pm. Cost: call for more info Location: Gruene Historic District in New Braunfels Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. Call (830) 629-5077 or toll free from San Antonio (830) 606-1601.Visit our Web site at www.gruenehall.com for tickets and www.gruenetexas.com for more information on Historic Gruene. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, over Columbus Day weekend.

October 10-12, 2008 - FESTIVAL - New Braunfels: 22nd Annual Gruene Music & Wine Fest. This Americana event benefiting local charities features the best in live Texas music and the best in Texas food and wines at Gruene Hall and The Grapevine. Time: 12pm. Cost: call. Location: Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Road. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-629-5077 or visit www.gruenehall.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 10-12, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Rockport : Rockport Seafair. Do not miss the hilarious crab races, cardboard boat races, a gumbo cook-off, unique arts and crafts vendors, outdoor fun vendors, cooking demonstrations, delicious seafood, live entertainment and so much more. Time: Fri. 5pm-11pm, Sat. 10am - 11pm, and Sunday 11am-6pm. Cost: $5 adult, $2 child, 5 and under Free. Location: Navigation District Festival Grounds. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 800-242-0071 or visit www.rockportseafair.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, Columbus Day Weekend.

October 10-12, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Salado: Expressions of Good Taste - Chocolate & Art Festival. Friday Evening of Chocolate & Wine. Saturday Chocolate & Art, Sunday Chocolate & Art Brunch. Time: Friday 7:30pm-10pm, Saturday 11am-5pm, Sunday 11am-1pm. Cost: Friday $35, Saturday $15, Sunday $50. Location: Various Venues In Salado. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: N/A. For more information, call 254-947-8634 or visit www.salado.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 11, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Brenham: Fine Arts Festival. The Brenham Fine Arts League is celebrating the 50th Anniversary with a terrific Fine Arts Festival, complete with outdoor exhibitors-featuring the juried work of talented Texas Artists. Live music, great food and other activities. Time: 9am-5pm. Cost: Free admission. Location: Historic Downtown Brenham, TX. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 979-865-8979. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 11, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Brenham: Autumn Fest at the Monastery. Family fun and games, contests, brush the horses, make-and-take ceramics, cart rides and shop for holiday items. Cost: Nominal fee. Location: Monastery of St. Clare Miniature Horse Farm, 9300 Hwy. 105. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. For more information, call 979-836-9652 or visit www.monasteryminiaturehorses.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually.

October 11, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Flatonia: Market Days. Antiques, produce, arts & crafts, canned goods, household items, toys, jewelry and much more. Local merchants will have sidewalk sales and/or special prices. The E. A. Arnim Museum will be opened. Time: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. Cost: free. Location: 208 E. North Main. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 361-865-3920. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd Saturday in March, April, September, and October.

October 11, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Gainesville: 22nd Annual Depot Day. Rededication of the Cooke County Courthouse made possible through Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program. Kids Zone, pony rides, antique car show, arts and crafts, western town. Time: 10am-5pm. Cost: Free. Location: Downtown around the Cooke County Courthouse Square in Gainesville. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 940-668-4530 or visit www.gainesvilletexas.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd Saturday in October.

October 11, 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.

October 11, 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.

October 11, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Grapevine: Stop, Drop & Roll Chili Cook Off. This event is held as an annual fundraiser for the WPI Firefighters Fund (non-profit that makes financial aid grants to volunteer fire depts. and injured/fallen firefighters). Chili cook off sanctioned by CASI, silent auction, live music, beer & soft drinks for sale. Sampling cups for chili available for purchase. Time: 10am-5pm. Cost: free. Location: 2501 Bass Pro Drive, Grapevine, Texas 76051. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 817-870-8006 or visit www.wpifirefightersfund.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd week of October.

October 11 - November 30, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Houston: Texas Renaissance Festival. The nation's largest and most acclaimed renaissance theme park, where the sights, sounds, tastes, and beauty of the 16th Century, comes alive for 8 weekends. Featuring: Live music on the Cloister Stage; Full contact jousting three times daily; The Beautiful Gardens of New Market Village; 20 stages with over 200 performances daily; Over 300 Arts and Crafts Shoppes; Foods from around the world at 60 different shoppes; The Royal Fireworks, nightly at The Tournament Field; Over 3,000 costumed characters daily. Time: 9am until Dark. Cost: Opening weekend: Adults $11, Child (5-12) $6; Advance tickets: Adults $16, Child (5-12) $7; Gate tickets: Adults $21, Child (5-12) $10; $5 camping available; Free Parking. Location: 21778 FM 1774, Plantersville, TX 77363. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: 200,000-500,000. For more information, call 800-458-3435 or visit www.texrenfest.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in October.

October 11, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Mineral Wells: 29th Annual Crazy Water Festival. Come and tour the Famous Water Company, Creative Arts Center, Crazy 5K run, blazing bike ride on rails to trails. Arts, crafts, food, children's games and rides, petting zoo, beer garden, continuous live entertainment, & a street dance. Time: 9am until dark. Location: Downtown Mineral Wells, US HWY 281 N & US HWY 180 E. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 800 252-6989. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd Saturday in October.

October 11, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Princeton: Lenses for Learning Motorcycle Fun Run and Bike and Car Show. Bike and Car Show sponsored by the Princeton Lions Club. Trophies for winner of each different class. On-site registration the day of the event starts at 11am, with judging at 3pm. Time: 8:30am - 4pm. Cost: $15 entry fee for participants. Location: 133 West Princeton Drive (Hwy 380). Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 469-450-1781. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd Saturday in October.

October 11, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Rosenberg: Ride to Rosenberg. Downtown Rosenberg is going to rumble during the annual Ride to Rosenberg classic car show featuring pre-1972 Classics Hot Rods, Customs & Rat Rods. Time: 10am - 3pm. Cost: FREE. Location: Third Street in Historic Downtown Rosenberg. Region: South Texas Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 713-816-2624. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 11-12, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Carrollton: Santa Fe Days. Artisans of New Mexico’s Santo Domingo Pueblo will present Santa Fe Days on the square in Historic Downtown Carrollton. Over 35 artisans will share their heritage and culture while offering handcrafted pottery and jewelry to sell. A percentage of the proceeds will benefit their Veterans Center in New Mexico. Come share the festivities, buy unique handmade items, sample food and observe dancing and drumming. A fun filled family event. Time: Saturday 9am-5pm. Sunday 10am-5pm. Cost: Free. Location: Old Downtown Carrollton Square, I-35E at Beltline Road. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 972-242-6453 or visit www.santafedays.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually.

October 11-12, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Chappell Hill: Scarecrow Festival. Enjoy the magical land of scarecrows and a pumpkin patch. 250+ craft booths, food, live music and family fun! Cost: free. Location: Downtown Chappell Hill, FM 1155. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. For more information, call 979-836-6033 or 1-888-BRENHAM. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually.

October 11-12, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Grand Prairie: 24th Annual BBQ Championship Cook Off. BBQ Cook Offs, showmanship and entertainment for the whole family. Time: 8am - Dusk. Cost: $3 parking fee. Location: Traders Village, 2602 Mayfield Road, Grand Prairie, TX 75052. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: 50,000-200,000. For more information, call 972-647-2331 or visit www.tradersvillage.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in October.

October 11-12, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Houston: Bayou City Art Festival Downtown. This juried festival hosts local & national artists introducing their newest original artwork in 17 categories. The outdoor gallery with a festival setting offers the beautiful skyline of downtown and a feast for your senses: artwork; wine cafes; the Creative Zone for kids and those who still create like kids; Houston restaurants representing a myriad of cultures; and the Houston Theater District Stage presenting a full weekend of performing art. Time: 10am-6pm. Cost: $8 adults; FREE for children 12 and under. Location: City Hall Downtown at Hermann Square and Tranquility Park. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 713-521-0133 or go to www.bayoucityartfestival.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, second weekend in October.

October 11-12, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Katy: 28th Annual Katy Rice Harvest Festival. This festival includes a full-scale carnival, 3 stages of entertainment, over 300 food and craft booths, photography and rice cooking contests, parade and pageant. The event draws 50,000 to 60,000 over the weekend. Time: 10am-Midnight on Saturday and Noon to 6pm on Sunday. Location: Historic Downtown Katy. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. For more information, call 281-828-1100. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd Weekend in October.

October 11-12, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Spring: Pet Fest. Grab your pets and head for Old Town Spring for a weekend filled with fun and valuable information about your "best friend". Rescue and service groups, microchipping, photography, fashion shows, education and demonstrations. Blessing of the Animals. Yappy Hour. Cost: free. Location: 403 Main Street, Spring TX 77373. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 888-U-STOP-IN. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 12, 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.

October 15-19, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Kerrville: Kerr Arts & Cultural Ctr Artists' Sale. Member artists selling their works at exceptional prices. Time: Tues-Sat 10-4; Sun 1-4, closed Mondays. Cost: free. Location: Kerr Arts & Cultural Ctr., 228 Earl Garrett. 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.

October 16-19, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Beeville: 36th Annual Western Week Celebration. This event kicks off with the Taste of Bee County and continues through the weekend. Family and friends will enjoy the exciting 2 day Lester Meier Rodeo, the huge carnival, a petting zoo, and plenty of food and drink booths. Wine and Art will be served and showcased in the Auditorium. Live music all weekend. Tejano music will be played in the pavilion area on Friday. A Texas Country Style concert will take place on Saturday night. Come join us on Sunday and show your talent with our Karaoke Contest. Time: Thursday 6pm, Friday 6pm - 12am, Saturday 12pm - 1am, Sunday 12pm - 5pm. Cost: $2 per person or $ 5 presale wristband gets you in all weekend. Location: Bee County Exposition Center, 214 S. FM 351. Region: South Texas Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 361-358-3267 or visit www.westernweek.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd weekend in October.

October 16-19, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Mission: 13th Annual Texas Butterfly Festival. You are cordially invited to experience nature at it best. You will enjoy expertly guided field trips; learn about butterflies from internationally renowned speakers, a butterfly/nature expo, a South Texas BBQ Dinner, and much more. Location: Mission Park and Recreation Department, 721 N Bryan Rd. Region: South Texas Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 1-800-580-2700 or log on to www.texasbutterfly.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd weekend in October.

October 16-19, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - South Padre Island: Sandcastle Days. Come to Texas' Best Beach & play in the sand. Travel to the Sand Castle Capital of the World and join thousands of visitors for this extraordinary sand event. Witness professional sand sculptors creating beautiful works of art that will delight and entertain everyone in your family. Time: NA. Cost: Free. Location: Sheraton South Padre Island Beach Hotel and Condominiums, 310 Padre Blvd. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 1-800-SOPADRE or visit www.sopadre.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in October.

October 16-19, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Tyler: 75th Annual Texas Rose Festival. From roses to royalty, the 74th annual Texas Rose Festival will celebrate tradition and community spirit as we explore "Treasures". The Coronation promises to be a grand showcase of spectacular costumes and staging that will surely provide an enchanted evening for all. The Rose Show, Queen's Tea and Rose Parade will showcase the elegance and fragrance of our national flower, the Rose. Entertainment galore awaits the entire family. Time: varies. Cost: Varies (free - $45). Location: Events are held throughout the City of Tyler. The Festival offices are located at the Tyler Rose Museum, 420 Rose Park Drive, Tyler, Texas 75702 (adjacent to the Tyler Municipal Rose Garden. Highway 31 West). Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 903-597-3130. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd weekend in October.

October 17-18, 2008 - FAIR - Houston: Annual Harris County Fair & Rodeo Bar-B-Que Cook-off. The Annual Harris County Fair & Rodeo Bar-B-Que Cook-off returns to the Houston Farm & Ranch Club. With over 100 teams competing for cash prizes and trophies, there is not only great Bar-B-Que but also lots of fun for the whole family! Admission tickets and Season Passes are available on our web site at www.hfrc.org. Time: 12 noon. Cost: call. Location: One Abercrombie Drive, I-10 @ Highway 6, Houston, TX 77084. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 281-463-6650 or visit www.hfrc.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd weekend in October.

October 17-19, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Boerne: Boerne Festival of Arts and Music. The Cibolo Arts Council's flagship event is produced in association with the Boerne Area Artists Association. Experience a superior collection of fine artists and musicians in an exclusive and historic setting, the magnificent Ye Kendall Inn. Time: call. Cost: call. Location: Main Plaza and Ye Kendall Inn. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call or visit www.ciboloarts.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held Annually, 3rd Weekend in October.

October 17-19, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Corpus Christi: 47th Annual Texas Jazz Festival. World-class jazz festival featuring jazz artists from across the U. S. Over 50 bands on 3 stages over 3 days. Time: TBA. Cost: Free. Location: Heritage Park. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 361-808-9515. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd week in October.

October 17-19, 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.

October 17-19, 2008 - FESTIVAL - San Antonio: Annual St. Sophia Greek FUNstival. A three day Greek cultural experience through our music, dance, wine and food. Relax and enjoy a cup of authentic Greek coffee with a delectable Greek pastry. Time: Fri: 6-11pm, Sat: Noon-11, Sun: Noon-7:00. Cost: $3. Location: 2504 N. St. Mary's Street 78212. Region: South Texas Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 210 735-5051. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd weekend in October.

October 17-19, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Terlingua/Study Butte: 10th Annual Big Bend Ride for Trails. A motorcycle event where there will be two-wheeled games all weekend along with barbecue and general good times. Saturday Poker run is followed by a big dance where a brand new Harley will be raffled off. Time: call. Cost: call. Location: Terlingua/Study Butte Community Center, TX Hwy. 118, behind the Post Office, Study Butte, TX 79852. Region: Texas Big Bend Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 432-477-2553. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in October.

October 17-19, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Weatherford: POWWOW - Sounds of Thunder. This Event will have Native American Arts & Crafts Vendors, demonstrations, dance contests, and something for everyone. Bring your own chairs. Time: varies. Cost: Free. Location: 2100 Greenwood Rd, 76088. 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.

October 17-19, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Yorktown: 50th Annual Yorktown Western Days Festival. Free Family-oriented 3 day festival featuring continuous live music, medicine shows, Indian dance performances, mutton bustin', pig scramble, gunfighters, gold panning and much more. Come join us for one of South Texas' best foot stompin', boot scootin' weekends. Time: 10am - 1am. Cost: Free. Location: 131 North Riedel Street. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 361-564-2661 or visit www.yorktowntx.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd full weekend in October.

October 18, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Burton: Annual Cotton Gin Museum Barn Dance & Dinner Gala. Join us for a Dinner Gala and Barn Dance with music by Johnny Dee and The Rocket 88’s. Dinner at 7:30pm, Live Auction 8:30pm. Admission price includes one entry and a drawing for a full-size pick-up. Time: 6:30pm-midnight. Cost: $100 for two-dinner, 2 beverages. Location: LaBahia Hall-Burton, TX. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 979-289-3378 or visit www.cottonginmuseum.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 18, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Cleburne: Native American Indian Pow Wow. A celebration of the intertribal culture of the American Indian in Johnson County. Gourd dancing, social dancing, music, contests, crafts, and wonderful food. Time: 10am-9:30pm. Cost: Free. Location: Cleburne High School 1501 W. Harlin. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 817-645-2455 or visit www.cleburnechamber.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 18, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Clifton: Oktoberfest. While Clifton is known as the Norwegian Capital of Texas, it was declared that the area Germans need their day. So... The Sound of oompah music and the aroma of sausage & kraut will fill the air in downtown Clifton. Enjoy shopping, eating, entertainment, car show, art show & quilt auction all in one day. Time: All day & evening. Cost: No gate fees. Location: North Ave D Downtown. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 1-800-344-3720. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd Saturday in October.

October 18, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Columbus: Sandy Barta 5k Run/Walk. Annual event begins at Beason's Park in Columbus. Raises funds for mammography services. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 979-732-8385, email Betty Hajovsky at bettycch02@yahoo.com or visit www.columbusch.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually.

October 18, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Ennis: Autumn Days in Ennis Fall Festival. Arts & crafts exhibitors, free pumpkin decorating, children's area, live music, scarecrow displays, and more. Time: 10am-6pm. Cost: Free. Location: 100 North West Main St. Historic Downtown Ennis. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 888-366-4748. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd weekend in October.

October 18, 2008 - SPORTING EVENT - Goliad: 16th Annual Missions Tour de Goliad Bike Ride. The 10, 30, 50 and 85-mile riders pedal through gently rolling hills of scenic farm and ranch country, riding past century old live oaks and through the beauty of rural country communities. Visit our quaint town square shops filled with arts, crafts, antiques, souvenirs, fashion apparel, Gourmet Texas food and much more. Time: 8am. Cost: $20 before Oct. 12; family of 4 or more $15 before Oct. 12. Location: 131 S. Courthouse Square. Region: South Texas Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 800-848-8674. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd Saturday in October.

October 18, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Grapevine: 10th Annual Butterfly Flutterby. Calling all kids - come to Grapevine to celebrate the migration of the Monarch Butterfly from Canada to Mexico. Grapevine is on their path. This fun-for-the-whole-family event includes releases of butterflies and a Gossamer Parade. New this year, join the fun at the Historic Cotton Belt Railroad District, 701 South Main Street, you'll enjoy butterfly exhibits, gardening seminars and all sorts of interactive butterfly arts and crafts and entertainment. The Parade will line up at 9:30am at Liberty Park (corner of East Wall and Main Street) and proceed down Main Street to the Cotton Belt Railroad District. Time: 10am-2pm. Cost: Free. Location: Historic Cotton Belt Railroad District, 701 South Main St. in Historic Downtown Grapevine. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. For more information, call 817-410-3185 or visit www.grapevinetexasusa.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in October.

October 18, 2008 - FAIR - Harlingen: Jackson Street Jubilee. The place to be!! Jackson Street Jubilee features vendors with arts and crafts, antiques, food, drinks, live entertainment, and children's activity center with rides and games. Lots of fun for everyone. Don't miss out. Time: 10am - 10pm. Cost: Free. Location: Jackson Street (downtown main street in Harlingen). Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call Deanita or Erin, (956) 427-8703. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd Saturday in October.

October 18, 2008 - FESTIVAL - League City: Annual South Shore Dockside Food & Wine Festival. Upscale outdoor event on beautiful Clear Lake. Distinctive cuisine, wine tasting, culinary demonstrations, grape stomp, high performance boat & luxury yacht displays, art exhibits, vintage style show, car displays. Time: 11am-10pm. Cost: $20 pp includes admission, souvenir wine glass and 5 tasting tickets. Location: South Shore Harbour Marina, 2500 South Shore Blvd. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 281-338-7339 or visit www.leaguecitychamber.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually.

October 18, 2008 - FESTIVAL - McKinney: Roundup on the Range. Dedicated to presenting and preserving the traditions of the Old West, McKinney will once again play host to authentic chuckwagon contestants, western musicians, artisans and equestrian demonstrations. Time: 9am-5pm. Cost: $5 per person; $15 for chuckwagon lunch (limited supply of lunches). Location: Myers Park and Event Center 7117 County Road 166 McKinney, Texas. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 972-542-0679 or visit www.roundupontherange.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 18, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Port Neches: Fall Fest on Port Neches Avenue. An old fashioned open-air street fair with antiques, crafts, sidewalk sales, food vendors, children's activities and live entertainment. Part of Neches Avenue is blocked off for this event. Sponsored by the Port Neches Avenue Merchants Association. Time: 10am-8pm. Cost: Free. Location: 1303 Port Neches Avenue. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 409-722-4023. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd Saturday of the month.

October 18, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Seguin: 4th Annual Texas Collectors Pottery Show. Large collections of both historic and contemporary pottery will be on display and for sale. Knowledgeable exhibitors will be on hand to discuss the history of the early Texas potters. Time: 9am-4pm. Cost: Free admission. Location: Guadalupe County Court House Central Park Square - Seguin Texas 78155. Region: South Texas Plains. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 830-996-3608 after 6pm. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd weekend in October.

October 18, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Temple: Czech Feszt. Experience Czech Heritage, Temple Style. A day-long salute to Czech Heritage & its impact on Temple's history. Live music, Beseda dancers, great food, kolache baking contest & lots of activities. Time: Check website. Cost: Check website. Location: Downtown Temple. 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.

October 18, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Wichita Falls: Shrimp and Wine Festival. Shrimp, wine, art, music. Time: 4pm-9pm. Cost: call. Location: On the grounds of the Kemp Center for the Arts, 1300 Lamar. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 940-322-4525 or visit www.downtownproud.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 18-19, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Bandera: Annual Quilt Show By The Silver Sage Corral. Features antique quilts, quilted garments, and auction of special quilts. Time: Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 12 Noon-4pm. Location: Silver Sage Corral, 803 Buck Creek. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-796-4360. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd week in October.

October 18-19, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Copperas Cove: Ogletree Gap Heritage Festival. This festival celebrates Copperas Cove's heritage with a fest every fall with pioneer craft demonstrations, craft vendors, food vendors, entertainment, civil war camps with reenactments daily, western shows and entertainment, Indian encampments, and a pioneer wedding. Time: call. Cost: call. Location: Ogletree Gap Park on Highway 190 west. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 254-547-7571 or visit www.copperascove.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd weekend in October.

October 18-19, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Del Rio: Fiesta de Amistad Parade and Arts & Crafts Fair. Fiesta de Amistad is celebrated annually with an International parade that starts in one country and ends in another. Along with the parade is the annual art & craft fair that features out of town and in town artist along with food booths and entertainment. Time: 10am Parade; 10am-6pm Arts & Crafts Fair. Cost: call. Location: Downtown Del Rio. Region: Texas Big Bend Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-775-3551. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd weekend in October.

October 18-19, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Granbury: Harvest Moon Festival. Two-day festival features over 100 arts & craft vendors and food booths on the Historic Downtown Square. Children's contest and free hayride. Also Antique Engine and Tractor Show. Time: 9am-5pm. Saturday, noon to 5pm. Sunday. Cost: Free. Location: 122 N. Crockett. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 817-573-5299. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd weekend in October.

October 18-19, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Grapevine: 6th Annual Canton in the City Holiday Gift Show. A home, garden, decorating, and craft indoor showcase. Time: 10am-5pm. Cost: Adults $4, HS Students $1, Children to age 11 admitted free. Parking is free. Canton in the City donates a portion of the proceeds from every show to any non-profit organization that enrolls Location: Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 South Main Street, Grapevine, TX 76051. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 972-471-0601, visit www.CantonintheCity.com, or Email CantonintheCity@hotmail.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in October and November.

October 18-19, 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.

October 18-21, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Brenham: Oktoberfest. Central Texas Sounds will provide ooom-pah musice for your listening and dancing pleasure Friday evening. On Saturday there will be a classic car show, sausage cook-off, live entertainment, maipole dancers, cultural and craft exhibits, food booths, and lots of games for the children. Time: Fri. 6:30pm-10pm, Sat. 9am. Cost: Fri. $6, Sat. free admission. Location: 901 North Park St. Fireman's Park Brenham, TX 77833. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 1-888-brenham or visit www.brenhamtexas.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 18-21, 2008 - CONCERT - Jefferson: MusicFest. Featuring Drum Jam, a percussion explosion of entertainment for the whole family headlines a weekend of musical entertainment all over Jefferson. Friday night will have indoor venues, Saturday will host entertainment in the alley on the main stage and free venues of music all over the town. Time: Noon - 10pm, Saturday. Cost: $10 Adults. Location: Bateman's Alley off Polk and Austin Streets. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 888-467-3529 or visit www.marioncountycoc.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd weekend in October.

October 19, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Abilene: Annual Erinshire Folk Festival. Come and experience an Abilene tradition. Musicians from all over the Abilene area (and some outside) come together for one magical night of acoustic music under the stars. Music all day long. Bring quilts, picnics, coolers. Food vendors available. Tickets available at Aartvark Music, Allied Parcel & Post on Judge Ely, and Caldwell Music. Time: noon to midnight. Cost: $10 per person. Location: Erinshire Gardens, 435 College Drive at Cedar Crest. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. For more information, call 325-677-8420, Bobby Deegan or visit www.erinshire.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in October.

October 19, 2008 - FESTIVAL - San Antonio: BOOtanica / Fall Garden Fair. The entire family can celebrate autumn at the Botanical Garden. Kids come dressed in their Halloween costume to participate in games, crafts, a costume parade, creepy, crawly displays and other spook-tacular activities. The Fall Garden Fair offers plant sales, nature walks, and various demonstrations on fall gardening. The Children's Vegetable Gardening Program will show the children's vegetables that were grown over the course of the program and view the judges' picks for each variety. Time: 9am to 5pm. Cost: All activities are free with 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.

October 23 - December 7, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Kerrville: Eighth Annual Texas Furniture Makers Show. Statewide competition of the finest custom furniture makers in Texas. 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.

October 24-25, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Montgomery/Conroe: Fire and Ice Barbecue Cook-off. The pits are fired up and Jay Maclaskey, internationally award-winning ice sculptor will be carving ice. Be ready to party. Time: 6pm - 2am Friday, Noon-2am Saturday. Cost: $5 per person, Children under 12 free. Location: 15600 FM 2854, Montgomery, Texas 77316. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 936-443-8121 or visit www.FireandIceCookoff.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in late October.

October 24-25, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Paris: Festival of Pumpkins. Everything Pumpkin, fall and fun! Lighting of the Tower of Pumpkins and a music festival Friday night. Saturday includes BBQ cook-off, music, food, shopping, crafts, and every kind of pumpkin related game that exists. Join us for a Coca Cola Family Fest, Iron Kids Sports Park, Kimberly Clark Diaper Derby and much, much, more. Time: 6pm-11pm and 8am-4pm. Cost: free. Location: Historic Downtown. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 1-800-PARISTX. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, last weekend in October.

October 24-25, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Richmond: Texian Market Days. Texian Market Days is a living history festival which brings Texas history to life with costumed historical interpreters, battle re-enactments, cattle-working demonstrations and more. Take a trip through time beginning with the early days in Stephen F. Austin's colony (1830s) through the late years of the Great Depression and World War II (1940s). Enjoy toe-tapping old-time tunes, an antique tractor show and pull, arts and crafts from around the region at the Texian Market Place and so much more. Proceeds from Texian Market Days supports the educational programs of the Fort Bend County Museum Association. Time: 9am - 5pm. Cost: $10 Adults, $5 Child. Location: 10215 FM 762 Rd. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 281-343-0218 or visit www.georgeranch.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, fourth weekend in October.

October 24-26, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Flatonia: Czhilispiel. Continuous live entertainment, carnival, arts & craft, food booths, Children's special events, CASI Chili and Hometown Chili Cook-off, BBQ Cook-off, jalapeno eating contest, egg toss, and much more. Cost: Fri $7, Sat $7, Sunday Free. Location: Main street downtown Flatonia. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 361-865-3920 or visit www.flatoniachamber.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 4th full weekend in October.

October 24-26, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Ingleside: Round Up Days Western Festival. Festival with cook-offs, a carnival, country and Tejano music. Time: Friday, 6pm-11pm, Saturday, noon - 11pm. Sunday noon - 5pm. Cost: $5 adults, $3 6-12 years. Location: N.O. Simmons Park, Hwy 361, Ingleside. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 888-899-2906 or visit www.roundupdays.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 4rth weekend in October.

October 24-26, 2008 - FAIR - Kerrville: Kerr County Fair. The Kerr County Fair is an event where families can experience various exhibits, vendors and entertainment, such as carnival, rodeo, band, and cook-offs. There are also a variety of contests to enter. The talent contest preliminaries will be held October 15, 2005 at the Riverhills Mall on Sidney Baker South in Kerrville, Texas. Time: call. Cost: Adults $5, 10 and under free. Location: State Highway 27 East. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-257-6833 or visit www.kerrcountyfair.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually.

October 24-26, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Kountze: Hardin County Cajun Country Music Festival. Features a dozen Cajun and Texas Country bands, Motorcycle Rally, Antique Car Show, Gumbo Cook-off, Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show as seen on ESPN, Art and Photography Contest, Washer Tournament, Carnival, Arts & Crafts and Food vendors, and much more! Time: Oct. 26 - 4pm-12am, Oct. 27 - 10am-12am, Oct. 28 - 10am - 3pm. Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under. Location: Roy Brown Entertainment Ranch, 231 Old FM 418, Kountze, TX 77625. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 409-673-9803 or visit www.hcccmusicfest.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, last weekend in October.

October 25, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Canyon Lake: Elf Tabatha Mystery Poker Run. Starts at 'The Dam Red Barn' below Canyon Lake Dam. Registration includes poker run, event button, meal and door prizes. Day registration at 8am / last bike (vehicle) out at 9am. $1000 possible prizes to win. Costume contest. 50/50 drawing. This events in conjunction with Elf Tabatha's Fright 5K Run Walk n' Roll, which is open to every one of all ages. All proceeds benefit Elf Tabatha 'Helping Children in Need'. Time: 8am-4pm. Cost: $25 per rider / $10 extra meals. Location: Access Rd. -- just below the Canyon Lake Dam. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 210-842-3828. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, last Saturday in October.

October 25, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Canyon Lake: MARKETDAYS. Enjoy it all in Texas Hill Country, lake, river, hiking, RVing and MARKETDAYS (below Canyon Dam). Over 100 in/outdoor vendors will share Arts, Crafts, Bargains, Attic Treasures, Antiques, Home Cookin' and Holiday Gifts with a Texas "Howdy". Also visit North Pole Village in Dec. Time: 9am-4pm. Cost: Free parking/admission/entertainment to Public, Vendor space $25. Location: 125 Mabel Jones Dr. (below Canyon Dam). Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-964-3003. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, last Saturday in October.

October 25, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Columbus: St Anthony Fall Carnival. Cake booth, auction, children's activities, food, country store, haunted house, train ride and much more. Time: 4pm-12am. Cost: Varies. Location: 635 Bonham. 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. Held annually.

October 25, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Fredericksburg: Fredericksburg Food & Wine Fest. Fine wines, Texas foods. Gourmet chefs demonstrating culinary techniques using Texas foods and wines. Games and auction. Texas-made arts and crafts. Time: 12 Noon-7 PM. Cost: Adults $20, under 21 $5. Location: Marktplatz, 100 block of East Main Street. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-997-8515 or visit www.fbgfoodandwinefest.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, third weekend in October.

October 25, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Grand Prairie: Haunted Hallway. Halloween event for younger children. Time: 11am-4pm. Cost: $3 parking fee. Location: Traders Village, 2602 Mayfield Road, Grand Prairie, TX 75052. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: 50,000-200,000. For more information, call 972-647-2331 or visit www.tradersvillage.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in October.

October 25, 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. Time: 9am-4pm. Cost: free. Location: 700 Main St., Kerr County Courthouse grounds. 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.

October 25, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Madisonville: Texas Mushroom Festival. Culinary and wine tasting event of the region. Cooking demonstrations, auto showcase, photography contest, queen competition, Baby Bella photography competition, cooking demonstration, and wine tasting. Time: 10am-5pm. Cost: $10 for wine tasting/cooking demonstrations. Location: 209 N. Madison. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 936-349-0742 or visit www.texasmushroomfestival.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 25, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Palestine: Fall Octoberfest. Oktoberfest celebrates Palestine, TX, Home of the Texas State Railroad. The event celebrates fall and Oktoberfest in this historic city, offering entertainment, great food booths, arts & crafts, and a Kidz Zone. Numerous historic buildings, antiques and uniques, bed and breakfasts, motels and fall foliage to the event. Time: All Day. Cost: $1. Location: Downtown and Old Town Palestine. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 903-729-6066 or visit www.palestinechamber.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, last weekend in October.

October 25, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Sulphur Springs: Heritage Square Antique Car Show. Pre-registration must be received before September 30. Vehicles must be 1987 or older. Sponsored by Downtown Business Alliance Time: On-site registration 8am. Cost: free to attend, Entry fee $20. Location: Heritage Square in Downtown Sulphur Springs. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 888-300-6623 or 903-885-1236 or visit www.sulphursprings-tx.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 4th weekend in October.

October 25-26, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Beaumont: 4th Annual Beaumont Rockin' Blues Festival. A two-day event music festival that highlights blues and gospel music on three outdoor stages. Southeast Texas is home to many renowned Blues artists who have contributed to the evolution of this music. Examples include Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown, Barbara Lynn, and Johnny Winter. Other activities include children's arena, jam sessions, vending booths, and art. Location: Riverfront Park in downtown Beaumont. Take I-10 to the Downtown Exit. Turn left on Main Street. Follow Main to the festival. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 409-835-2787. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, last weekend in October.

October 25-26, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Galveston: ARToberFEST. Come to Galveston's premier art event. Surround yourself in the relaxed atmosphere and historic charm of Postoffice Street while enjoying the work of over 100 artists and artisans. Time: Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 10am-5pm. Cost: $3. Location: Postoffice Street, between 21st and 23rd streets. Held outside. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 409-762-3617 or visit www.artoberfest.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd weekend in October.

October 25-26, 2008 - FESTIVAL - New Braunfels: Annual Texas Clay Festival. Respected potters and sculptors from around Texas display, sell their wares, and demonstrate a variety of techniques. Hands-on activities are available for children. Time: 10am. Cost: call. Location: 1601 Hunter Road. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-629-7975 or visit www.texasclayfestival.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 25-26, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Salado: Fright Trail - Tablerock's Walking Trail. Tablerock's one-half mile walking trail presents thrills and chills for old and young to enjoy a haunting Halloween treat. Relive the great horror classics and expect the unexpected along the enchanted trail. Time: 7:30pm-10pm. Cost: $5 Adults, $3 Children (12 and under). Location: Tablerock Amphitheater, Royal Lane. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: N/A. For more information, call 254-715-4434 or visit www.tablerock.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 25-26, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site: Smithing in Texas. Members of the Houston Area Blacksmiths Assoc. and other smiths from around Texas will meet at Barrington to demonstrate this vanishing art. The art and utility of blacksmiths helped to build the fledging State of Texas. Learn the process and gain an appreciation for artists of the past and present. Time: 10am-4:30pm Sat., 11am-4:30pm Sun. Cost: Adults $4, Children 12 and under $2. Location: Washington-on-the Brazos State Historic Site, 12300 Park Road 12, Washington, TX. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 936-878-2213 or visit www.bithplaceoftexas.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 26, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Houston: Boo Bash for Kidz at Traders Village. An afternoon of great Halloween fun for kids. Live entertainment, Haunted Hallway spook house, Kidz Play Zone and more. Time: 10am-4pm. Cost: Free admission, $2 parking. Location: Traders Village, 7979 N. Eldridge, Houston, TX 77041. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 281-890-5500. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, Sunday before Halloween.

October 26, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Jefferson: 16th Annual Taste of Jefferson. Dine as never before on Austin Street in historic Jefferson, Texas as the street becomes East Texas' largest restaurant during the Taste of Jefferson. Local restaurants, cafe owners and bed & breakfasts turn out samples of their finest foods for this mouthwatering event. Time: 11am-2pm. Cost: $10. Location: Austin Street. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (903) 665-2672 or visit www.jefferson-texas.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually.

October 27, 2008 - CONCERT - Beaumont: Nightmare on Crockett Street. Nightmare on Crockett Street features an outdoor stage with live music and dancing on the street. Put on your scariest face for a chance to win the costume contest. Time: Call. Cost: Call. Location: Crockett Street, Downtown Beaumont, TX 77701. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (409) 832-2944 or visit www.crockettstreet.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, Saturday of Halloween Weekend.

October 31, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Bandera: 46th Annual Hunters Bar-B-Que & Outdoor Expo. Exhibits, entertainment, Texas sized auction. Sponsored by the Chamber Of Commerce. Time: Doors open 3 pm, serving begins 5pm, and auction begins 7 pm. Location: Bandera, TX, Mansfield Park. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-796-3280 or visit www.banderahuntersbbq.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, opening of hunting season.

October 31 & November 1-2, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Brenham: 21st Annual Festival of Roses. National and International speakers on garden-related events. Time: 9am-6pm Fri-Sat, 11am-5:30pm Sun. Cost: Free. Location: 9300 Lueckemeyer Road, Brenham, TX 77833. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 979-836-9051 or email arebuzz@industryinet.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

October 31 - November 1, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Columbus: Live Oaks & Dead Folks Cemetery Tour. Take a stroll through one of our town's historic cemeteries and meet the ghosts of Columbus' past. Told by local re-enactors, these strange, heroic and sometimes tragic tales will have you wiping away tears of joy and sorrow. This is a fun and unique way to learn about Texas history while celebrating those who lived through it. Time: Call to Schedule. Cost: $10 a person. Location: Tour at Local Cemetery Nesbitt Memorial Library, 529 Washington Street, 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. Held annually in the Fall.

October 31 - November 2, 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.