Events in Dumas and Moore County

The annual events in Dumas and Moore County are a great excuse to plan a trip to the Texas Panhandle. Watch a festive town parade roll by, get dirty in a mud volleyball tournament, and join other worshippers of smoked meat at a barbecue cook-off that draws folks from near and far. All of Dumas events are worth traveling for, so check out the following and start planning your getaway today.

June

Dogie Days
Make plans to be in town for the annual Dogie Days in Dumas, hosted by one of the largest Lions Clubs in the country. This tradition began in 1946 and has evolved into a multi-day celebration with a carnival, food booths, a town barbecue, and a parade. A new vehicle is raffled on the midway Saturday night. Held the second Wednesday through Saturday in June.
1329 Durrett Avenue
Dumas, TX 79029

July

4th of July World Championship Mud Volleyball Tournament
Celebrate Independence Day in a new way at the 4th of July World Championship Mud Volleyball Tournament in Dumas. Gather a team and enjoy a day splashing around in the mud in this elimination-style tournament with cash prizes awarded to the top teams. Of course, there will be food, drinks and an epic fireworks show in the evening.
1329 Durrett Avenue
Dumas, TX 79029

D'Town BBQ Cook-Off
Every year, up to 40 meat-smoking teams gather at McDade Park for the Annual Dumas/Moore County Chamber of Commerce D'Town BBQ Cook-Off. This Texas barbecue cook-off is IBCA-sanctioned and recognized by the state and supports a local nonprofit. Taste a wide variety of meats including brisket, ribs, chicken, pork shoulder and butt, and cast your vote for the People’s Choice awards. Let your young ones compete in the Kids Q, too!
1329 Durrett Avenue
Dumas, TX 79029

August

Cowboy Classic Rodeo
Enjoy an iconic Texas night at this annual rodeo held at the Moore County Rodeo Arena. Watch professional riders from near and far compete in competitions like barrel racing, team roping, and bronc riding during the two-night rodeo event. There will also be rodeo queen contest, rodeo clowns, and a ton of fun for the kids.
1329 Durrett Avenue
Dumas, TX 79029

September

Texas Tumbleweed 100
Take in beautiful Texas Panhandle views as you ride the annual Texas Tumbleweed 100 bike ride. Choose one of four routes, ranging from 12 to 100 miles, and enjoy delicious barbecue as you cross the finish line.
1400 South Maddox Avenue
Dumas, TX 79029

Museum Day at the Window on the Plains Museum
Enjoy free admission, an antique tractor show and parade, classic car show, quilt show, silent auction, and raffle at the annual Museum Day at the Window on the Plains Museum. Bring the kids for lots of family fun including games, sidewalk chalk painting, and flint knapping demonstrations.
1820 South Dumas Avenue
Dumas, TX 79029

November

Candy Cane Lane
Kick off the holiday season at the annual Candy Cane Lane celebration at the Moore County Courthouse. Arts and crafts, food, wagon rides, performances by local choirs and bands, and holiday-themed lighted displays alongside Santa’s House are all part of the fun. Get your picture taken with Kris Kringle himself and then cheer him on as he throws the switch to light up the town with cheer that lasts all season long. 
715 South Dumas Avenue
Dumas, TX 79029

December

Christmas Open House at Window on the Plains Museum
Let the holiday cheer take over at the Window on the Plains Museum’s annual Christmas Open House. Celebrate with free refreshments and entertainment alongside the show and sale. Santa Claus himself visits the party to take photos with the children.
1820 South Dumas Avenue
Dumas, TX 79029