Events in Brenham

Brenham is a bustling town with a rich German and Czech heritage and plenty to see and do. Part of its unique brand of Texan charm is the events held in Brenham and in the neighboring towns, such as the Official Bluebonnet Festival of Texas and the Brenham Maifest. These events offer a fun and exciting way to get to know the area, its people, and its history. Read on to learn about many of the annual events in Brenham.  

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January

Brenham Uptown Swirl Wine Walk

Spend an afternoon and evening sipping wines from around the world while shopping at unique boutiques in Downtown Brenham during the Uptown Swirl Wine Walk. Purchase a wristband for admission and enjoy wine tastings at participating downtown businesses. The event is typically held on the Saturday before Martin Luther King Jr. Day in January.

Downtown Brenham
101 E. Alamo St.
Brenham, TX 77833

 

 

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March

Texas Ranger Day

Celebrate Burton's Texas Ranger history with 1880s Texas Ranger camp life, historical displays, demonstrations by the Legends of the Texas Rangers and McNelly's Rangers, folk-life demonstrations, tours of the historic Railroad Depot, and family-friendly activities.

Burton Railroad Depot
507 N. Railroad St.
Burton, TX 77835

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April

Official Bluebonnet Festival of Texas

Celebrate Texas' official state flower at the Official Bluebonnet Festival of Texas in Chappell Hill. Enjoy country-style food, live entertainment, and music while browsing more than 250 juried arts and crafts vendors in the heart of historic downtown.

 

Historic Downtown Chappell Hill
Main Street
Chappell Hill, TX 77426

Burton Cotton Gin Festival

Travel to Burton for the annual Burton Cotton Gin Festival, a celebration of the era when cotton was king. Held at the Texas Cotton Gin Museum, the festival features fun for the whole family, including cotton gin tours, a parade, live music, folk-life demonstrations, children's activities, contests, antique tractors, arts and crafts, and more.

Texas Cotton Gin Museum
307 N. Main St.
Burton, TX 77835

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May

Brenham Maifest

Celebrate Brenham's rich German heritage at Brenham Maifest, the oldest festival in Texas. Enjoy authentic German food, live music, cultural performances, a colorful downtown parade, carnival rides, children's activities, and the traditional Junior and Senior Coronations during this beloved annual spring festival.

Fireman's Park
901 N. Park St.
Brenham, TX 77833

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June

Celebrate the rich African American heritage and culture of Washington County at two annual Juneteenth events. Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site hosts the Judge Eddie E. Harrison Juneteenth Heritage Celebration on the Saturday nearest Juneteenth, featuring educational programs, music, cultural performances, and historical exhibits. In Downtown Brenham, the Washington County Historical Juneteenth Association celebrates with a parade, opening ceremony, and annual Jubilee honoring the history and significance of Juneteenth.

Downtown Brenham (Courthouse Square)
115 W. Main St.
Brenham, TX 77833

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July

Hot Nights Cool Tunes Summer Concert Series

Bring your lawn chairs to Downtown Brenham for the Hot Nights Cool Tunes Summer Concert Series, featuring free live music, great food, refreshing drinks, and a classic car show. Held on Saturday evenings in July (excluding July 4 when applicable), this family-friendly event is free and open to the public.

Downtown Brenham (Courthouse Square)
100 E. Main St.
Brenham, TX 77833

Chappell Hill Independence Day Parade

Celebrate America's independence at the Chappell Hill Independence Day Parade, known as the "Biggest Small Town Parade in Texas." Bring the kids to join the World Famous Marching Kazoo Band and enjoy patriotic floats, marching groups, antique tractors, and small-town festivities.

Historic Downtown Chappell Hill
Main Street
Chappell Hill, TX 77426

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August

Chappell Wine and Cheese Stroll

Grab some friends and cool off at the annual Chappell Hill Wine & Cheese Stroll. Sip wines, sample cheeses and local flavors, and explore the unique shops and restaurants throughout historic downtown Chappell Hill.

Historic Downtown Chappell Hill
Main Street
Chappell Hill, TX 77426

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September

Washington County Fair

Experience the Oldest County Fair in Texas at the annual Washington County Fair. Enjoy PRCA rodeos, live music, carnival rides, livestock shows and auctions, agricultural exhibits, commercial vendors, arts and crafts, delicious fair food, and family-friendly entertainment throughout the event.

Washington County Fairgrounds
1305 E. Blue Bell Rd.
Brenham, TX 77833

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October

Scarecrow Festival

The Chappell Hill Scarecrow Festival is a family-friendly event featuring live Texas country music, delicious food, children's activities, and more than 100 vendors offering arts and crafts, jewelry, clothing, and other unique goods.

Historic Downtown Chappell Hill
Main Street
Chappell Hill, TX 77426

Texas Arts and Music Festival

Enjoy live music, Texas artists, a juried art show, an arts village, live mural painting, local food and drinks, and family-friendly activities during the Texas Arts & Music Festival. Held in Historic Downtown Brenham on the third weekend in October, the festival offers free admission and showcases the best of Texas art and music.

 

Historic Downtown Brenham
100 E. Main St.
Brenham, TX 77833

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November

Fall Festival of Roses

Celebrate the beauty of autumn at the Fall Festival of Roses at the Antique Rose Emporium. Explore the award-winning display gardens, enjoy guided garden tours, attend educational seminars led by gardening experts, shop for roses and plants, and discover unique gifts during this annual festival.

Antique Rose Emporium
10000 FM 50
Brenham, TX 77833

 

Christmas Magic

Experience the holiday season at Christmas Magic, where the Giddings Stone Mansion is transformed with beautifully decorated rooms featuring unique holiday themes designed by Jennifer Hermann and presented by the Heritage Society of Washington County and Hermann Furniture. Enjoy self-guided mansion tours, holiday décor, and an optional luncheon with advance reservations.

Giddings Stone Mansion
2203 Century Circle
Brenham, TX 77833

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December

Brenham Christmas Stroll & Lighted Parade

Kick off the holiday season during the Brenham Christmas Stroll & Lighted Parade. Enjoy holiday shopping in Historic Downtown Brenham, festive entertainment, the community Christmas tree lighting, and the annual Lighted Christmas Parade on Saturday evening. Admission is free.

Historic Downtown Brenham (Main Street)
100 E. Main St.
Brenham, TX 77833