Events in Cleburne

Ample outdoor recreation and an interesting history are only part of what makes Cleburne a must-visit destination. Throughout the year, Cleburne hosts everything from a rodeo to a wine festival, giving it plenty of appeal for just about anyone. To help you plan your next trip here, we’ve put together a list of some of the top events in Cleburne.

April

Antique Alley Texas
The semi-annual event held the 3rd weekend in April and September that includes over 500 dealers from across the state and country, food vendors, and much more over a 60-mile stretch on FM4 S and downtown Cleburne.
FM 4 south
Cleburne, TX 76031

Spring Fest
Delicious food, great music, and tons of arts and crafts vendors can be found at the Spring Fest in Cleburne, an annual festival that takes place at the beginning of May.
302 South Main Street
Cleburne, TX 76033

IIAC - Indigenous Institute of the Americas Celebration
Join the Chisholm Trail Museum for the Largest Intertribal Gathering in North Texas featuring traditional and contemporary Artists, Powwow, Music, Workshop, Educational, Authentic Vendors, Artist Vendors, Native American Drums, Food, Educational Displays, Children & Family Fun.
101 Chisholm Trail 
Cleburne, TX 76033

May

Cleburne’s Shakespeare in the Park
The Plaza Theatre Company & Cleburne Chamber of Commerce presents Cleburne’s Shakespeare in the Park, an event under the big Texas sky at Winston Patrick McGregor Park with a great performance of a Shakespeare play.
1628 W. Henderson St.
 Cleburne, TX 76033

June

Johnson County Sheriff’s Posse PRCA Rodeo
The Johnson County Sheriff’s Posse PRCA Rodeo in Cleburne is a professional rodeo that features Bareback riding, saddle Bronc riding, bull riding, ladies barrel racing etc., and a Texas-sized serving of great food, drink, and fun.
1315 South Main Street
Cleburne, TX 76031

July

Goatneck 100K Bike Ride
The Goatneck 100K Bike Ride is a charitable endurance cycling event that begins and ends in Cleburne. Challenging 10, 27, 41, and 70-mile routes offer plenty of great views of Cleburne’s scenic countryside. Registration for any of these events can be done on the bike ride’s website.
501 Harlin Drive
Cleburne, TX 76033

September

Johnson County Sheriff’s Posse Ranch Rodeo 
It gets a little western with real working cowboys to show their ranch working skills alongside their team as they compete for the title. Come watch Wild Cow Milking, Chicken Scramble, Stray Gathering, and more. 
1315 South Main Street
Cleburne, TX 76031

October

Cleburne Wine & Art Festival
Enjoy a savory glass of Texas-made wine and a delicious meal from a local food truck, browse stalls full of appealing arts and crafts, and listen to first-rate live music at the Cleburne Wine & Art Festival. This event is held at the Johnson County Market Square on the last Saturday in September.
302 South Main Street
Cleburne, TX 76033

Old Foamy Beer Fest
Get ready to indulge in a variety of foamy brews that will tickle your taste buds. From hoppy IPAs to smooth stouts, we've got it all. Sip, sabor, and socialize with fellow beer enthusiasts in a lively atmosphere at the Cleburne Conference Center. 
1501 W. Henderson St
Cleburne, TX 76033

November

Whistle Stop Christmas
Come experience the sights and sounds of our Christmas wonderland with millions of lights decorating Hulen Park and Downtown Cleburne that are lit every evening from Monday before Thanksgiving through December 31st. 
201 W. Westhill Drive
Cleburne, TX  76033

Pioneer Days

Experience life as a Texas pioneer at the annual Pioneer Days event in Cleburne, held at The Chisholm Trail Outdoor Museum on the third weekend of November. At the event, you’ll tour historic buildings, a Native American museum, and see historical reenactors dressed in period clothing and more.
101 Chisholm Trail
Cleburne, TX 76033

December

Whistle Stop Christmas Parade
The Lighted Christmas Parade is the First Friday in December in Downtown Cleburne. After the parade come to Hulen Park for the holiday festivities with food & gift vendors, pictures with Santa & Mrs. Claus, Living Nativity Scene presented by First Baptist Church and more.

Cowboy Christmas on the Trail 
Saddle up and join Chisholm Trail Museum for a magical journey back in time on a covered wagon and ride through 5 captivating scenes that will whisk you away to Christmas in the 1800s! It’s a one-of-a-kind experience that will fill you with old-fashioned holiday cheer!
101 Chisholm Trail 
Cleburne, TX 76033