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Kingsville, Texas
1501 N. Highway 77
Kingsville, TX 78363
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(361) 592-8516
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Events in Kingsville

Those who take a trip to Kingsville anytime of the year will find fun and fascinating events. Bull riding, livestock shows, jazz festivals, symphony orchestra concerts, and monthly wine walks, Kingsville is as versatile as it is exciting! With South Texas charm, old Western antics, and modern marvels, an enriching experience awaits around every split rail fence.

January
Kleberg Kenedy County Jr. Livestock Show
Since 1951, KKJLS has provided weeks of entertainment while also educating the area’s youth. The Kleberg Kenedy County Jr. Livestock show typically kicks off with a carnival at the JK Northway Expo Center and continues with exhibits, showmanship, homemaking products, and of course plenty of livestock including beef, swine, goats, lambs, and cattle. The show wraps up with an auction open to the public and typically includes a country concert for all to enjoy! 
Multiple Locations
Kingsville, TX


February
National Professional Bull Riders
Yeehaw! There’s nothing like classic Texas bull riding to get your blood pumping! As Kingsville says, you’ll experience the “hottest 8 seconds of the year!” at their National Professional Bull Riders event. Watch cowboys compete to see who can stay mounted on their wild and bucking bull the longest. This traditional rodeo sport has plenty of excitement and danger all rolled into one!
JK Northway Exposition Center
East Escondido Road
Kingsville, TX 78636

Kingsville Monthly Wine Walk
Starting in February, Kingsville Monthly Main Street Wine Walks are fashioned for spirited visitors and thirsty locals alike to stroll, browse, and shop throughout the Main Street district, sampling a variety of both wine and beer along the way. Participating businesses and vendors offer registrants great deals, discounts, and merchant stamps to be entered into a drawing to win prizes!

Visitors eager to elevate their experience even further can book a VIP Wine Walk Experience, enjoy free gifts, and entry into additional wine-themed events. Advance purchase of Monthly Wine Walk passports come with a keepsake collectible glass, keepsake passport with valuable coupons, beverage tickets, and more opportunities to win amazing prizes from local vendors. Perfect for a romantic getaway, fun ladies’ weekend, and bachelor / bachelorette parties.
Kingsville Main Street
200 East Kleberg
Kingsville, TX 78636


March
Kingsville Symphony Orchestra Spring Welcome
Put on your finest attire and head to the Kingsville Symphony Orchestra Spring Welcome annual event in March. Be ready to experience the celestial sounds of specially selected guest musicians to accompany this full orchestra. Comprised of students attending the School of Music at Texas A&M University-Kingsville alongside professional musicians from a variety of areas in South Texas, music-goers are in for a treat! The best way to brighten the season, visitors will be blooming with joy after attending this special spring music event.
Texas A&M University – Kingsville
The School of Music
775 North Armstrong Street
Kingsville, TX 78363

Texas A&M University-Kingsville Jazz Fest
A finger-snapping and toe-tapping good time, TAMUK Jazz Festival is a fun two-day festival held annually on the last Friday and Saturday of March. Music lovers of all ages are invited to come out to enjoy jazz performances by a variety of jazz guest artists along with TAMUK Jazz Ensembles, and young talents from high school / middle school ensembles. All performances are free to the public, with the exception of the final concert on Saturday night.
Texas A&M University – Kingsville
Jones Auditorium
859 – 863 North Armstrong Street
Kingsville, TX 78363

Texas A&M University-Kingsville Spring Fling
This special spring seasonal event is a festive fundraiser hosted by a collection of Texas A&M University student organizations. Enjoy a fun day filled with food, drinks, and games for a good cause!
University Boulevard
700 University Blvd
Kingsville, TX 78363

Kingsville Monthly Wine Walk
Kingsville Monthly Main Street Wine Walks are designed for travelers near and far to enjoy a day of sipping, strolling, and shopping throughout the Main Street district. Sample varieties of beer and wine, find great deals and discounts from local merchants, and participate in vendor stamp collecting to enter to win amazing prizes! Each Monthly Main Street Wine Walk features a different theme for the occasion. For VIP treatment, visitors can book a VIP Wine Walk Experience, including an assortment of free gifts and entry into more wine-themed events. Whether on a romantic couple’s trip, having a fun women’s weekend, or living it up at a bachelor / bachelorette party, this is the perfect event for a spirited good time!
Kingsville Main Street
200 East Kleberg
Kingsville, TX 78636


April
Wings Over South Texas Air Show 
Every even number year, Kingsville hosts the Blue Angels along with dozens of performers for this spectacular Texas air show. Arrive early for a personal meet and greet with the pilots during the Meet the Blues event. This portion of the show allows visitors to experience a Taste of Kingsville with free food samples. Fun-filled and family-friendly, bring the kids for a chance to earn their wings during flight school at the event.
Naval Air Station Kingsville
Kleberg County, Texas
(About 3 miles East of Kingsville)

Festival de la Lotería
A multi-cultural celebration, visitors will enjoy fun, fashion, and three rounds of hour-long Loteria games at Festival de la Loteria. Chances to win spectacular prizes during this event include leather goods, Apple Watches, and big-screen televisions! Feast your eyes on the latest trends at the Spring Fashion Show and get a glimpse of the variety of entries in the Texas Rides Car Show. Browse a selection of vendors, experience live music, fun activities and plenty of margaritas and beer for thirsty patrons.
Downtown Kingsville
301-399 East Kleberg Ave.
Kingsville, TX 78363

TAMUK Annual Jazz Blast
The TAMUK Annual Jazz Blast is a breath of fresh spring air! This outdoor jazz concert is held annually on the last Saturday of April. All TAMUK Jazz Ensembles will perform at this free event. Fun, free, and fantastic, this toe-tapping music event is performed on the South Lawn of the new music building at Texas A&M University Kingsville.
Texas A&M University Kingsville
The School of Music
775 North Armstrong St.
Kingsville, TX 78363


July
Independence Day Birthday Bash
Bring your lawn chairs, visit with vendors, and make your way downtown for a free Independence Day concert. Experience the energetic and lively musical performances by Tejano artists like Elida Reyna Y Avante, Las Fenix, Lucky Joe, La Calma, and many more. VIP seating is available.
Downtown Kingsville
301-399 East Kleberg Ave.
Kingsville, TX 78363

4th of July Pet, Bike and People Parade & Kingsville and NAS-Kingsville Birthday Bash
Join in on this fun 3-in-1 festival! This special event includes freedom fest, celebration of Kingsville, and NAS-Kingsville birthdays. Downtown businesses compete in a window decorating contest immersing Kingsville Main Street District in honorary red, white, and blue colors. Enjoy a free festive parade, costume contest, and plenty of prizes awarded in a variety of categories. After the parade, come on down to Maggie Salinas Pavilion for free savory hot dogs, scrumptious cake, and an outstanding awards ceremony.
Downtown Kingsville
Main Street District
301-399 East Kleberg Ave.
Kingsville, TX 78363

NAS Kingsville 4th of July Concert and Fireworks
For all Military Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) eligible patrons and MWR guest card holders, a special free concert and fireworks celebration will be held on Naval Air Station Kingsville for Independence Day and NAS-Kingsville’s birthday! 
Naval Air Station Kingsville
554 McCain St #214
Kingsville, TX 78363

Kingsville Symphony Orchestra Patriotic Concert
The Kingsville Symphony Orchestra pays tribute with a special annual patriotic concert in July. Experience the magic of this time-honored event with the blending of seasoned symphony musicians and outstanding Texas A&M University-Kingsville music students. Sure to be an inspiring and spirited performance.
Texas A&M University Kingsville
The School of Music
775 North Armstrong St.
Kingsville, TX 78363


September
South Texas Show Series
The South Texas Show Series is a festive livestock event hosting three all-species shows each year with four rings for each species at each of the events held in September, November, and December.  This special show series is one of the premier livestock show events in the state of Texas! Family-friendly and open to all visitors.
501 East Escondido Rd
Kingsville, TX 78363

TAMUK Family Weekend
This special weekend is one of Texas A&M University’s most anticipated fall events! There are a series of fun events held throughout the weekend for undergraduate students and their parents, including a Saturday night Javelina football game.
Texas A&M University Kingsville
700 University Blvd
Kingsville, TX 78363

Kingsville Monthly Wine Walk
Experience Kingsville’s Monthly Main Street Wine Walks from September through February. Grab incredible deals and discounts as you shop, sample and sip throughout their unique Main Street stores. Monthly Wine Walks offer opportunities to win great prizes with an extra special VIP Wine Walk Experience for those who register. The VIP treatment includes free gifts and entry to exclusive additional wine-themed events. Perfect for a romantic getaway, exciting girl’s weekend, or for bachelorette and bachelor parties! 
Kingsville Main Street
200 East Kleberg
Kingsville, TX 78636


October
Butterfly Blitz
Kingsville, Texas is an official member of Monarch City, USA! They celebrate every October with a series of mesmerizing events, thoughtfully named the Kingsville Butterfly Blitz. Fun festivities include limited edition Winged Wonder Tours on King Ranch, a Monarch 5k fun run for the family, a festival with demonstrations on everything from pollinator gardening to photographing nature, and even several demonstrations on how to tag and release Monarch Butterflies. Visitors have the chance to get up close and personal with beautiful butterflies and stay through sunset to enjoy the pollinators of the night exhibit.
Multiple Locations
Kingsville, TX 78363

TAMUK Homecoming
Homecoming week is a huge event for Texas A&M University Kingsville families and faculty members! Engage in rich tradition and reflect on the founding of this prestigious institution in a week-long celebration. Homecoming also encourages and creates opportunities to engage and interact with alumni who have a shared experience and can tell stories about their time as Javelinas on campus. From the Homecoming Kickoff and the Fall Carnival to the Javelina Football game, there is nonstop fun during this celebration. “Once a Javelina; Always a Javelina!”
Texas A&M University Kingsville
700 University Blvd
Kingsville, TX 78363


November
TAMUK Jazz Bash
Get ready for a true night of jazz! Every November on the Tuesday before Thanksgiving each year, TAMUK Jazz Bash hosts an evening jazz concert. It all started in 1984 and continues to be a time-honored holiday tradition. Experience riveting performances by TAMUK Jazz Ensembles. Free admission.
Texas A&M University Kingsville
The School of Music
775 North Armstrong St.
Kingsville, TX 78363

Ranch Hand Weekend
King Ranch® Hand Weekend is a highly anticipated annual November event for locals and visitors alike. Since 1990, King Ranch® Ranch Hand Breakfast has provided a special opportunity for visitors to drive onto this legendary Texas Ranch and enjoy a slice of the Cowboy way of life. The event features an authentic, hearty cowboy breakfast cooked and served outdoors on the historic King Ranch. Team roping and old-time cow camp cooking demonstrations are a part of the activities, along with live music and storytelling. 

Annually held on the Saturday before Thanksgiving each year, events include a Ranch Hand Weekend Wine Walk Holiday Sip & Shop, Tree Lighting on Friday night, a Ranch Hand Weekend Festival Saturday after breakfast, and the Ranch Hand Weekend Country Concert on Saturday night. Get more details about Ranch Hand Weekend.
Multiple locations
Ranch Hand Breakfast 
King Ranch, 2205 West Texas Highway 141, Kingsville, TX 78363
Ranch Hand Wine Walk, Tree Lighting & Festival
Downtown Kingsville, 301-399 East Kleberg Ave., Kingsville, TX 78363
Ranch Hand Country Concert
J.K. Northway Expo Center, 501 East Escondido Rd., Kingsville, TX 78363

Veterans Day Parade
Historic Downtown Kingsville celebrates all brave soldiers who served our country with an annual Veterans Day Parade. Parade participants will make their way from the Kleberg County Courthouse to the Maggie Salinas Pavilion along a route lined with festive and waving American Flags.
Downtown Kingsville
301-399 East Kleberg Ave.
Kingsville, TX 78363

Big House Burgers Bash and Siggno Team Roping
Giddy up and get roped in! Bringing outstanding entertainment and a competitive team roping event to Kingsville every fall season, Big House Burgers Bash and Siggno Team Roping is a special event visitors don’t want to miss. Latin Grammy-winning artist Grupo Siggno headlines the concert annually and gives participants in the Siggno Team Roping competition the opportunity to head home with BIG prizes!
J.K. Northway Expo Center
501 East Escondido Rd.
Kingsville, TX 78363

Kingsville Symphony Orchestra King Ranch Celebration
A perfectly harmonious blending of accomplished musicians playing alongside incredibly talented Texas A&M University Kingsville music students, this symphony orchestra celebration is sure to uplift you to new heights of inspiration. Since 2006, the Kingsville Symphony Orchestra has continually featured two classical and two pops concerts annually. The Kingsville Symphony Orchestra King Ranch Celebration gives life to an inspiring and exceptionally soul-penetrating performance.
Texas A&M University Kingsville
The School of Music
775 North Armstrong St.
Kingsville, TX 78363

South Texas Show Series
The South Texas Show Series hosts three all-species shows each year with four rings for each species at each of the events in September, November, and December. This fun and family-friendly show series is one of the premier livestock show events in the state of Texas!
501 East Escondido Rd
Kingsville, TX 78363


December
Wine Walk Holiday Sip & Shop and La Posada de Kingsville Parade
Thirty-two years running strong, this dazzling night parade is fully illuminated for the holiday season! With over 10 thousand spectators, this event grows in popularity every year. Enjoy sipping and strolling at the Wine Walk Holiday Sip & Shop before attending the annual La Posada de Kingsville parade.
Kingsville Main Street
200 East Kleberg
Kingsville, TX 78636

South Texas Show Series
One of the premier livestock show events in the state of Texas, the South Texas Show Series hosts three all-species shows each year with four rings for each species at each of the events in September, November, and December. Visitors of all ages can enjoy this special livestock event!
501 East Escondido Rd
Kingsville, TX 78363

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1501 N. Highway 77
Kingsville, TX 78363
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www.kingsvilletexas.com

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