Events in Somervell County

Glen Rose may be best known as the Dinosaur Capital of Texas, but the town is just as enamored by music. In fact, many of the events in Glen Rose feature the upbeat rhythms and sharp notes of bluegrass. Along with all the bluegrass, the town is also host to a festival focused on the music of the dulcimer, an uncommon instrument that traces its roots back to the Appalachian Mountains. If you enjoy music, you can't miss one of the many festivals in Glen Rose.

January
Dinosaur Valley State Park
New year’s Day start off with the Dino Dive by jumping into the Blue Hole to wash away all of last years problems then take the First Day Hike.

April
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Spring Wing Ding – Celebrate the migratory patterns of butterflies and birds.

May
Lone Star State Dulcimer Festival
Savor the flicks and twangs of the dulcimer, a three- or four-string instrument that originated in the Appalachian region of the United States, at the Lone Star State Dulcimer Festival in Glen Rose. This free festival features performances by local musicians and food and memorabilia vendors.
1019 Northeast Barnard Street
Glen Rose, TX  76043

October
CareFlite Paluxy Pedal
Hop aboard your bicycle and participate in the CareFlite Paluxy Pedal, a charity bike ride through the scenic landscape surrounding Glen Rose. Distances of 29, 38, 53, and 62 miles are available to accommodate riders of all skill and endurance levels. All routes but the 29-mile trail include “The Wall,” a 3/10th of a mile hill that has a grade of 19% at its steepest. Proceeds from the ride, held in early October, benefit the LDL Education Resources Foundation.
1102 Stadium Drive
Glen Rose, TX 76043

Paluxy River Bluegrass Festival
The Paluxy River Bluegrass Festival is an annual three-day festival held in early October at Oakdale Park. Numerous bluegrass bands offer free performances throughout the event, which is free and open to the public.
1019 Northeast Barnard Street
Glen Rose, TX  76043

Somervell County Heritage Festival
Join us as we celebrate our muli- faceted history. Our beginnings began with the dinosaurs, then Native Americans to Moonshining, Healing Waters and so much more.

Fossilmania
The Dallas Paleontology group puts on  this wonderful opportunity to check out and learn all about the many historic fossils in many different forms.

December
Heritage Christmas in the Park
Come enjoy our Christmas bazaar at Heritage Park the first weekend of December.