Events in Stephenville

Experience the excitement of a true Texas rodeo, taste delicious cuisine, celebrate the holidays, and more at these festive annual events in Stephenville.

Set about 70 miles southwest of Fort Worth, the “Cowboy Capital of the World” is a place of country music festivals, epic bike rides, and more.

The local events calendar here is packed with one-of-a-kind festivals that you won’t want to miss, so read on to see all that’s happening before you visit Stephenville.

March

Cross Timbers Fine Arts Council Ragin’ Cajun
Eat bucketloads of crawfish—with all the fixings and accoutrements—and dance to live zydeco music while wearing your party mask and shiny beads to support a great cause.
204 River North Boulevard
Stephenville, TX 76401

April

Larry Joe Taylor’s Texas Music Festival
Discover the state’s hottest new talent and watch your favorite legends take the stage at the annual Larry Joe Taylor’s Texas Music Festival in Stephenville. Join fellow campers in swapping tall tales over the campfire and partake in the chili cook-off.
4217 County Road 423
Stephenville, TX 76401

Tarleton State University Stampede Rodeo
Where better to rodeo than the Cowboy Capital of the World? Don’t miss this annual three-day rodeo in Stephenville that is the finale for the National Intercollegiate Southwest Region, when the regional champions are crowned and the region’s team for the College National Finals is determined.
4696 North US Highway 377
Stephenville, TX 76401

Wine and Art Walk
Stroll, sip, and shop downtown during the annual Wine and Art Walk event hosted by the Stephenville Downtown Merchants. With art exhibits from local artists, and wine from local Texas wineriers, this is the perfect day to be included in a girls' trip to Stephenville!
Downtown Stephenville
Stephenville, TX 76401

May

Cowboy Capital MS Trail Ride
Take in the beautiful scenery and friendly comradery as you support a great cause at the annual Cowboy Capital MS Trail Ride at Tarleton State University's Hunewell Ranch just outside of Stephenville. You can also camp overnight and participate in the 5K or one-mile walk/run, all in support of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
5090 County Road 182
Stephenville, TX 76401

May – August

Summer Concert Series in the Park
Grab a lawn chair or picnic blanket and enjoy live outdoor concerts from old favorites and new talents all summer long at the annual TexStar Ford Summer Concert Series in the Park. The concert series is free fun for the entire family. Past performers have included Gary P. Nunn, Ricky Skaggs, and Roger Creager.
709 Riverside Drive
Stephenville, TX 76401

June

Moo-La Fest
Taking place on the first weekend of June, Moo-La Fest is home to numerous activities to pay homage to our community’s rich dairy heritage. With tethered hot air balloon rides, live music, a top-notch carnival, food vendors, and much more, Stephenville City Park is the place you will want to be.
709 Riverside Drive
Stephenville, TX 76401

July

Fourth of July Celebration
The county’s 4th of July parade and celebration in Stephenville begins with a great parade in the morning, then later in the evening enjoy live music and fireworks after dark.
709 Riverside Drive
Stephenville, TX 76401

September

Cowboy Capital of the World Pro Rodeo
Watch cowboys and cowgirls compete at the Cowboy Capital of the World Pro Rodeo, held during Rodeo Heritage Week in Stephenville each September. The week-long festivities include a barbecue cook-off, rodeo queen contest, cowboy church services, and a rodeo dance.
4696 North US Highway 377
Stephenville, TX 76401

Larry Joe Taylor’s Rhymes & Vines Texas Music Festival
What’s better than live music from Texas artists and a World Champion Jalapeño Popper Cook-Off? Let us know when you find out, because we can’t think of a better way to spend the weekend right outside of Stephenville! Join us at Melody Mountain Ranch for Larry Joe Taylor’s Annual Rhymes & Vines Texas Music Festival taking place in September.
4217 County Road 423
Stephenville, TX 76401

November

ChristmasVille
Taking place on Small Business Saturday, spend the day in Downtown Stephenville with Christmas events and activities such as food vendors, live music, pictures with Santa, and in-store specials with the downtown merchants! Be sure to stick around for the Christmas light parade and fireworks show to end the night!
Downtown Square
Stephenville, TX 76401

December

Holly Jolly Christmas
Join the holiday fun during Stephenville’s Holly Jolly Christmas. Horse-drawn carriage rides, dance performances, cookie decorating, lighted hayrides, crafts, games, holiday shopping, and pictures with Santa and the Grinch are all part of the fun, which starts with the lighting of the official Christmas tree.
Downtown Square and Plaza
Stephenville, TX 76401

Light Up the Night
Bring your friends and family and explore the winter wonderland of Stephenville, Texas during Light Up the Night! With thousands of Christmas lights displayed throughout the City Park, this walkable trail is perfect for photo opportunities and making memories! Light Up the Night is open annually for the first three weekends of December.
709 Riverside Drive
Stephenville, Texas 76401