Events

Join us at the Coyote Drive-In for a reimagined live music experience as we kick off this summer’s live music concert series. Paul Cauthen, Nikki Lane, Vincent Neil Emerson and Remy Reilly will take the stage to share live music …

Spend Memorial Weekend in Granbury for a patriotic weekend to remember. The weekend honors those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country and also kicks off the summer season in Granbury. The patriotic festival, taking place May 23-25 on …

Comicpalooza is Texas’ largest pop-culture festival, drawing fans of art, celebrities, comics, films, gaming, literature, and more! Comicpalooza returns May 22-24, 2020 to the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas. The show hosts panels, has autograph and photograph …

THIS PROGRAM WILL TAKE PLACE ON THE ONLINE PLATFORM ZOOM. Registered Guests will be sent a link to join 24 hours in advance of the program, and again the day of the program. Dr. Madeline Y. Hsu, Professor of History …

Where Business, Tech and Innovation Collide in Houston! TECHSPO Houston 2020 is a two-day technology expo taking place May 20th to 21st, 2020 at the luxurious JW Marriott Houston by The Galleria Hotel in Houston, Texas. TECHSPO Houston brings together …

In 2016, 43 percent of eligible voters — nearly 100 million people — didn’t cast a ballot in the presidential election. But why? Was it due to a lack of faith in our election system? Or a deficit of information …

This program will be streamed live on the Museum's Facebook page. Registered guests will receive the link to join via email the day of the event. Gather your family together to celebrate Upstanders! Join the education team of the Dallas …

A celebration of Americana Music featuring exceptional artists of the genre. Presented by KNBT 92.1FM Radio New Braunfels and held at Gruene Hall. Proceeds to benefit The Crisis Center of Comal County and Sally M. Kingsbury Sarcoma Research Foundation. Website: …

Sip, shop and stroll down the captivating sidewalks of Highland Park Village from 10 AM – 6 PM and enjoy exclusive promotions, complimentary treats and seasonal activations for the whole family at the historic property’s fourth annual Summer Shopping Stroll. …

PLAY + SHOP + LEARN + ADOPT All indoor and air-conditioned event is a woofing, chirping, and meowing good time for the whole family! Four-legged friends can receive ""spa treatments"" from local groomers, sample delicious treats, and try on the …

Highland Park Village is excited to present talented artisans from across North Texas at the community’s favorite seasonal market “LOCAL.” Enjoy delicious food, handcrafted goods, face painting, and live entertainment, from 9 AM – 1 PM! In addition, celebrate the …

The Shallow Sport Tournament on South Padre Island is the unofficial kick off to summer and brings in participants in droves. Whether you come to be an active part of the tournament or are just hoping to get in on all of …

A weekend full of fun and flight featuring a variety of static and in-air displays including the U.S. Air Force F-22 Rapter Demo Team and the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. There will also be a kid zone and other great activities …

Experience our special exhibition, "The Fight for Civil Rights in the South" virtually! The Fight for Civil Rights in the South combines two prestigious photography exhibitions covering the African American struggle for civil rights and social equality in the 1960s …

Leave your headphones at home and join the phenomenally successful podcast, The Startup Story LIVE at the Ford Center in Frisco on Thursday, May 7th, 2020. Doors will open at 5:30 PM with the main stage event taking place from …

The Annual Crime Stoppers Awards Luncheon honors individuals and organizations who’ve given exemplary service to make Houston a safer place to live, work, learn, and play. Website: https://crime-stoppers.org/event/2020-houstons-heroes-awards-luncheon

Please note: While this topic focuses on children's books, this program is recommended for high school students and adults. The books discussed contain some images that are not appropriate for children. The Nazi propaganda machine did not stop at the …

Part of our Funk Family Upstander Speaker Series. During the Burundian civil war in 1993, Marguerite Barankitse, a Tutsi, attempted to prevent the murder of over 70 Hutus, who were hiding in a Ruyigi diocese. She was forced to watch …

Join us for a virtual lecture by our Museum historians. After liberation, many Holocaust Survivors had to rebuild their lives, often traveling to new places for a fresh start. Join us for screening of the short film “New Homes, New …

Join us for a virtual book discussion led by Museum historians. Lilac Girls weaves the lives of three astonishing women into a story of extraordinary moral power set against the harrowing backdrop World War II and the Ravensbruck concentration camp. …

A day of fun, food, music & sidewalk sales. Live music, craft vendors on Cypress St., food trucks on N. 2nd St., special deals and sidewalk sales at area businesses, storybook characters, and fun events at several museums! Website: https://www.abilenedowntown.com/big-day-downtown

PLAY + SHOP + LEARN + ADOPT All indoor and air-conditioned event is a woofing, chirping, and meowing good time for the whole family! Four-legged friends can receive ""spa treatments"" from local groomers, sample delicious treats, and try on the …

The Jailbreak Beach Escape has become a South Padre Island tradition! Each May, thousands of runners conquer the 5k course, covering 20 challenging obstacles, on the sun-drenched beaches of South Padre before heading to Clayton’s Beach Bar for a Texas …

Join us for a virtual book discussion led by our Museum Educators. This week, we will discuss The Devil’s Arithmetic by Jane Yolen. Hannah dreads going to her family's Passover Seder—she's tired of hearing her relatives talk about the past. …

Join us for a virtual book discussion led by our Museum Educators. All featured books instill young children with lessons on diversity, tolerance, and empowerment. This week, we will read The Jelly Donut Difference: Sharing Kindness with the World by …

A hilarious new production based on the worldwide bestselling series from Dav Pilkey, the creator of Captain Underpants. Kid comic book writers George and Harold set out to write a musical based on their character, Dog Man, who loves to …

The Turtle Creek Corridor is filled with luxurious homes and on April 26 you will have the opportunity to get an exclusive look into five of the finest on the 2020 Turtle Creek Association Tour of Homes. The home tours …

Following three straight years of world-class lineups and national recognition, the fourth edition of Fortress Festival will take place April 25 & 26 within Fort Worth’s iconic Cultural District. Presented in partnership with the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, …

300+ vendors, free to public, onsite parking $5 per car $10 trucks with trailers. No dogs please. Concessions available.

300+ vendors, free to public, onsite parking $5 per car $10 trucks with trailers. No dogs please. Concessions available. Website: https://www.hemmings.com/events/detail?listing_id=57278

It's time to sip and savor on authentic Texas wines! This one-of-a-kind event is a huge hit in Granbury, so mark your calendars for the 10th Annual Wine Walk, April 24-25, 2020! Wine-lovers from all over flock to Granbury year-round …

This is a 4-day week-end celebration filled with special guests, concerts and events, exciting pool parties and the largest PRIDE beach parade in Texas. Over the years, SPLASH has brought together thousands of members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and …

From Craig’s home to yours! Grammy-winning Conspirare's Artistic Director Craig Hella Johnson will be at the piano to share a handful of songs and poems with you: our friends from around the world. Enjoy the music and connect with Craig …

Join us for a special virtual Yom HaShoah program through Facebook Live. Registered guests will receive a link to watch in advance of the program.Yom Hashoah, also known as Holocaust Remembrance Day, commemorates the six million Jews who were murdered …

The Sand Crab, run entirely on sand, is a great way to get a little exercise under the stars on a beautiful South Padre Island Beach. The Sand Crab will start on the beach at 8:30pm (kids' run is at …

Experience Highland Park Village’s spring neighborhood market, “LOCAL,” with talented artisans from across North Texas in a charming outdoor setting. Enjoy delicious food, handcrafted goods, face painting, live entertainment and a spring fling addition, featuring baby ducks, bunnies and more …

The Open Road concert series in Downtown Abilene offers music from some of the best in the Americana and roots rock music scenes. The first show of the season featured Austin blues singer and guitarist Jackie Venson. Proceeds from the concerts …

MAIN ST. Fort Worth Arts Festival (MAIN ST.) will hit the streets of Downtown Fort Worth on April 16-19, 2020, for its 35th year, bringing together tens of thousands of people to celebrate the sights, sounds, and tastes of the …

Meet the Easter Bunny at Putt-Putt FunHouse on Saturday, April 11th from Noon to 4pm. We are giving away free prize-filled Easter eggs & crafts for children. Plus, buy a $10 Playcard and get $10 FREE! Available all day. Website: …

On April 11, 2020, thousands of shoppers are expected to attend the spring Junk Hippy market in Bryan/College Station, which will feature over 150 creatively curated vintage, antique, and handmade vendors. Junk Hippy, which hosts successful markets in Oklahoma, Texas …

Join us for a virtual book discussion led by our Museum Educators. All featured books instill young children with lessons on diversity, tolerance, and empowerment. This week, we will read The Same but Different Too by Karl Newson . The …

Join us for a virtual lecture from Dr. Dr Charlotte Decoster, our Director of Education. This week, Dr. Decoster will discuss efforts to spread word about the Holocaust as it was unfolding. The conversation will take place on the online …

Join us for a virtual book discussion led by Dr. Charlotte Decoster, our Director of Education. In Defiance, Nechama Tec tells the story of the Bielski Brigade, the largest armed Jewish partisan resistance group in World War II. Tec offers …

Steiner Spring Fling 2020 will be held at Austin Kids Retreat on Sunday, April 5th from 11am – 2pm! We have over 20 different activities from Easter Egg Hunts to Photo booths… From Bubble Stations to Crafts… Soccer, Obstacle courses, …

Hill Country Comicon April 4th & 5th 2020 at the lovely New Braunfels Civic/Convention Center Hill Country Comicon is here to promote FUN, ART, LITERACY, & IMAGINATION through comics and pop culture. Embrace your nerdiness at a family-friendly, comic convention. …

Folk Fest is a time honored annual festival celebration in New Braunfels, Texas honoring its history with re-enactments, pioneer crafts, live music, food and drinks. Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/1162714797449933/

Join us for a virtual book discussion led by our Museum Educators. This week, we will discuss Number the Stars by Lois Lowry. In Number the Stars, ten-year-old Annemarie Johansen watches as the Danish Resistance smuggles almost the entire Jewish …

Join us for a virtual book discussion led by our Museum Educators. All featured books instill young children with lessons on diversity, tolerance, and empowerment. This week, we will read Dear Girl by Amy Krauss Rosenthal and Paris Rosenthal. The …

Nominations for the Keep Texas Beautiful Youth and Educator Awards recognize the efforts made by youth and educators working to improve and beautify their communities. The Youth and Educator Awards application will open on March 9, 2020 and close on …

This program will take place on the online platform Zoom. The link to join will be sent to all registered guests via email 24 hours before the event, and again 30 minutes before the event. As a humanitarian aid worker, …