Annual Events

Nacogdoches Pro Rodeo & Steer Sho

Nacogdoches Pro Rodeo & Steer Sho "The Wildest Show in the Oldest Town." Annual rodeo presented by the Nacogdoches Expo Center featuring national talent acts, mutton bustin, livestock shows, performances and much more!

March 21st-23rd, 2024

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SFA Gardens Plant Sale

SFA Gardens Plant Sale Shop from a wide variety of Texas tough plants, grown by students and staff at Stephen F. Austin State University. Get there early for the "Running of the Wagons" where patrons dash to get the best pick.

April 6th & 7th, 2024

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Nacogdoches Wine Swirl

Nacogdoches Wine Swirl Annual event featuring a variety of Texas wines while enjoying live music and delicious bites. Don't miss out on this unforgettable wine-filled experience on the brick streets of Downtown Nacogdoches!

April 13th, 2024

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Spring Brewfest

Spring Brewfest Sample 25+ different beers, wines, meads, ciders, and more crafted by some of your local favorite beer-tenders from Fredonia Brewery as well as other local brewers from all over East Texas & beyond!

April 6th, 2024

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Kite Fest

Kite Fest Family friendly annual event at the Nacogdoches airport. Bring a kite or buy one to support the Helping House! Free admission, carnival style tickets for rides and bounce houses, local vendors and tons of fun.

April 7th, 2024

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Do Dat BBQ

Do Dat BBQ Annual BBQ Cookoff Competition at the Nac Expo Center benefitting the Nacogdoches United Way! Live Music , Kids Areas, Free Samples, and so much more!

April 27th, 2024

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Sale on the Trail

Sale on the Trail Ready to “shop ‘til you drop”? Make plans to drive the 100-mile trail between Nacogdoches, TX and Natchitoches, LA for yard sale bargains! Along the trail, shoppers will find new and used items sold by local businesses and private individuals.

May 3rd-4th, 2024

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Red Brick Bluegrass Festival

Red Brick Bluegrass Festival FREE family-friendly Bluegrass concert in Festival Park featuring some of the best names in Bluegrass music, food trucks, vendors and fun.

May 3rd-4th, 2024

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Nacogdoches Summer Squash

Nacogdoches Summer Squash The First Annual Nacogdoches Summer Squash at Festival Park in Nacogdoches is a collaborative event with local musicians, local artists, vendors, food trucks and The Fredonia Brewery! Come enjoy local music throughout the day from noon to 10 pm!

May 18th, 2024

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Texas Blueberry Festival

Texas Blueberry Festival The most delicious festival in the Lone Star State. The second Saturday in June marks a day-long celebration of the blueberry harvest. With more than 30 years under its belt, the event attracts more than 19,000 people to downtown Nacogdoches.

June 8th, 2024

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Freedom Fest

Freedom Fest Annual Fourth of July Celebration featuring fireworks, food trucks, vendors and more in Festival Park! Bring the whole family for this locally loved event.

July 4th, 2024

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Old Town Rig Down

Old Town Rig Down Big Rig Truck Show featuring the biggest, baddest rigs in the country lined up on the brick streets of Nacogdoches.
The two-day event brings food, games, live auction, live music, and much more!

September 13th-14th, 2024

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Tobaccodoches Cigar Festival

Tobaccodoches Cigar Festival Don't miss out on the ultimate cigar experience at Tobaccodoches cigar festival! The annual festival provides a unique opportunity to indulge in the finest cigars, spirits, and cuisine. The event takes place in Commerce St. Alley in the heart of Downtown.

October 19th, 2024

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SFA Homecoming

SFA Homecoming SFA’s annual Homecoming is one of the university’s most popular and spirited traditions! Activities include a concert, bonfire, fireworks, downtown parade, 5K race, Homecoming Court elections, football game, tailgating and much more.

October 27th, 2024

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