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37th Annual Candlelight Tour of Homes

Dec. 8

Various locations in Weatherford, see website for list, Weatherford, TX. Tickets can be purchased at the Doss Heritage and Culture Center at 1400 Texas Drive or at the Weatherford Chamber of Commerce at 401 Fort Worth Hwy. Tickets available online at: www.parkercountyheritagesociety.org Tickets purchased on-line can be picked up at the Doss Center on tour day. Locations may be visited in any order. No food, drinks or smoking inside the tour locations. Please ask before taking photos or videos. Adults are $15, Senior tickets are $12 (65+) and children are $12 (12 and under). The tours will be 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Visit www.parkercountyheritagesociety.org for a list of locations.

Wassail Fest

Dec. 8

Downtown Vernon, Vernon, TX. Love wassail, unsure what it is and want to try it? Wassail is hot mulled cider, drunk traditionally as an integral part of wassailing, a Medieval Christmastide English drinking ritual. Come to the Wassail Fest December 8, Wassail will be available for visitors to sip and enjoy from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. in downtown all afternoon.

Ghosts of Christmas Past

Dec. 8

Fort Richardson State Park, Jacksboro, TX. Observe ‘ghosts’ of cavalry soldiers and their families as they celebrate Christmas in an 1870’s U.S military post. The event will begin at 5 p.m. Dec. 8. Park fees apply, $3 ages 13+. For more information call 940-567-3506 or visit their Facebook page.

Lighted Christmas Parade

Dec. 8

1727 Fannin St., Vernon, TX 76384. Bring your glad tidings and good cheer to the Lighted Christmas Parade in Vernon! The parade will begin Dec. 8 at 7:30 p.m.

Breakfast with Santa

Dec. 15

1521 Main St., Vernon, TX 76384. Who is ready to eat breakfast with the jolly man himself, Santa? Come have breakfast with Santa Dec. 15 in Vernon at 9 a.m.

Celebration of Freedom was created to celebrate the freedom we enjoy and recognize our brave men and women in uniform. Festivities feature the Celebration of Freedom Show and Shine, live music, Oklahoma’s largest silent auction, a children’s pageant and activities area, a skeet/trap shoot, kiddie car races, car show, parade, DARE dunk-a-cop fundraiser, food and craft vendors downtown on the courthouse square. Family fun for all ages.

The mission of Cowboy True is to educate the region about the honor, art and beauty of the cowboy’s daily life. Cowboy True is a celebration to honor working cowboys and the artwork that comes from their daily lives. In 2019, Cowboy True returns to its roots at The Forum. Cowboy True was originally inspired as an effort to raise awareness and funding for The Forum, formerly the home of The Woman’s Forum, which has a long association with the women and families of the North Texas cattle industry. Categories include: bits, spurs, buckles, jewelry, gun/knife engraving, saddles, boots, trappings/gear, photography, paintings, drawings, sculptures, carving and cowboy cartoons. Friday night events include the artists’ reception and opening, Saturday will see daytime activities and the exhibit open to the public, while Saturday evening will consist of a night dinner, live auction and entertainment. All proceeds go to The Forum to assist with programming and mission fulfillment.

Vintage. Unique. Re-purposed. Handmade. Eclectic. Presented by Wichita County Heritage Society, this event will entice visitors to enjoy the weekend shopping. March 30 and March 31 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Vintage. Unique. Re-purposed. Handmade. Eclectic. Presented by Wichita County Heritage Society, this event will entice visitors to enjoy the weekend shopping. March 30 and March 31 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.