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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.
A Wichita Falls Holiday Celebration
Dec. 15
Memorial Auditorium, 1300 7th Street, Wichita Falls, TX 76301.
Come share your favorite holiday music with family and friends. It’s a sparkling celebration with carols, classics, and sing-a-longs. A holiday tradition! December 15 at the Memorial Auditorium. Program: A Wichita Falls Holiday Celebration, Tchaikovsky: Nutcracker Suite, Leroy Anderson: Bugler’s Holiday. Leroy Anderson: The Typewriter, Wendel: Overture to a Merry Christmas. Wendel: Caribbean Sleigh Ride, Dreams of Fireflies: Trans-Siberian Orchestra. Pietro Yon: Gesu Bambino, Side-by-side with WF Youth Symphony Orchestra: Finnegan: Christmas Sing-a-long, Shostakovich: Festive Overture, Ravel: Bolero. Anderson: Sleigh Ride. Tickets available at www.wfso.org.
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.
Improve your ranch management skills, learn about state and national issues, enjoy live music and entertainment, and shop the largest ranching expo in the region at the Cattle Raisers Convention on March 29-31 at the Fort Worth Convention Center.
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.
