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Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo

Feb. 27 – March 18

NRG Center, 3 NRG Park, Houston, Texas 77054. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo promotes agriculture by hosting an annual, family-friendly experience that educates and entertains the public, supports Texas youth and showcases Western heritage. Connect with #RODEOHOUSTON online via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. For ticket info and scheduling visit www.rodeohouston.com.

14th Annual Red River Wine & Beer Festival

March 24 • Wichita falls

JS Bridwell Ag Center, 111 N Burnett, Wichita Falls, TX 76301. Novices to connoisseurs can choose from over 44 different Texas wines to sample and craft beer tastings, all under one roof. Each guest receives a souvenir wine glass plus an official guide listing a profile of each winery at the festival and details about their offerings that day. When guests are not tasting wine, they can sample specialty beers in the Beer Corral, tap their toes to live music or learn more about wine at one of the winery booths. Hours: Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online or by phone. For more info call 940-733-4267.

Denton County Livestock Show & Rodeo

March 25-31

North Texas Fair and Rodeo Grounds, 2217 N Carroll Blvd, Denton, TX 76209. Come out March 25-31 to observe local 4-H and FFA students as they exhibit their livestock.

Wrangler Jr. High Rodeo

March 30-31 • Vernon

Events Center, 301 Wilbarger St., Vernon, Texas 76384. Come out March 30 and 31 to see the next generation of rodeo athletes compete for champion buckles. For more info call the office at 940-552-7362.

12th Annual Turkey Fest

April 4-7

Henrietta, Texas

Henrietta Courthouse Square, Henrietta, Texas 76365. Turkey Fest is the spring family-oriented festival in North Texas! Turkey Fest attracted 6,000 festival goers in 2016. We love to see our fest grow! Our team of volunteers loves this annual event. We see the positive impact on our community, our economy and the Henrietta and Clay County Chamber. Turkey Fest is not just for hunters – it’s for the whole family. We make sure that we have activities for everyone and every budget. Plus, coming to the fest is free and there are plenty of free children’s activities to keep the kids occupied! For a full schedule of events visit hccchamber.org.

April 7

Spring Fling at Chandor Gardens

Chandor Gardens, 711 West Lee Avenue, Waetherford, TX, 76086.
Help us celebrate the arrival of a long-awaited spring season in the gardens at our annual “Spring Fling!” This popular event features music, food, area artists and craftsman. Every year, our list of talented participating artists and vendors grows, and this year will be no exception. The gardens will be loaded with talented people displaying, demonstrating and selling their unique arts and crafts. Come on out and see the gardens in full bloom and bring your camera for a special family photo or two! As we grow and expand this popular event every year, we’re always looking for new and talented artists and craftsmen to come join in on the celebration and display/sell your goods to the public. This event is free to all vendors. Come one, come all! Bring your friends and family for an enjoyable day. If interested, please call 817-613-1700 or email [email protected]. See you in the gardens!