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January 10 - The Voice of Elvis & Legends Tour, New Braunfels - Jesse Aron, International Champion performs a special Elvis Birthday Concert. 830-627-0808 (3357)

February 5 - March 1 - Watercolor Group 15th Annual Juried Show, Kerrville - 830-895-2911 Kerr Arts & Cultural Center (4021)

February 6 - 28 - A Bench in the Sun, Ingram - A once famous actress moves into a retirement home and two longtime friends compete for her attention. (800) 459-4223 Point Theatre, Hwy 39 (4022)

February 7- 22 - Central Texas Renaissance Faire, Dale - Tournaments every day with Grand Tourney on February 22. 512-447-5309 1345 Pebblestone Rd (4023)

February 12 - Abilene ArtWalk, Abilene - Bring the entire family to historic downtown where restaurants, shops, museums, galleries and live entertainment await you. 325-677-8389 Downtown Abilene (4024)

February 12 - 21 - National Cutting Horse Association Championship Finals, Amarillo - Almost 600 of the top cutters and horses in the nation come together for this Super Bowl of cutting events. It is the largest equestrian event in Amarillo. 817-244-6188 Amarillo National Center (4025)

February 13 - 24 - FESTIVAL Galveston, Galveston - The island comes alive with 11 extravagant parades, more than 50 galas and festive events, bead throwing, exhibits, live entertainment in local clubs, and the best Gulf Coast cuisine in the world. One of the most popular annual events to take place in Texas, the event is rich with laughter, celebration and people watching. There is something for everyone including a beachfront carnival, shopping, and nightlife featuring everything from Cajun and salsa to jazz and rock and roll. 888-425-4753 Galveston Historic Strand District (4026)

February 13 - March 14 - Kiss & Tell, Cleburne - Nostalgic comedy invoving WWII era teenage girls. 817-202-0600 Plaza Theater, 111 S. Main (4027)

February 13 - 15 - Valentine Getaway, Belton - With friends or a loved one Stay in Belton for Valentines Weekend. Enjoy Dinner and a Movie at the Historical Beltonian Theater. Valentines Day Tea at Vintage Daze Antique Shop. Just to name a few things to do! 254-939-3551 Central Ave. (4028)

February 13 - 15 - Chocolate Fantasy Weekend, Kerrville - Features gourmet dinner on Friday evening and lavish chocolate buffet on Sunday. Exciting raffle and auction items include chocolate colored diamond earrings. 830-895-2911 Kerr Arts & Cultural Center (4029)

February 13 - 15 - Third Monday Trade Days, McKinney - One of the oldest trade day markets in Texas, with more than 750 indoor and outdoor booths offering antiques, collectibles, food, specialty products and much more. If you haven't been to Third Monday, you just haven't been shopping. 972-562-5466 4550 W. University Drive (4030)

February 14 - Original Team Roping, Kerrville - Enjoy cowboys competing in this exciting event 806-499-3584 Hill Country Youth Exhibit Ctr., 3705 Hwy 27E (4031)

February 14 - 15 - Guadalupe Valley Dog Fanciers AKC Dog Show, San Marcos - The Guadalupe Valley Dog Fanciers are hosting their AKC licensed conformation dog shows, free to the public. 512-357-6102 Hays County Civic Center (4032)

February 17 - Concert Brazos Chamber Orchestra, Cleburne - The BCO is a nonprofit organization composed of 50 - 60 musicians from local communities, as well as faculty and students from Hill College, Southwestern Adventist University and area high schools Time: 7:30 P.M. 817-938-4356 First Baptist Church, 105 E. Willingham (4033)

February 19 - 22 - Mardi Gras of Southeast Texas, Port Arthur - This four-day event brings to Southeast Texas nine exciting parades, magnificent costumes, Mardi Gras floats, concerts, street entertainment, arts and crafts, ethnic and carnival food concessions, KidZone, fireworks, street dances, carnival rides and games, souvenirs, ongoing activities, Mardi Gras beauty pageant, treasure hunt and more. 409-721-8717 600 block of Procter Street, Downtown (4034)

February 20 - 22 - FESTIVAL Mardi Gras Upriver, Jefferson - Let the good times roll as you celebrate the Purple, Green and Gold during this 3-day celebration. Doo Dah Parade, Grande Parade Children's Parade, live music, carnival, street vendors and much more. Fun for entire family. 903-665-3733 Downtown Jefferson (4035)

February 20 - 21 - Habitat for Humanity Beaumont Mardi Gras, Beaumont - Enjoy 2 parades, carnival, festive events, bead throwing, live entertainment, and the best food in Southeast Texas. There is something for everyone including "Family Day" at the Art Museum of Southeast Texas and nightlife at Crockett Street Entertainment District featuring everything from Cajun and Jazz to Texas Country and Rock and Roll. Thousands of people attend the Beaumont Mardi Gras festivities each year to experience the party of a lifetime. Join us for food, music and fun. 409-832-5853 Downtown Beaumont (4036)

February 21 - Star Party, Kerrville - View Venus and Saturn in the night sky. Programming available for all ages, including after-program viewing using telescopes. 830-257-4837 Riverside Nature Center (4037)

February 21 - 22 - Texas Wild Bunch Art Show, Kerrville - Art show to benefit the Former Texas Rangers Foundation. Quick-draw contest, silent auction, and live entertainment. 830-367-7775 Hill Country Youth Exhibit Ctr (4038)

February 21 - 22 - Old Gruene Market Days, New Braunfels - 100 vendors feature uniquely crafted items, and packaged Texas foods. Enjoy entertainment, restaurants and over 25 permanent shops. 830-832-1721 Gruene Historic District (4039)

February 22 - October 19 - The Woodlands: Donoho's Jewellers Winter Wonderland, Woodlands - Before or after skating, take pleasure in Donoho's Jewellers Winter Wonderland. Follow the pathways lighted with storybook displays leading to The Ice Rink. Wander among the fantasyland of magical, lighted toy soldiers, elves, doves, musical angels and snowmen. Donoho's Jewellers Winter Wonderland is free and open daily from dusk until 11 p.m. beginning November 22 and running through January 5, 2009. Parking for The Ice Rink at The Woodlands Town Center and Donoho's Jewellers Winter Wonderland is available at the Town Center Garage adjacent to the Cynthia Woods. 281-363-2447 The Woodlands Waterway at Six Pines (4020)

February 22 - March 1 - Charro Days Fiesta, Brownsville - Celebrated with a four day Latin Festival each year since 1938, complete with elaborate costuming, carnivals, parades, dances. A program of events is held in both Brownsville and its sister city, Matamoros, Mexico, which demonstrates the relationship between both countries. This is a spectacular and colorful event with spectators and participants dressing up in traditional Mexican costume. 956-542-4245 (4040)

February 23 - 24 - Sounds of Synergy, Kerrville - Quartet will provide a veritable fireworks display of outstanding musical ability, combined with superb showmanship. 830-896-9393 Cailloux Theater (4041)

February 24 - Mardi Gras Celebration, Lake Dallas - Lake Dallas' Main Street is transformed into Denton County's only Mardi Gras Celebration. Live music and a kidzone featuring pony rides, inflatables, rock climbing wall, face painting, balloon sculpting and more! Contests for kids and adults alike for cash prizes! 940-497-2226 Lake Dallas City Hall (4042)

February 26 - March 1 - Celebration of Whooping Cranes & Other Birds, Port Aransas - Celebrating the endangered whooping crane, this festival features presentations by world renowned conservation and nature experts, guided birding tours, both by boat and bus, educational exhibits, workshops, nature related juried trade show, and an opportunity to see the last wild migrating flock of whooping cranes in North America. 800-452-6278 Various Places in Port Aransas (4043)

February 27 - March 1 - Cowboy Poetry Gathering, Alpine - The gathering exists to preserve the oral tradition of the West through poetry, music and storytelling. Daytime sessions are free, donations accepted. 432-364-2490 Sul Ross State University Campus (4044)

February 27 - March 8 - Matagorda County Fair, Bay City - (979) 245-2454 (3317)

February 28 - April 26 - Trappings of Texas, Alpine - Jurried, by invitation only, exhibit featuring the best in Western art & gear. 432-837-8730 Museum of the Big Bend (4045)

February 28 - Original Team Roping, Kerrville - Enjoy cowboys competing in this exciting event. 806-499-3584 Hill Country Youth Exhibit Ctr (4046)

February 28 - March 1 - AKC Obedience & Rally Trials, Kerrville - American kennel Club approved obedience and rally trials. 830-257-7814 Hill Country Youth Exhibit Ctr (4047)

March 1 - 31 - Parade of Quilts, Flatonia - Downtown store windows display variety of heirloom or decorative quilts. Some shops have more displays inside shops. 361-865-3920 North & South Main Street (4048)

March 3 - 22 - Annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, Houston - Big city, big rodeo. World's largest stock show; live country music performances by the genre's biggest stars and top-notch PRCA rodeo action in comfort of the Reliant Stadium. Features seven PRCA and WPRA events: bareback bronc riding, barrel racing, bull riding, calf roping, saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling and team roping. Parade, carnival, and barbecue cook-off, too. 832-667-1000 Reliant Stadium (4049)

March 4 - Texas Heritage Music, Kerrville - Open mike night for writers, musicians and artists to showcase their work. 830-792-1945 Texas Heritage Coffeehouse (4050)

March 5 - 8 - Symphony, Kerrville - For the Young and Young at Heart Classical music concert performed by musicians from the Hill Country. Features selections by Mussorgsky, Smerana and Rachmaninoff. 830-792-7469 Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St. (4051)

March 5 - 31 - Kerrville Art Club Annual Juried Show., Kerrville - Inspirations - Kerrville Art Club Annual Juried Show. 830-895-2911 Kerr Arts & Cultural Ctr, 228 Earl Garrett (4052)

March 5- 8 - 30th Annual Fulton Oysterfest, Fulton - Oysterfest officials have been working with seafood sources along the Texas Gulf Coast to locate the freshest oysters and other seafood for this event. Oysterfest will also have live music, carnival, parade and an oyster eating contest. Proceeds benefit the Fulton Volunteer Fire Department. 361-463-9955 Fulton Harborfront (4053)

March 6 - First Fridays in Historic Downtown Bryan, Bryan - First Fridays in Historic Downtown Bryan has artist demonstrations, horse drawn carriage rides, live music, happy hours and more. Carriage rides at La Salle Hotel, 120 S. Main St. & Art Gallery is at Frame Gallery, 216 N. Bryan Ave. of every month. 979-778-3688 Downtown (4054)

March 6 - Cowboy Breakfast, Austin - Start off your morning right with free grub, cowboy kettle coffee and live entertainment. Just put on your best Western gear and join us for the Cowboy Breakfast. This free event encourages all Austinites to come out and help kick off the Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo. Time: 6am-10am. Cost: FREE. 512-919-3000 (4055)

March 7 - Old Town Festival, Port Aransas - Visitors will enjoy storytelling by old island residents, a parade, kids' activities, an evening dinner with music and a live auction. Activities begin at 2:00 pm. Free 361-748-4158 Corner of Bundrette & Alister (4056)

March 7 - 8 - Hill Country Home Show, Kerrville - Designed for current and future homeowners in all stages of building, remodeling and decorating. 830-895-5424 (4057)

March 7 - 8 - Wine, Art, and Food Festival, Spring - Located just 20 miles north of Houston, Old Town Spring invites you to its Annual two-day celebration of Texas wineries and artists. A pleasant stroll around the town will acquaint you with Texas wineries offering tastings of some of their finest wines, talented Texas artists showing their original art and 150 unique shops in the historic railroad town. 800-653-8696 (4058)

March 12 - CONCERT, Kerrville - An Evening with Robert Earl Keen Enjoy the music of Robert Earl Keen, his homemade batch of music includes a fresh fusion of country, folk, blues and funk, intertwined with a wry lyrical finesse. Benefit: HC Youth Orchestra. 830-634-7814 Cailloux Theater (4062)

March 12 - ArtWalk, Abilene - Bring the entire family to historic downtown where restaurants, shops, museums, galleries and live entertainment await you. 325-677-8389 Historic Downtown Abilene (4063)

March 13 - 22 - South by Southwest Music Festival and Conference, Austin - Over 1,800 musical acts from around the globe on over eighty stages in downtown Austin. 512-467-7979 Convention Center (4061)

March 13 - 28 - Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo, Austin - 512) 919-3000 Fairgrounds 7311 Decker Lane (3316)

March 14 - April 5 - Abilene Days, Abilene - 50th Annual Azalea and Spring Flower Trail Mile after mile of azaleas, dogwood trees and spring flowers that you have to see to believe. The breathtaking beauty of our Azalea and Spring Flower Trail has been praised by visitors as a floral wonderland and a photographer's paradise. We invite you to enjoy the vivid colors and sweet scents that only an East Texas Spring can provide. 800-235-5712 Tyler's Historic Azalea District (4059)

March 14 - Annual Athens YMCA Triathlon, Athens - This annual event is considered a Sprint Triathlon, one of the first of the season. This triathlon has been rated as an outstanding for the beginning triathlete and a great warm-up for the experienced competitor. Event consists of a 300m pool swim, 14-mile bike, and 5k run. 903-264-9622 915 S. Palestine (Cain Center) (4060)

March 27 - 29 - Tomball German Heritage Festival, Tomball - Music Street Festival celebrating German heritage on the Old Town sreets of Tomball. (281) 379 -6844 (2594)

March 27 - 29 - German Heritage Festival, Tomball - Music Festival Downtown. Live Music/Dancing. Food/Beer. Carnival. Arts-Crafts Antiques Fireworks Fun. (281)379-6844 (2985)

March 27 - April 5 - 52nd Annual Montgomery County Fair & Rodeo, Conroe - "A Texas Tradition - Youth and Education" (936)760-3631 (2954)

April 4 - 4th Annual Run For Humanity, Sealy - This is a 5-K run for Habitat for Humanity of Austin County.Info at hfhaustincounty.org. 979-865-2855 Anderson St. Church of Christ (4561)

April 17 - 19 - Antique Alley Texas and 25 Miles of Sale, Grandview - 100's of vendors selling antiques, hand made arts and crafts. Family friendly. 817-240-4948 (4019)

May 1 -3 - Central Texas Airshow, Temple - You won't want to miss our awesome night show! (254)298-5610 Draughon-Miller Central Texas Airport (2986)

May 15 - 17 - Pasadena Strawberry Festival, Pasadena - (281) 991-9500 (3318)

June 5 - 7 - AlleyFest, Longview - Three day arts and crafts festival including Food Fest, Music Fest, Kids Fest and Alley Run. (903)237-4000 (2987)

June 5 - 6 - Historic Mansfield Arts Festival, Mansfield - Live music, food and original art. Featuring jewelry, paintings, woodworking, more. 817-842-1051 (4619)

June 19 - 21 - Boerne Berges Fest, Boerne - Celebrating German Heritage in the Texas Hill Country. (830)428-8778 Down Town (2988)

September 18 - 20 - ANTIQUE ALLEY & YARD SALE, Cleburne - Since 1999, this country shopping extravaganza has grown to 25 miles via FM 4 S from Cleburne. 817-641-0183 (5575)

October 16- 17 - Historic Mansfield Music Festival - Hot Beats & Cold Brews, Mansfield - Delbert McClinton LIVE! Food, car show, beverages - but NO WHINE! Free Admission, (4764)

October 23 - 25 - 30th Annual Kerr County Fair, Kerrville - (830)257-6833 Hill Country Youth Exhibit Center State Hwy. (3320)

December 12 - 2009 German Christmas Market, Tomball - 80 unique and interesting street vendors German Christmas items, arts and crafts. Live Music. (281) 379 -6844 (5648)

2010 Events

January 9 - 26th Annual Longest Causeway Run & Fitness Walk, Port Isabel - The 6.2-mile (10K) course starts at the Port Isabel Community Center and ends in front of Louie's Backyard on South Padre Island. Begins at 10 a.m. Registration is at the Port Isabel Community Center, with the awards ceremony at Louie's Backyard on South Padre Island. Queen Isabella Causeway. (800)527-6102 (5788)

January 15 - 17 - Disco Days & Boogie Nights, Fort Worth - Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra. 817/665-6000 Bass Performance Hall (5789)

February 4 - 21 - San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo, San Antonio - Grandstand Entertainment: Feb.4 Randy Houser Xtreme Bulls 7pm, Feb.5 Lady Antebellus, 7:30pm, Feb.6 Tim MGraw, 1pm & 7:30pm, Feb.7 Selena Gomez 1pm, Feb.8 John Rich with Cowboy Troy Friday 7pm, Feb.9 Darious Rucker 7pm, Feb.10 Third Day 7pm, Feb. 11 Casey Donahew Band 7pm. 210-225-5851 AT&T Center and Freeman Coliseum Grounds (7017)

February 5- May 16 - Mardi Gras Galveston, Galveston Island - 11 extravagant parades, more than 50 galas and festive events, bead throwing, exhibits, live entertainment in local clubs. (888) 425-4753 (7018)

February 5 -7 - FESTIVAL Mardi Gras Upriver, Jefferson - Let the good times roll as you celebrate the Purple, Green and Gold during this 3-day celebration. Doo Dah Parade, Grande Parade Children's Parade, live music, carnival, street vendors and much more. Fun for entire family. 903-665-3733 (6265)

February 6-7, 13-14 & 20-21 - Spring Faire Galveston, Galveston - The island comes alive with 11 extravagant parades, more than 50 galas and festive events, bead throwing, exhibits, live entertainment in local clubs, and the best Gulf Coast cuisine in the world. One of the most popular annual events to take place in Texas, the event is rich with laughter, celebration and people watching. There is something for everyone including a beachfront carnival, shopping, and nightlife featuring everything from Cajun and salsa to jazz and rock and roll. (6262)

February 11 - 14 - Mardi Gras of Southeast, Port Arthur - This four-day event brings to Southeast Texas nine exciting parades, magnificent costumes, Mardi Gras floats, concerts, street entertainment, arts and crafts, ethnic and carnival food concessions, KidZone, fireworks, street dances, carnival rides and games, souvenirs, ongoing activities, Mardi Gras beauty pageant, treasure hunt and more. 409-721-8717 (6264)

February 18 - 28 - San Angelo Livestock Show and Rodeo, San Angelo - 915-653-3386 (7019)

February 21-27 - Charro Days Fiesta, Brownsville - Celebrated with a four day Latin Festival each year since 1938, complete with elaborate costuming, carnivals, parades, dances. A program of events is held in both Brownsville and its sister city, Matamoros, Mexico, which demonstrates the relationship between both countries. This is a spectacular and colorful event with spectators and participants dressing up in traditional Mexican costume. 956-542-4245 (6266)

February 26 - March 7 - Matagorda County Fair, Bay City - (979) 245-2454 (6267)

February 26 - 28 - Cowboy Poetry Gathering, Alpine - The gathering exists to preserve the oral tradition of the West through poetry, music and storytelling. Daytime sessions are free, donations accepted. 432-364-2490 (6268)

February 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 4 - Sherwood Forest Faire, Paige - 106 acres of Central Texas forest transformed into 12th Century England Sherwood Forest Faire, the enchanted forest of merriment, today announced its inaugural 2010 season every weekend from Feb. 27 through April 4, 2010. (7082)

March 2 - 21 - 2010 Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, Houston - (832)667-1000 Reliant Center (5790)

March 2 - 21 - Annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, Houston - Big city, big rodeo. World's largest stock show; live country music performances by the genre's biggest stars and top-notch PRCA rodeo action in comfort of the Reliant Stadium. Features seven PRCA and WPRA events: bareback bronc riding, barrel racing, bull riding, calf roping, saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling and team roping. Parade, carnival, and barbecue cook-off, too. 832-667-1000 (6269)

March 4- 6 - Matagorda County Fair and Rodeo, Bay City - Theme this Year: A Treasure Chest of Matagorda County 979-245-2454 (7020)

March 12 - 21 - Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show, Mercedes - 956-565-2456 (7021)

March 12 - 27 - Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo, Austin - 512) 919-3000 Fairgrounds (6260)

March 12-20 - Southwest Music Festival and Conference, Austin - 512-467-7979 Convention Center (6261)

March 19 - April 4 - Abilene Days fair, Abilene - 51st Annual Azalea and Spring Flower Trail Mile after mile of azaleas, dogwood trees and spring flowers that you have to see to believe. The breathtaking beauty of our Azalea and Spring Flower Trail has been praised by visitors as a floral wonderland and a photographer's paradise. We invite you to enjoy the vivid colors and sweet scents that only an East Texas Spring can provide. 800-235-5712 (6259)

March 25 - April 4 - South Texas State Fair, Beaumont - Come help us Celebrate next South Texas State Spring Fair. 409-832-9991 Ford Park Event Center (7022)

March 25 - 27 - Young County Rodeo, Graham - (940)521-0434 (7023)

March 26- 27 - Walker County Fair and Rodeo, Huntsville - Theme this Year: Blue Jeans and Country Dreams 936-291-8763 (7024)

March 26 - 28 - German Heritage Festival - 10Th Anniversary, Tomball - No admission or parking fees. Fri 6pm-10pm Sat10am-10pm Sun10am-6pm Four Stages of Live Music * Alpenfest * Chris Rybak * Folk Dancers * Arts Crafts * Food * Bier * Wein Carnival * Fireworks * Bluegrass * Bicycle Rally * Kid's Area * German Church * Heritage Center Fun for the whole family. You don't have to be German to enjoy this festival. (281) 379- 6844 Historical Depot Plaza (6665)

March 27 - 29 - ABR Sanctioned Bucking Horse Event, Glen Rose - (254) 968-8850 (7025)

April 9 - 18 - 53rd Annual Montgomery County Fair & Rodeo, Conroe - A Texas Tradition - Youth and Education (936)760-3631 (6257)

April 16 - 18 - ANTIQUE ALLEY & YARD SALE, Cleburne - 22nd country shopping extravaganza via FM 4 S from Cleburne. 817-641-0183 (7212)

May 14 - 15 - Magnolia Music Festival & BBQ Cook-off, Plantersville - Music Fest & BBQ Cook-off, RVSITES,Zona,Jones,Bellamy Brothers,Ray Price,Corey Morrow 281-356-8013 (7545)

May 14 - 16 - 37th Annual Pasadena Strawberry Festival, Pasadena - (281) 991-9500 (6270)

June 4 - 6 - AlleyFest, Longview - Three day arts and crafts festival including Food Fest, Music Fest, Kids Fest and Alley Run. (903)237-4000 (6256)

June 18 - 20 - Boerne Berges Fest, Boerne - Celebrating German Heritage in the Texas Hill Country. (830)428-8778 (6271)

September 24 - October 17 - State Fair of Texas, Dallas - The biggest event of the year! 214-565-9931 (7016)

October 22 - 24 - 31st Annual Kerr County Fair, Kerrville - (830)257-6833 (6255)

November 13-14 & 20-21 2010 - Fall Faire FESTIVAL Galveston, Dale - The island comes alive with 11 extravagant parades, more than 50 galas and festive events, bead throwing, exhibits, live entertainment in local clubs, and the best Gulf Coast cuisine in the world. One of the most popular annual events to take place in Texas, the event is rich with laughter, celebration and people watching. There is something for everyone including a beachfront carnival, shopping, and nightlife featuring everything from Cajun and salsa to jazz and rock and roll. 512-447-5309 (6263)

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