Texas Renaissance Festival 
City: Plantersville
The sights, sounds, tastes and beauty of the 16th century come alive for eight spectacular weekends. 
www.texrenfest.com

Terlingua International Chili Championship 
City: Terlingua 
Features music entertainment on Thursday through Saturday. Includes a competition in wings, salsa and beans. 
www.chili.org

Wurstfest 
City: New Braunfels
Offers a celebration rich in German culture and full of Texas family fun. 
www.wurstfest.com

Texas Book Festival 
City: Austin 
Established in 1995 by First Lady Laura Bush to honor Texas authors. 
www.texasbookfestival.org 

Gathering of the Clans 
City: Salado 
Scottish cultural festival features world-class bagpipe and drumming competition for individuals and bands. 
www.ctam-salado.org

20th Annual Heritage Syrup Festival 
City: Henderson 
Celebrates East Texas Heritage, centering on all-day ribbon cane syrup making.
www.depotmuseum.com

Wonderland of Lights 
City: Marshall 
This is a spectacular Christmas event with a parade, home tours, carriage rides, outdoor ice skating and live entertainment. 
www.marshalltxchamber.com

Holiday River Parade 
City: San Antonio 
Begins at 7 p.m. Along the River Walk.