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Calendar: Family Friendly

Burton Cotton Gin Festival

 Saturday, April 18th, 2026 :: 10:00am - 6:00pm
 Texas Cotton Gin Museum
 Event Details

Come celebrate history in the making at the 37th Annual Burton Cotton Gin Festival on Saturday, April 18th, 2025. This charming small-town Texas festival is FREE and family-friendly, featuring a parade, live music, contests, games, arts and crafts, delicious food and drinks, an antique tractor pull, an engine show, and classic cars on display.

Fortnightly Club Annual Used Book Sale

 Saturday, February 21st, 2026 :: 9:00am - 5:00pm
 Washington County Expo
 Event Details

6 full days of the Fortnightly Club Annual Used Book Sale – February 16 – February 21, 2026 in the Commercial Exhibits Building at the Washington County Expo!

Fortnightly Club Annual Used Book Sale

 Monday, February 16th, 2026 :: 9:00am - 6:00pm
 Washington County Expo
 Event Details

6 full days of the Fortnightly Club Annual Used Book Sale – February 16 – February 21, 2026 in the Commercial Exhibits Building at the Washington County Expo!

Movie Night – Polar Express

 Saturday, December 20th, 2025 :: 5:30pm - 8:30pm
 Antique Rose Emporium
 Event Details

Looking for a day filled with Christmas cheer? All aboard the Polar Express! Join us for a cozy showing of this holiday classic while sipping hot chocolate and getting into the festive spirit! Last Movie Night of the Season.

Christmas Gnome Container Workshop

 Saturday, December 20th, 2025 :: 10:00am - 11:00am
 Antique Rose Emporium
 Event Details

Get festive with us! Join our Gnome Planter Workshop and create a charming plant container that looks like a holiday gnome. Perfect for adding a bit of whimsy to your home or as a unique gift. All materials provided, just bring your creativity! Don’t miss out on this fun, family-friendly event!! $35/person – recommended for ages 12 and up

Snow Globe Decorating

 Friday, December 19th, 2025 :: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
 Antique Rose Emporium
 Event Details

Come join us for a delightful Snow Globe Decorating event! Create magical memories together as you craft your own sparkling snow globes to cherish for years to come. $15/person

Annual Teddy Bear Parade

 Saturday, December 13th, 2025 :: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
 Chappell Hill Chamber of Commerce
 Event Details

Bring your kiddos to downtown Chappell Hill for our annual Teddy Bear Parade. Lots of fun activities for the children. Sit and talk to Santa, bring your Teddy Bear for the parade. Don’t miss this free event for the little children. More details to come.

Ornament Painting Class

 Saturday, December 13th, 2025 :: 11:00am - 12:00pm
 Antique Rose Emporium
 Event Details

Join us for a cozy and creative glass ornament decorating class! Make beautiful ornaments to add a personal touch to your holiday decorations. $10/person – Purchase your tickets at antiqueroseemporium.com. Ages 13 and up

The Greatest Gift Nativity Display

 Saturday, December 6th, 2025 :: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
 1400 Niebuhr Street Brenham, TX 77833
 Event Details

2025 Greatest Gift will be Friday, December 5th & Saturday, December 6th 2025 from 6pm-9pm.
We will have over 400 International Nativities displayed and the Live Nativity with animals both nights.
Only on Friday December 5th at 7pm is our music performance from Local Artists.

We invite everyone to come experience a wonderful Brenham tradition that will welcome the Christmas season!

Christmas Stroll in Downtown Brenham

 Saturday, December 6th, 2025 :: 6:00pm - 10:00pm
 Main Street Brenham
 Event Details

Saturday, we’ll have a number of fun activities including Breakfast with Santa and live music and dance performances, caroling and so much more, holiday fun abounds in Downtown Brenham!
The annual Lighted Parade is Saturday starting at 6pm!

The Greatest Gift Nativity Display

 Friday, December 5th, 2025 :: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
 1400 Niebuhr Street Brenham, TX 77833
 Event Details

2025 Greatest Gift will be Friday, December 5th & Saturday, December 6th 2025 from 6pm-9pm.
We will have over 400 International Nativities displayed and the Live Nativity with animals both nights.
Only on Friday December 5th at 7pm is our music performance from Local Artists.

We invite everyone to come experience a wonderful Brenham tradition that will welcome the Christmas season!

Brenham First Fridays Farmer & Artisan Market

 Friday, December 5th, 2025 :: 3:00pm - 6:00pm
 Main Street Brenham
 Event Details

Join us on the First Friday of each month for the Brenham Farmer & Artisan Market featuring fresh, local foods and products all right on the Courthouse square in the heart of Downtown Brenham!

Trivia and Nacho Night at Brazos Valley Brewing Company

 Thursday, November 20th, 2025 :: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
 Brazos Valley Brewing Company
 Event Details

The taproom is open from 3 to 9 PM on Thursdays. Trivia starts at 6 PM so come early to get set up and grab a bevvy. BVB Food Truck will be open and we’ll have Brewery Bites of our famous Loaded Nachos and giant Pretzels. We have indoor and outdoor seating, playground for the kiddos, and dogs are welcome outside on a leash. Cheers!

Fall Movie Night – Charlotte’s Web

 Saturday, November 15th, 2025 :: 6:00pm - 9:30pm
 Antique Rose Emporium
 Event Details

We are thrilled to bring you FREE movies in our beautiful Nursery & Display Gardens this Fall! Join us for an unforgettable movie night under the stars. Feel free to bring your picnic! Drive on back to the entrance on Sam Houston at 6:00PM for your convenience and movie will play at dusk (7-7:30PM)

Trivia and Nacho Night at Brazos Valley Brewing Company

 Thursday, November 13th, 2025 :: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
 Brazos Valley Brewing Company
 Event Details

The taproom is open from 3 to 9 PM on Thursdays. Trivia starts at 6 PM so come early to get set up and grab a bevvy. BVB Food Truck will be open and we’ll have Brewery Bites of our famous Loaded Nachos and giant Pretzels. We have indoor and outdoor seating, playground for the kiddos, and dogs are welcome outside on a leash. Cheers!

Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site Grand “Re-opening”

 Saturday, November 8th, 2025 :: 10:00am - 5:00pm
 Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site
 Event Details

Be one of the first to check out the epic $51 million dollar redevelopment at Washington-on-the-Brazos. Ribbon Cutting occurs at 10 am at the Visitor Center. Afterwards, the program “Citizens of the Republic” will take place until 4:30 at the newly recreated Washington Townsite Experience. This program will feature interactive and engaging living history programs in a choose your own adventure format! Scheduled historical scenes will be performed at Independence Hall, and at the newly created Sam Houston’s President’s Office, and the Congress Hall at Hatfield’s Exchange. Visitors will also be able to tour the newly renovated Star of the Republic Museum and Visitors Center. Food trucks will be on site providing food for visitors throughout the day. You won’t want to miss this once in a generation event!

Brenham First Fridays Farmer & Artisan Market

 Friday, November 7th, 2025 :: 3:00pm - 6:00pm
 Main Street Brenham
 Event Details

Join us on the First Friday of each month for the Brenham Farmer & Artisan Market featuring fresh, local foods and products all right on the Courthouse square in the heart of Downtown Brenham!

Trivia and Nacho Night at Brazos Valley Brewing Company

 Thursday, November 6th, 2025 :: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
 Brazos Valley Brewing Company
 Event Details

The taproom is open from 3 to 9 PM on Thursdays. Trivia starts at 6 PM so come early to get set up and grab a bevvy. BVB Food Truck will be open and we’ll have Brewery Bites of our famous Loaded Nachos and giant Pretzels. We have indoor and outdoor seating, playground for the kiddos, and dogs are welcome outside on a leash. Cheers!

Antique Rose Emporium’s Fall Festival of Roses

 Sunday, November 2nd, 2025 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Antique Rose Emporium
 Event Details

Mark your calendars for our Fall Festival of Roses—a beloved annual tradition celebrating learning, community, and the beauty of the garden!
This special weekend is free to attend and includes complimentary access to all seminars. Stroll through our artisan vendor market to discover unique, handcrafted treasures, and savor delicious offerings from local food trucks. Don’t miss the raffle for a chance to take home a rose of your choice!
On Sunday morning, join us for a peaceful worship service followed by inspiring guest presentations throughout the day.
Whether you’re a seasoned rosarian or simply a garden enthusiast, the Fall Festival of Roses is the perfect gathering to learn, connect, and celebrate together.

3nd Annual “Viva La Vida” Latin Hispanic Market

 Saturday, November 1st, 2025 :: 10:00am - 5:00pm
 A Little Piece of Mexico
 Event Details

✨ 3rd Annual Viva La Vida, Latin ~ Hispanic Market ✨
Hosted by A Little Piece of Mexico
Join us as we proudly honor our Hispanic roots, celebrating culture, community, and family in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere! 💯 Everyone is welcome!
🎶 Live Music & Cultural Entertainment
Experience the rhythms, colors, and traditions that bring our heritage to life.

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