Family, friends and visitors all enjoy popular events that are planned throughout the year. Wine Walks, Fun Runs, Festivals and Fairs put smiles on faces young and young at heart!

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Cooking in the Kitchen & Quarter

 Saturday, April 25th, 2026 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barrington Living History Farm

Enslaved women and men, such as Mary, Jerry, Willis, Amy, and Charity, were an integral part of the full story of Barrington. Start your experience behind the Jones Home in the bustle of a busy plantation kitchen and take in the sights, sounds, and smells of a hearth cooked meal being prepared. Journey to the other side of the plantation and learn what foods Mary, Jerry, or Willis would prepare for themselves in the Quarter. Contact us at Barrington-Plantation@thc.texas.gov or 936-878-2214 x248 for more information.

Cooking in the Kitchen & Quarter

 Sunday, April 26th, 2026 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barrington Living History Farm

Enslaved women and men, such as Mary, Jerry, Willis, Amy, and Charity, were an integral part of the full story of Barrington. Start your experience behind the Jones Home in the bustle of a busy plantation kitchen and take in the sights, sounds, and smells of a hearth cooked meal being prepared. Journey to the other side of the plantation and learn what foods Mary, Jerry, or Willis would prepare for themselves in the Quarter. Contact us at Barrington-Plantation@thc.texas.gov or 936-878-2214 x248 for more information.

136th Brenham Maifest

 Friday, May 8th, 2026 :: 10:00am - 10:30pm
 Brenham Maifest Association

Bring the entire family and enjoy the 136th Brenham Maifest! Experience the authentic tastes and sounds of our German heritage with a colorful parade, spectacular evening performances, live entertainment, kids’ activities, carnival and lots of family fun! Don’t forget the delicious food and drinks! Free admission to the festival.

136th Brenham Maifest

 Saturday, May 9th, 2026 :: 10:00am - 10:30pm
 Brenham Maifest Association

Bring the entire family and enjoy the 136th Brenham Maifest! Experience the authentic tastes and sounds of our German heritage with a colorful parade, spectacular evening performances, live entertainment, kids’ activities, carnival and lots of family fun! Don’t forget the delicious food and drinks! Free admission to the festival.

Plows & Petticoats: A Woman’s Role

 Saturday, May 16th, 2026 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barrington Living History Farm

Learn what life was like for women in the 1850s! Sewing, cleaning, cooking, and childcare comprise the main elements of the “Domestic Sphere” of nineteenth century women. Areas of responsibility change when explored from the perspective of a mother like Mrs. Jones, or an enslaved woman, like Mary, in the field. Contact us at Barrington-Plantation@thc.texas.gov or 936-878-2214 x248 for more information.

Vinyl Radio

 Saturday, May 16th, 2026 :: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
 Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre

Returning by audience demand. Twice named Nashville’s best local band by The Nashville Scene. You’ll sing along to the biggest hits from the 1970’s from the Eagles, The Doobie Brothers, Kenny Loggins, Queen, America, Paul McCartney, Crosby Stills Nash & Young – the list goes on.

Tickets: $60 – $75