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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Plows & Petticoats: A Women’s Role

 Sunday, May 17th, 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.

Family Style Farm Feast

 Friday, May 22nd, 2026 :: 12:00am - 12:00am
 Deeply Rooted Ranch

Enjoy a casual, locally sourced and thoughtfully crafted meal in Deeply Rooted Ranch’s welcoming dining room. Served family style at our communal tables, making friends and meeting neighbors is highly encouraged!

The menu will consist of a locally sourced protein, 2 farm sides, a salad, house made breads or rolls and a delicious, seasonal dessert. Water, tea and coffee are included.

All ages are welcome, BYOB.

Before Freedom Came

 Saturday, June 6th, 2026 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barrington Living History Farm

Soon we’ll celebrate Juneteenth, when 250,000 women, men, and children would see freedom come to Texas! But before freedom came, enslaved women and men, like Mary, Jerry, Willis, Jake, Lucy, and Charity, would labor on plantations like Barrington, sunrise to sunset – and even later – producing income and maintaining the planter’s home. Join us for a weekend of reflection on the various tasks of the enslaved on a plantation and learn more about the actual enslaved individuals we have recorded at Barrington. Contact us at Barrington-Plantation@thc.texas.gov or 936-878-2214 x248 for more information.

Endless Summer: America’s Beach Boys Experience

 Saturday, June 6th, 2026 :: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
 Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre

Ranked #1 by Pro Tribute Bands who said, “they meticulously recreate the spirit and sound of the original Beach Boys with pure unadulterated harmonic bliss.” You’ll sing along to all these songs about surfing, hot rods, Surfer Girl, Fun Fun Fun, Good Vibrations and many more favorite hits.

Tickets: $60 – $75

Before Freedom Came

 Sunday, June 7th, 2026 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barrington Living History Farm

Soon we’ll celebrate Juneteenth, when 250,000 women, men, and children would see freedom come to Texas! But before freedom came, enslaved women and men, like Mary, Jerry, Willis, Jake, Lucy, and Charity, would labor on plantations like Barrington, sunrise to sunset – and even later – producing income and maintaining the planter’s home. Join us for a weekend of reflection on the various tasks of the enslaved on a plantation and learn more about the actual enslaved individuals we have recorded at Barrington. Contact us at Barrington-Plantation@thc.texas.gov or 936-878-2214 x248 for more information.