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, June 20th, 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, June 21st, 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.

Julia’s Wine 101

 Wednesday, June 24th, 2026 :: 6:00pm - 10:00pm
 HSF Biergarten

Join us the last Wednesday of each month for a crash course in wine appreciation! From geography and climate to fermentation and aging, we’ll talk about everything involved in producing a bottle of wine!

Family Style Farm Feast

 Friday, June 26th, 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.

Mat & Savanna Shaw

 Saturday, June 27th, 2026 :: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
 Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre

This amazing father/daughter duo performs favorite uplifting songs for America’s 250th birthday. Good Morning America said, “this father-daughter duo’s music is bringing hope.” Their eight albums hit the top 10 across iTunes and Amazon charts, and #1 on worldwide Billboard charts.

Tickets: $80 – $95

Farmer & Artisan Market

 Friday, July 3rd, 2026 :: 3:00pm - 6:00pm
 Main Street Brenham

First Fridays Farmers & Artisan Market is an open-air market with local artisan/craft, cottage food, farm-to-market, small business, and retail vendors.

Chappell Hill Independence Day Parade

 Saturday, July 4th, 2026 :: 10:00am - 11:00am
 Chappell Hill Chamber of Commerce

Celebrate 250 years of American independence at the “Biggest Little Small Town Parade” in Texas! Head to downtown Chappell Hill this July 4th for a patriotic celebration like no other. Enjoy the famous Marching Kazoo Band, amazing parade entries, and a small town tradition with bit spirit.