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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Darci Lynne

 Saturday, March 28th, 2026 :: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
 Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre

Winner of NBC’s 2017 America’s Got Talent season for her brilliant ventriloquist act. Darci masterfully balances a cast of enchanting puppets with songs that are exceptionally well done by all. Lots of fun comedy and audience interaction too. Bring the kids!

Tickets: $65 – $80

Chappell Hill Bluebonnet Festival

 Saturday, April 11th, 2026 :: 12:00am - 12:00am
 Chappell Hill Historical Society & Museum

Make plans now to join the community for this year’s annual Bluebonnet Festival!
Experience one of Texas’s most beloved spring traditions featuring:
✅Over 250 juried exhibitors showcasing home décor, gardening, art, crafts, jewelry, clothing, and more.
✅Delicious country-style food from local vendors
✅Live entertainment and music throughout the weekend
✅Tours of the historic community and its beautifully preserved buildings
Hosted by the Chappell Hill Historical Society, a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to preserving the town’s history and heritage, the festival promises a high-quality, family-friendly event in the heart of the downtown National Historic District.
📍Nestled among the scenic landscapes of Washington County, Chappell Hill offers friendly faces, a relaxed atmosphere, and a perfect setting for a weekend of fun and tradition.
📍Festival Location
Up and down Main Street, Poplar Street, and the property behind the Visitor’s Center
Festival Hours
⌚️Saturday, April 11, 2026: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
⌚️Sunday, April 12, 2026: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
❓Frequently Asked Questions❓
1. Please leave your pets at home!
2. ATMs are available at several locations throughout the festival and Chappell Hill.
3. Handicapped parking available.
4. No admission fees.
5. Parking fee: $10 per vehicle.
6. No bus, RV, or oversized vehicle parking available.
7. The Children’s Court is located on the Poplar Lot between Providence St. & Poplar St.
8. Food vendors available on both Poplar Lot and Main Street.
9. Stay tuned to this page for updates, weather information, and festival announcements.
Come celebrate spring, community, and Texas heritage at the Chappell Hill Bluebonnet Festival 2026!

Spring Cleaning

 Saturday, April 11th, 2026 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barrington Living History Farm

Spring cleaning was a yearly ritual that modern conveniences have obliterated the need to do. Preparing a home for warmer weather by chasing out cobwebs and dirt, scrubbing walls and floors, was much more laborious in the 1850s than cleaning today! Help sweep, wash windows, beat rugs and mattresses, and wash and wax furniture as needed. Contact us at Barrington-Plantation@thc.texas.gov or 936-878-2214 x248 for more information.

Spring Cleaning

 Sunday, April 12th, 2026 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barrington Living History Farm

Spring cleaning was a yearly ritual that modern conveniences have obliterated the need to do. Preparing a home for warmer weather by chasing out cobwebs and dirt, scrubbing walls and floors, was much more laborious in the 1850s than cleaning today! Help sweep, wash windows, beat rugs and mattresses, and wash and wax furniture as needed. Contact us at Barrington-Plantation@thc.texas.gov or 936-878-2214 x248 for more information.

The Boys Next Door

 Thursday, April 16th, 2026 :: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
 Dr. W.W. O’Donnell Performing Arts Center

A deeply moving and hilarious comedy-drama about four intellectually disabled men and their devoted social worker, revealing the extraordinary humanity in ordinary lives with unforgettable characters who will make you laugh, cry, and think.

The Boys Next Door

 Friday, April 17th, 2026 :: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
 Dr. W.W. O’Donnell Performing Arts Center

A deeply moving and hilarious comedy-drama about four intellectually disabled men and their devoted social worker, revealing the extraordinary humanity in ordinary lives with unforgettable characters who will make you laugh, cry, and think.

Burton Cotton Gin Festival

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

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. Join us for guided tours of the Gin structure from 11 AM to 2 PM. Also at 3 PM, you can watch the 1914 Burton Farmers Gin in action as it processes a bale of cotton!