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!
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.
The Boys Next Door
Saturday, April 18th, 2026 :: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Ben and Noel Haggard
Saturday, April 18th, 2026 :: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre
You’ll think you’re listening to the iconic Merle Haggard. These brothers grew up on the stage with their father and other country stars, and now they tour the world to keep this great music alive. Grand Ole Opry stars who also appear on RFD TV.
Tickets: $90 – $105
The Boys Next Door
Sunday, April 19th, 2026 :: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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 Stranger
Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 :: 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Unity Theatre
Unity Theatre presents The Stranger, a mystery by Agatha Christie playing on the Main Stage April 23 – May 10, 2026.
In this gripping, psychological thriller, Enid questions her seven-year engagement and is looking for some spark in her lackluster life. Enter Gerald Strange, a handsome and charming gentleman, who shares her longing for adventure and sweeps her off her feet. After a whirlwind romance she leaves her home, friends and fiancée, and moves to a remote country cottage with her new husband. But she soon discovers, terrifyingly, that things are not what they appear to be.
Circle Reservations begin March 30
Subscriber Reservations begin April 7
Public Sales begin April 13
Ticket price: $30
Preview, Thursday, April 23: $24
Thursdays at 7:30pm; Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00pm; and Sundays at 2:00pm.
Talk Back: Thursday, April 23
Director’s Chat: Saturday, May 2
For tickets and information, visit www.UnityBrenham.org or contact the Box Office at 979-830-8358.
The Stranger
Friday, April 24th, 2026 :: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Unity Theatre
Unity Theatre presents The Stranger, a mystery by Agatha Christie playing on the Main Stage April 23 – May 10, 2026.
In this gripping, psychological thriller, Enid questions her seven-year engagement and is looking for some spark in her lackluster life. Enter Gerald Strange, a handsome and charming gentleman, who shares her longing for adventure and sweeps her off her feet. After a whirlwind romance she leaves her home, friends and fiancée, and moves to a remote country cottage with her new husband. But she soon discovers, terrifyingly, that things are not what they appear to be.
Circle Reservations begin March 30
Subscriber Reservations begin April 7
Public Sales begin April 13
Ticket price: $30
Preview, Thursday, April 23: $24
Thursdays at 7:30pm; Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00pm; and Sundays at 2:00pm.
Talk Back: Thursday, April 23
Director’s Chat: Saturday, May 2
For tickets and information, visit www.UnityBrenham.org or contact the Box Office at 979-830-8358.
The Stranger
Friday, April 24th, 2026 :: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Unity Theatre
Unity Theatre presents The Stranger, a mystery by Agatha Christie playing on the Main Stage April 23 – May 10, 2026.
In this gripping, psychological thriller, Enid questions her seven-year engagement and is looking for some spark in her lackluster life. Enter Gerald Strange, a handsome and charming gentleman, who shares her longing for adventure and sweeps her off her feet. After a whirlwind romance she leaves her home, friends and fiancée, and moves to a remote country cottage with her new husband. But she soon discovers, terrifyingly, that things are not what they appear to be.
Circle Reservations begin March 30
Subscriber Reservations begin April 7
Public Sales begin April 13
Ticket price: $30
Preview, Thursday, April 23: $24
Thursdays at 7:30pm; Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00pm; and Sundays at 2:00pm.
Talk Back: Thursday, April 23
Director’s Chat: Saturday, May 2
For tickets and information, visit www.UnityBrenham.org or contact the Box Office at 979-830-8358.
