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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Christmas Home Tour in Chappell Hill

 Saturday, December 14th, 2024 :: 10:00am - 5:00pm
 Chappell Hill Chamber of Commerce

Come spend the day in Chappell Hill Texas and tour wonderful homes, exquisitely decorated for the holidays in Chappell Hill1 Tickets are available now, just copy the QR code and voila, purchase your tickets online! We are anxious to see everyone on December 14th, in Chappell Hill.

Cooking in the Kitchen & Quarter

 Saturday, December 14th, 2024 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barrington Plantation State Historic Site

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 BarringtonPlantation@thc.texas.gov or 936-878-2214 x248 for more information.

The Smithsonian Exhibit

 Saturday, December 14th, 2024 :: 10:00am - 2:00pm
 Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre

In 1900, almost 40% of Americans lived in rural areas, while today, that number is less than 20%. Almost 90% of the land mass is considered non-urban. Join us in Brenham December 7 – January 19 to explore the Smithsonian exhibit titled Crossroads: Change in Rural America, and learn why revitalizing rural places matters now, and into the future. Despite demographic changes, economic innovation and a focus on cultural facets have helped make small towns unique, comfortable and desirable. Come and learn how these changes helped Brenham and Washington County create a bright future from the legacy of our rural roots.

Wreaths Across America at Old Independence & Liberty Community Cemeteries

 Saturday, December 14th, 2024 :: 10:00am - 12:00pm
 Independence Visitor Center

On Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:00 AM we will be holding a joint Wreaths Across America ceremony at Old Independence Cemetery (8675 Coles Road, Brenham, TX 77833). Immediately following the ceremony, wreaths will be laid on all veteran graves in both Old Independence Cemetery and Liberty Community Cemetery (8361 Coles Road, Brenham, TX 77833). All are welcome to participate and lay wreaths; all wreaths are already fully funded for both cemeteries. Refreshments will be served. For more information, please visit: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/171174/Overview/?relatedId=173335

Burton Christmas Market

 Saturday, December 14th, 2024 :: 12:00pm - 4:00pm
 Burton Heritage Society & Railroad Depot

Spend an afternoon full of the Christmas spirit, Sat. Dec 14th from 12-4pm, in the tiny town of Burton, located halfway between Austin and Houston. Explore the Burton Christmas Market & More with hand-crafted local items, baked goods, silent auction and more at the Oliver Whitener-Roy Winkler Pavilions. Enjoy delicious food and soak up the holiday spirit with fun crafts! From 1-3pm, Santa will arrive for festive photos. Enjoy community caroling from 3-4pm. Presented by the Burton Heritage Society and the Burton Chamber. All activities are free except for food/drink/shopping.

Classic Car Show and Chili Cook-Off

 Saturday, December 14th, 2024 :: 12:00pm - 4:00pm
 Antique Rose Emporium

Join us at the Antique Rose Emporium for a fun-filled family day in partnership with Showplace Classics and the Brenham Children’s Museum! Classic Car Show – Free entry with a donation of a new, unwrapped toy for Toys-for-Tots. Chili Cook-Off – Register at weAREroses.com; proceeds support the Brenham Children’s Museum. Brenham Children’s Mobile Museum Exhibit – A special treat for the kids to explore! Come enjoy a day of community, cars, and chili for a great cause!

Tamale Fest & Christmas Market

 Saturday, December 14th, 2024 :: 1:00pm - 8:00pm
 Washington County Expo

Hello Friends the Reyes Brothers are excited to invite everyone to Brenham’s First ever Tamale Festival and Christmas Market! Come get your Christmas Tamales and unique Christmas gifts!

Annual Teddy Bear Parade

 Saturday, December 14th, 2024 :: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
 Chappell Hill Chamber of Commerce

Bring your kiddos to downtown Chappell Hill for our annual Teddy Bear Parade. Lots of fun activities for the children. Sit and talk to Santa, bring your Teddy Bear for the parade. Don’t miss this free event for the little children. More details to come.