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The Stranger

 Friday, April 24th, 2026 :: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
 Unity Theatre
 Event Details

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

 Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 :: 7:30pm - 9:30pm
 Unity Theatre
 Event Details

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.

Ben and Noel Haggard

 Saturday, April 18th, 2026 :: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
 Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre
 Event Details

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

Burton Cotton Gin Festival

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

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.

Chappell Hill Bluebonnet Festival

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

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!

Darci Lynne

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

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

Texas Independence Day

 Saturday, March 28th, 2026 :: 10:00am - 6:00pm
 23400 Park Road 12, Washington, Texas 77880
 Event Details

Celebrate 190 years of Texas Independence at the place Where Texas Became Texas! Experience everything you love about our annual Texas Independence Day Celebration, along with all our new renovations. Start with the opening ceremony and parade at 10:30am, followed by great performances at the Amphitheater and Barrington Living History Farm throughout the day. Enjoy demonstrations, activities, and scenes from the Convention of 1836 at the new Washington Townsite Experience. Tour the Star of the Republic Museum’s new amazing exhibits, including a special display of the Ark of the Covenant of the Texas Declaration of Independence, a box made from the original Independence Hall. Don’t forget to shop and eat at some of our wonderful vendors and food trucks! You won’t want to miss this fun-filled weekend!

Echoes of Independence – A Lantern Tour

 Friday, March 27th, 2026 :: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
 23400 Park Road, Washington, Texas 77880
 Event Details

The echoes of Texas Independence can still be heard in the town of Washington 190 years later. On this candlelit, lantern tour you will witness historic scenes surrounding the creation of a new nation! Meet David Crockett during his stay in Washington on his way to the Alamo. Speak with George C. Childress as he works on the Declaration of Independence. Watch the growing friendship of Lorenzo de Zavala and William Fairfax Gray and experience the drama and chaos of the Runaway Scrape. See all of this among the wonderful night time backdrop of the newly created Washington Townsite Experience. (Ticket information coming soon)

Bloomsday

 Sunday, March 15th, 2026 :: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
 Unity Theatre
 Event Details

Unity Theatre presents Bloomsday a drama by Steven Dietz playing in the Studio March 12 – 22, 2026.

Robert returns to Dublin to reunite with Cait, the woman who captured his heart during a James Joyce literary tour thirty-five years ago. Dancing backwards through time, the older couple retrace their steps to discover their younger selves. Through young Robbie and Caithleen, they relive the unlikely, inevitable events that brought them—only briefly—together. This Irish time-travel love story blends wit, humor, and heartache into a moving appeal for making the most of the present before it is past.

Circle/Subscriber Reservations begin Feb 23
Public Sales begin March 2

Ticket price: $27
Preview, Thursday, Nov 13: $23

Thursdays at 7:30pm; Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00pm; and Sundays at 2:00pm.

Talk Back: Thursday, March 12
Director’s Chat: Saturday, March 21

For tickets and information, visit www.UnityBrenham.org or contact the Box Office at 979-830-8358.

Bloomsday

 Friday, March 13th, 2026 :: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
 Unity Theatre
 Event Details

Unity Theatre presents Bloomsday a drama by Steven Dietz playing in the Studio March 12 – 22, 2026.

Robert returns to Dublin to reunite with Cait, the woman who captured his heart during a James Joyce literary tour thirty-five years ago. Dancing backwards through time, the older couple retrace their steps to discover their younger selves. Through young Robbie and Caithleen, they relive the unlikely, inevitable events that brought them—only briefly—together. This Irish time-travel love story blends wit, humor, and heartache into a moving appeal for making the most of the present before it is past.

Circle/Subscriber Reservations begin Feb 23
Public Sales begin March 2

Ticket price: $27
Preview, Thursday, Nov 13: $23

Thursdays at 7:30pm; Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00pm; and Sundays at 2:00pm.

Talk Back: Thursday, March 12
Director’s Chat: Saturday, March 21

For tickets and information, visit www.UnityBrenham.org or contact the Box Office at 979-830-8358.

Bloomsday

 Thursday, March 12th, 2026 :: 7:30pm - 9:30pm
 Unity Theatre
 Event Details

Unity Theatre presents Bloomsday a drama by Steven Dietz playing in the Studio March 12 – 22, 2026.

Robert returns to Dublin to reunite with Cait, the woman who captured his heart during a James Joyce literary tour thirty-five years ago. Dancing backwards through time, the older couple retrace their steps to discover their younger selves. Through young Robbie and Caithleen, they relive the unlikely, inevitable events that brought them—only briefly—together. This Irish time-travel love story blends wit, humor, and heartache into a moving appeal for making the most of the present before it is past.

Circle/Subscriber Reservations begin Feb 23
Public Sales begin March 2

Ticket price: $27
Preview, Thursday, Nov 13: $23

Thursdays at 7:30pm; Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00pm; and Sundays at 2:00pm.

Talk Back: Thursday, March 12
Director’s Chat: Saturday, March 21

For tickets and information, visit www.UnityBrenham.org or contact the Box Office at 979-830-8358.