A very colorful scene unfolds the first weekend in May with Maifest, a celebration highlighting Brenham’s German heritage. Brenham Maifest includes a parade and Junior & Senior Coronations and features authentic German food, music and drink, and carnival rides at historic Fireman’s Park. This year's festivities are May 7-9, 2026.
Maifest is the oldest festival in Texas. Except for several years during World Wars I and II, this event has been held annually since 1881.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
5:00pm Carnival Opens
Friday, May 8, 2026
5:00pm Festival Opens │ Carnival Opens
7:00pm - 10:00pm Music by The Czechaholics
7:00pm Senior Coronation
10:00pm - 11:30pm Music by The Brown Sugar Band
12:00am Festival Closes
Saturday, May 9, 2026
10:30am Parade through Downtown Brenham
11:00am Festival Opens │ Carnival Opens
11:00am - 2:00pm Music by Das Ist Lustig
2:00pm Bierverkostung - Beer Tasting
2:00pm - 5:00pm Music by Alli & The Polka Dots
3:00pm Cornhole Tournament
5:00pm - 8:00pm Music by Isaak Klaus and The Lederhosen Junkies
6:30pm Junior Coronation
9:00pm - 12:00am Music by 90 Proof
12:00am Festival Closes
Look for displays of coronation attire at Downtown Brenham businesses in the weeks leading up to Maifest!
To purchase coronation tickets in advance go to Maifest's website