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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 2-3, 2025.

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 1, 2025

5:00pm Carnival Opens

Friday, May 2, 2025

5:00pm Festival Opens │ Carnival Opens

5:30pm - 8:30pm Music by The Czechaholics

7:00pm Senior Coronation

8:30pm - 11:30pm Music by The Brown Sugar Band

12:00am Festival Closes

Saturday, May 3, 2025

10:30am Parade through Downtown Brenham

11:00am Festival Opens │ Carnival Opens

11:00am - 2:00pm Music by The Oompahs

1:30pm Cornhole Tournament

2:00pm Bierverkostung - Beer Tasting

2:00pm - 5:00pm Music by Das Ist Lustig

5:00pm - 8:00pm Music by Isaak Klaus and The Lederhosen Junkies

6:30pm Junior Coronation

9:00pm - 12:00am Music by David Reynolds Band

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

Did you know that the oldest operating cotton gin in the United States is located in Burton, Texas?

The outside of the Burton Cotton Gin. In front of it are old cars lined up. — Texas Cotton Gin, Burton

Every year, this historical treasure is celebrated at the Burton Cotton Gin Festival. A day filled with FREE fun for the whole family kicks off with a parade followed by a classic car & tractor pulling contest, demonstrations, live music, shopping, family activities & contests, and all the food and refreshments you would expect from a small town of German heritage!

Experience the sights and sounds of the old cotton gin in action as festival goers witness the baling process. And don’t miss out on a tour of the Texas Cotton Gin Museum, where you can learn about the foundation of the gin and the story of how it was saved from becoming the site of a convenience store.