EVENTS
Through July 11
Frank Armstrong. Longview. Photographer Frank Armstrong from Henderson, Texas, has created captivating work for nearly 70 years. His work is held by MoMA, Carnegie, Amon Carter, Museum of Fine Art, Houston and many more. This exhibition is his first retrospective in East Texas. Longview Museum of Fine Arts. lmfa.org
Through July 25
Layers in Light. Longview. The works of Frank Herbert, an East Texas artist known for paintings that capture nature, organic forms, and local landscape motifs. Longview Museum of Fine Arts. lmfa.org
July 31 - August 2
Shrek the Musical. Sulphur Springs. Presented by Shining Star Productions. Sulphur Springs ISD Auditorium. www.shiningstartx.com
Through August 9
At 55. Tyler. Recent acquisitions and from the museum’s permanent collection. Tyler Museum of Art. www.tylermuseum.org
Through August 29
Planetarium Shows. Tyler. From its 40-foot Spitz nano-seam domed theatre, the state-of-the-art Hudnall Planetarium features an immersive, full-dome experience. This summer’s schedule includes Mars: The Ultimate Voyage, Space: The New Frontier, Serengeti, Sea Lions: Life by a Whisker, and Messengers of Time and Space. The facility also features interactive displays and exhibits, classroom and outdoor play spaces. The Earth and Space Science Center, Tyler Junior College, 1411 E. Lake Street. (903) 510-2312, www.sciencecenter.tjc.edu
Through August 30
America 250 Trailblazing Texas Wonder Women Exhibition. McKinney. Artworks highlighting women of Texas who transformed society as icons and pioneers in leadership, innovation, entertainment, business, and activism. Atrium Gallery, Cotton Mill Arts District. millhousefoundation.org/atrium-gallery
Through August 30
Encased: Jessica Ninci. Tyler. Works by Galveston-based ceramicist Jessica Ninci depicting careful recreations of items she gathered along the coastline. Tyler Museum of Art. www.tylermuseum.org
Through September 13
America 250: The Caddo Nation and Native Perspectives. Longview. Longview Museum of Fine Arts. lmfa.org
Through September 19
Women in the Arts. Winnsboro. More than 100 regional female artists display their work. Winnsboro Center for the Arts. www.winnsborocenterforthearts.com
Through September 26
Peaceable Kingdom. Tyler. The exhibition features a selection of images taken throughout the last few decades by Keith Carter. Drawn from the Wittliff Collections at Texas State University, these photographs visually explore the animal kingdom and its inhabitants and examine human relationship with animals as well as the dynamic between members of different species. Tyler Museum of Art. www.tylermuseum.org
July 2-5
First Monday Trade Days. Canton. Explore the World’s Largest Flea Market. www.firstmondaycanton.com
July 2, 4, 9, 11, 17, 19, 24, & 26
1776. Kilgore. A musical theatre depiction of the birth of North America, filled with memorable songs and clever dialogue. Book by Peter Stone. Music and Lyrics by Sherman Edwards. Based on the events leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence, 1776 showcases the political drama navigated by John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson. Part of the 2026 Texas Shakespeare Festival. texasshakespeare.com
July 3
The Music of America. Greenville. Greenville Chamber Music Society with special guests “George Washington” and “Audie Murphy.” showtimeatthegma.com
July 3, 5, 10, 12, 16, 18, 23, & 25
Emma. Kilgore. Texas Shakespeare Festival. www.texasshakespeare.com
July 3, 5, 9, 11, 16, 18, 24, & 26
Hamlet. Kilgore. Texas Shakespeare Festival. www.texasshakespeare.com
July 3-4
America 250: A Star-Spangled Jubilee. Palestine. Fireworks, live music by Detroit Steel, historical showcases, a barbecue food truck showdown, parade, car show, vendors, and. More. Friday, 6-10 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (800) 649-3484. Get full schedule and locations on visitpalestine.com/america250.
July 4
Terrell Freedom Fest. Annual celebration of freedom with a spectacular Independence Day tradition that lights up the Terrell sky. discoverterrell.com
Freedom Festival. Henderson. Lake Forest Park. visithenderstontx.com
Fireworks & Freedom. Longview. Free event featuring the Longview Symphony Orchestra in concert along with a headliner band, vendors, activities, and the biggest fireworks show in Longview’s history. Longview Convention Complex. longviewtexas.gov/2394/Fireworks
Thunder Over Cedar Creek Lake. longviewtexas.gov/2394/Fireworks
Lake Jacksonville July 4th Celebration. Jacksonville. Public viewing is available from the campground and surrounding shorelines. Viewers on the water must stay clear of the barge setup area. Free. Learn more on explorejacksonvilletx.org
Fourth of July Celebration. Canton. Morning parade, followed by car show, live music, and wrapping up with fireworks at dark. visitcantontx.com
Tyler Independence Day. Food trucks, music, games, and fireworks. Lindsey Park. visittyler.com
Independence Day Celebration. Rockwall. Harry Myers Park. visitrockwall.com
Fourth of July Extravaganza. Kilgore. Patriotic parade, live music by The Jukebox Heroes, food trucks, and fireworks. Bring chairs and blankets to concert and fireworks show. Extended hours at Kilgore City Pool and Lazy S Splash ranch until 8:30 p.m. visitkilgore.com
Annual 4th of July Celebration & Fireworks. Mineola. Music, food, activities, fireworks. Mineola Civic Center. (903) 569-6115. mccrvpark.com
Jason Boland & the Stragglers + Fireworks. Whitehouse. Blackhawk Creek Grill & Venue, (903) 871-1113, blackhawkcreekgrill.com
July 7
Dear John, Dear Louise. Kilgore. Texas Shakespeare Festival. www.texasshakespeare.com
July 8
Billy Bob Thornton & the Boxmasters. Whitehouse. Blackhawk Creek Grill & Venue, (903) 871-1113, blackhawkcreekgrill.com
July 9
Hunks the Show. Terrell. Swinging Doors Saloon. discoverterrell.com
July 10
MJ Live. Greenville. Michael Jackson tribute concert. showtimeatthegma.com
July 11
Ward Davis. Winnsboro. Winnsboro Center for the Arts. winnsborocenterforthearts.com
Christmas in July. Forney. Marketplace with handmade crafts, home decor, jewelry, fashion, children’s gifts, and gourmet food. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Opportunity Central (The OC). discoverterrell.com
La Nueva Pradera ft: Los Moscos del Norte y La Fianza Nortena. Terrell. Silver Saloon. discoverterrell.com
July 11-20
Beetlejuice Jr. Athens. Henderson County Performing Arts Center. www.hcpac.org
July 15-18, & 23-25
The Reluctant Dragon. Kilgore. Texas Shakespeare Festival. www.texasshakespeare.com
July 16
J’s Dueling Pianos. Whitehouse. Blackhawk Creek Grill & Venue, (903) 871-1113, blackhawkcreekgrill.com
July 18
Heritage Night Market & Wine Walk. Terrell. Downtown. discoverterrell.com
Los Moscos del Norte, Grupo Incomparable & DJ Mike. Terrell. Silver Saloon.. discoverterrell.com
John Paycheck. Whitehouse. Blackhawk Creek Grill & Venue, (903) 871-1113, blackhawkcreekgrill.com
42nd Annual Tour de Paris Bicycle Rally. Paris. www.visitparistexas.com
July 19
Hell of the North Texas 2026. Paris. Bike course for every level. paristexasbiking.com
Josh Ward. Terrell. Silver Saloon. discoverterrell.com
July 24-25
Quilt Hop & Fiber Art Show. Bonham. www.visitbonham.com
July 25
Summer Party at the GMA. Greenville. Music by Extended Play. showtimeatthegma.com
July 30-August 2
First Monday Trade Days. Canton. Explore the World’s Largest Flea Market. www.firstmondaycanton.com
July 31-August 2 & 7-9
Oklahoma! Longview. The Rodgers and Hammerstein production is presented by Theatre Longview. Longview Community Center, 500 E. Whaley St. theatrelongview.com
August 1
Bellamy Brothers. Greenville. Let Your Love Flow tour. showtimeatthegma.com
The Purple Hulls. Winnsboro. Winnsboro Center for the Arts. winnsborocenterforthearts.com
North Texas Antique Fishing Lure & Tackle Show. Greenville. Experience the timeless craftsmanship of antique fishing lures and tackle. Fletcher Warren Civic Center. www.travelgreenvilletx.com
July Fest. Gun Barrel City. Pat Green, Wade Bowen, kid zone, vendors, food trucks, fireworks. $30-$40. gunbarrelcity.gov
August 6
Jimmy Fortune. Greenville. Music by Extended Play. showtimeatthegma.com
August 8
Gary Vest & The Country Legends. Terrell. Swinging Doors Saloon. discoverterrell.com
August 8-9
East Texas Sacred Harp Convention. Henderson. easttexasfasola.weebly.com
August 15
Heritage Night Market & Wine Walk. Terrell. Downtown. discoverterrell.com
August 21
Marty Haggard. Whitehouse. Blackhawk Creek Grill & Venue, (903) 871-1113, blackhawkcreekgrill.com
August 22-23 & 29-30
Picnic. Winnsboro. Theatre performance by The Bowery Players. winnsborocenterforthearts.com
August 28-30
WXGP Full Moon Festival. Paris. Watercraft racing on Lake Crook. visitparistexas.com
August 30
An Evening with Andy Grammer. Longview. Belcher Center. visitlongviewtexas.com
September 3-6
First Monday Trade Days. Canton. Explore the World’s Largest Flea Market. firstmondaycanton.com
September 5
Hatch Chili Fest 2026. Paris. Fiesta at the Paris farmers and artisan market. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Mariachi bands, games, and roasting and selling Hatch Chilies fresh from New Mexico. visitparistexas.com
East Texas Songwriters: Kevin Tinney, Chris Rasco, Cole Allen, and Zach Maberry. 7:30 p.m. Winnsboro Center for the Arts winnsborocenterforthearts.com
September 11
Paris Balloon & Music Festival. visitparistexas.com
September 11-12
Paris Balloon and Music Festival. parisballoonandmusicfestival.com
Old Town Rig Down. Nacogdoches. Big rig truck show. Downtown. oldtownrigdown.com
September 12
Salsa on the Square. Paris. Fiesta sounds and flavors spotlighting Hispanic and Latino culture, music, dance, food, land arts. 7-10 p.m. visitparistexas.com
Earth, Wind, & Fire Tribute Band. Lufkin. Pines Theater. angelinaarts.org