Visit Palestine, Texas

04/09/2025

Exciting display changes happening at the Railroad Heritage Center today! Introducing the Missouri-Pacific (Mo-Pac) caboose, which has been relocated to its new home from Reagan Park. Also being installed today: a Mo-Pac box car.

04/04/2025

Bloom watch update 4/4/2025: A few of our beloved dogwoods are still hanging on, but the majority of the blooms have dropped off for the season. Another reminder to enjoy them while they last!

We still have plenty of beautiful flowers around the city, other than dogwoods. The azaleas are particularly pretty this year, and the wildflowers are absolutely starting to show off for the season.

04/01/2025

🎉 Exciting Week Ahead in Palestine, TX! 🌟 Get ready for an action-packed lineup of events from April 1st to 6th. Here's what’s happening around town:
🎤 Tuesday, April 1
Open Mic | Pint & Barrel Drafthouse | 7 PM
🎭 Wednesday, April 2
Improv Troupe | Texas Theatre | 6:30 PM
Beers & a Bad Movie | Pint & Barrel Drafthouse | 7 PM
🐴 Friday, April 4
The 1836 Chuckwagon Races (Campgrounds open!) | The Diamond B Ranch | April 4-13
Piney Woods Express Diesel | Texas State Railroad | 11 AM
The Sound of Music | Texas Theatre | 7:30 PM
Karaoke | Nuna’s Cajun
Karaoke | VFW Post 8924 (Fri & Sat)
🌞 Saturday, April 5
Saturdays on Main Street | Downtown Palestine | 10 AM
Palestine Farmers Market | Palestine Farmers Market Pavilion | 9 AM
Tai Chi | Public Library Lawn (or City Hall if raining) | 10 AM
Piney Woods Express Diesel | Texas State Railroad | 11 AM
Live Music: David Levee | Nuna’s Cajun | 7 PM
The Sound of Music | Texas Theatre | 7:30 PM
🎶 Sunday, April 6
The Sound of Music | Texas Theatre | 2 PM

Mark your calendars, tag your friends, and don’t miss out! 🗓️ Let’s make this week unforgettable in Palestine, TX. 💃✨
If we've left something out, please let us know below!

03/27/2025

🏆We are thrilled to announce the winners of the Fairy Garden Trails 2025!🏆 This year, our five community judges faced an incredibly tough decision, with so many breathtaking fairy gardens to choose from. Words and photos simply cannot capture the charm and creativity of these marvelous creations. 🧚‍♀️

At Visit Palestine, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who participated in this enchanting annual event. If you haven’t had the chance to explore the whimsical Fairy Gardens at Davey Dogwood Trails yet, don’t miss out! They’ll be on display until April 30—but hurry, their magic won’t last forever.

03/25/2025

🎶 Step back in time with the sweet sounds of tradition! 🎶

Join us this week in Palestine, TX, for the Old Time Music and Dulcimer Festival! From March 27th to 29th, immerse yourself in a celebration of music, history, and community. Whether you're a seasoned musician, a curious beginner, or just love the charm of old-time tunes, there's something for everyone:

✨ Workshops to hone your skills
🎤 Concerts featuring renowned artists
🎻 Jam sessions for all levels
🎶 A chance to experience the magic of dulcimers and more!

📍 Location: First Baptist Church, 5700 North Loop 256, Palestine, TX 📅 Dates: March 27–29, 2025

Don't miss this harmonious gathering of music lovers. Bring your instruments, your friends, and your love for timeless melodies! 🎵

For more details, visit www.oldpalmusic.com. Let the music play! 🎶

📸: Charles Mims

03/25/2025

Good morning from Davey Dogwood Park. This time of year is so spectacular, we encourage you to take advantage of bloom season! While you're in the park, be sure to talk a stroll through the Fairy Garden Trails. Open until April 30, 2025. Davey Dogwood Park is open to the public all year, and free to enter.

📸: Dave Shultz

03/24/2025

🎉 Exciting Events in Palestine, TX This Week! Let us know which of these fun events you're planning to attend, or if we've left anything out.

Monday, March 24
❓ Trivia Night 🍻 Pint & Barrel Drafthouse ⏰ 7 PM
Tuesday, March 25
🎤 Open Mic Night 🎶 Pint & Barrel Drafthouse ⏰ 7 PM
Wednesday, March 26
😂 Improv Troupe 🎭 Texas Theatre ⏰ 6:30 PM
🍺🎬 Beers & a Bad Movie 🍻 Pint & Barrel Drafthouse ⏰ 7 PM
Thursday, March 27
🎻 Old Time Music & Dulcimer Festival 🏛️ First Baptist Church 🗓️ March 27–29
📚 Book Talk 📖 Palestine Public Library ⏰ 12 PM
🚂 Rusk Turntable Train 🚉 Rusk Texas State Rail Depot ⏰ 11 AM
🐉🎲 Teen Night: D&D 📚 Palestine Public Library ⏰ 5:30 PM
Friday, March 28
🚂 Piney Woods Express Diesel 🚉 Texas State Railroad ⏰ 11 AM
🎶 The Sound of Music 🎭 Texas Theatre ⏰ 7:30 PM
🎤 Karaoke Night 🍹 Nuna’s Cajun
🎤 Karaoke Night 🎙️ VFW Post 8924 (Fri & Sat)
Saturday, March 29
⛳ 6th Annual Dogwood Trails Classic Disc Golf
🌳 Davey Dogwood Park ⏰ 8 AM
🌸 Opening Day Flower & Farm Market 🍅 Palestine Farmers Market ⏰ 9 AM
🧘‍♀️ Tai Chi 📚 Palestine Public Library ⏰ 10 AM
🚂 Dogwood Lunch Train 🚉 Texas State Railroad ⏰ 11 AM
🏡 Dogwood Historic Home Tour 🏢 Chamber of Commerce
🧸 Blankets & Bears Fundraiser 🏞️ Lakeview Methodist Conference Center ⏰ 6 PM
🎸 Live Music: David Levee 🍹 Nuna’s Cajun ⏰ 7 PM
🎶 The Sound of Music 🎭 Texas Theatre ⏰ 7:30 PM
Sunday, March 30
🎥 Anderson County Movie Call for Extras 🏛️ Anderson County Courthouse ⏰ 10 AM
🎶 The Sound of Music 🎭 Texas Theatre ⏰ 2 PM

03/19/2025

Bloom watch update!

As of 3/19/25, the early blooming dogwood trees are fully open. The mid-season blooms are just beginning to open. We are looking forward to this weekend, when we hope to see them fully open.

03/19/2025

🌸 Dogwood Trails Festival & Parade 🌸 Join the celebration in Palestine, Texas, this Saturday, March 22, 2025! The festival kicks off at 9 AM in Historic Downtown Palestine, Texas, with the parade starting at 10 AM.

Here are some of the activities to Enjoy:
🎸Live music and performances
🖼Arts and crafts vendors
🍗Delicious food trucks and stalls
🏰Kids' activities and games
🏍Car, bike, and truck shows

New this year! Due to the size of the festival (stretching from Old Town Palestine all the way to the Palestine Visitor Center!) we're offering a complementary shuttle service 🚌 to help you get around. So, hop on at any of the marked locations.

📍 Explore More: Use the map to navigate through the festival and discover all the fun spots! Looking for a paper copy? Stop by the Palestine Visitor Center to pick one up!

Be sure the check out www.visitpalestine.com/dogwood for all the festive activities. See you there!

Don't miss this vibrant springtime tradition! 🌷

03/17/2025

Looking for something to do this week in Palestine, TX? 🤩 We've got you covered! The dogwood trees are starting to bloom, just in time for the Dogwood Festival this weekend, kicking off 3 weeks of events and activities!

Did we leave something out? Comment your events below and be sure to send us a message with your upcoming events to be included next week!

This week:
Monday, March 17
Trivia | Pint & Barrel Drafthouse | 7PM
Tuesday, March 18
Open Mic | Pint & Barrel Drafthouse | 7PM
Wednesday, March 19
Youth Print Making | Palestine Public Library | 5 PM
Improv Troupe | Texas Theatre | 6:30PM
Bad Movie & A Beer | Pint & Barrel Drafthouse | 7 PM
Thursday, March 20
Nitty Gritty Chopper City (March 20-23) | Salmon Lake Park
Friday, March 21
Fairy Garden Trails Open for the season! Visit Davey Dogwood Park.
Piney Woods Express Diesel | Texas State Railroad | 11AM
Dogwood Arts Council VIP Art Event | Palestine Farmers Market | 5:30 PM
Karaoke | Nuna’s Cajun
Karaoke | VFW Post 8924
Saturday, March 22
Dogwood Festival | Downtown Palestine | 9 AM | Parade at 10 AM
Stained Glass Tours | Sacred Heart Catholic Church & 1st Christian Church
Bike Nights | The Gin | 9 AM
The Journey HQ Dogwood Car Show | W. Oak St. | 9 AM
Tai Chi | Public Library | 10 AM
Dogwood Lunch Train | Texas State Railroad | 11 AM
Boston Porter Memorial Rodeo | ACYLA
Live Music: Cole Allen | Nuna’s Cajun | 7PM
Paint & Sip | Home Grill Steakhouse | 8 PM
Karaoke | VFW Post 8924

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03/14/2025

Don’t miss this opportunity to tour the historic homes of Palestine during the Dogwood Celebration 🤩 thanks to our friends at Palestine Area Chamber of Commerce for hosting this memorable event! Be sure to reserve your tickets before attending 🎟️

Don't miss this opportunity! Get your tickets now online and click the link below! 🤩😄
https://www.palestinechamber.org/58157-2/

03/14/2025

Happy Pi(e) Day!
We had to share our favorites Oxbow Bakery to celebrate today. What's your favorite Oxbow Pie?

You can visit the Oxbow Bakery in Old Town Palestine on Thursday-Saturday from 10-3, or until they run out of pie!

📸: Oxbow Bakery

03/13/2025

Thank you Dogwood Arts Council - Palestine for all the care you put into beautifying our city.

03/13/2025

Join us in Downtown Palestine, Texas on March 22 for the 87th annual Dogwood Celebration, beginning with the Dogwood Parade!

Other festivities on March 22 include:
🌟Dogwood Festival on March 22 in Downtown Palestine, TX (VIP Event on March 21, tickets available!)
🌟Dogwood Arts Council Art Event @ the Farmers Market Pavilion
🌟Palestine Bike Nights @ The Gin
🌟The Journey HQ Car Show on West Oak St.
🌟Grand Opening of Fairy Garden Trails @ Davey Dogwood Park
🌟The Boston Porter Memorial Rodeo @ the Anderson County Youth Livestock Arena
🌟Dogwood Lunch Train @ Texas State Railroad

Which events are you most excited about?