Visit Waxahachie, Texas

06/18/2024

FESTIVAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Mark your calendars for the Crossroads of Texas Country Festival. This new and improved arts and music festival will take place in downtown Waxahachie on Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Admission is FREE.

Kelli and Bob Phillips, hosts of the nationwide radio show and podcast “On the Road with Kelli and Bob,” will serve as hosts of the festival as they spotlight ordinary people doing extraordinary things in Texas AND around the nation. Surrounding the courthouse square will be more than 200 booths set-up with artists, craftspeople and the best of festival foods.

"We are thrilled to host the Crossroads of Texas Country Festival in downtown Waxahachie with new features and a fresh energy. This festival is a celebration of the extraordinary spirit of Texas and beyond, and we can't wait to showcase the diverse talent and vibrant culture that this event has to offer," said Bob Phillips.

This bigger than Texas event will also feature music on more than 10 stages in restaurants, breweries and wine bars in addition to the main stage with musicians from Texas and the surrounding states, plus the Grown Local stage showcasing local Ellis County talent.

Returning to Waxahachie, also known as The Crossroads of Texas, is the “GO TEXAN Experience” featuring a marketplace of GO TEXAN vendors, wineries, Southern Roots Brewing, Boyce Feed & Grain and FRESH Market Coffee.

“The Crossroads of Texas Country Festival will be a celebration of all things from around the country in addition to the best of what Waxahachie has to offer on that day in our historic downtown. We invite everyone to enjoy the charm of Waxahachie and why it is a place in the heart” said Laurie Mosley, Director of the Waxahachie Convention & Visitors Bureau.

“We look forward to welcoming everyone to the Crossroads of Texas Country Festival for a day filled with music, arts, and the unmistakable charm of Waxahachie,” said Kelli Phillips.

For more information regarding the festival and vendor opportunities, please contact the Waxahachie Convention & Visitors Bureau at 469-309-4040 or visit www.texascountryfestival.com.

06/14/2024

It's a big weekend in downtown Waxahachie on Saturday, June 15, including the Waxahachie Juneteenth Festival hosted by the Ellis County African American Museum & Hall of Fame, Dad's Day Downtown with the Waxahachie Food & Beverage Collective, Downtown Waxahachie Farmer's Market, Saturday Morning Fitness at Railyard Park Waxahachie and much more. Check out www.visitwaxahachie.com for more information.

06/12/2024

Escape to Waxahachie this summer! Skip the big city rush and plan a weekend in historic Waxahachie. With a lively downtown square, countless charming retailers, and delicious local eateries, here's the Shop Across Texas guide on the perfect Waxahachie getaway.

Unplug with a summer getaway in Waxahachie. Step back into another era and enjoy the city's charming downtown square, antiques, and more.

06/07/2024

THIS WEEKEND IN WAXAHACHIE (June 7-9, 2024):
🏆Gingerbread Trail Classic Car Show in Getzendaner Park (Saturday)

🏃‍♀️Blessed Run Club at Railyard Park Waxahachie (Saturday)

🧘‍♀️Half Moon Yoga at Saturday Morning Fitness at Railyard Park Waxahachie (Saturday)

🍑Downtown Waxahachie Farmer's Market (Saturday)

🎤Live music and entertainment at The Texas Theater, Railport Brewing Company, Cork House Winery and more!

Check out website for more information: www.visitwaxahachie.com ❤️

06/06/2024

Show your patriotic spirit to thousands of spectators during the Crape Myrtle Festival 4th of July Parade. Download a parade application and enter today!
🇺🇸❤️🗽https://bit.ly/CrapeMyrtleFestival

📸: Cameron Gott

05/31/2024

THIS WEEKEND IN WAXAHACHIE: It's a Main Street takeover by the 54th Annual Gingerbread Trail - Tour of Homes! 🏠

Other fun activities to enjoy include:
✈️ Pancake Breakfast Fly-In at Mid-Way Regional Airport - June ; 8 am-11 am

🛍️ Antiques & Boutiques Market in downtown Waxahachie - June 1; 9 am-5 pm

👨‍🌾 FREE Tour of McKinney-Aday Farmhouse hosted by Ellis County Rural Heritage Farm - June 2; 2 pm-4 pm

🧘‍♂️Yoga in the Park at Railyard Park Waxahachie - June 1; 9 am

🍅Downtown Waxahachie Farmer's Market - June 1; 8 am-1 pm

For more information on upcoming events, shopping, dining and lodging: www.VisitWaxahachie.com. ❤️

05/30/2024

THIS SATURDAY & SUNDAY - June 1-2, 2024:
The historic town of Waxahachie is thrilled to announce the return of the much-anticipated 54th Annual Gingerbread Trail - Tour of Homes. This year's event promises to be the most exciting yet, with new tour stops and an expanded lineup that guarantees an unforgettable experience for all attendees.

The Gingerbread Trail Tour of Homes has long been a cherished tradition in Waxahachie, offering visitors an intimate glimpse into the architectural beauty and rich heritage of the town. This year, the tour will feature five iconic homes on Main Street, each meticulously preserved and boasting unique stories from Waxahachie's past:

Angela & Bobby Glass at 808 W. Main St.
Pat & David Smith at 905 W. Main St.
Becky & Jim Kauffman at 817 W. Main St.
Heather & Paul Manigrasso at 605 W. Main St.
Mary & Howard Baskin at 717 W. Main St.

In addition to the main tour, this year's event features several exciting bonus tour stops that highlight Waxahachie's cultural and historical landmarks. These include the Ellis County Courthouse, The Texas Theater, Meat Church BBQ Supply, N. P. Sims Library, Waxahachie Chautauqua Auditorium and the Ellis County Master Gardeners Community Butterfly Pollinator Garden.

The 2024 Gingerbread Trail Tour of Homes is more than just a home tour; it's a celebration of Waxahachie's vibrant community. Attendees can look forward to the Antiques & Boutiques Market, featuring local vendors and artisans, as well as a variety of food trucks offering delicious local cuisine in the downtown area.

The event details are as follows: it will be held on June 1st and 2nd, 2024, along Main Street in Waxahachie, Texas. Tickets are available now, priced at $29 for adults and $10 for children under 12.

Don't miss out on the 54th Annual Gingerbread Trail Tour of Homes. Secure your tickets today and prepare to be captivated by the beauty, history, and community spirit that make Waxahachie a truly special place.

To get tickets, please visit www.gingerbreadtrail.org.

05/29/2024

We're counting down the days until the 54th Annual Gingerbread Trail - Tour of Homes featuring 5 historic homes on Main Street and several other historic attractions and treasures.
When: June 1-2, 2024; 10 am-4 pm
How: Tickets & information at www.gingerbreadtrail.org

05/28/2024

Thank you Worldatlas.com for this wonderful recognition of being named in your "These 10 Towns in Texas Have Beautiful Architecture" article! Come see Waxahachie's beautiful architecture in person at the 54th Annual Gingerbread Trail - Tour of Homes this weekend - June 1-2, 2024.

We're in great company with our friends at Visit Fredericksburg TX, Columbus, TX, Visit Bastrop, Visit Jefferson Texas, Gruene, Visit Brownsville TX, Visit Granbury, VisitLockhart and Visit Georgetown, Texas 🙌❤️🙌.

Texas, famous for cowboys and BBQ, boasts diverse architecture. Ten towns feature historic buildings, ideal for walking tours.

05/24/2024

This Weekend In Waxahachie - Memorial Day Feature:

🇺🇸 Laying of the Memorial Wreath by Woodmen Life - Monday, May 27 (9 am-10 am) at Ellis County Veterans Memorial at Waxahachie Civic Center. Come and join us to show respect to the nation's fallen military members. Water will be available. Restrooms will not.

Other events for the weekend:

🍻Railport Brewing “We Got Your Six” Anniversary Event - Saturday, May 25

🍗Scarborough Renaissance Festival - Saturday-Monday, May 25-27

🎨 Paint Waxahachie Plein Aire Paint Out

💪 Saturday Morning Fitness

🧑‍🌾 Downtown Waxahachie Farmers Market

🎶 Live Music at Texas Theater, Cork House Winery and more!

For more information, check out www.visitwaxahachie.com.

05/21/2024

Check out our "Deep in the Heart of Hachie" feature in Ellis County Living Magazine. The theme for this article is "Waxahachie Blooms with Fun for Everyone!" Thank you Living Magazine for allowing us to be a part of your beautiful magazine ❤️. Read it online today: https://issuu.com/elliscountylivingmagazine/docs/springtwo2024.

05/19/2024

It’s “National Travel & Tourism Week” - May 19-24, 2024. 🇺🇸🧳✈️ Thank you Dunaway Elementary School - Waxahachie ISD 2nd graders for teaching us how to be a tourist in your own backyard and learning all about Waxahachie . . . Hachie Hearts Trail, Ellis County Courthouse, Chautauqua Auditorium, Getzendaner Park, The Texas Theater and more!

What are your favorite Waxahachie attractions, activities and events? ❤️🤔

05/18/2024

🥳🤠 Happy Birthday George Strait!! 🤠🥳
Join us tonight, Saturday, May 18, as we celebrate the King of Country at Railyard Park Waxahachie at 7 pm with King George: A Tribute to George Strait. Admission is FREE!!

Other activities include:
🎤 99.5 The Wolf’s on-air ALL DAY-ALL GEORGE Birthday Party, plus joining us live from 6 pm-8 pm

🤠 A special performance by our very own local Lil' Wranglers and Elite Wranglers

🧢 Strait Haggard trailer selling cool merch

🍩 DonutNV Midlothian, Texas will be selling 10+ flavors of FRESH mini-donuts as well as tea & lemonade!

🍖 Good Directions BBQ will be cooking up sausage, brisket, pulled pork, spare ribs...and more!

🍻Southern Roots Brewing Company - Waxahachie will be at the party to serve locally crafted beers to our 21+ guests.

Bring a lawn chair or blanket and your dancing boots. Coolers ARE allowed.

05/17/2024

THIS WEEKEND IN WAXAHACHIE: It’s a celebration of kings, queens, art, music and more!

🎨 Paint Historic Waxahachie Plein Air Paint Out - May 17-24

🌳Texas Tree Climbing Competition - May 17-24

🤠 King George: A Tribute to George Strait concert at Railyard Park Waxahachie celebrating George Strait’s birthday - Saturday, May 18

👑 Scarborough Renaissance Festival - May 18-19

🧘‍♂️ Saturday Morning Fitness at Railyard Park Waxahachie - May 18

💐Downtown Waxahachie Farmer's Market - May 18

🎶 Live music at The Texas Theater, Railport Brewing Company, Cork House Winery and more!

For more information, check out www.VisitWaxahachie.com.

05/15/2024

Ready to embark on a craft beer adventure? Explore our 2 breweries that call Waxahachie home, Railport Brewing Company and Southern Roots Brewing Company - Waxahachie, and discover the unique brews that make our city a must-visit destination for beer lovers and a proud member of the Brew City, Texas program! 🌟

05/14/2024

Waxahachie is proud to be part of the Brew City, Texas program! 🍻 In honor of "American Craft Beer Week," come experience Waxahachie's vibrant craft beer scene and see what makes us a top destination for beer enthusiasts! https://bit.ly/WaxahachieBreweries

05/10/2024

THIS WEEKEND IN WAXAHACHIE: Treat Mom like a Queen with a day of shopping, dining, and entertainment in Waxahachie!
🎭 Legally Blonde the Musical at Waxahachie High School Performing Arts Center (Friday - Sunday) Tickets still available: https://bit.ly/WHSPACTickets
🎹 Piano Man - The Billy Joel Experience at The Texas Theater (Friday, 5/10 - Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm) Tickets still available: https://thetxtheater.com/tickets
🛍 Junk In The Trunk in Downtown Waxahachie (Saturday, 5/11 from 9am - 5pm)
💅 Muffins & Mimosas with Mom in Downtown Waxahachie (Saturday, 5/11 from 10am - 2pm)
🏎 Street Madness at Texas Motorplex (Saturday, May 11 from 4pm - 10pm)
🎼 Waxahachie Symphony Association Presents: Matt Tolentino & The Singapore Slingers (Saturday, May 11 at 7pm) Tickets still available: https://bit.ly/waxahachiesymphonytickets
🍗 Scarborough Renaissance Festival - Saturday & Sunday, May 11-12 (weekends thru May 26 and Memorial Day Monday)
🐄 Downtown Waxahachie Farmer's Market - Saturday, May 11 from 8am - 1pm
🎸 Live music at Southern Roots Brewing Company - Waxahachie, Cork House Winery, Railport Brewing Company and more.
For more information on shopping, dining, upcoming events and lodging, visit www.VisitWaxahachie.com. ❤️

05/08/2024

The ACM - Academy of Country Music is back in Texas on May 16, and the Party of the Year is shaping up to be an unmissable night, packed with unforgettable live performances from Jason Aldean, Kane Brown, Jelly Roll, Cody Johnson, Miranda Lambert, Reba McEntire, Thomas Rhett, Chris Stapleton, Lainey Wilson, and more!

Get your tickets now on SeatGeek : https://lnk.to/59thACMtix!NorthTexas

05/05/2024

Happy Cinco de Mayo! Thank you ECHO Ellis County Hispanic Organization for hosting an amazing celebration AND to everyone that visited downtown Waxahachie! 🪅❤️🤩🙌 🥳

05/04/2024

TODAY IS THE DAY! ECHO Ellis County Hispanic Organization’s Cinco de Mayo Festival in downtown Waxahachie 🙌❤️.

🪅 Saturday, May 4 from 11 am-11 pm

🎵Enjoy performances by San Juan Musical, Alex Medina, Tristan Ramos, Las Fenix, Ricky Naranjo y Los Gamblers, and David Lee Garza y los Musicales

🌮 Food trucks, car show, kids zone and more

🎤 Puro Party Productions and BASH will DJ the celebration

🤩 FREE Admission

For more information, www.VisitWaxahachie.com.

05/03/2024

THIS WEEKEND IN WAXAHACHIE = Fiestas, Concerts, Shopping and Family Fun 🤩❤️🙌

🛍️Vintage Market Days of South Central Texas - May 3-5

🪅 ECHO Ellis County Hispanic Organization Cinco de Mayo Festival - May 4

👑 Scarborough Renaissance Festival - May 4-5

🎤 Crystal Gayle at The Texas Theater - May 3

For more information and a complete list of events, check out www.VisitWaxahachie.com.

05/02/2024

Here’s a tiny sneak peek of Vintage Market Days of South Central Texas setting up for their big 3-day indoor shopping event - Friday-Sunday, May 3-5, 2024 at the Waxahachie Civic Center. 🛍️

PRE PURCHASE TICKETS AVAILABLE ALL WEEK:
https://events.humanitix.com/vintage-market-days-r-south-central-texas-presents-going-to-market

THE PERKS:
✔️pre purchase tickets holders gain access into the event at 9:30 AM EACH DAY - before gates open to the general public!
✔️the first 25 pre purchase tickets holders in line EACH DAY will receive a VMD tote full of goodies!

Friday: 10AM-4PM, $15
Saturday: 10AM-5PM, $10
Sunday: 10AM-4PM, $10
Kids 12+ under are FREE
FREE re-entry all weekend

See y’all there!!

05/01/2024

Only 3 more days until the ECHO Ellis County Hispanic Organization’s Cinco de Mayo Festival in downtown Waxahachie 🙌❤️.

🪅 Saturday, May 4 from 11 am-11 pm

🎵Enjoy performances by San Juan Musical, Alex Medina, Tristan Ramos, Las Fenix, Ricky Naranjo y Los Gamblers, and David Lee Garza y los Musicales

🌮 Food trucks, car show, kids zone and more

🎤 Puro Party Productions and BASH will DJ the celebration

🤩 FREE Admission

For more information, www.VisitWaxahachie.com.

04/27/2024

WHAT-A-GREAT-DAY! Happy 10 Year Anniversary Meat Church BBQ! Thank you for choosing Waxahachie to call your home ❤️.

04/26/2024

THIS WEEKEND IN WAXAHACHIE: It’s all about the meat and music!
🥩 Meat Church BBQ 10 Year Anniversary Block Party - Saturday, April 27; with BBQ partners from all over the country, live t-shirt printing, demos, BBQ samples and free drinks

🍗Scarborough Renaissance Festival - Saturday & Sunday, April 27-28 (weekends thru May 26 and Memorial Day Monday)

🐄 Downtown Waxahachie Farmer's Market - Saturday, April 27 from 8 am-1 pm

🎸Live music at The Texas Theater, Cork House Winery, Railport Brewing Company and more.

For more information on shopping, dining, upcoming events and lodging, visit www.VisitWaxahachie.com. ❤️

04/25/2024

THROW BACK THURSDAY: Thank you DTH Media for capturing the magical solar eclipse day in Waxahachie at Railyard Park Waxahachie. Enjoy!!

04/25/2024

Register to win this awesome package from our friends at Shop Across Texas and the Waxahachie Downtown Merchants Association! 🛍️💕🙌

04/19/2024

THIS WEEKEND IN WAXAHACHIE: Waxahachie blooms with fun for the family!
🛒Antique Alley Texas - Friday-Sunday, April 19-21
🧚‍♂️Scarborough Renaissance Festival - Saturdays & Sundays thru May 26, plus Memorial Day Monday
🛍️Just Between Friends Waxahachie/Mansfield Children's Consignment Event - Friday-Sunday, April 19-21
🍻Waxahachie Rebekah Lodge #381’s The Crawl for All featuring Big Al's Down the Hatch, College Street Pub, Texas Art and Pour, Railport Brewing Company, Southern Roots Brewing Company - Waxahachie, Cork House Winery and D Restaurant Waxahachie - Saturday, April 20
💐Downtown Waxahachie Farmer's Market - Saturday, April 20
💪 (Cancelled Due to Weather) Saturday Morning Fitness at Railyard Park Waxahachie with Shelby Symmetry - Saturday, April 20
👟Waxahachie Running Club Hachie 50 - Friday-Saturday, April 19-20
🎶 Live music throughout the weekend at downtown bars and restaurants, plus The Texas Theater featuring a sold-out show with Wade Bowen

For more information on upcoming events, shopping, dining and lodging: www.visitwaxahachie.com. ❤️

04/19/2024

Please see the message below from our friends at Big Top Entertainment⛈️☔️💧.

Howdy, shoppers! We have been monitoring the weather with the City and Emergency Management of Waxahachie very closely and it's with great sadness we regret to inform you that it's been determined that we should cancel the shopping festival for this weekend due to the safety concern of the public.

With the Emergency Management of Waxahachie, if there is any lightening, the event will be shut down. The chance of thunderstorms is too great for us to risk the safety of anyone, as safety is our top priority.

We will be rescheduling this event, so please turn on your notifications for this event to get the fastest updates!

We are very sorry for any inconveniences this may cause and hope you stay safe and dry this weekend!

04/16/2024

It’s not too late to sign up for the WRC Hachie50 Run “Kids 1 Mile Fun Run” and the “Kids 3k Race” this Friday evening, April 19 starting at 6 pm for only $25. Proceeds benefit the Waxahachie Lion's Club. To register, check out www.hachie50.com.