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Events in Terrell
Terrell, Texas keeps its calendar full year-round, mixing small-town charm with genuine local flair. From the spring festivities of the Terrell Jubilee and the roar of the Mark Hardin Memorial Air Race to the patriotic glow of Fourth of July fireworks and the nostalgic swing of the Big Band Hangar Dance, there's a reason to visit Historic Downtown Terrell in nearly every season. Whether you're drawn by history, community spirit, live music, or just a great garage sale along old Highway 80, Terrell's events offer something for everyone.
March
Happy Days in Terrell America
Celebrate National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day by supporting our local small businesses with an event that includes unique shopping and giveaways.
Historic Downtown
Terrell, TX 75160
April
Terrell Jubilee
Held during Terrell's beautiful spring, the annual Terrell Jubilee is a family-friendly, four-day festival celebrating the community's history and Texas heritage. Held at Ben Gill Park, the event includes all sorts of exciting activities, including a demonstration by Whiplash the Cowboy Monkey. From a 5K fun run, carnival, and a Texas-style barbecue cook-off, to live music, arts & crafts and a car show, the action-packed Terrell Jubilee is a wholesome gathering everyone will enjoy.
Ben Gill Park
1039 9th Street
Terrell, TX 75160
Historic U.S. Hwy 80 Sale
Held the third weekend of April and October, the event features hundreds of vendors set up along U.S. 80 from East Texas to Georgia. Billed as the world’s largest garage sale, this bi-annual event features vendors selling all types of goods. It was designed to promote tourism trade and traffic along the historic highway, which runs from Savannah, GA to San Diego, CA, passing right through Terrell. Check the Facebook page for regional updates along the route.
Various Locations
Historic Highway 80
May
Run for the Wall
A famed cross-country motorcycle ride in honor of U.S. military troops killed or missing in action, the annual Run for the Wall event leads riders through routes spanning California to Washington, D.C. Terrell is part of Run for the Wall’s Southern Route. Riders often stop and refuel here on their way to their next stop, Longview. Community members express their support as riders zoom by on their way to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in our nation’s capital.
Various Locations
Run for the Wall’s Southern Route
No. 1 British Flying Training School Museum Big Band Hangar Dance
Get ready to swing at the annual Big Band Hangar Dance at the No. 1 British Flying Training School Museum. Every year, the museum's Madix Hangar is transformed into a wartime big band dance. Don your 1940s fashion and prepare to raise a glass and cut a rug at this museum fundraiser.
No. 1 British Flying Training School Museum
119 Silent Wings Boulevard
Terrell, TX 75160
Mark Hardin Memorial Air Race
You’ve heard of car races and bike races, now here’s your chance to see a sport air race. Planes take off from the Terrell Municipal Airport and race a 130-nautical mile course in the skies overhead. Spectators can vote on their favorite planes, and cheer as they take off, soar through the skies and land right in front of your eyes. While the race is on in the air, there’s plenty to do on land, including listening to live music, enjoying food from vendors and restaurants, and taking part in kids’ activities.
Terrell Municipal Airport
400 British Flying School Boulevard
Terrell, TX 75160
July
4th of July Fireworks
It's Independence Day like you've never seen it. The evening of patriotic, family-friendly events includes a kids' bicycle and tricycle parade, face painting, tethered hot air balloon rides, bouncy houses, food and more on the grounds of the Terrell Municipal Airport. When the sun goes down, view the hot air balloon "glow," a spectacular event in which hot air balloons light up the horizon while tethered to ground. The capstone event of the evening is a dramatic fireworks show.
Terrell Municipal Airport
400 British Flying School Boulevard
Terrell, TX 75160
September
Welcome Fall Y’all
Explore historic downtown Terrell for this special event that welcomes the fall season. Shops, restaurants and retailers ring in autumn with exterior decorations, shopping specials and giveaways.
Historic Downtown
Terrell, TX 75160
October
Historic U.S. Hwy 80 Sale
Held the third weekend of April and October, the event features hundreds of vendors set up along U.S. 80 from East Texas to Georgia. Billed as the world’s largest garage sale, this bi-annual event features vendors selling all types of goods. It was designed to promote tourism trade and traffic along the historic highway, which runs from Savannah, GA to San Diego, CA, passing right through Terrell. Check the Facebook page for regional updates along the route.
Various Locations
Historic Highway 80
Downtown Halloween Trick-or-Treat
The historic downtown trick-or-treat event draws lots of families with kiddos who receive goodies from the local businesses who participate.
Historic Downtown
Terrell, TX 75160
November
Remembrance Day Memorial Ceremony
Each year around Veterans Day, the No. 1 BFTS Museum hosts a remembrance ceremony at Oakland Cemetery to honor the 20 Royal Air Force cadets who died while training in Terrell during WWII.
Oakland Cemetery
1000 W Moore Ave
Terrell, TX 75160
December
Stanley Ballard Annual Christmas Parade
This parade is a long-standing tradition in Terrell. Many schools, churches, local businesses, and elected officials participate in the parade. The route is down Moore Ave. beginning at Ninth Street and ending at Adelaide.
Historic Downtown
Terrell, TX 75160
Year-Round Events
E! Terrell Entertainment Series
Featuring an eclectic mix of musicians, stage productions and entertainers, the E! Terrell Entertainment Series always fills the Performing Arts Center with a great performance. Tickets are purchased as a yearly subscription, but individual show tickets are sometimes available. Visit their website for more information.
Jamie Foxx Performing Arts Center
400 Poetry Rd
Terrell, TX 75160
Free Classic Movies
Catch a classic movie from the 30s, 40s or 50s on the second and fourth Friday of each month. Hosted by Books & Crannies in the historic Iris Theatre in downtown Terrell, movies include free popcorn and drinks. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated.
Iris Theatre located in Books & Crannies
209 West Moore Ave
Terrell, TX 75160
Lake Country Jubilee
The Lake Country Jubilee features the greatest groups in gospel music with performances scheduled throughout the year. Visit their website for schedule and ticket information.
Jamie Foxx Performing Arts Center
400 Poetry Rd
Terrell, TX 75160
Silver Saloon
Boot scoot and catch live country music performances from big-name Texas performers almost every weekend of the year at this bar and barbecue restaurant.
Silver Saloon
1708 State Hwy 34 South
Terrell, TX 75160
The Vagabond Players
Three times each year, this local theatrical troupe performs live at the historic Iris Theatre located in Books & Crannies in downtown Terrell. Seating is limited, so reservations are recommended.
Iris Theatre located in Books & Crannies
209 West Moore Ave
Terrell, TX 75160
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