Events in Brownwood

Brownwood is a small Hill Country town steeped in everything Texan. Friendly folks, cowboy hats, and a full events calendar that reflects the town’s Lone Star heritage await you at any time of the year. Most of these events in Brownwood feature a variety of live music, delicious food, and a wide range of activities for all ages. Read on to see some of the town’s top events and get the most out of your next trip to this charming Hill Country destination.

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February

Stars of Texas Juried Art Exhibit

The Stars of Texas Juried Art Exhibit is an annual exhibition held each February at the Brownwood Civic and Cultural Center. Featuring artists from across Texas, the two-week juried exhibit concludes with the presentation of more than $7,000 in awards and celebrates the region's vibrant arts community.

Brownwood Civic and Cultural Center
600 E. Depot St.
Brownwood, TX 76801

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March

Wheels that Move the World

Wheels That Move the World is an annual family-friendly event held each March at the Lehnis Railroad Museum and Visitor Center. Visitors can explore more than 25 vehicles, meet equipment operators, police officers, firefighters, and military personnel, enjoy local food trucks, ride the miniature locomotive, and participate in a variety of hands-on activities.

Lehnis Railroad Museum and Visitor Center
700 E. Adams St.
Brownwood, TX 76801

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May

Cinco de Mayo Celebration

Brownwood's Cinco de Mayo Celebration is an annual festival held in Downtown Brownwood featuring authentic food, local crafts, live mariachi music, folklórico dance performances, children's activities, and family-friendly entertainment. The celebration begins in the afternoon and continues into the evening.

Downtown Brownwood
Brownwood, TX 76801

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June

Brown County Rodeo

The Brown County Rodeo is an annual three-day event held each June at the Brown County Fairgrounds. Experience traditional rodeo competitions, livestock shows, a parade, live country music, and plenty of Texas charm as cowboys and cowgirls compete in this long-standing community tradition.

Brown County Fairgrounds
Highway 377 South
Brownwood, TX 76801

 

Heartland Hot Rod Run

The Heartland Hot Rod Run is an annual event celebrating classic and custom vehicles in Brownwood. Visitors can admire a wide variety of classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles while enjoying a family-friendly atmosphere at this free community event held near Riverside Park.

Riverside Park
1100 Riverside Park Dr.
Brownwood, TX 76801

 

Brownwood Juneteenth Celebration

The Brownwood Juneteenth Celebration is an annual community event honoring the history and significance of Juneteenth. The celebration features a three-on-three basketball tournament, food from local restaurants and vendors, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities.

Cecil Holman Park and Bennie Houston Center
Brownwood, TX 76801

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July

Dino Day

Dino Day is an annual family-friendly event held at the Brown County Museum of History. Visitors can explore the prehistoric world through dinosaur-themed activities, crafts, educational exhibits, and hands-on fun for all ages.

Brown County Museum of History
212 N. Broadway
Brownwood, TX 76801

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October

Corks & Caps

Corks & Caps is an annual tasting event held in Brownwood featuring craft beers and wines from breweries and wineries across the country. Guests can enjoy tastings, food from local food trucks, live music by regional bands, and a festive atmosphere celebrating food and drink.

Brownwood Civic and Cultural Center
600 E. Depot St.
Brownwood, TX 76801

Trick or Treat Trail

Trick or Treat Trail is an annual Halloween celebration held at Depot Plaza in Brownwood. Children can dress in their favorite costumes and enjoy trick-or-treating, games, family-friendly activities, and Halloween-themed movies and cartoons while local businesses hand out candy and treats.

Depot Plaza
600 E. Depot St.
Brownwood, TX 76801

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December

Christmas Under the Stars Festival

Christmas Under the Stars Festival is an annual holiday celebration held in early December in Brownwood. The festivities begin with a downtown parade and continue at the Depot Complex and Lehnis Railroad Museum with visits from Santa Claus, live music, holiday crafts, children's activities, big wheel races, a Christmas play, and seasonal treats for the whole family.

 

Depot Complex and Lehnis Railroad Museum
600 E. Depot St.
Brownwood, TX 76801

 

Polar Express Experience

The Polar Express Experience is an annual holiday event at the Lehnis Railroad Museum. Families can walk through scenes inspired by The Polar Express, enjoy a ride on the museum's narrow-gauge live steam locomotive, sip hot chocolate, receive a silver bell, and visit with Santa for photos.

Lehnis Railroad Museum and Visitor Center
700 E. Adams St.
Brownwood, TX 76801

 

Sipping Under the Stars

Sipping Under the Stars is an annual holiday event in Downtown Brownwood featuring beer and wine tastings, late-night shopping at local businesses, live Christmas music, and festive seasonal entertainment.

Downtown Brownwood
Brownwood, TX 76801