April in Texas is filled with blooming wildflowers, cooler weather, and plenty of fun events to fill up your calendar. From iconic rodeos and bluebonnet festivals to solar eclipse viewing parties and shopping pop-ups, these April events are a great way to celebrate spring in Texas.
San Angelo – San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo
When: April 5-21
The San Angelo Rodeo is in a league of its own! The event features several exciting experiences like a massive car show, a mouth-watering cook off, adrenaline pumping roping competitions, and much more.
El Paso – Sip City Wine Festival
When: April 6
Uncork and unwind at the Sip City Wine Fest in El Paso! Raise a glass and celebrate wines from around the globe. Need some wine education? Vino connoisseurs are on site to help.
Waxahachie – Solar Eclipse 2024 Weekend
When: April 6-8
Plan a historically epic weekend in the heart of the solar eclipse path. Waxahachie is hosting 3 days of entertainment including live music performances and over a dozen viewing parties.
Waxahachie – Scarborough Renaissance Festival
When: Friday, Saturday, and Sundays starting April 6
Scarborough is a Renaissance-themed festival set in a re-created 16th Century English village. Celebrations include live performances, unique vendors, fun games, thrilling rides, delicious foods (giant turkey legs, we’re looking at you), and so much more.
Plano – Solar Eclipse Rooftop Viewing Party
When: April 8
Bring a chair and head to Plano’s Legacy West for a once-in-a-lifetime viewing party! Photo ops, food vendors, and good vibes are on the agenda for the day.
Richardson – CityLine Night Market
When: April 12
Enjoy a night of live music as you stroll through an assortment of local vendors and artisans. Pro tip: grab a bite to eat at one of CityLine’s 30+ restaurants and grab a patio table at Fernando’s Mexican Cuisine or Good Union Urban BBQ to take in the tunes.
Burnet – 41st Annual Bluebonnet Festival
When: April 12-14
Bluebonnets are in full bloom this month, so you won’t want to miss the legendary annual Bluebonnet Festival in Burnet, Texas. Once you attend, you’ll be hooked for years to come. It’s basically a Texan’s rite of passage!
Waxahachie – Cowboy Gathering
When: April 13
Cowboys, poetry, and western music are the name of the game during the 3rd annual Waxahachie Cowboy Gathering. Bring the whole family out for free live entertainment, open mic events, and poetry reciting.
Allen – Dodie’s Cajun Crawfish Fest
When: April 13
Steaming platters of crawfish, corn, and potatoes alongside live music sounds like the perfect weekend activity to us! Afterward, stroll around The Village at Allen.
Pearland – Shop with a Show: Selena Celebration
When: April 13
You’ve heard of dinner and a show, but have you been shopping with a show? Enjoy free Selena tribute performances plus local vendors and retailers at the Pearland Town Center.
San Angelo – Concho Valley Modern Vintage Market
When: April 13-14
Retro is in, so pack your bags for a weekend of vintage shopping at San Angelo’s historic Fort Concho.
Austin – ABC Kite Fest
When: April 14
Soar into spring and join thousands of Austinites for a free, all-day event filled with kite making, flying and gazing. Plus, bring the kiddos out for MossFest, a children’s music concert!
Fredericksburg – Fredericksburg Trade Days
When: April 19-21
With over 350 vendors, Fredericksburg Trade Days offers a wide variety of items for purchase such as antiques, crafts, furniture, hunting accessories, clothing and candles!
San Angelo – Fort Concho Frontier Day
When: April 20
Transport yourself to the days of living off the frontier at Fort Concho’s annual Frontier Day. Top activities include the Concho Cowboy Co. gunfight, sheep shearing, 1880s baseball, crafts and games, live reenactments, and more.
San Angelo – Paintbrush Alley Market Days
When: April 27
Check out San Angelo’s artistic spirit and creativity with a visit to the Paintbrush Alley Market Days, where you can shop and browse the local artists of the city while enjoying unique food trucks, music, and much more!
Richardson – CityLine LIVE Spring Series
When: Every Friday and Saturday in April
Live music returns to the outdoor plaza this spring! Listen from one of the restaurant patios on State Street, or pick up dinner and drinks to-go and enjoy the live music from the plaza.
