Mark your calendars! We’ve rounded up the best March events happening across Texas from rodeos in Austin and Houston to springtime blooms in Dallas and Waxahachie.
Dallas – Dallas Blooms
When: All Month Long
It’s not officially spring until you’ve walked through Dallas Arboretum’s Dallas Blooms! Named the most beautiful springtime destination in the U.S. by Travel Leisure, it is the perfect way to spend some time outdoors surrounded by gorgeous flowers.
Houston – Houston Stock Show & Rodeo
When: Now through March 17
An unforgettable experience for the whole family, with unique and engaging activities like The Calf Scramble, The Junction, The Rodeo Run, The Ranching & Wildlife Expo, and many more. Take a trip down to the Houston Stock Show & Rodeo and join in on the fun, you’ll be glad you did!
Austin – Rodeo Austin
When: March 8 – 23
From its humble origins, Rodeo Austin has since grown tremendously and now includes more than 8,000 animals, various concerts, an extravagant and lively fair, and some of the best BBQ in the State of Texas. Be sure to bring the whole family for an unforgettable experience this March!
Austin – SXSW
When: March 8 -16
South by Southwest is back again to celebrate music, film, tech, education, and culture! Expect to see leading filmmakers, comedians, multimedia artists and musicians from around the world, keynote speakers and more-all showcasing their work!
Allen – Dallas Card Show
When: March 14 – 17
Shuffle over to the Dallas Card Show in Allen, where collectors and enthusiasts converge for a trading card extravaganza, dealing in nostalgia and excitement with a vibrant marketplace and a chance to discover your next prized card.
Waxahachie – Tulipalooza
When: March 15 – 24
A field of 300,000 tulips! Tulipalooza will have you head over heels for spring with their gorgeous fields of tulips and other flowers. Hurry! They’re waiting to be handpicked by you and your favorite people.
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Fredericksburg – Fredericksburg Trade Days
When: March 15-17
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!
Round Top – Spring Antique Show
When: March 16 – 30
Discover a treasure trove at the Round Top Antiques Show in Texas, where sprawling fields transform into a vintage wonderland. This event offers a unique shopping experience for antique enthusiasts, collectors, and those in search of timeless finds.
Luckenbach – Annual Mud Dauber Festival & Chili Cook-Off
When: March 16
If there’s an event this March that truly says “Texas,” it’s the chili cook-off in Luckenbach. Get your team together and compete for the gastronomical gold or come hungry and judge the entries for yourself!
El Paso – Mission Trail Art Market
When: March 17
Discover artisans from across the Mission Valley region selling high-quality art, pottery, jewelry, home decor, and more. Plus, food, live music, and two Old West Reenactment Shows of the ‘Billy The Kid Breakout.’
Waxahachie – Ellis County Livestock Show and Rodeo
When: March 21 – 30
Giddy up, partner, because it’s rodeo season in Texas! You won’t want to miss 10 days of PRCA performances, outdoor concerts, classic fair food, and more.
Plano – Texas Forever Fest
When: March 23
Sponsored by HEB, The Texas Forever Fest is packed full of fun activities, Western entertainment, Texas-favorite food and drink, a BBQ cook-off and much more. This event is free and open to all ages, and with activities like the Kids’ Wild West Corral, you MUST mark this on your calendar!
Plano – Heritage Farmstead Museum’s Spring Festival
When: March 23
Reserve your spot today at Heritage Farmstead Museum‘s Spring Festival for a day of egg hunts, hayrides, petting zoos, games from the past, and more.
Fredericksburg – Hill Country Indian Artifact Show
When: March 23
The Hill Country Indian Artifact Show features some of the best Native American artifacts in Texas. These one-of-a-kind pieces include arrowheads, pottery, Trade Era beads, artifact cases, jewelry, and much more.
San Angelo – Markets Along the Concho Spring Fling
When: March 23
When your shopping supports the community, you know you’re doing something right! Discover a variety of vendors and artisans while dining from food trucks and enjoying live entertainment–all along San Angelo’s beautiful Concho River Walk.
Fredericksburg – Wine and Wildflower Celebration
When: Starting March 25
As the warmer spring weather rolls into the Lone Star State, there’s no better way to celebrate than with a glass of wine in hand while overlooking hills of colorful wildflowers.
Highland Village – An Egg-cellent Day
When: March 30
Snap your annual photo with the Easter Bunny at this free family-friendly event! Plus face painting, crafts, games, and brunch buffets that the whole crew is sure to enjoy.
