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Calendar of Events
February
Taste of Texas, Big Bend Style
Sample the best of Big Bend area restaurants and chefs as they serve up portions
of their best dishes. Alpine, TX
March
Cowboy Poetry Gathering and Trappings of Texas
Enjoy the recitals and performances of talented cowboy poets, storytellers and
musicians. Event also includes artisan demonstrations and chuckwagon dinner. For
more info, visit the official web site at www.cowboypoetry.org. Alpine, TX
April
Big Bend Gem & Mineral Show
Special exhibits and vendors from far away display the best of their stock of
gems and exotic rocks, seminars and more. Alpine, TX
July
Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks
Sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Alpine. Parade, fireworks and festival in the park.
Alpine, TX
August
Big Bend Ranch Rodeo
Local ranchers prove their skills in a variety of rodeo activities. See real
working cowboys compete.
Alpine, TX
September
Big Bend Balloon Bash
Hot air balloons ascend above the Alpine Valley amidst the backdrop of the Davis
Mountains. Vendor
booths, downtown sidewalk sale and fire glow concert. For more info, contact the
City of Alpine at
915-837-3301. Alpine, TX
Marfa Lights Festival
Lots of vendor booths and live entertainment highlight this festival. Please
contact the Marfa Chamber of
Commerce for more details. 1 -800-650-9696. Maria, TX
November
Alpine Gallery Night
Main Street, several Alpine galleries and shops host open house during the day
and reception in the evening, displaying unique art works and serving up a
variety of refreshments. This is a very popular event, drawing hundreds of
visitors from near and far. For more info contact Ken Artzt at 915-837-3067.
Alpine, TX
December
Mountain Country Christmas Arts & Crafts Fair
Dozens of arts and crafts vendors display their special offerings at this very
popular Christmas fair. For
more information, contact the City of Alpine at 915-837-3301. Alpine, TX
Lighted Christmas Parade
The parade begins at nightfall. This bright, colorful event is sponsored by the
Alpine Rotary Club. Contact the Alpine Chamber of Commerce for more info.
Alpine, TX