TEXFest: A Texas Independence Day Celebration

Break out your best western wear, Carrollton. TEXFest is turning 10. Come on down Saturday, March 1 from 3-9 p.m. for a free celebration of Texas Independence Day, featuring craft beer, good food, and local artists performing Texas music. This year will be 10 times the good times in Historic Downtown Carrollton.

Guests will also get the chance to put their cowboy skills to the test by taking a rowdy ride on a rockin’ mechanical bull. Make sure to capture the memories of the celebration by taking a photo with a live longhorn or by visiting the giant Texas flag photo station, the Texas-shaped statue, or stepping inside the photo booth.

Live music:
Flexxas’ DJ sets: 3–3:30pm, 5–5:30pm and 7–7:30pm
Timothy James: 3:30pm
Grupo Asalto, a West Texas-based Tejano band, headlining from 5:30–7pm
Dan Johnson: 7:30–9pm

In addition to great music, TEXFest offers a variety of food options, as well as several on-site craft beer offerings from local breweries, coordinated by Downtown Carrollton’s own 3 Nations Brewing Co. Custom TEXFest beer glasses will be on sale, so everyone of age can enjoy responsibly and in style within the event’s beer garden, complete with community seating, crafts, artisan vendors, and some of the best barbecue in Texas.

If lager lovers have a competitive side, the branded drink glasses are available through a TEXFest Bingo Card contest as well. Complete five activities in a row on the card in any direction, have it marked as completed by each vendor, and redeem the card for a TEXFest event glass (while supplies last) at the Carrollton information booth located on Broadway and Main Streets.

Sensory-friendly:
Sensory-friendly break areas will be available if you need a spot to slow your horses and get away from the noise. Look out for the white Sensory-Friendly Break tent and our staff will have relaxing activities such as coloring, sensory toys, noise-cancelling headphones, & bean bag chairs for anyone who needs a break.

Parking:
The streets surrounding the Downtown Carrollton Square (W. Main, 4th Ave, S. Elm, and S. Broadway) will be closed the entire day from 6am–11pm. Park in the free, designated parking areas nearby. Be sure to arrive early to secure your spot since parking is limited. Or take the DART Green Line: Avoid the parking hassle and enjoy a stress-free ride to the event. The Downtown Carrollton DART station is just a short walk from the event, making it a convenient and easy choice. Regular charges apply; visit dart.org/fares for more details.

Find more family fun events every day of the week at dfwchild.com/calendar.