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Weekend Wonders 2026 Nominations

Weekend Wonders 2026 Nominations

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By Andrew TerpeningMay 26, 2026 at 1:30 pm EDT

10 Must-Visit Roadside Attractions

A quick list of some our favorite spots to stop at while traveling around East Texas!

Fetch Me a Good Book

Bird Dog Books - Paris, TX

The Mysterious Tree along the El Camino Real

The Pepper Tree - Grapeland, TX

Auto Service Station turned Craft Coffee Shop

Auto Service Station turned Craft Coffee Shop

Common Sense - Lufkin, TX

May 12, 2026 at 2:29 pm EDT

Ovens, Cups and Hearts are Full

Ovens, Cups and Hearts are Full

Paris Bakery - Paris, TX

By Andrew Terpening

East Texas Live Music Lineup!

East Texas Live Music Lineup!

Here’s where to listen to live music in East Texas, all year round!

By Andrew Terpening

Wildest Sculpture in the Piney Woods

Wildest Sculpture in the Piney Woods

Wildman Statue - Trinity, TX

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Miracle over the River

VFW Memorial Bridge - Trinity, TX

Oldest Dining Spot in Mineola

East Texas Burger Co. - Mineola, TX

Education Lives On

Fodice Community School - Lovelady, TX

First Oil Well in Texas

Discovered in East Texas, experience the fascinating story of Oil Springs. Even visit some its 19th century remnants!

Sauce 'em Up!

ETX Wings Co. - Kilgore, TX

10 Must-Visit Museums in East Texas

A quick list of some our favorite museums to visit around East Texas!

Shopping with a Paws-itive Impact

APET Thrift Store - Mineola, TX

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Saving East Texas Pups

Peltier Subaru Supports: Backwoods Barkers Rescue

Giant Lawn Chair

Ab’s Chair - Nacogdoches, TX

Preserving East Texas Bravery

Fire Museum - Nacogdoches, TX

Davy Crockett, Sam Houston’s First Steps in Texas

Sam Houston Park - Detroit, TX

Top 5 Favorites | Athens

A quick list of our favorite destinations to visit around Athens, TX!