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Weekend Wonders 2026 Nominations

Weekend Wonders 2026 Nominations

Submit your favorite East Texas destinations for a chance to have them named a Weekend Wonder!

By Andrew TerpeningJune 02, 2026 at 3:35 pm EDT

Hunt for Fossils at this East Texas Park

Explore and discover ancient treasures along the Sulphur River!

Auto Service Station turned Craft Coffee Shop

Common Sense - Lufkin, TX

High-Up Pit Stop

Overlook Park - Jasper, TX

The Easternmost Point of Texas

The Easternmost Point of Texas

Discover this wonderous landmark along the Sabine River!

June 04, 2026 at 2:07 pm EDT

Events Around East Texas This Weekend!

Events Around East Texas This Weekend!

You're never too far from fun!

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

Fetch Me a Good Book

Fetch Me a Good Book

Bird Dog Books - Paris, TX

By Andrew Terpening

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Handcrafted Treasures in the Piney Woods

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10 Must-Visit Roadside Attractions

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

Fine Arts & Theatre

Handcrafted Treasures in the Piney Woods

The Yellow Rose Gallery - Crockett, TX

Fine Arts & Theatre

Wildest Sculpture in the Piney Woods

Wildman Statue - Trinity, TX

The Mysterious Tree along the El Camino Real

The Pepper Tree - Grapeland, TX

Miracle over the River

VFW Memorial Bridge - Trinity, 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

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

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An Artistic Stroll in Downtown Longview

Discover all of the creative fun happening this Thursday evening!