If you’re looking for fun things to do in East Texas this weekend, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s our rundown of some fun things happening around the area!

If you know of another event, or see an inaccuracy below, please let us know here.

THURSDAY, 1/26

Library Book Sale

When: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Where: Longview Public Library
Cost: Free

Book sale season begins!

Come find $1.00 deals (unless marked otherwise) on gently used books, movies, and CDs for your home library.

All proceeds benefit the Friends of the Longview Public Library, which is then used to improve library facilities, and fund library events/programs.

Book & Build

When: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Where: Marshall Public Library
Cost: Free

After listening to a construction-themed picture book for inspiration, children will be encouraged to build with blocks, boxes, and whatever else the Library Squad can find! Especially for toddlers and preschoolers.

Galentine’s Sip & Shop

When: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Front Porch Distillery, Nacogdoches
Cost: Free

Grab your girls and slide on over to Front Porch to do some shopping. We’re bringing you this great Thursday night event with some incredible local vendors.

Aggie Night

When: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Stanley’s Famous Pit Bar-B-Q, Tyler
Cost: Free

Family friendly and BYO dominoes.

Stand Up ft. Dick Salas

When: 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Where: Rose City Comedy, Tyler
Cost: $15-$30

Come out for a special Thursday Night Stand-Up featuring touring comic and Veteran, Dick Salas!

FRIDAY, 1/27

Longview Symphony Orchestra - Bach’s Lunches

When: Noon - 12:45 PM
Where: First Presbyterian Church, Longview
Cost: Free

These lunchtime recitals feature the music of Bach and other classical pieces while showcasing local musicians. There is no charge for these concerts.

Each concert is held on a Friday at a church in downtown Longview. Our average attendance is 200 per concert. This concert series appeals to a diverse group of people that love classical music. You will find employees enjoying a lunchtime work break, home school students and moms, buses from retirement groups, and patrons of our Longview Symphony.

Flights & Bites

When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Fresh by Brookshire’s, Tyler
Cost: $7

Wine tasting tour with expertly prepared food pairings for $7 per person (ages 21+ only)

Complimentary wine glass for samples and to take home.

Movies @ The Barn

When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: The Barn of Emory
Cost: Free

Join The Barn for our 2023 Movie Series. The perfect date night. Movies will vary and a surprise each week. Concessions available for purchase!

Beckah Shae Live in Concert

When: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Where: First Baptist Church, Nacogdoches
Cost: $25

Beckah Shae is an international singer, worship leader, songwriter, pop-worship recording artist, author and actress. Beckah Shae has been co-owner and signed to the independent record label Shae Shoc Records for almost two decades, working alongside her husband, Jack Shocklee, who is her music producer and manager.

They have traveled extensively worldwide releasing a passion for truth and freedom, with the desire to see lives transformed through an encounter with Jesus and the power of the Gospel. Tinged with soulful vocals and catchy pop/r&b beats she has released over a dozen full length albums bridging genres while gaining a massive following and garnering recognitions such as three top 10 Billboard radio charting singles at CHR Radio, 2 Dove Award Nominations, Indie Artist of the Year at We Love Christian Music Awards and climbing over almost 30 million views on YouTube. She lives to reveal the hope of eternity. Jack and Beckah have 3 young daughters, Joy, Grace, and Hope. Their family currently lives in Nashville, TN.

Always a Bridesmaid

When: 7:30 PM
Where: Pittsburg High School, Pittsburg
Cost: $5-$15

When four friends at their senior prom pledge to always be in each other’s weddings, no matter what, they have no idea they will do it again and again and AGAIN! Hilarity ensues each time one of the ladies prepares for the long walk down the aisle yet one more time. Will this one be forever, or will there be a do-over in a few years? “There are three constants in life, taxes I can barely pay, recurring bladder infections, and being a bridesmaid in a Monette Gentry wedding. It’s like a bad student loan I can never pay off!”

Roast Battle League

When: 8:00 PM
Where: The Understudy, Tyler
Cost: Free

The 1st Round of the Roast Battle League!

SATURDAY, 1/28

Running the Rose

When: 6:00 AM
Where: Tyler State Park
Cost: Free

Just us on Jan. 28 for Running the Rose and run the 7K, 11M, 22M, 54K or 108K distances. Held on the beautiful trails at Tyler State Park!

Faire of Champions - High Seas Adventure

When: 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Where: 4033 An County Road 2212, Palestine
Cost: $15-$28

It’s the final weekend in the 2023 season of Faire of Champions, and it’s Pirate weekend! Join us for an epic end to this great season.

Mosaic Market

When: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: True Vine Brewing Company/Sola Break Co, Tyler
Cost: Free

Under the True Vine Brewing pavilion! Pastry, sourdough, wood fired pizza, strawberry & classic mimosas, LIVE music on the pavilion stage and the absolute best local artisans, farmers & creatives. Shop small & support your local businesses with a little something for everyone!

Pleasant Hill Quilters and the Oral History of the Underground Railroad and the Secret Quilt Codes

When: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Winnsboro City Civic, Winnsboro
Cost: $20

HYPE kicks off black history month with The Pleasant Hill Quilters and the Oral History of the Underground Railroad and the Secret Quilt Codes. All proceeds will go to the Old Rock Station Project Renovation.

Seed Library Kick-Off

When: 10:30 AM
Where: Marshall Public Library
Cost: Free

MPL Seed Library is an initiative to provide FREE seeds to the community, encourage spending time outdoors, and assist your goals for growing something amazing! We invite anyone interested in having seeds for gardening to see what we have available. We are beginning with a wide variety of seeds donated by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company, Ferry-Morse Seed Company, and Park Seed Company. To keep our Seed Library going, we hope that seed-borrowers will save some seeds at the end of the growing season for return to the library.

100 Year Celebration of George Washington Carver Tour

When: Noon - 3:00 PM
Where: Texas African American Museum, Tyler
Cost: Reserve your spot here

100 Years Ago this week, George Washington Carver Toured Tyler Texas for a public speaking engagement at Texas College of Tyler on the Tuesday evening of January 30, 1923. George Washington Carver Tour was arranged under the auspices of Jarvis Christian Institute in Hawkins, Texas.

New Moon Market

When: Noon - 4:00 PM
Where: The Square in Downtown Tyler
Cost: Free

The Amazing Chemistry Show

When: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: First Baptist Church, Downtown Tyler
Cost: $5 per person | $25 per family

You and your family are invited to The Amazing Chemistry Show on January 29 from 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm. The Amazing Chemistry Show is a production filled with fire, explosions and foam, all set to music. With audience involvement, laughter, and fun, the message of Jesus Christ is clearly communicated using powerful illustrations. We will be offering child care for Babies - 2 yr old children. 3 yr olds and up are welcome to join us for this day full of food and fun!

Lufkin Art Walk

When: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Historic Downtown Lufkin
Cost: Free

Join us for the very first Historic Downtown Lufkin Art Walk! Support the arts and shop unique handmade artwork from local talent from deep east Texas hosted by Lufkin Creative and the charming local businesses downtown. Enjoy live music and be a inspired by all of the creative energy at this wonderful event. Don’t miss out on all the fun!

Poses & Pints

When: 2:00 PM
Where: Oil Horse Brewing Company, Longview
Cost: $20

Come join us for 1 hr of Yoga follow by pints of beer(and or rooter). Kait will walk us through our class and this is meant for all levels of yogis!

Kilgore Cruise Night

When: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Kilgore Mercantile & Music, Kilgore
Cost: Free

It’s a Cruise-In hosted by the Lone Star Lug Nuts Car Club of east Texas. All vehicles are welcome, Classic Cars, Hot Rods, Dragsters, Trucks, Buses, Motorcyles, - if it’s got wheels and your proud of it, bring it to the show! Free door prizes every month and the local merchants get involved with entertainment, shopping, Ice Cream Parlor, Snow Cones, Restraunts, and more. It’s always fun and Kilgore loves you!

Game Night at Postmasters

When: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: The Historic Landmark Post Office, Jacksonville
Cost: Free

Bring your friends, family and some of your favorite games to the shop because game night is back for 2023!

We will have all our coffee and tea drinks, smoothies, and food items available. So come ready to snack, drink, and WIN!

East Texas Symphony Orchestra - The General

When: 7:30 PM
Where: UT Tyler Cowan Center, Tyler
Cost: $22-$69

The America Film Institute ranks Buster Keaton’s The General as the 18th best American film of all time. Experience a screening of this classic silent film, with the soundtrack performed live by the ETSO and conductor Richard Lee.

Keaton was famous for his deadpan humor and dangerous stunt work. Both are showcased in this story of a Confederate soldier who must recapture his beloved locomotive after it is seized by Union spies and return it through enemy lines.

Always a Bridesmaid

When: 7:30 PM
Where: Pittsburg High School, Pittsburg
Cost: $5-$15

A Salute to Conway & Loretta

When: 7:30 PM
Where: Memorial City Hall Performance Center
Cost: $30-$40

There’s never been a more dynamic country music duo than Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn!!!

Now, the torch has been passed to the next generation...Tayla Lynn and Tre Twitty. It’s a must see show with Tayla and Tre delivering their iconic grandparents super hits!! Along with stories behind the songs, Tayla will bring on the laughs and sometimes the tears with her stories about traveling on the road with her Memaw. Tre Twitty is Conway’s grandson and with his smooth style and delivery you’ll feel that his Poppy is right back on that stage!! It’s a tribute you don’t wanna miss!!

All Star Improv

When: 8:00 PM
Where: The Understudy, Tyler
Cost: Free

Improv Comedy from some of the best in Texas!

Stand Up ft. Jimmy Nelson

When: 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Where: Rose City Comedy, Tyler
Cost: $15-$30

It’s another amazing night of Stand-Up! This Saturday Rose City Comedy welcomes Jimmy Nelson along with featuring act Scott Crisp!

SUNDAY, 1/29

Faire of Champions - High Seas Adventure

When: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: 4033 An County Road 2212, Palestine
Cost: $15-$28

It’s the final weekend in the 2023 season of Faire of Champions, and it’s Pirate weekend! Join us for an epic end to this great season.

Sunday Market in Quitman Park

When: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Gov. Jim Hogg City Park, Quitman
Cost: Free

Enjoy a day at Jim Hogg Park in Quitman EVERY LAST SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH!

The Marian Anderson Quartet

When: 2:00 PM
Where: Museum of East Texas, Lufkin
Cost: Free

In collaboration with the Museum of East Texas, Angelina Arts is thrilled to bring family-oriented entertainment options to the Lufkin community through their Sights & Sounds Series.

Always a Bridesmaid

When: 3:00 PM
Where: Pittsburg High School, Pittsburg
Cost: $5-$15

Family Movie Night

When: 5:00 PM
Where: New Hope Baptist Church, Big Sandy
Cost: Free

Join us for family movie night at NHBC on January 29th at 5pm. We will be showing “Flywheel”. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. Movie will be shown inside the Memorial Building. Bring chairs, blankets, pillows and whatever else you might need. Invite your friends, all are welcome to attend!

*All dates and information are subject to change. Contact us if there are changes to the schedule or if we left anything out

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