Lubbock Texas Event Calendars Online!
January
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday
806 762 3612
Events honoring the late civil rights leader include an awards banquet recognizing
business and individuals who exemplify King's dream, and community wide worship service.
February
University Day at Texas Tech University
806 742 2136
University Day gives prospective students and their parents the opportunity to attend
academic information sessions, campus tours, and student organization fairs.
March
A Cork and Fork Affair - Taste of Lubbock
806 788 0035
Taste the finest cuisine and wines from Lubbock's best restaurants and local Texas
wineries at this annual event.
Texas Cotton Ginners Association
806 747 5232
One of the South Plains' premier agricultural events, the annual Texas Cotton Ginners
Association convention and trade show includes a banquet and dance. Attendance is
estimated at nearly 6,000 ginners, growers, and industry representatives, who will see
almost 200 exhibits at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center.
April
Lubbock Arts Festival
806 744 2787
This annual festival at the South Plains Fairgrounds features arts and crafts in the
Artists Market, works by nationally recognized artists in the Gallery, music and dance
performances, and a children's area where future artist can develop their creativity.
May
Cinco de Mayo
806 762 5059
Tex-Mex and authentic Mexican food, mariachis, Ballet Folklorico, and top names in Tejano
music highlight the celebration of Mexico's victory in battle with France.
Lubbock Business Expo
806 763 4666
Held in the Lubbock Memorial civic center, the Business Expo is the Lubbock Chamber of
commerce's annual business-to-business trade show. Businesses can exhibit their
products and services to more than 4,000 attendees.
June
High Noon concert Series
806 744 2787
Every Wednesday, from June through august, the gazebo on the grounds of the County
courthouse serves as a stage for local musicians who perform for about 45 minutes
beginning at 12:10 p.m.
Juneteenth Celebration
806 763 0853
One June 19, 1865, slaves in Texas learned of the Emancipation Proclamation and gained
their freedom. The celebrations that followed were identified as Juneteenth.
Lubbockites celebrate the day of independence in Mae Simmons community center and Park.
July
Apple County
806 892 2961
Apple harvesting season begins in July and continues through October. Hi Plains
Orchards, located four miles east of Idalou on Highway 62/82, features a 6,000-tree
orchard for apple picking , a tearoom, a bakery, and a gift shop.
Fourth on Broadway
806 749 2929
fourth of July festivities include a parade and street fair of music, a children's
activity center, crafts, games, food, a symphonic concert, and a fireworks display.
August
Grape Crush
Wine connoisseurs and enthusiastic novices alike are fascinated by the annual grape
harvesting and crushing done by West Texas wineries.
September
Buddy Holly Music festival
806 747 5232
Music fans from around the world flock to this street festival that features food,
entertainment, tours, and celebrity appearances in the historic depot district in downtown
Lubbock.
Fiestas Del Llano
806 762 5059
Each fall, this festival celebrates the pride and national heritage of Mexican-Americans.
The tree-day fiesta culminates with Diez y Seis de Septiembre - the September 16
celebration of the Mexican national holiday that commemorates the victory of the Mexican
Army over Spanish in the Batalla de Puebla. Ethnic food, entertainment, and dancing
at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center add to the fun.
Garden and Arts Fiesta
806 767 3724
This fall festival includes booths, displays, demonstration, live entertainment, and
refreshments.
National Cowboy Symposium and Celebration
806 795 2455
This celebration of western heritage includes cowboy poets, musicians, storytellers,
crafts, and cook-offs. Lubbock has the nation's largest event of its kind, drawing
international participants to the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center.
Panhandle
South Plains fair
806 763 2833
This annual fair features midway carnival rides, horse and livestock shows, commercial and
industrial exhibits, a flower festival, women's and educational exhibits, and
competitions. Well-Known entertainers appear annually.
October
Farmer Stockman show
806 744 7134
This three-day agricultural trade show features more than 300 exhibits, including field
demonstrations at the Lubbock city Farm.
Grape Day
806 745 2258
The Llano Estacado Winery celebrated the end of the grape harvest with an all-day party
that includes food, music, tours, and a wine tasting.
Texas Tech Intercollegiate Rodeo
806 742 2455
Texas Tech University hosts the world's largest indoor collegiate rodeo, with teams
competing from West Texas and New Mexico at the Lubbock Municipal Coliseum
November
Holiday Happening
806 794 8874
The Junior league of Lubbock offers a special holiday crafts show at the Lubbock Memorial
Civic Center.
December
Candlelight at the Ranching Heritage Center
806 742 2498
Thousands of West Texas annually descend upon the Ranching Heritage center near the Museum
of Texas Tech University for its annual Christmas ceremony, where volunteers in period
dress welcome visitors who may view holiday celebrations as they took place in pioneer
times.
Lights on Broadway and Texas Tech Carol of Lights
806 742 2136 806 749 2929
The Christmas season is celebrated with the lighting of the Texas Tech University campus
and business along Broadway. The celebration also includes a parade, food court, and
festival of trees.
The Nutcracker
806 785 3090
ballet Lubbock marks the Christmas season with a production of this timeless classic at
the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center.
Other Events
God's Country
806 675 2331
The Blanco Canyon musical prairie drama takes place in July in the great outdoors just 40
miles east of Lubbock near Crosbyton.
Old Mill Trade Days
806 495 3529
held on the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday before the first Monday of each month at the
Historic Postex Mill in Post, Texas, the Old Mill Trade Days feature arts and crafts,
antiques, collectibles, concession, and entertainment.
Summer concerts in the Park
806 775 2675
Various well-known Lubbock musicians perform in local parks on Sunday evenings during the
summer. Lubbockites are invited to bring lawn chairs and picnics as guest of
neighborhood associations. the Lubbock Youth Orchestra and theater groups stage
outdoor productions throughout the summer.
Texas
806 665 2181
This musical extravaganza is performed in a natural amphitheater in majestic Palo Duro
Canyon State Park, located near Amarillo. a 600-foot cliff serves as the backdrop as
80 singers, dancers, and musicians take visitors back to the Old West. the season
runs from June through August.