If you’re looking for some fun in the sun the weekend prior to the July 4th holiday, then don’t miss Bella Vista Lake Fest on Saturday, June 30, 2018, at beautiful Lake Palestine. Enjoy fun for the whole family including beach activities, live music, illusionist performance, food trucks, drink tents,... [read more]
Be a tourist in your own town and explore the Main Street District in Palestine, TX. It covers 44 blocks including downtown, Old Town, and the courthouse. You’ll find historic architecture, shopping, antiques, restaurants, and more.
Downtown Palestine Attractions
Downtown Palestine is home to the historic Texas Theatre. The structure, which opened... [read more]
If you’re a true Texan, you know that “Texas heat” doesn’t just refer to the temperature outdoors. We’re also big fans of spicy heat, the kind that comes from the vibrant, diverse, deceptively innocent-looking hot pepper. It’s for the love of that kind of heat that the Hot Pepper Festival... [read more]
Mark your calendars! The Dogwood Jamboree returns to Palestine High School on Saturday, June 16, 2018. This is the fourteenth year for the jamboree and this year’s theme is “Lone Star Country.” Bring the whole family out for this Branson style show and enjoy great country music, comedic performances, and... [read more]
Let’s face it: the Texas heat is no joke. When it comes to outdoor activities during the summer in Palestine, TX, your first thought is probably where you can stay cool. Well, nothing beats these water-related destinations this summer:
Palestine Municipal Pool
The Steven Bennett Aquatic Center is the site of the... [read more]
It just doesn’t get any more summery than an outdoor festival celebrating the season’s favorite produce, the tomato. Red, ripe, and juicy, this fruit (yes, fruit – not vegetable) takes center stage for a day of fun, food, and festivities on June 9, 2018, for downtown Jacksonville’s 34th annual Tomato... [read more]
If you’re interested in losing weight or simply looking to start a better diet, what better way is there than to begin your journey by visiting top vegetarian-friendly restaurants in the area? In Palestine, there are several restaurants worth taking a look at.
Switch Brick Over Pizzeria & Wine Bar
At Switch... [read more]
It’s the moment of truth. All you need is to knock down two more pins and you’ll beat all the other players’ scores in the game. The problem? It’s the infamous 7-10 split staring back at you from the other end of the bowling lane.
As your friends playfully tease you... [read more]
It may not be officially summer yet, but that yearly flurry of June weddings is just around the corner. And whether you’re currently engaged and planning your special day or looking ahead, there’s no time like now to check out some of the best spots in East Texas to say... [read more]
If you’re from around these parts – or even if you’re just visiting – you know that life in East Texas can be pretty colorful. Yes, the so-called Pine Curtain could be the setting for all sorts of fictional foibles. The playwrights who penned Pretty, Texas, knew that. That would... [read more]
