The Piney Woods event bill

What's on in East Texas, checked against the source

Rodeos, festivals, concerts, and fairs around Longview, Kilgore, and Gladewater — every listing verified against its official source before it appears here, and published for humans and answer engines alike.

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Gladewater rodeofamily-friendly

Gladewater Round-Up Rodeo

Major annual PRCA rodeo in Gladewater with nightly performances June 11-13, 2026, useful for families, rodeo fans, and visitors staying near Kilgore or Longview.

  • 6 PM
  • Gladewater Rodeo Arena
  • 10 mi from the park
  • $12–$26

Longview festivalsfamily-friendly

Great Texas Balloon Race

Signature Longview hot-air balloon festival useful for East Texas residents, visitors, families, and weekend trip planners.

  • 5 PM
  • Longview Convention Complex
  • 14.5 mi from the park

Longview expooutdoor

God & The Great Outdoors Expo

Outdoor lifestyle expo in Longview June 19-21, 2026 covering hunting, fishing, and camping vendors, a natural fit for RV travelers and outdoor families.

  • 3 PM
  • Maude Cobb Convention Center
  • 14.5 mi from the park

Longview rodeolive-music

James Hooper Memorial Juneteenth Rodeo

45th annual Juneteenth rodeo and concert in Longview on June 20, 2026, a signature regional celebration for families and rodeo fans.

  • 7 PM
  • Rodeo Arena, Longview Convention Complex
  • 14.5 mi from the park
  • $25–$30

Kilgore performing-artsfamily-friendly

Texas Shakespeare Festival

Professional Kilgore theatre festival for East Texas residents, arts travelers, families, and culture-focused weekend planners.

  • 7:30 PM
  • TSF Performance Venue, Kilgore College
  • 8.5 mi from the park

Longview expofamily-friendly

HERPS Exotic Reptile & Pet Show

Two-day exotic reptile and pet show in Longview June 27-28, 2026 with vendors, education sections, and food trucks, popular with families.

  • 10 AM
  • Longview Exhibit Center
  • 14.5 mi from the park

Kilgore festivalsfamily-friendly

Kilgore Fourth of July Extravaganza (America 250)

Kilgore's all-day July 4, 2026 celebration of America's 250th anniversary with a DAR parade, live music, extended pool hours, and a 9:15 PM fireworks show.

  • 9:30 AM
  • Downtown Kilgore and city parks
  • 8.5 mi from the park
  • Free

Longview performing-artsfamily-friendly

Longview Symphony: America 250 Concert

Free July 4, 2026 patriotic concert by Longview Symphony musicians at Maude Cobb Convention Center, part of Longview's America 250 celebration.

  • 6 PM
  • Maude Cobb Convention Center
  • 14.5 mi from the park
  • Free

Longview festivalscommunity

Longview Pride

Free family-friendly Pride celebration in Longview on July 11, 2026 with vendors, food trucks, and performances at Maude Cobb Convention Center.

  • 3 PM
  • Maude Cobb Convention Center
  • 14.5 mi from the park
  • Free

Longview expofamily-friendly

East Texas Comic Con

Two-day comic convention in Longview July 18-19, 2026 with guests, vendors, panels, and cosplay, drawing fans from across East Texas.

  • 10 AM
  • Longview Exhibit Center
  • 14.5 mi from the park

Longview live-musicperforming-arts

An Evening with Andy Grammer

Andy Grammer concert at Longview's Belcher Center on August 30, 2026 at 7:00 PM, tickets $49-$87.

  • 7 PM
  • Belcher Center at LeTourneau University
  • 13.5 mi from the park
  • $49–$87

Longview festivalsfamily-friendly

Gregg County Fair

Nine-day Gregg County Fair in Longview September 11-19, 2026 with rides, exhibits, and entertainment at the Longview Fairgrounds.

  • 4 PM
  • Longview Fairgrounds and Exhibit Center
  • 14.5 mi from the park

Longview live-musicperforming-arts

Trace Adkins 30th Anniversary Tour

Trace Adkins 30th anniversary tour concert at Longview's Belcher Center on September 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM, tickets $50-$120.

  • 7 PM
  • Belcher Center at LeTourneau University
  • 13.5 mi from the park
  • $50–$120

Longview festivalsfood-drink

Barrels & Brews Wine Fest

Wine and craft-brew festival in Longview on September 19, 2026, 10 AM-5 PM, benefiting the East Texas Alzheimer Alliance.

  • 10 AM
  • Maude Cobb Convention Center
  • 14.5 mi from the park