SETX Directory

Events in Southeast Texas

Discover festivals, networking events, community gatherings, and more across the Golden Triangle.

Jul4

Fourth of July Celebration

Celebrate Independence Day with family-friendly activities, culminating in a spectacular fireworks display from the seawall.

12:00 AMLamar State College-Port Arthur, Port Arthur
communityFree
Sep1

Mexican Heritage Festival

Enjoy traditional Mexican cooking, dance, dress, and music at the Mexican Heritage Festival in Port Arthur. The festival also features a queens’ pageant and a children’s costume contest, just two fun events that are part of this mid-September celebration.

12:00 AMPort Arthur, Port Arthur
festivalPaid
Sep1

Mexican Heritage Fiesta

Join the celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month with pageants, programs, and colorful heritage dancing.

12:00 AMOur Lady of Guadalupe Shrine, Port Arthur
festivalFree
Sep10

Mexican Heritage Fiesta

The Mexican Heritage Fiesta features pageants, programs, and vibrant heritage dancing, celebrating culture and tradition during National Hispanic Heritage Month.

12:00 AMOur Lady of Guadalupe Shrine, Port Arthur
communityPaid
Sep10

Mexican Heritage Festival

A vibrant celebration filled with traditional Mexican cooking, dance, and music, as well as contests and activities for families.

12:00 AMPort Arthur Community Center, Port Arthur
festivalPaid
Sep19

Catch these rides on Pleasure Island

Experience the thrill on Pleasure Island with cars, trucks, motorcycles, and slingshots. Food trucks and family fun await you for an exciting day outdoors!

12:00 AMPleasure Island, Port Arthur
festivalPaid
Oct1

Groves Pecan Festival

The Groves Pecan Festival offers a variety of fun activities, focusing on food and carnival atmosphere for everyone to enjoy.

12:00 AMGroves City Park, Port Arthur
foodPaid
Oct1

CavOILcade Parade

CavOILcade is a tribute to the oil industry that has been a Port Arthur favorite since 1953. The event includes a style show, parade, and queen’s coronation.

12:00 AMPort Arthur, Port Arthur
festivalPaid
Nov1

Groves Pecan Festival

Go nuts at the Groves Pecan Festival, a celebration of all things pecan, with competition, carnival rides, live entertainment, and a parade.

12:00 AMGroves, Port Arthur
festivalPaid
Nov1

Christmas Tree Trails

Kick off the holiday season with a trail of beautifully decorated Christmas trees and festive shopping opportunities.

12:00 AMGroves City Park and surrounding areas, Port Arthur
communityFree
Dec1

Port Arthur Parades

Experience the magic of the holidays with four distinct parades held across Port Arthur, featuring festive themes and holiday cheer.

12:00 AMVarious Locations, Port Arthur
communityFree
Dec1

Lighted Cultural Holiday Parade

Ring in the holiday season with Port Arthur’s downtown parade that incorporates all the diverse cultures that give the city its unique identity.

12:00 AMPort Arthur, Port Arthur
festivalPaid
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