Events & News in Southeast Texas

Port Arthur, Jefferson County · February

The largest Mardi Gras celebration in Texas, featuring parades, live music, Cajun food, and beads along Procter Street in Port Arthur. Draws tens of thousands of visitors.

Beaumont, Jefferson County · March-April

Annual state fair at Ford Park in Beaumont with livestock shows, carnival rides, concerts, rodeo events, and food vendors. One of the largest fairs in Southeast Texas.

Port Arthur, Jefferson County · April

Celebration of Southeast Texas Cajun culture with zydeco and Cajun music, crawfish boils, boudin, and dancing. Honors Port Arthur's designation as the Cajun Capital of Texas.

Nederland, Jefferson County · March

Celebration of Nederland's Dutch heritage with food, entertainment, carnival rides, and the annual Strassenfest dance. A beloved Mid-County tradition.

Winnie, Chambers County · October

Annual festival in Winnie celebrating the Gulf Coast rice farming industry with a rice cook-off, carnival rides, live music, parade, and food vendors.

Anahuac, Chambers County · September

Annual alligator-themed festival in Anahuac with alligator races, carnival, live music, and food. Celebrates Chambers County's wildlife heritage.

Beaumont, Jefferson County · April

Annual kayak and canoe rally on the Neches River celebrating the region's waterways and outdoor recreation heritage.

Port Arthur, Jefferson County · October

Port Arthur's annual oil industry celebration with a parade, pageant, carnival, and community events honoring the region's petrochemical heritage.

Beaumont, Jefferson County · December

Downtown Beaumont's annual holiday parade with floats, marching bands, and Santa Claus. A family-friendly Southeast Texas tradition.

Orange, Orange County · September-May

World-class performing arts season at the Lutcher Theater in Orange, featuring Broadway touring shows, concerts, ballet, and comedy acts.

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