15 Things To Do Around East Texas This Weekend – June 27
(East Texas) It will definitely feel like summer in East Texas this weekend. It's our first full weekend of summer, and temperatures are expected to hover close to the century mark. With so much sunshine and temperatures close to 100°, East Texans will be trying to cool off at a community pool, a splash pad, a waterpark, or at the lake.
If cooling off in water isn't for you, then you'll be seeking refuge in an air-conditioned room. That could be me this weekend, conserving my energy for America's 250th celebration next weekend during the 4th of July. There is going to be so much to do next weekend—parties with family and friends, fireworks shows, and much more.
Some of those July 4 celebrations are happening this weekend.
Here's a look at what's happening this weekend in East Texas
For more information or to purchase tickets for any listed ticketed event, click or tap the event name to go to its official page for tickets and additional details.
Broadway Square Mall Carnival
through Saturday
Broadway Square Mall - Tyler
Kick off summer by riding your favorite carnival rides, eating carnival food, playing games to win prizes, and having a fun time with the family at Broadway Square Mall. Get your tickets and armbands now and have a fun time welcoming summer to East Texas.
Family Fireworks Celebration 2026
Friday 6p-10p
17002 US 69 South - Tyler
Celebrate America 250 early with the annual Family Fireworks Celebration. This is a fun family event that will feature food trucks, giveaways, activities, and fireworks at dusk. Gates open at 6, and fireworks go off when the sun goes down. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and people! This is a free event. Food trucks will require payment.
Farmer's Markets
Purchase local and support local farmers. Farmers have been busy growing crops for you to enjoy. Shop local produce, homemade goods, products, and more at these East Texas farmers' markets.
Saturday 8a-1p
101 W Front St - Mineola
Saturday 8a-12n
111 E Carnegie St - Winnsboro
Tyler - Rose City Farmer's Market
Saturday 8a-12n
221 S Broadway Ave - Tyler
Saturday 7a-12m
back side of Broadway Square Mall - Tyler
Service Clubs Benefit Car Show
Saturday @ 8a-12n
1150 N Newsom St - Mineola
The full class car show will feature many classic cars and trucks and is a benefit fundraiser for the Mineola Service Clubs. The car show will be held at the Mineola Civic Center and RV Park. Registration to participate is required.
Rose City Auto and Cycle Show
Saturday 8a-3p
415 Fair Park Dr - Tyler
Annual Auto & Cycle show benefiting our scholarship fund! Plenty of food and product vendors will be in attendance. The event is free for spectators. There is a fee for participation and display of the vehicle.
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29th annual ETGMS Gem and Mineral Show
Saturday and Sunday
420 Rose Park Dr - Tyler
Experience the wonders of the mineral world at this year’s 29th Annual East Texas Gem & Mineral Show!
For nearly three decades, the East Texas Gem & Mineral Society — a local nonprofit — has brought together exhibitors, demonstrations, vendors, prizes, auctions, games, and the famous Rock Food Table to delight rockhounds of all ages. It’s a fun, family‑friendly event where curiosity and discovery shine.
Even better, your attendance helps support local nonprofits, educators, and small businesses throughout East Texas. There is an admission fee to attend this event.
Let's Talk About Tractors
Saturday 9a-10a
214 N Fredonia - Longview
Tiny Thinkers will get to explore the exciting world of tractors through the wheels exhibit!
Little learners will discover how tractors work, what they do, and why they're such important machines. Enjoy hands-on activities, stories, and plenty of wheel-themed fun designed just for curious young minds.
This event will take place at the Gregg County Historical Museum.
Art In The Park
Saturday 10a-11a
455 State Park Road 17 - Daingerfield
Bring the family out to Daingerfield State Park to create and take home the art that you create. Art supplies will be provided. The event is free to attend; state park admission is required.
Freedom Fest
Saturday 4:30p-9:30p
5662 White Oak Rd - Big Sandy
Freedom Fest is happening at Revere Farms in Big Sandy. It'll be an afternoon full of activities and fun featuring local vendors, food trucks, water slides, hot air balloons, live music, and topped off with a drone show. There is an admission fee to attend.
Movie In The Park - Lufkin
Saturday 6p-10p
5104 S First St - Lufkin
The Movies In The Park series continues with a free showing of Holes at the Naranjo Museum of Natural History. Bring your blankets, chairs, and favorite movie snacks for the flick, and the playground at the museum will be open for the event.
Lufkin's Summer In The City 2026
Saturday 7p-10p
105 N 1st St - Lufkin
Summer in the City returns to Downtown Lufkin on Saturday evenings and will be full of music, movies, dancing, and community fun! The event will take place on Cotton Square and is free to attend. Food trucks and drink sales begin at 7 PM, and the featured event begins at 8 PM. This Saturday, it's Family Movie Night at the Square
Celebrate Freedom
Sunday @ 8:30p
1607 Troup Hwy - Tyler
It will be an evening of fellowship, delicious food from local food trucks, and a spectacular drone and fireworks show as we celebrate the freedom we have in Christ!
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