HELEN LEE ESTATE DAFFODIL GARDENS (Mid Feb - Early March 2010)
The birth of Spring is beautifully displayed each year when the daffodils are in bloom. Open to the public free of charge (donations are accepted) from 10 A. M. to 4 P. M. seven days a week during blooming season. Located 6 miles south of Gladewater and about 6 miles north of I-20 (exit 451A) just off of CR 3104. For more detailed information and directions call 903-845-5501. For group tour information call 903-845-5180. Sponsored by the Helen Lee Foundation.
25TH ANNUAL EAST TEXAS GUSHER DAYS (April 10, 16, 17 & 24, 2010)
Enjoy a variety of events revolving around the nostalgia of the Oil Boom Days! A Golf Tournament and Bike Rally(April 10); Kick Off Luncheon April 16); Heritage Parade, Chili Cook-Off, Antique Car Show, Hip Hop Amusements, Hushpuppy Bark Off, live musical entertainment, arts & crafts, food concessions and commercial area (April 17) and Lake Gladewater Big Bass Classic (April 24) Booth space reservations call 903-845-5501 or 800-627-0315 www.gusherdays.com April 10, 16, 17, 24, 2010
ART EVENT (April 30 - May 2, 2010)
Sponsored by the Gladewater Council for the Arts to be held at The Center (201 E. Quitman)
6TH ANNUAL APRON STRINGS: TIES TO THE PAST (May 8, 2010)
Join us Mothers Day weekend as we look at the history of the apron from necessity to accessory….And honor those who wore them. The Antique District will be lined with fabulous vintage aprons which will no doubt bring back memories sure to warm our hearts.
73rd ANNUAL GLADEWATER ROUND-UP RODEO (June 9 - 12, 2010)
Since 1937, Gladewater has featured one of the best known, nationally sanctioned PRCA rodeos in America-featuring a lavish parade, chuck-wagon cook-off and street dance (June 5), Cowboy Prayer Breakfast (June 6), Slack (June 8), and four days of old-west-style, bronco-busing rodeo. For reservations (after Memorial Day) call 903-845-5126. Sponsored by the Gladewater Rodeo Association. www.gladewaterrodeo.com
FIREWORKS DISPLAY AT LAKE GLADEWATER (July 4, 2010)
Annual Boat Parade contest sponsored by Austin Bank at approximately 8 p.m. and Fireworks display at dusk.
37TH ANNUAL ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL (September 18 - 19, 2010)
Arts, woodcrafts, handcrafts, ceramics, dolls, needlework, jewelry, clothing, homemade goodies from local non-profit organization and much more! Sponsored by the Gladewater Chamber of Commerce. HANDCRAFTED ITEMS ONLY. 903-845-5501 or 800-627-0315 www.gladewaterartsandcrafts.com
Antique District Pancake Breakfast (Saturday only)
7TH ANNUAL GLADEWATER BLACK RODEO (October 2, 2010)
Gladewater Rodeo Arena. One of the Largest Rodeos of Color. For more information contact Frank “Penny” Edwards 903-918-6023 or www.realcowboyassociation.com.
CHRISTMAS TYME IN “Gusherville” (Starts November 13, 2010)
The Gladewater Antique District Association will begin the Celebration of Christmas with unique festivities downtown. Seasonal entertainment, dealer’s specials, Texas Style Hospitality. Stores open late November 13, 2010. THINK ANTIQUES FOR CHRISTMAS!
CHRISTMAS PARADE (December 7, 2010)
In the air there’s a feeling of CHRISTMAS as the Gladewater Chamber of Commerce hails the coming of Christmas and offers a warm winter welcome to all East Texas visitors with a gigantic Christmas Parade on the first Tuesday in December at 6 p.m.
COMMUNITY DINNER (December 9, 2010)
Spaghetti Dinner and all the trimmings held at the Gladewater High School Cafeteria. Proceeds going towards Christmas Lighting.
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA (December 11, 2010)
Bring the little ones for breakfast and picture with Santa at 9 a.m.
TOUR OF HOMES (December 11, 2010)
Sponsored by the Gladewater Antique District. 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Antique shops are open Tuesday-Saturday 10-5 and Sunday 1-5. Most are CLOSED ON MONDAY’S. Visitor information call 903.845.5501 or 800.6527.0315, Fax 903.845.6326, e mail gladewatercoc@suddenlinkmail.com , write Chamber of Commerce, POB 1409, 215 N. Main, Gladewater, TX 75647, or website www.gladewaterchamber.com |
