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Palestine Convention and Visitors Bureau
825 Spring Street
Palestine, TX 75801
903-723-3014 • 800-659-3484 • Fax: 903-729-6067
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Nestled in the pine-clad hills of East Texas, you'll find Palestine, home of the Texas State Railroad, a charming city where the contrast of old and new provides a unique environment. Gracious, romantic Victorian homes are neighbors to modern hotels and restaurants. Museums and historical sites share the city with businesses and four-lane highways. Those who revel in the glories of the past will find an abundance of historical markers, quaint old streets, charming bed and breakfasts and a number of antique shops.

Take advantage of this natural paradise, for wildlife abounds in Palestine. The outdoorsmen will enjoy Gus Engeling Wildlife Management Area, Palestine's Community Forest and Lake Palestine, offering a variety of sporting and recreational activities. The changing seasons welcome everyone - those who respond to the radiant beauty of the Dogwood blossoms in the spring or the blaze of color in the fall. In addition to the beautiful fall colors, Palestine offers Fall Oktober Fest in October. A walk through the winding trails and gentle hills can answer your quest for a renewal of spirits. "Embrace Nature" in Palestine, Texas.

For further information, contact Palestine Convention and Visitors Bureau

 


The Texas State Railroad - A Texas Treasure January-December
What: Historic steam and diesel train excursions that travel through the scenic Piney Woods and creek bottoms of East Texas. As you travel through the rolling hills between Palestine and Rusk enjoy viewing magnificent natural beauty and abundant wildlife. Open Year Round!
Where: Palestine Depot, Park Rd. 70 Hwy 84 E
Admission: Adults $34, Children (ages 3-11) $17 Climate controlled coaches available
Contact: Texas State Railroad • www.TexasStateRR.com • 1-888-987-2461
   

Dogwood Jamboree Country Music Concerts March 1, June 21, Aug. 16, Oct. 25, & Dec. 6
What: Country Music Concerts, Branson Style entertainment for the entire family.
Where: Palestine Civic Center, Hwy 19N at Loop 256
Admission: Call for pricing
Contact: (903) 723-6291, (903) 723-3014 or 1-800-659-3484
   

Annual Texas Dogwood Trails Celebration March 22-23, 29-30 & April 5-6
What: Palestine, TX, celebrates spring amid the Dogwood blossoms, with events planned for each of the three weekends, including a Dogwood Festival Parade, Arts and Crafts booths, a Dulcimer Festival at the Museum for East Texas Culture, Live music, Texas Theatre productions, car shows and more.
Where: Downtown and Old Town Palestine
Admission: Call for pricing
Contact: CVB, (903) 723-3014 or 800-659-3484 for tourism information , Chamber of Commerce, (903) 729-6066 for vendor and parade applications www.VisitPalestine.com
   

Old Time Music and Dulcimer Festival March 27-29
What: Concerts, lessons, fun
Where: Museum For East Texas Culture at Reagan Park - 400 Micheaux Avenue
Admission:
Contact: (903) 723-1914, Museum - (903) 923-3014 or 1-800-659-3434 - Palestine CVB www.visitpalestine.com
   

Heritage Balloon Festival May 23-24
What: Balloon flighgts and glows, booths, fun
Where: This event takes place at the Palestine Municipal Airport.
Admission:
Contact: (903) 723-3014 or 1-800-659-3484, Palestine CVB, or (903) 723-1914, Museum for East Texas Culture. www.VisitPalestine.com
   

Fall Oktoberfest October 25
What: Fall Festival. Events include a parade; live music; Arts/Crafts & food booths in Downtown and Old Town; Oktoberfest in the Hollow; a Dogwood Jamboree Country Music Concert at the Palestine Civic Center, and a live theater production.
Where: Citywide
Admission: Call for Pricing
Contact: (903) 723-3014 or 1-800-659-3484 for tourism information (903) 729-6066 for vendor/parade information.
   

Anderson County Concert Association Musical Events March 4, September 23
What: "On Broadway" and "Tribute to Benny Goodman"
Where: Palestine Civic Center
Admission: Call for Pricing
Contact: 903-391-0086 or 903-723-3014
   

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