The quaint town of Palestine, Texas, is in full bloom each spring as they celebrate the beautiful dogwood season. This year’s Dogwood Trails Celebration takes place March 21 through April 6. Visitors enjoy the delicate beauty of the dogwood trees in Davey Dogwood Park and the surrounding area. Activities are scheduled each weekend to include special excursion train rides at the Texas State Railroad, the Farm & Flower Market, and a play at the historic Texas Theatre. Fairy Garden Trails take place from dawn to dusk March 22 to April 30 in Davey Dogwood Park. The park has five and a half miles of driving trails and those who walk onto the trails find hidden fairy gardens.
Texas State Railroad opened its 2025 season on March 7 with regular journeys through the picturesque East Texas landscape on the enchanting Piney Woods Train Excursion. For more details and to check the full schedule, visit www.texasstaterailroad.net.
The Dogwood Arts Council is hosting a VIP Art Event on March 21. The evening celebrates art, community, and culture takes place at the Farmers Market Pavilion. A carefully curated selection of artwork from talented local and regional artists is showcased in an elegant and inviting atmosphere. Guests indulge in delicious appetizers and drinks from local restaurants and distributors while enjoying music and interactive fundraising activities. Casual networking and opportunities to engage with artists is encouraged. On Saturday, March 22, the Dogwood Arts Council hosts a free art show at Farmers Market Pavilion.
The 1836 is April 11-13 with wagon races, rodeos, trail rides, live music, and more. For a complete schedule of events, visit www.The1836.com.
Go to www.VisitPalestine.com for a full list of spring adventures in the official Dogwood Trails Capital of Texas.
