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Oct 19 to Oct 21, 2018     Dallas Fan Days

Irving, TX - 500 W. Las Colinas Blvd.

One of the best comics, sci-fi, horror, anime and gaming events in Texas, filled with exciting family-friendly activities, celebrity and comic guests, and much more! - Festival is years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- , Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- , Non-food vendor apps open? No
Est. attendees-, 9722471369, See website

Oct 20 to Oct 21, 2018     Fundraiser Fall Festival

Houston, TX - 8400 Mykawa Rd

Proceeds from this Carnival will benefit; “The Periwinkle Foundation” who develops and provides programs that positively changes the lives of children, young adults - Festival is 1 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 3-4, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 15-20, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-500+, 504-446-4637, See website

Oct 27 to Oct 27, 2018     Omaha Fall Fest & Chili Cook Off

Omaha, TX - 301 E. Main Street

Chili Cook Off, The Punisher Monster Truck, Country Fair & Bake Sale, Carnival Games & Prizes, Bounce House, Bingo, Kids and Canine Costume Contests, Hat Contests, Karaoke, Food, Vendors in the Omaha City Park. - Festival is 30 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 3, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 35, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-450, (903) 563-923,

Oct 27 to Oct 27, 2018     National Championship Barbecue Cookoff

Meridian, TX - 314 River St.

Teams compete for 2018 Grand Champion, Buy People’s Choice Tickets to taste BBQ. Activities include: Carnival, Huge Car Show, Music, Vendors & Wine Tasting Tent. Hrs 9–5 Cost is $6, 12 and under free
- Festival is 31 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 10, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 40, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-3,000, 254-435-6113, See website

Nov 2 to Nov 3, 2018     Bob Wills Fiddle Festival and Contest

Greenville, TX - 2712 Lee St.

Annual citywide celebration of famed western-swing king and its music-loving culture. Free day and night dances, fiddle contest, and ticketed concerts.

- Festival is 5 years old.
Est # of food vendors- , Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- , Non-food vendor apps open? No
Est. attendees-1500, 417-543-3629, See website

Nov 10 to Nov 10, 2018     Big Star Texas Night

Burton, TX - 550 hwy 237

Enjoy music by Sean Orr and music legend Dale Watson, and mouthwatering steak/chicken dinner. - Festival is 8 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 0, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- , Non-food vendor apps open? No
Est. attendees-500, 9792514078, See website

Nov 10 to Nov 11, 2018     Turtle Creek Arts Festival

Dallas, TX - 3505 Maple Ave

Painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metalwork, glass blowers, jewelers, and crafters! Artist demonstrations, live acoustic music, an Emerging Artists Pavilion, a children’s play area, 10am-5pm - Festival is 2 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 5, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 100, Non-food vendor apps open? No
Est. attendees-10000, 4048731222, See website

Nov 16 to Jan 6, 2019     Magical Winter Lights

La Marque, TX - 1000 FM 2004

Features 8 themed sections, a Holiday Market Square with food court & shopping, the Ice Sisters and Santa Claus, acrobatic performances, Chinese arts and crafts, carnival rides & games, and so much more. - Festival is 3 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 10, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 100, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-150,000, (888) 560-585, See website

Nov 17 to Nov 18, 2018     Funky Finds Holiday Shopping Experience

Fort Worth, TX - 3337 Burnett-Tandy Dr.

Funky Finds is free two-day handmade event featuring 100+ of the area's top makers! Fundraising for the Humane Society & Toys for Tots. - Festival is 9 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 10, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 110, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-3000, 903-665-7954, See website

Nov 17 to Nov 17, 2018     Leander High Craft Market

Leander, TX - 3301 S. Bagdad Rd

Arts and Craft Vendors, Shopping, Food, Entertainment, Fun for Everyone! - Festival is 14 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 5, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 225, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-5000, 512-797-5348,

Nov 17 to Nov 18, 2018     Houston Turkish Festival

Houston, TX - 600 Louisiana street

Turkish food, coffee, live music, traditional folk dancing including the famous whirling dervishes, a kids’ corner filled with fun activities, arts & crafts, and a Grand Bazaar. - Festival is 26 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 6, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 40, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-10000, 7133096824, See website

Nov 22 to Dec 30, 2018     Prairie Lights

Grand Prairie, TX - 5610 Lake Ridge Parkway

Nightly through Dec. 30, 2018. Non-holiday Monday through Thursday, cars are $35. Prime Days (Dec. 10-21), Holidays and Friday through Sunday, cars are $45. - Festival is years old.
Est # of food vendors- , Food vendor apps open?
Est # of non-food vendors- , Non-food vendor apps open?
Est. attendees-, 9722378110, See website

Nov 30 to Nov 30, 2018     Dickens in Downtown Plano

Plano, TX - 901 E 15th Street

Annual holiday tree lighting ceremony, festive food and drink, lots of holiday music, live choral and dance performances, and Santa Claus! - Festival is 12 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 15, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 20, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-4000, 972-941-5800, See website

Dec 1 to Dec 2, 2018     Budafest

Buda, TX - 303 Main Street

Explore the art market or Santa's Artisan Workshop. Watch thousands of lights during the night parade and fireworks! Come back on Sunday for the one of a kind Reindog Parade!
- Festival is 39 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 15, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 70, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-10,000+, 5122957170, See website

Jan 18 to Jan 19, 2019     Yaga's Chili Quest and Beer Festival

Galveston, TX - 2314 Strand

Chili Cook-off, Beer Festival, Vendors, Kids Area, Margarita Contest, Washers Tournament - Festival is 9 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 2, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 33, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-10000, 409-770-0999, See website

Feb 22 to Mar 3, 2019     Mardi Gras

Galveston, TX - 2314 Strand

Parades, Headliner Performances, Balcony Parties, Vendors, Family Day - Festival is 107 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 20, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 30, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-100000, 409-770-0999, See website

Mar 9 to Mar 10, 2019     Funky Finds Spring Fling

Fort Worth, TX - 3337 Burnett-Tandy Dr.,

Shop Local, Shop Handmade at this free two-day indoor event featuring over 100 area makers selling their uniquely hand-crafted items. - Festival is 11 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 15, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 100, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-2000, 903-665-7954, See website

Apr 13 to Apr 14, 2019     Turtle Creek Spring Arts & Craft Festival

Dallas, TX - 3505 Maple Ave

The festival will showcase approximately 100 local and regional artists and crafters of all disciplines at the historic park that is just steps away from the Katy Trail. - Festival is 2 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 0, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 125, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-10,000, 404-873-1222, See website

May 25 to May 26, 2019     Festival of Wine and Food

Rockport, TX - 1202 Navigation Cr.

Featuring over 100 varieties of wines, Food demonstrations, Vendor booths, and music!! All on the grounds of the Texas Maritime Museum! - Festival is 23 years old.
Est # of food vendors- , Food vendor apps open?
Est # of non-food vendors- , Non-food vendor apps open?
Est. attendees-2500, (361) 729-127, See website