Events Calendar
January - February
Bald Eagle Count, 2nd Saturday in January
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Volunteers gather to count nesting and migratory bald eagles around the lake. The birds are often spotted nesting in tall, dead trees along the shoreline of the lake.
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Tommy Duncan Festival, 2nd or 3rd weekend in January
Festival celebrating the life and music of Tommy Duncan, a founding member of the Texas Playboys. Tommy was born near Whitney in 1911. Events typically include a catered dinner, along with Western swing musicians performing during the afternoon and evening.
For more information, go to their website, email Pam Townley or call her at 817-456-4601.
Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce Awards Dinner, 
January or February
Annual catered dinner to recognize local businesses and individuals. A silent auction, and a live auction, keep participants' interest throughout the evening
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Chocolate Festival, Saturday before Valentine's Day
All things chocolate are featured at this local festival. Traditional chocolate delights like a chocolate fountain are offered, as are more unusual foods like chocolate chili.
The event is sponsored by, and held at, the Laguna Park Library. It is located on Highway 22, just west of the Whitney Dam.
Call 254-622-2665 for more information.
Lake Whitney Arts Theatre Production,
February, May, & November
Local theatre group performs musicals, comedies, and more. Dinner theatre offered the first weekend of each performance.
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March - April
Circus, 
March, in odd-numbered years
Come one, come all, to the big top circus in Whitney!
Every other spring, Whitney welcomes the Carson & Barnes circus, with its spectacular big top tent.
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Easter Egg Hunts, 
Easter Sunday
Visitors' and residents' kids of all ages participate in this annual event. Town Hall Estates sponsors one event, and White Bluff Resort sponsors another.
Contact Town Hall Estates or White Bluff Resort for more information.
Lawn Mower Races, 
Saturday in late March or early April
Racers get together to show off their prized racing machines. Races feature riding lawn mowers, with cutting blades removed, at speeds up to 60 mph.
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Bosque County Garage Sale, Friday & Saturday, usually in early April
Over 100 individuals throughout the county hold garage sales on this weekend. A map to the current year's sales can be picked up in local convenience stores, or by emailing bosque@ag.tamu.edu
For more information, call 254-435-2331.
Monarch Butterfly & Nature Festival, last Saturday in April
Come enjoy the butterflies and the wildflowers at this Certified Texas Wildscape. Artists display their works, and booths explain butterflies, birds, fossils, and wildlife.
Admission is free. Live entertainment and door prizes. Sponsored by Cherokee Village Resort and Nature Center.
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Antique Alley Texas, 
3rd Friday, Saturday & Sunday each April and September
37 miles of shopping along FM-4, from Cleburne, through Grandview and Itasca, to Maypearl. There are antique vendors who travel here from throughout the country, homebaked goods, quilts, decorative western items, yard sale merchandise, and lots more.
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May - June
Lake Whitney Arts Theatre Production,
February, May, & November
Local theatre group performs musicals, comedies, and more. Dinner theatre offered the first weekend of each performance.
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Mother's Day Plant Sale, Friday & Saturday before Mother's Day
Plants, jewelry, and more are all here for Mom's special day.
The event is sponsored by, and held at, the Laguna Park Library. It is located on Highway 22, just west of the Whitney Dam.
Call 254-622-2665 for more information.
Youth Fishing Tournament, 1st Saturday in June
Kids up to age 13 can learn to fish and compete for prizes in this half-day youth fishing tournament held at Lake Whitney State Park. Tackle and lunch are provided.
The tournament is free, but adults will need to pay the park entrance fee of $3.
Call the state park at 254-694-3793 for more information.
Father's Day Tailgate Cookoff, Saturday before Father's Day
Bring your gear and grill your best meats. A prize is awarded to the winning entry.
The event is sponsored by, and held at, the Laguna Park Library. It is located on Highway 22, just west of the Whitney Dam.
Call 254-622-2665 for more information.
Summer Kid’s Library Program, June - July
Weekly program for kids 4-14, featuring performers, clowns, animals, storytelling, and more. Sponsored by Lake Whitney Public Library.
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July – August
Summer Kid’s Library Program, June - July
Weekly program for kids 4-14, featuring performers, clowns, animals, storytelling, and more. Sponsored by Lake Whitney Public Library.
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Fourth of July, July 4 and surrounding days
Fireworks exhibits are held at local marinas, communities, and resorts.
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Star Parties,
Usually around the new moons, during summer months
Join local astronomers for star gazing at Lake Whitney State Park.
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Lake Whitney Arts Dinner Theatre Summer Musical Review,
Stage One's Children's Theatre Program, July & August
Whitney's local theatre group's annual summer musical production is sure to entertain young and old alike. Later in the summer, the children of the area put on their own production for friends, family, and visitors.
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Miss Pioneer Day Pageant, a Saturday in July or August
Annual pageant selects a Miss Pioneer Day, a Jr. Miss Pioneer Day, and a 'Lil Miss Pioneer Day to reign over the Pioneer Day festival in October.
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September - October
Texas' Largest Fish Fry, Saturday before Labor Day
The West Shore Volunteer Fire Department hosts "Texas' Largest Fish Fry", serving over 2,000 people.
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Antique Alley Texas,
3rd Friday, Saturday & Sunday each April and September
37 miles of shopping along FM-4, from Cleburne, through Grandview and Itasca, to Maypearl. There are antique vendors who travel here from throughout the country, homebaked goods, quilts, decorative western items, yard sale merchandise, and lots more.
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Pioneer Day, 
1st Saturday in October
Downtown Whitney streets close to all but pedestrian traffic for the largest festival in Whitney, attracting thousands of people for the carnival, arts & crafts, parade, live entertainment, and more.
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Breast Cancer Awareness Golf Tournament, October
Participants enjoy a day of golf, food, and fun to raise money for the Susan Komen Foundation.
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National Championship Barbecue Cookoff, Meridian,
4th week in October
Almost 200 champion barbecue cookers meet in Meridian by invitation only. There is also an arts & crafts show, a car show, and live entertainment.
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Safe Trick 'R Treat, last Saturday in October
Kids head downtown for some trick-or-treating from local merchants, churches, and area organizations. Sponsored by the Downtown Whitney Merchants Association and the Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce.
Call 254-694-2540 for more information.
Discover Downtown Whitney and Classic Car Show, last Saturday in October
Downtown Whitney opens its doors for a day of shopping and classic cars.
One of the streets in town is closed to traffic for the day, and dozens of classic vehicles and their proud owners arrive for the show.
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November – December
Lake Whitney Arts Theatre Production,
February, May, & November
Local theatre group performs musicals, comedies, and more. Dinner theatre offered the first weekend of each performance.
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Sydell Pottery Open House, Fri, Sat & Sun of Thanksgiving weekend
Sydell Riverplace Pottery hosts on open house where you can see their handcrafted items - holiday tiles, religious ware, chimes, mosaic wall art, mosaic tiles, majolica art bowls and more.
Call 254-622-8364 for more information.
Homestead Heritage Fair, Elm Mott, Fri, Sat & Sun of Thanksgiving weekend
This display of fine crafts and heirloom skills is a fun and educational festival with activities for the entire family. Help to milk a cow, lend a hand at the old-fashioned timber frame barn raising and watch a master craftsman fashion a fine Windsor chair straight from a rough log.
Afterwards, sample one of the multicultural dishes offered at the fair.
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Christmas Celebration, 2nd Saturday in December
Downtown Whitney stays open late this evening for the Christmas tree lighting, parade, and carolers. Sidewalks are filled with vendors all day long, displaying that perfect Christmas gift. Santa Claus makes a special appearance.
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