Visit Big Bend
Events and places in the Big Bend region of Texas.
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Big Bend Ranch Rodeo 2027
The Big Bend Ranch Rodeo is Friday and Saturday, August 13 and 14, 2027, at the Sul Ross State University S.A.L.E. Arena in Alpine. Working ranch teams compete for a spot at the WRCA World Championship Ranch Rodeo in Amarillo. Proceeds support the Sul Ross State University Rodeo…
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6th Annual Spirits of the West
The 6th Annual Spirits of the West is April 23 and 24, 2027 at the Spirits of the West Festival Grounds, 204 E Holland Ave, Alpine, Texas 79830. Admission is free. Tastings are ticketed, and the weekend includes live music. Proceeds benefit Alpine's Gallery Night, Inc. At a…
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Uncle's Around the Bend (20th) and Trail Boss 250
Uncle's Around the Bend is the 20th motorcycle rally in Terlingua, February 25 to 28, 2027, with the first Trail Boss 250 Desert Challenge. The challenge, on February 26, is a 250-mile loop mostly through Big Bend National Park. Street, dual sport, and adventure riders are…
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Lone Star Cowboy Poetry Gathering
The Lone Star Cowboy Poetry Gathering is February 18 to 20, 2027 in Alpine, on the Sul Ross State University campus. The weekend includes cowboy poets and musicians, a cowboy dance, open mic sessions, chuckwagon breakfasts, and cowboy suppers. Public tickets go on sale November…
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23rd Annual Big Bend Ultra
The 23rd annual Big Bend Ultra is Sunday, January 17, 2027. Runners start and finish at the Barton Warnock Visitor Center in Big Bend Ranch State Park, in Brewster County. Distances are 10K, 20K, 35K, 55K, and 100K. At a Glance Race day: Sunday, January 17, 2027 Edition: 23rd…
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Alpine Parade of Lights (31st annual)
The 31st annual Alpine Parade of Lights is a mid-December holiday parade along Alpine Boulevard. December 2026, date to be announced. At a Glance When: December 2026, date to be announced Place: Alpine Boulevard, Alpine Edition: 31st annual Website
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Fiesta de Noche Buena 2026
Fiesta de Noche Buena 2026 Fiesta de Noche Buena is Marathon’s first-Saturday-in-December holiday street fair. On December 5, 2026, residents, artists, businesses, and visitors ring in the season along the town’s main strip. Santa Claus parades into town with Marathon Volunteer…
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Artwalk Alpine 2026
Artwalk Alpine is the community art festival in Alpine, Texas, on Friday and Saturday, November 20 and 21, 2026. This 32nd Artwalk fills town with murals, music, and local food. At a Glance Dates: November 20 and 21, 2026 (Friday and Saturday) Place: Alpine, Texas What it is:…
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59th Annual Original Terlingua International Championship Chili Cook-Off
59th Annual Original Terlingua International Championship Chili Cook-Off The Original Terlingua International Championship Chili Cook-Off — often called the granddaddy of chili cook-offs — returns November 4–7, 2026, in Terlingua. Founded in 1967 by Frank X. Tolbert and Wick…
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59th Annual CASI Terlingua International Chili Championship
59th Annual CASI Terlingua International Chili Championship The Chili Appreciation Society International (CASI) hosts the 59th Annual Terlingua International Chili Championship at Rancho CASI de los Chisos, November 3–7, 2026. CASI was the original host of the 1967 Terlingua…
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Día de los Muertos at the Terlingua Cemetery
Día de los Muertos at the Terlingua Cemetery is Monday, November 2, 2026, starting at sunset in Terlingua Ghost Town. The evening includes candles, altars, a bonfire, and music. At a Glance When: Monday, November 2, 2026, starting at sunset Place: Historic cemetery, Terlingua…
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M2M (Marathon 2 Marathon) 2026
M2M (Marathon 2 Marathon) 2026 For a few hours each fall, nearly 500 runners bring everything they have to M2M (Marathon 2 Marathon) in a West Texas town of about 420 people. The event offers a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K on a Boston Marathon–qualifying course with…
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Sul Ross Homecoming Parade, Bonfire and Pep Rally
The Sul Ross Homecoming Parade, Bonfire and Pep Rally is Friday, October 16, 2026, from 7:30 to 9:00 PM. The parade goes from downtown Alpine to the Rec Field. It is part of Sul Ross Homecoming week, October 12 to 17. The schedule may change. At a Glance When: Friday, October…
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Terlingua Music Bash (31st)
Terlingua Music Bash is the 31st edition of this free music weekend in Terlingua, Texas, October 15 through 18, 2026. Shows run Thursday through Sunday at Ghost Town and other venues around the greater Terlingua area. The event is free and does not use tickets. A silent auction…
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Big Bend Octane Fest
Big Bend Octane Fest is a car and motorcycle festival in Alpine, October 9 through 12, 2026. The weekend is a school fundraiser for Alpine Christian School, held at The Stable Alpine. At a Glance Dates: October 9 through 12, 2026 Place: The Stable Alpine, 511 West Holland…
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GhostFire Pizza
GhostFire Pizza is a locally owned pizzeria at the west end of Marathon, right next to The Desert Ghost Distillery. Pizzas are 12-inch handmade West Texas sourdough, wood-fired, and prepared to go. Allow at least 15–20 minutes. The dough is made from their own starter and…
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French Co. Grocer
French Co. Grocer , also called The French Company Grocer, is Marathon's general store. The shop carries groceries, pantry staples, and produce, plus beer and wine, camping and river gear, and a full espresso bar. Prepared foods are made from scratch, including breakfast and…
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Chili Pepper Cafe
Chili Pepper Cafe is a Tex-Mex restaurant at 100 S Hwy 118 (TX-118) in Study Butte / Terlingua, TX 79852. The cafe's Facebook page lists it in Terlingua. Hours Typically open daily from about 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Call 432-371-2233 to confirm the day's hours before you go.
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El Gordo's Grill
El Gordo's Grill is a Mexican food truck at 53564 TX-118, Terlingua, TX 79852, in the Terlingua / Study Butte area. Shaded tables sit outside the truck. What Customers Like Birria and brisket tacos, barbacoa quesadillas, al pastor tacos and tortas, and burgers with fries are the…
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Big Bend Station Deli
Big Bend Station Deli is the deli and store at Big Bend Station, 53623 South State Highway 118, Study Butte, TX 79852, a few minutes from the west entrance of Big Bend National Park. This listing is the dining and store stop. Lodging at the station is a separate place. The deli…