Ten Reasons to Visit Palestine this Fall

This fall, plan a trip to Palestine, Texas and enjoy the sights and sounds of autumn.  Here are just a few reasons to pack your bags and enjoy a cool weekend in the Piney Woods of East Texas.  

Palestine, Texas

Greater Tuna at the Texas Theatre

Greater Tuna is the hilarious comedy about Texas' third smallest town, where the Lion's Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies.  Tuna is a mixture of affectionate comedy and dark satire. The eclectic band of citizens that make up this town are portrayed by only two performers, making this satire on life in rural America even more delightful as they depict all of the inhabitants of Tuna-men, women, children and animals!
October 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12 - Friday & Saturday at 7:30 p.m. & Sundays at 2:00 p.m.

Camino205,105 & 25 - Gravel Grinder

What: A 205-mile gravel-grinding cycling race through the Piney Woods of East Texas.

Race Times: Camino205 begins at 6 a.m., Sat.,Oct. 4. Camino100 begins at 8 a.m. and the Camino25 ride starts after the 100 mile-riders leave.

Start & Finish: Palestine Mall located at 2000 S. Loop 256

Check-in Celebration: 4 p.m.-9 p.m. Fri., Oct. 3, in Old Town Palestine- 310 E. Crawford

 www.camino205.com

Camino205 - Palestine, Texas

Moonlight Special Dinner Train 

All Aboard for the Moonlight Special! This fall-themed dinner train will run on Friday, October 10, on the evening of a full moon. The train will depart from the Palestine Depot at 6:30pm after a reception in the portico at 6pm. Passengers will enjoy a peaceful ride through the East Texas Forest Country to Maydelle and back. Contemporary Catering of Palestine will prepare and serve the meal. (Menu TBA.) Non-alcoholic beverages will also be served. Guests are welcome to BYOB. Tickets: $65 per person. www.texasstaterailroad.com  Texas State Railroad - Palestine, Texas Haunted Little Jail: Locked in Fear Get spooked in the coolest haunted jail around.. Admission: $10 per Person Dates: Friday and Saturday Nights Starting October 10th - October 31st Time: 7pm - 11pm Location: 704 Ave A, Palestine, TX 75801 Contact: 903.373.8158 or email historicandersoncountyjail@gmail.com Dogwood Jamboree "Autumn Country" Presents a County Music Showcase - Branson Style - The show is filled with family fun, laughter and great classic country music. You will be thrilled as you recall some of the golden hits of country music live on stage. October 18th at the Palestine Civic Center/Doors at 6pm...www.dogwoodjamboree.com Bridal Faire at Elmwood Gardens A unique garden bridal faire event featuring over 50 East Texas Wedding Vendors, Cake, Food & Cocktails.  Sunday, October 19th from 3 p.m.- 7 p.m. Admission $10 Per Person. www.elmwoodgardens.com  Elmwood Gardens - Palestine, Texas Hot Pepper Festival Cool off at “The Hottest little Festival in Texas” featuring Cody Johnson, The Bigsbys, Westbound 21 and more on Saturday, October 24th.  Enjoy a BBQ & Chili Cook-off, Pepper Eating Contest, Arts & Crafts, Unique Food Vendors, Kid’s Zone, Beer Gardens & Live Music all day long. www.visitpalestine.com  Hot Pepper Festival - Palestine, Texas Fall Foliage Brunch Train The first cold snap triggers the changing of the seasons in the Piney Woods.  The Fall Foliage Brunch Train is designed to give nature lovers the best opportunity to view this annual show close-up. This train departs from the Palestine Depot at 10:15 a.m. on Sunday, November 9th and returns to the depot around 2:45 p.m.  www.texasstaterr.com Fall Foliage Brunch Train at the Texas State Railroad 5th Annual Sugar Cane Squeeze The Diamond B Ranch will host its 5th Annual Sugar Cane Squeeze on Saturday, November 15th.  Come see the 100 year old sugar cane mill run. Other activities include Horse powered square baler, Horse plowing, a Wild West Show & Cowboy Mounted Shooting Competition. There will be food and merchandise vendors. Old fashion fun for the whole family. Admission is $5 per person. Kids 12 and under are free.  903-721-9111                                                        Sugar Cane Squeeze - Palestine, Texas Fall in Love with Davey Dogwood Park This November, take a drive through Davey Dogwood Park and capture the beauty of East Texas. Davey Dogwood Park - Palestine, Texas Find a full schedule of events and activities at www.visitpalestine.com or download the Free Visit Palestine, Texas Mobile App for Iphone or Android.   About Palestine, Texas: Palestine is a charming East Texas town that boasts more than 1,800 historic sites, including the award-winning Main Street District.  Home to the Texas State Railroad and Dogwood Trails, Palestine is graced with stately homes, gorgeous scenic drives and a Texas-friendly welcome that offers a true Southern experience.