| Through April 19 At 55. Tyler Museum of Art’s Legacy. Celebrating the museum’s 55th anniversary, the exhibition features archival images and printed materials from the TMA’s beginnings. The exhibition also includes a selection of works from the Permanent Collection which celebrate the institution’s rich exhibition history. www.tylermuseum.org Through May 10 Encased: Angel Oloshove. Tyler. Houston based artist experiments with painterly glazes to express feeling transcendental through form and color. Tyler Museum of Art. www.tylermuseum.org Through June 13 BLOOM Art Exhibition. Winnsboro. www.winnsborocenterforthearts.com March 29 Ham Scramble. Sulphur Springs. Hopkins County’s larges game of musical chairs. Celebration Plaza on the Square. 3 p.m. $5. www.visitsulphurspringstx.org March 31 TINA: The Tina Turner Musical. Tyler. Cowan Center. www.cowancenter.org April 1-30 Bluebonnet Trails. Ennis. Showcasing more than 40 miles of mapped driving trails sponsored by the Ennis Garden Club, these are the oldest such trails known in the state. bluebonnettrail.org April 3-4 Steak Wars. Paris. More than 40 cook-off teams compete for the grand prize. There are more than 1,550 steaks to devour, plus sides, drinks, and vendors and live music. Paris Eiffel Tower. parissteakwars.com April 3-4, 8-11 Rangerette Revels. Kilgore. The Rangerettes’ annual spring show is the culmination of the dance team’s performing season. The show follows a theme and includes a wide variety of dance genres, including the Rangerettes signature “high kick” production for the finale. Dodson Auditorium, Kilgore College. rangerette.com/events/revels April 3, 10, 11, 17, and 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 Downtown Live. Longview. Annual outdoor music series with food trucks. Heritage Plaza, Downtown Longview. visitlongviewtexas.com April 4 Easter Lunch Train. Palestine. 4-hour round-trip journey through the Piney Woods of East Texas. Deboard the train at the Rusk Rail Depot and have a savory Easter lunch on the beautifully decorated grounds by the lake. A selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are available for purchase onboard. Multiple seating options available. (855) 632–7736 www.texasstaterailroad.net April 4-25 Bloom 2026. Winnsboro. Find a vibrant celebration of spring with stunning window displays and exciting events throughout the month of April. Presented by the Winnsboro Center for the Arts and the Winnsboro Historical Museum, the event showcases the rich and historical past of Winnsboro while connecting it with current art and muralists. www.winnsboroBLOOM.com April 4-May 25 Scarborough Renaissance Festival. Waxahachie. Discover a 35-acre recreation of a 16th century English village celebrating the visit of King Henry VIII and Queen Katherine Parr, their royal court, and guests with a festival of entertainment, artisans, food, magic, and merriment in the “Village of Scarborough.” srfestival.com April 4-26 Avalon Faire. Kilgore. Wander through a whimsical wonderland where jesters jest and knights clash. Be serenaded by enchanting musical performers whose melodies drift through the enchanted woods of East Texas, setting the stage for merriment and magic at every turn. avalonfaire.com/home April 9 The Jungle Book. Tyler. Cowan Center. www.cowancenter.org April 10 Texas Comedies: The Crash at The Crush. Greenville Municipal Auditorium. www.showtimeatthegma.com. April 10-11 Piney Woods Express Steam. Palestine. Scenic journey through East Texas and 135 years of history. Powered by No. 30, a 1917 Baldwin Locomotive Works, this 4-hour round-trip departs from the historic Palestine Rail Depot and includes a layover at Rusk Rail Depot for lunch, exploration, and history. Multiple seating options available. (855) 632–7736 www.texasstaterailroad.net April 11 America 250: Longview. The City of Longview, Gregg County, and surrounding East Texas communities is holding a historic slate of events to commemorate America 250 which celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The multi-month celebration features a kickoff in April; exhibits at the historical and art museums; patriotic ArtWalk, concert, and play; a drone show at the Great Texas Balloon race; and concludes with the largest fireworks display in the city’s history on July 4. Kickoff day April 11 includes a parade and numerous events celebrating diverse cultures of East Texas. Get the full schedule on longviewtexas.gov/4444/America-250. Dalton Days. Longview. 1994. April. Inspired by the true story of a bank robbery in Longview in 1894, this annual event features Wild West shows, blacksmith demonstrations, children’s activities, live music, concessions, and the famous Dalton Gang bank robbery reenactment. Gregg County Historical Museum. gregghistorical.org/dalton-days-2 Viva Las Vegas. Winnsboro. Fine art, wine pull, raffle, gift baskets, signature mocktails, buffet, Elvis impersonators.. Costume contest for Las Vegas vintage showgirl or Elvis attire. $35. 6-9 p.m. www.winnsborocenterforthearts.com Chautauqua Festival. Longview. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Celebrate the rich, diverse culture of Longview and East Texas with live music, performances, local authors, artists, and activities. Longview Public Library. www.longviewtexas.gov/4326/Library Winefest. Paris. Taste Texas fine wines and delicious foods with local flair. Swag includes a commemorative Winefest glass and bag. paristexas.gov/336/paris-texas-wine-festival April 15 Danny Gokey. Greenville. www.showtimeatthegma.com April 15-May 9 Art in the Gallery. Winnsboro. Twenty-one school districts participate in this High School Art Competition Exhibition. www.winnsborocenterforthearts.com April 16 Mark Chestnut. Greenville. www.showtimeatthegma.com April 16-19 Mean Girls the Musical. Athens. Presentation by Trinity Valley Community College Theatre Department, this play is based on the hit film written by Tina Fey. Mean Girls the Musical brings the beloved story to life on stage with favorite characters and a high-energy pop-infused score. In this retelling, new student Cady Heron tries to navigate the social jungle of North Shore High School, where she befriends artsy outsiders Janis Sarkisian and Damian Hubbard—and soon crosses paths with The Plastics, the school’s most popular clique led by the infamous Regina George. Pauline Knight Perkins Performing Arts Center on the TVCC Athens Campus. April 17 Voices in Color. Greenville Municipal Auditorium. www.showtimeatthegma.com. | 
