What to do in Texas on this vacation ? Are you confused??
There are lot of thins to do in Texas, lot of fun filled things.From historic landmarks to space-age marvels,there are plenty of attractions and activities to ensure a fully engaged Texas vacation.Spend your time efficiently so that you don't miss anything great there.
Texas Festivals
Texas has one of the most diverse populations in the state. This uniqueness has resulted in a number of festivals that are just as diverse as the people who call Texas home.Here is a list of major festivals that you can be a part of, during your trip
Charro Days - It is a weeklong festival , traditional Mexican “pachanga,” with parades, dances and a variety of fun events for the entire family.
Czhilispiel - Czhilispiel is an annual festival, that has been celebrated for over 30 years, drawing some of the best chili and bbq cook-off teams from across the state.
Great Texas Mosquito Festival - This annual event features a barbecue/fajita cook-off, paintball tournament, karaoke, a Mosquito Chase “Run,” and more.
Sweetwater Rattlesnake Roundup - it is the“World's Largest Rattlesnake Roundup”. This event features Rattlesnake Parade, Miss Snake Charmer Pageant, Rattlesnake Dance, guided rattlesnake hunts, a barbecue cookoff and lots more.
State Fair of Texas - You can enjoy an impressive carnival, art competition, auto show, livestock show, and, of course, the annual “Red River Shoot-out” between the University of Texas and University of Oklahoma football teams.
Texas Renaissance Festival - This grand festival features over 200 daily performances, 300 arts and crafts shops, 60 food and beverage shops, nightly fireworks and more than 3,000 costumed characters strolling the grounds.
Texas Rose Festival - The Rose Parade is just part of this festival that includes the Coronation Ball and the East Texas Symphony Orchestra’s “Concert in the Park.” Visiting the rose museum will be a great thing to do.
Wurstfest - This is a 10-day long celebration of sausage
Texas State Capitol - Visitors feel the legendary history of Texas here.
Bob Bullock Story of Texas Museum - This museum named in honor of Lt. Governor Bob Bullock tells the story of Texas with interactive displays, IMAX films and more techniques.
Texas State Aquarium - This is the official state aquarium of Texas and it houses hundreds of marine animals and provides educational programs for visitors.
Cowboys Stadium - Home to the Dallas Cowboys, Cowboys Stadium also hosts a variety of other sporting and entertainment events.
El Paso Zoo This is one of the best zoos in the state and never miss it.
Western Playland Theme Park - This amusement park has lot of modern rides like tea cup rides for the kids, massive roller coasters, wet rides, go carts and more. This is not a time waste for the visitor.
Moody Gardens - Visitors come across the pyramids rising on the western side of the island. This garden has lot of attractions that include several aquariums, an IMAX theatre, a rainforest and of course the wonderful pyramids.
Johnson Space Center - Don't ever miss the "space" while you are at Houston.
Houston Museum of Natural Science - Founded in 1909, the goal of the Houston Museum of Natural Science has been to educate the public with knowledge in natural science and related subjects. Visiting this one will be one of the best thing to do in Houston.
Alamo - one of the most notorious battle site in the history, a great place to visit in Texas.
Riverwalk - World famous and always enjoyable, tour the San Antonio River by foot or afloat. Visitors can spend hours moving through the shops and restaurants that line the river's banks.
San Antonio Zoo - One of the largest zoos in the States, the San Antonio Zoo houses over 3,500 animals and worth visiting it.
This list is incomplete as there are lot of places still waiting in the queue and i can tell one thing for sure "Texas is a great place to spend your holidays ". Comment about what you did in Texas and what you get attracted more and of course about your plans for the next trip.