Happenings in Jefferson


The following events are scheduled for the next two months. Please call us at 866-785-0192 or email us at info@carriagehousejefferson.com for  more information. If you would like to stay at The Carriage House for any of these events, please click here to make a reservation.

9/3/10 - 9/4/10

Labor Day Celebration

Historic Jefferson Railway

September 3 - 4. $10 -- children under 6 ride free. Friday and Saturday evening train ride at 9 PM. Day run on Saturday is at 2:30 & 4:30 PM. Celebrate Labor Day at the Historic Jefferson Railway and enjoy a picnic of hot dogs, chips and a free prize from our Treasury Chest. Come see the Support Our Troops display that honors those who serve or have served in the United States Military. Active Military ride free.


9/4/10

2nd Annual Classic Car Show

Jefferson Transportation Building Parking Lot, E. Austin St

All proceeds will go the Jefferson Volunteer Fire Department to help buy new equipment, upgrade facilities and further training

Roy Richie, Roys Toys and Trains 903-665-9900


9/4/10

Live Entertainment - Doctor, Doctor

Auntie Skinners - 107 E. Austin St @ 9pm

Classic Rock


9/4/10

End of Summer Party

Pedal Powers - Austin St.

Celebrate the end of  summer on Saturday, September 4 (Labor Day Weekend) at a party hosted by a new business in town called Pedal Power.
 
Offering bicycles, tricycles, tandems, a surrey and even a "bicycle built for two", Pedal Power has caught on in a big way.
 
Between the hours of 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., guests can munch on hot dogs, sip ice cold lemonade and enjoy some fresh watermelon.
 
Free bicycle surrey rides will be offered that day for a leisurely tour along the historic brick streets of Jefferson.
 
Come on down and see what all the fun is about.
 
For more information call (903) 926-5167.

9/11/10

N. E Texas All American Soap Box Derby

Time: 9 AM
Location: corner of W. Henderson & E. Jefferson Sts.

For more information call Don Clampitt at 903-665-7996. Soap Box Derby cars are provided.


9/11/10

Live Entertainment 8-Track

Auntie Skinners - 107 E. Austin St @ 9pm

Cover Band


9/11/10

Main Street's Second Saturday and Car Show

8 am to 9pm Historic Marshall Square

Looking for unquie craft items or homemade jelly, Second Saturday can offer a little something for everyone.  Second Saturday is considered a mini Canton.  Vendors start setting up as early as 6:00 a.m. and patrons begin making purchases around 8:00 a.m.

Cruise Night is back!  Over 200 antique and refurbished cars line N. Washington from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.

http://marshall-chamber.com/ or call Bo Ellis at 903.935.4417


9/11/10

Words & Voices Series - Steve Brooks and Danny Santos in Concert

Blue Frog Grill (Downtown Marshall) @ 7pm

Please join us for our September 11, Words and Voices concert. Our featured artists are Steve Brooks and Danny Santos.

They will bring their superb song writing and singing skills to the Blue Frog Grill, 101 W. Austin St., Marshall, Texas at 7:00 P.M. Saturday evening. Call the Blue Frog Grill for tickets and to make dinner reservations. 903-923-9500

9/17/10 - 9/19/10

TROLS Tandem Bike Rally

Historic Riverfront District

Come experience the charm of historic Jefferson, nestled in the Piney Woods and Bayous of East Texas. The 13th annual TROLS Big Adventure will include the favorite routes that returning riders have come to love.


9/18/10

Auntie Skinners - 107 E. Austin St. @ 9pm

Country Music


9/18/10

Jeans & Classics Concert

Downtown Marshall @ 7pm

Classic Rock meets symphony orchestra.  This year's performance features the music of Elton John. 


9/25/10

Live Entertainment - Voodudes

Auntie Skinners - 107 E. Austin St @ 9pm

Classic Rock, Texas Rock


10/2/10

Citywide Rummage Sale

Historic Jefferson

“TIS THE SEASON TO SHOP TILL YOU DROP FOR BARGAINS”

Shop for bargains, Jefferson during Jefferson’s “City-Wide Rummage Sale” throughout the neighborhoods, businesses and the Marion County Courthouse Parking Lot (Dallas & Polk Streets) on Saturday, October 2.

Residences will begin EARLY in the morning. 7:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

Everything will be offered, including the kitchen sink, to those lucky enough to be here.  Take advantage of this popular shopping spree. 

Free maps listing the various locations will be available at the Marion County Chamber of Commerce located at 101 N. Polk.

After 5:00 p.m., Friday, October 1, maps will be placed in a brochure rack outside the office door for convenient pickup.   

For additional information call: 888-GO RELAX or (903) 665-2672


10/8/10 - 10/10/10

13th Annual Boo Benefit

Historic Jefferson

Friday, October 8 -- Biker Ball -- 7 - 10 PM at the Russell Bldg. $40 per person, $70 a couple, and $300 a table. Saturday, October 9 -- Poker Run --$ CASH $ awarded to !st place, 2nd place and Low Hand. Featured music: Legendary Guitarist Bugs Henderson and the Shuffle Kings at the Excel Stage. New this year: Crusin' with Boo. Friday, October 8, 2 PM, Ride the Beautiful Backroads of East Texas escorted by Boo with 2 scheduled stops and enjoy the scenery.


10/8/10 - 10/10/10

Terror on the Bayou & Runaway Freight Train

Cypress Bayou RV Park 1602 State Highway 49 East Jefferson, TX 75657

The legendary Runaway Fright Train will feature the Midnight Stalker as he chases the children through the dark and spooky woods. The scenes and haunters along the railroad track will keep you at the edge of your seat and give you a laugh now and then, too.

Take a walk through the stalks, featuring static-display haunts, cemetery and 100-foot underground tunnel.

http://www.terroronthebayou.com/ - Tickets on sale now


10/9/10

Fire Ant Festival

Marshall, Texas 9 am to 10 pm

Making fun of the pesky fire ant, the Fire Ant Festival is famous for its wacky and zany events. There's a fire ant calling contest; rubber chicken chunking; gurning (ugly face-making); a diaper derby, and a men's Crazy Legs contest.


10/9/10

Della Rose Concert

Downtown Marshall - Courthouse Square

Back by popular demand, Della Rose will play downtown Marshall this October 9. This time around downtown will also welcome the Boo Run crowd so it's definitely a party you won't want to miss.

This all-girl band produces high energy country rock and consists of American Idol Season 7 finalist Alaina Whitaker, Andrea Young and Erin James.

10/16/10

Guy Clark in Concert

Music City Texas - Linden, TX

Showtime @ 7.30pm


10/15/10-10/17/10

Terror on the Bayou & Runaway Freight Train

Cypress Bayou RV Park 1602 State Highway 49 East Jefferson, TX 75657

The legendary Runaway Fright Train will feature the Midnight Stalker as he chases the children through the dark and spooky woods. The scenes and haunters along the railroad track will keep you at the edge of your seat and give you a laugh now and then, too.

Take a walk through the stalks, featuring static-display haunts, cemetery and 100-foot underground tunnel.

http://www.terroronthebayou.com/ - Tickets on sale now


10/17/10

Taste of Jefferson

11 am to 2pm in the Historic Riverfront District

Satisfy your taste buds with fine Jefferson cuisine in downtown's historic district, 11AM - 2 PM. Stroll and savor favorite recipe creations from area restaurants and B&B's. Also enjoy musical entertainment.


10/21/10 - 10/23/10

Marion County Fair

Kellyville Park

An old fashioned county fair including barn dances, livestock exhibitions, pet parades, choirs and pig wrestling


10/22/10 - 10/24/10

Terror on the Bayou & Runaway Freight Train

Cypress Bayou RV Park 1602 State Highway 49 East Jefferson, TX 75657

The legendary Runaway Fright Train will feature the Midnight Stalker as he chases the children through the dark and spooky woods. The scenes and haunters along the railroad track will keep you at the edge of your seat and give you a laugh now and then, too.

Take a walk through the stalks, featuring static-display haunts, cemetery and 100-foot underground tunnel.

http://www.terroronthebayou.com/ - Tickets on sale now


10/30/10

Krewe of Hebe & Auntie Skinners "Monster Bash"

Auntie Skinners

Costume contest and live music all benefiting the Krewe of Hebe


10/29/10 - 10/31/10

Terror on the Bayou & Runaway Freight Train

Cypress Bayou RV Park 1602 State Highway 49 East Jefferson, TX 75657

The legendary Runaway Fright Train will feature the Midnight Stalker as he chases the children through the dark and spooky woods. The scenes and haunters along the railroad track will keep you at the edge of your seat and give you a laugh now and then, too.

Take a walk through the stalks, featuring static-display haunts, cemetery and 100-foot underground tunnel.

http://www.terroronthebayou.com/ - Tickets on sale now


11/06/10

History Haunts and Legends Paranormal Conference

Jefferson Transportation Center from 8.30 am to 11.55pm

8:30-8:45Sign In / Packet and Name tag Pick up

Some of the scheduled guests include the following amazing people!
Brad and Barry Klinge from Discovery Channel's GHOST LAB
Aron Houdini the last member of the "Houdini" family
Larry Flaxman Author/Founder of ARPAST
Mike Roberts Founder of Research Paranormal
Mitch Whitington Author/Jefferson, Texas Historian
Don Dennis Author/Founder of Texas Society of Paranormal Investigators

Jodi Breckenridge (903) 665-6289 www.jeffersonghostwalk.com