February promises mild weather, romance, festivals, rodeos, and Mardi Gras!
For mild weather, outdoor activities, family-friendly festivals, Texas rodeos, and Mardi Gras, your February visit will not be boring—pack layers and sunscreen. Here are fun things to do in Texas in February.
February in Texas brings cooler and drier weather than other months, but conditions can still vary significantly across our large state – yes, it can snow in Texas!
Texas’s southern, southeastern, and coastal regions tend to be warmer in February with mild humidity, while northern and western areas are slightly colder. If you like the chance of snow, visit the Texas Panhandle (Amarillo) – you might see some white on the ground in February.
Things To Do In Texas In February
Average Temperatures in Major Texas Cities
Texas is a large state with diverse climates, but you can expect mild, pleasant weather overall if you’re visiting in February. Here are the average temperatures in some of the major cities:
Dallas/Fort Worth Area: High temperatures range from the upper 50s to low 60s during the day, with overnight lows in the 40s. The Dallas/Fort Worth area has an average high of 61°F in February.
Austin: Days are mild in Austin during February, with average highs around 63°F. Low temperatures drop to the mid-40s at night.
Houston: February is still chilly, but the city sees warmer weather than much of the state. Highs range from the 60s to the low 70s, while lows stay above 50°F on average.
San Antonio: In February, the weather resembles Austin’s, with daily high temperatures in the low to mid-60s. Overnight lows fall into the 40s.
No matter which part of Texas you’re visiting, pack various clothing for daytime exploring and chilly evenings—think layers.
Fun And Romantic Things To Do In Texas In February 2026
In addition to the Texas Festivals happening across the state, I’ve listed only events and things to do in February 2026 (by region) below.
North Texas
• The Denton Card Show
February 7, 2026, from 10 am to 6 pm
Pokémon, giveaways every hour, and over 100 tables. Going on at the Global Spheres Center at 7801 Stemmons Fwy, Corinth, TX. This is a new location. See more at The Denton Card Show.
• Dallas Boat Show 2026
January 30-February 1 and February 5-6
At the Dallas Market Hall
• Czech Music Festival in Ennis, TX
February 14, 2026
Featuring the Czech Polka Bands of Ennis. The whole family is invited! Check out the kids’ zone and everything else at Ennis Czech Festival.
• Pilot Point – Texas-Tulips
Opens Late February to early March
An hour north of Dallas and about an hour’s drive south of the Texas-Oklahoma border is this 6-acre tulip farm in Pilot Point, Texas-Tulips. The first tulip field in Texas has arrived …and we are excited each year it comes around.
Photographers travel from miles around to capture photos of their clients and their families.
Tickets: $7 per person. Tulips are $2.50 each.
• Fort Worth Botanic Garden
Starts Late February
Over 250,000 bulbs will bloom at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden in late February and March.
Also, there will be bluebonnets this spring! The Garden has planted a field entirely of the popular Texas state flower and expects them to be photo-ready by early March.
• Dallas Arboretum And Botanical Garden
Starts at the end of February through mid-April
Dallas Blooms showcases beautiful tulips and other spring-blooming flowers, including daffodils, azaleas, pansies, violas, Japanese cherry trees, and poppies. The Dallas Arboretum was named one of “The Best Places to See Stunning Spring Blooms Across the South” by Southern Living. Bring the whole family for lovely spring photos.
• Fort Worth Cowtown Marathon
February 27- March 1, 2026 – Cowtown Marathon
• Valentine Lunch Train – Grapevine
The Grapevine Vintage Railroad presents its Valentine Lunch Train on February 15, 2026. See what’s included here – GVRR.
• Valentine Wine Trail – Grapevine
February 14, 2026
Various wine-tasting rooms in Grapevine will participate in the Valentine Wine Trail. Several pick-up spots to choose from. It includes one commemorative wine glass, three wine tastes, and food pairings at each of the seven participating wineries in Grapevine. That’s a steal! Get your tickets here.
South Texas
• San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo
Starts February 12th, 2026
South Texas will be riding high at this indoor Rodeo. The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo is one of the most popular events in the city. It’s held annually each winter at the AT&T Center and features performances by cowboys and cowgirls from all over the U.S. The Rodeo is just one part of the fun—livestock shows, auctions, trail rides, horse shows, and other events make it a great family outing year-round.
Tickets: $30 and up.
• Laredo Birding Festival
February 4-7, 2026
Scenic birding along nature trails and the Rio Grande River in this border city is home to hundreds of local and migratory bird species. Laredo Birding Festival
Professional field guides lead the treks. Other activities include talks by birding experts and kayaking through bird-rich areas of the river.
Gulf Coast
• Houston – Radiant Nature: See the Garden Glow
Through February 22, 2026
The colorful, giant lanterns that will line Houston’s Botanic Garden are inspired by nature and Lunar New Year traditions in the Year of the Dragon. Radiant Nature: See the Garden Glow will include whimsical lighted seesaws and swings. Friday–Sunday and some weeknights.
• Barefoot Mardi Gras Corpus Christi
February 28, 2026
Barefoot Mardi Gras on the sands of North Padre Island, where a lively parade will feature more than 100 colorful floats (including islanders’ decked-out golf carts). Be prepared (bring a bag) to catch all the goodies tossed from the floats, including koozies, beads, candy, and more.
The fun will continue after the parade with food trucks, music, and awards for the best floats. Free.
• Corpus Christi Songwriters Festival 2026
February 13-15, 2026
Presenting over 25 songwriters and performers from all over the region. The Songwriters Festival on Facebook.
• Mardi Gras! Galveston 2026
February 06 through February 17, 2026
The 3rd largest Mardi Gras celebration in the country! Expect parades, live music, and lots to celebrate! Mardi Gras! Galveston is celebrating its 115th year. Buy tickets early to save!
• Mardi Gras Southeast Texas – Beaumont
February 13-15, 2026
Carnival rides and kid zone, vendors, purse bingo, and Uncle Kracker, among others, live performances. Get tickets at Beaumont Mardi Gras.
• Port Aransas – Whooping Crane Festival
February 19-22, 2026
Port Aransas National Wildlife Refuge will once again host its Whooping Crane Festival.
Avid birders will witness the world’s last naturally occurring population of endangered whooping cranes complete their annual migration south from Canada. The event features speakers, birding and boating trips, nature tours, and photography workshops.
Other Mardi Gras in the Texas Gulf Coast area (in February):
- Freeport Mardi Gras Festival
- Rockport LaMardi Gras
• SPI Kite Fest (Indoors)
February 6th and February 7th, 2026 – two different shows
See it all at SPI Indoor Kite Fest 2026.
• Charro Days Celebration – Brownsville
February 26 – 28, 2026
Since 1937, the event has celebrated Mexican heritage on both sides of the Rio Grande. Festivities include parades, a carnival, a costume ball, and the Sombrero Festival at various locations. See Charro Days Fiesta.
• Rotary Taste of Gumbo – Port Arthur
February 21, 2026, 11 – 2 pm
Taste of Gumbo & More will feature delicious gumbos from local restaurants and organizations. It will also feature live entertainment and a silent auction benefiting local charities. Check out everything you need to know online at Visit Port Arthur.
Now that Port Arthur owns the right to be the Cajun Capital of Texas, you’ll see more events like this one in their town. I recently visited this town and gained a glimpse into how infamous Port Arthur is. Read two articles about the area that was written on this site. I think you’ll find both very interesting. “A Perfect Day in Port Arthur” and “Port Arthur – The Cajun Capital of Texas.“
• Surfside Beach Marathon
February 21, 2026
The Surfside Beach Marathon takes place entirely on sand. Yikes! But that’s my opinion.
Central Texas / Texas Hill Country
• Valentine’s Day at Bertie’s on the Rooftop – Waco
No updates yet.
This February 14th at Bertie’s on the Rooftop in Waco at Hotel 1928 offers the perfect destination for a romantic evening. Guests will enjoy a curated Valentine’s menu, enchanting live harp music, and stunning rooftop views of Waco’s iconic landmarks. Adding to the magic, every reservation is entered into an exclusive giveaway for a hot air balloon ride for two—an unforgettable experience to share with someone special.
• Texas Hill Country Texas Wine Trail – Texas Hill Country
January 26 – February 27, 2026 – Wine Lovers Celebration
Tickets: Passports are $65 for Individuals / $100 for Couples
• Renaissance Festival – Kerrville
Through February 1, 2026 (last weekend), 10 am – 5 pm, rain or shine
Renaissance Festival is offering BOGO tickets until January.
• 11th Street Mardi Gras Bandera And Parade
February No updates
Three days of fun at Cowboy Bar Mardi Gras in Bandera, TX. See the website for tickets, but hurry, some options are already sold out.
• Alamo Gypsy MC St. Valentine’s Day Massacre Rally in Comfort
February 6-98, 2026
The Kendall County Youth Agriculture & Equestrian Center in Comfort, TX, will host this Valentine’s Day Rally. Check them out on Facebook. Tickets $18-$25
East Texas
• Mardi Gras Up River – Jefferson
February 6-8, 2026
See Mardi Gras
Texas Independence Day Celebration – Washington
February 27-28, 2026
Texas Independence Day Celebration celebrates Texas becoming a republic 188 years ago – Where Texas Became Texas.
West Texas
• Valentine’s In Valentine, TX
February 15, 2025
This tiny town in West Texas will attract at least 1000 visitors to this celebration featuring music and dancing on Main Street.
• San Angelo – San Angelo Livestock Show
February 5-22, 2026
San Angelo offers many family-friendly activities, but the San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo is a major family event. Expect to see the San Angelo Fairgrounds, showcasing prized lambs, goats, steers, heifers, llamas, alpacas, and rabbits.
Please share these fun things to do in Texas in February with everyone! And, if you’re looking for something to do in other months, we have this to say: Ideas For Texas Travel In 2026!
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