Events in Gregg County, TX

The Longview Metropolitan Planning Organization invites the public to explore design options for the Fourth Street corridor and share input on safety, streetscape design, and functionality.

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The public unveiling of A Thousand Feet of Courage by J.P. Childress honors the Longview Fire Department’s historic tower rescue in February 2026. The art installation is presented in partnership with Arts!Longview and the Longview Fire Department.

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Celebrate the season with a festive market experience presented by the Junior League of Longview at Maude Cobb Convention Center. The Pineywoods Express theme sets the tone for holiday cheer, with a preview party, a special Moms Morning, Mahjong at the Market, and a full day of browsing seasonal gifts and goodies. Families can enjoy breakfast with Santa, photos with Santa, and more shopping throughout the event. Promoted as the biggest Christmas market yet, it brings activities and holiday finds together under one roof. Tickets will be available soon.

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Discover crochet basics, explore new techniques, and practice making a classic granny square in a relaxed, hands-on club. All skill levels are welcome, and crochet hooks and yarn are provided.

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Fall Family Day at the Longview Museum of Fine Arts offers a warm celebration of seasonal creativity, featuring hands-on art projects inspired by autumn and a variety of family-friendly activities for all ages. Families can make art together, explore the galleries, and enjoy time at the museum in a relaxed setting. Admission is free and everyone in the community is welcome. RSVP is requested.

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Celebrate the start of the holiday season with an exclusive first look at Christmas in the Pineywoods. Browse a lineup of vendors, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, festive drinks and holiday music, and get a head start on Christmas shopping before the market opens to the public. The evening offers a cheerful opportunity to gather with friends, discover something special, and enjoy some extra holiday magic.

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Enjoy a free bingo night for the whole family. Bring family, friends, or co-workers, or come on your own and meet new people. Tapshot prizes will be up for grabs.

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Learn the fundamentals of mahjong in a relaxed, welcoming beginner session. Get familiar with the tiles and try out your new skills. The session is hosted in partnership with Mahj in the Pines.

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Enjoy a gentle yoga class with Katy Davis of Deep Relief Massage Therapy, focused on intentional movement, breathing, and reconnecting with your body. Suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners, the class offers a comfortable pace without pressure or expectations. Flexibility and familiarity with yoga poses are not required.

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Set within Christmas in the Pineywoods at Maude Cobb Convention Center in Longview, this gathering centers on standard mahjong play. Expect good-natured competition and ample table time in a relaxed, social setting that adds a touch of holiday spirit. Participants may arrive with their usual group or connect with new players. Presented in partnership with Mahj in the Pines.

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Presented by The Martin House, this interactive family program explores digital citizenship and ways to stay safe online. Specially trained staff share information through videos and engaging questions, covering how to protect personal information, identify safe adults, report concerns, and handle cyberbullying.

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Celebrate Friendsgiving over dinner with members of the LGBTQIA+ community and allies. Guests are invited to share one thing they are thankful for, whether it is something big, something small, or a simple source of joy. The gathering brings people together for food, conversation, laughter, and community connections.

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The comedy TV series “That’s Funny Ain’t It!” brings its first All-Star Tour to Club Truth, featuring host Ratchet Tracy, known for appearances on BET’s “Ms. Pat Settles It” and “20 Comedians vs. DC Young Fly.” The lineup includes Aaron Cherry and Badmouth Rooster, with an East Texas comedian invited to perform as a special guest. The show offers 90 minutes of comedy.

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Celebrate the holiday season while supporting local farmers and makers at the final market of the season. Browse farm-fresh meats, seasonal produce, artisan drinks, baked goods, handmade gifts, and other local finds for festive gatherings and holiday meals. The Historic Longview Farmers Market connects residents and visitors directly with farmers and vendors. All produce is locally grown, and products are vetted rather than purchased wholesale and resold.

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Enjoy a festive breakfast with Santa, featuring a hotcake breakfast, crafts, storytime, and photos with Old Saint Nick. Children under 2 may attend for free but must sit on a lap and will not have a reserved seat.

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Choose from three distance options: a 5K, a 10K, or a one-mile course. Contact Angela for information about attending.

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Plato’s Closet’s Pre-Black Friday Sale features storewide discounts, with 40% off during the first sale period and 30% off during the second. Eligible items are determined by the store. Other restrictions may apply, and the offer cannot be combined with other discounts or promotions.

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Kick off the holiday season with a festive celebration featuring Santa’s grand parade around the mall. Children can enjoy cookies and juice, arts and crafts, and photo opportunities with Santa. The celebration also includes chances to meet princesses and superheroes, plus entertainment from Fusion Dance Teams.

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Celebrate the grand opening of The Pink Lantern with shopping, family activities, special guests, and giveaways. The celebration includes a ribbon cutting, a visit from Santa, princess appearances, food trucks, a bounce house, store-wide sales, and other surprises.

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Show off your gumbo recipe in a cook-off with a chance to win a Roughneck Harley-Davidson gift card. The top three prizes are gift cards valued at $500, $250, and $100. Email jenni@roughneckharley.com to sign up. Gift cards cannot be used toward the purchase of a motorcycle.

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Celebrate the holiday season with a festive gathering featuring Santa, Anna and Elsa, live music, carriage rides, a petting zoo, and Ollie’s faux snow hill. Food trucks and local vendors will also be at Heritage Plaza.

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Create a festive Thanksgiving centerpiece in a floral arranging class led by Maggie Joseph. With her guidance, you will design an arrangement to take home and enjoy as part of your holiday table.

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Celebrate Thanksgiving at a family fall fest featuring free games, crafts, and activities. Hot apple cider will be available for purchase, along with fall-flavored frozen margaritas.

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The annual Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday sale features the year’s most requested items, with discounts of up to 90% off retail. Swag bags will be available for the first 200 Thanksgiving Day shoppers.

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Take a break while the family is at the mall and enjoy a cold drink. Spend $150 or more on in-stock licensed Harley-Davidson apparel in Motorclothes for a chance to spin the wheel and receive up to 50% off your purchase.

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The Texas Shakespeare Festival and Kilgore College Theatre present Sarah Ruhl’s reimagining of the Orpheus and Eurydice myth, told from Eurydice’s perspective. After dying on her wedding day, Eurydice journeys to the underworld, where she reunites with her father and struggles to remember her lost love. Featuring professional and student actors, the play brings contemporary characters and plot twists to this timeless love story. Directed by Matthew Simpson, the production stars TSF favorites alongside Kilgore College theatre majors.

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Grounded Grooves is a free, community-centered open drum circle welcoming percussion of all kinds, from clapping and shakers to drums. Bring an instrument if you have one, or borrow a loaner while supplies last. Lawn chairs are also recommended, as they may run out. Flow dancers and poi are welcome, and donations are appreciated.

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Longview Firefighters 4331 and the Longview Fire Department are hosting a holiday toy drive to support children in need. Community members are invited to donate new, unwrapped toys and warm coats to help share some seasonal cheer in Longview.

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Compete in a 36-hole mini golf tournament open to participants of any age, with entry limited to 100 people. Players will be split into two flights and randomly paired with a partner to keep each other’s scores. The top 10 players will play all 36 holes again to determine the winner, with a hole-by-hole tiebreaker if needed. First, second, and third place receive cash prizes and trophies, and the top youth participant, ages 13 and under, will receive a prize. Registration and payment are both required for entry. Outside food and beverages are not permitted, and food and drinks are available for purchase on the premises.

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Enjoy breakfast and share your Christmas wishes with Santa.

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Browse the shops at Papacitas Village, where discounts, activities, and prizes vary by business. Trendy Chicks will also have Santa from 2 to 4 p.m.

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Support Pine Tree Flag and Tackle Cheer at the 1st Annual Little Cypress League Cheer Competition.

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A special Visitors Day with BNI Game Changers takes place at Carmela’s Magical Venue in Longview. The gathering focuses on growing small businesses through relationship-driven networking. Participants can connect with local owners and entrepreneurs, build meaningful relationships, and experience a structured format designed to generate quality referrals. BNI, a global networking organization grounded in a give-first approach that fosters mutual growth, highlights how its system helps businesses expand through peer support and reliable referrals. This session welcomes small business owners, entrepreneurs, and sales professionals who want to broaden their network and open new opportunities.

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Explore downtown business venues on a free, self-guided tour featuring local artists who exhibit and sell their artwork. The event also regularly includes food trucks and street musicians, alongside opportunities to enjoy downtown museums, restaurants, and businesses.

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A yearly benefit for Humbly Committed honors the dedication of first responders and healthcare professionals. The evening offers an uplifting atmosphere centered on gratitude and inspiration, along with food and meaningful ways to support the cause. Nominations for recognition are open.

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Celebrate the holiday season with a family-friendly brunch at Cargo. Enjoy brunch, take photos with Santa, and make Christmas memories together.

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Enjoy a festive day of Christmas shopping and margaritas while browsing small businesses for thoughtful gifts, stocking stuffers, and a little something for yourself.

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A Christmas themed vendor market in Longview, Texas welcomes kids and features vendor door prizes awarded every hour. It offers a festive setting to enjoy the holiday spirit.

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The Yule Viking Festival brings together Viking culture, merchants, food, entertainment, demonstrations, community, and Yule traditions. The celebration culminates in the evening with the Burning of the Long Ship at sunset, followed by festivities continuing into the night. Vinland Meads will be attending, while its meadery in Murchison remains open during its normal Saturday hours.

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Arts!Longview Honors is the signature fundraiser for Arts!Longview, the nonprofit organization that manages Longview’s state-designated Cultural District. The celebration features a Broadway-style variety show with performances by local performing arts groups, along with the presentation of the Lifetime Achievement Award for Artistic Excellence. The 2027 award recognizes Sandi Taylor, Vickie Echols, and Angela Wright, founders of ArtsView Children’s Theatre, which has helped thousands of children explore theatre, creativity, and the performing arts. The evening includes receptions with hors d’oeuvres, drinks, live music, champagne, and desserts, as well as valet parking.

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