Events in Smith County, TX

An LACC networking evening at Tarry Title offers a chance to meet new contacts and grow professional connections. Business cards are recommended for easy introductions.

Enjoy a family-friendly Bingo night featuring prizes and special appearances by the Cow. Children ages 6 and up are welcome to play, and everyone is invited to take part.

The Huser Brothers are set to perform at Blackhawk Creek Venue, with local band Joint Custody opening the night. Tables are available to reserve.

Gear up for a business-versus-business pickleball showdown that blends friendly rivalry with opportunities to connect on the court. Players of every experience level are welcome, from seasoned competitors to casual participants, with a focus on energetic matches and camaraderie. Space is limited, so secure your spot by completing the registration form. Get ready to dink, rally, and go for the win.

Settle in for a heartwarming weekend at Jellystone Park filled with comfy fun. Wear your favorite pajamas for a lively dance party, relax with family-friendly movies, and add your personal touch by decorating a pillowcase. The weekend wraps up with a sweet sendoff as everyone helps tuck Yogi, Boo Boo, and Cindy Bear in for their long winter rest, creating warm memories along the way.

Learn to make a Gandiegow Christmas Tree Quilt in a four-part class with Amy. Participants need to purchase the pattern and fabric kit in-store. The class fee is $100.

This 5K takes place at Rose Rudman Park in Tyler. The start line is across from Tyler Legacy High School, and parking is available in the back lot at the school. Registration offers tiered pricing at $35 for Early Bird, $40 for Regular, and $45 for Late Bird. Packet pickup is available ahead of time at ETX Brewing Company, with race day pickup also offered. A course map is provided by the organizers. For questions, contact Annelizabeth Atie.

Presented by Trailhead Med and CrossFit Tyler, this community wellness event offers mini clinics you can attend on a drop in basis, a fair featuring vendors, and prize raffles. Comfortable clothing is encouraged. It is a chance to get moving, stretch, and connect with the local health and wellness community.

A one day, hands-on class focused on creating a decorative Christmas planter. All materials and tools are provided so participants can complete a piece and take it home. Attendees are encouraged to bring a vase, and a small selection will be available to purchase at cost. Registration and payment are available through the ticket link, with other payment arrangements offered. The fee is $125 per student.

All are welcome to gather in a neutral space for meditation, mindfulness reading, and a short discussion. Participation is voluntary, and everyone is invited to take part and experience the gathering.

This monthly club welcomes machine embroidery enthusiasts to share recent projects, trade helpful tips, and explore the ins and outs of interfacings. Advance registration holds your spot for your first visit, regardless of the month. Bringing a show and tell project enters you in a door prize and covers your next club entry, while attending without one sets the next meeting fee at $5. An optional Machine Embroidery Sew Day follows the club session for those who want extra stitching time.

At Jellystone Park Tyler, a heroic weekend brings activities for families. A Veterans Day program recognizes real-life heroes. The lineup features a touch-a-truck opportunity for hands-on exploration of big vehicles, a creative activity to craft personalized superhero gear and imagine new powers, and an obstacle course that puts skills and agility to the test. Expect plenty of big smiles and memorable moments for everyone.

Justin Stagner takes the stage at Rose City Comedy in Tyler, Texas. Tickets are available for this live appearance.

Patrick James brings a wide-ranging set of cover songs to Texas Music City Grill & Smokehouse-Lindale, mixing hits across decades, genres, and artists. The atmosphere welcomes all ages, and there is no cover charge. Expect a soundtrack of familiar favorites that keeps the energy upbeat throughout the show.

Enjoy a relaxed, no-drop community bike ride that welcomes riders of all experience levels. It’s a chance to explore, connect with fellow riders, and enjoy a sweet treat. Bring a bike, helmet, and water bottle.

Run for One returns to Faulkner Park in Tyler with a 5K that welcomes runners, walkers, and cyclists in support of the Type 1 diabetes community. Hosted by the Tyler Type One Diabetes Foundation, the event invites all paces and abilities to share the same course and spirit of solidarity. Participants can expect a warm, community-first atmosphere with event T-shirts, a DJ, and prizes. The focus is on raising awareness for the 1.9 million Americans living with Type 1 diabetes, and sponsorship opportunities start at $250.

The Out of the Darkness Tyler Walk raises funds to support suicide prevention research, advocacy, and educational programs in schools, workplaces, and communities across Texas. The walk also offers an opportunity to help bring hope to people affected by suicide and support efforts to save lives.

Explore jeweled mosaic artistry in a single-session workshop held in a studio setting in downtown Tyler. For $125 per person, participants learn mosaic basics, including how to use tools, choose adhesives, and work with a variety of materials while crafting a richly detailed piece that requires no grouting. All materials are included, such as frames, prepped velvet-lined boards, and patterns, so everyone can go home with a completed work of art.

Forever Dolly, starring Rhonda Medina, celebrates Dolly Parton’s music, humor, style, and heart, featuring songs such as “Jolene,” “9 to 5,” “Coat of Many Colors,” and “I Will Always Love You.” Guests can enjoy food from a different food truck at each concert, along with beer, Kiepersol wine, and other refreshments. Lawn chairs or blankets are welcome on the half-acre lawn. Well-behaved pets on a physically tethered leash are permitted. Cash and credit cards are accepted, and veterans, active service members, and children 12 and under receive free admission. Full restrooms and free parking are available on site. Outside food, drinks, and coolers are not permitted, and smoking and vaping are prohibited in the audience area.

A gathering for in-person postpartum support, community connection, and mommy-and-me time. It offers mothers an opportunity to bring their village together.

The annual statewide beekeepers convention takes place at the W.T. Brookshire Conference Center in Tyler, bringing the Texas beekeeping community together for a multi-day gathering.

An interfaith community meal at First Christian Church in Tyler brings together neighbors of many traditions for an evening of shared food, music, poetry, and prayers for peace. The gathering continues a tradition begun by Art of Peace Tyler, which for ten years marked the United Nations International Day of Peace with creative, compassionate community events that included a shared meal. Now carried forward by Open Table Faith and community partners, this third annual edition is dedicated to building understanding across differences. Dinner is catered by a local Tyler restaurant. The cost is 10 dollars per person, and assistance is available if needed. Open Table Faith is a ministry of First Christian Church in Tyler that nurtures honest conversations about faith, cultivates community, promotes ecumenical and interfaith dialogue, and encourages compassionate action through activities such as book clubs, storytelling nights, beer and theology conversations, lectures, and conversations over coffee.

Celebrate the start of the Christmas season with two days of shopping and holiday activities in Downtown Lindale. The 50% off sale continues throughout both days, offering savings on gifts and other items. The evening shopping activities include a downtown scavenger hunt, coffee, live music, Taste & See Apple Co., and shopping at participating downtown businesses. Families can also meet Santa and receive free professional photos taken by Lake Country Photography.

Bring your favorite animal’s photo to life at Project Pet. After you sign up, email a high quality digital image of your pet and the team will place it onto a 16 by 20 inch canvas, with one pet per canvas. Friendly artists will guide you step by step so you can paint a personalized Pet Portrait from the transferred image.

Enjoy an active session filled with tumbling, Turkey Tag, an obstacle course, games, and treats. You can come for a single day or take part on both days, with pricing set at $25 for one day or $40 for both. Tokens are not accepted for this event.

This monthly TAG+ game night features a provided main dish and access to a library of board games. Attendees are welcome to bring side dishes, drinks, and their own games. The gathering takes place in the Genecov Room inside the Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce, with parking and entrance off E. Line St. A $5 donation is appreciated.

Celebrate the start of the Christmas season at Social ETX in Tyler with a festive market featuring local vendors and boutiques. Browse handmade goods, discover one of a kind gift ideas for friends and family, and enjoy tasty treats in a warm, cheerful setting. Whether you are finishing your list or hunting for something special, this community event spotlights small businesses and brings plenty of holiday spirit.

Enjoy a luncheon at Hideaway Lake Clubhouse featuring a program of 30 Second Commercials. A buffet will be served with chicken fried steak and gravy, potatoes, green beans, salad, dessert, and tea or water. The schedule includes a welcome with announcements, sponsor highlights, and then the main presentation. Pricing is $20 for members who RSVP by the early registration deadline, $25 for members after the deadline, and $40 for non-members.

The Rose Garden lights up for the holidays with longer hours and a tranquil walk among illuminated paths, shimmering displays, and cheerful photo backdrops. A new sensory friendly hour is offered each evening, when the garden is naturally brighter and holiday music is paused to create a quieter, less stimulating setting. Admission is free, with donations accepted.

The holiday season in Tyler, Texas gets underway with the 41st annual lighting of the community Christmas tree. Organized by the City of Tyler Parks and Recreation, this longstanding tradition brings the community together for an evening of holiday cheer. The ceremony follows the Tyler Rotary Christmas Parade, creating a festive cap to the celebration. Additional details will be announced as plans are finalized.

Jellystone Park Tyler sets the stage for a holiday weekend filled with cheer. The celebration features a Christmas party with seasonal activities, a golf cart decorating contest followed by a parade through the park, and a campsite decorating contest that invites creative displays. Santa will stop by to add to the fun. It is a chance to celebrate the season with bright decorations, shared smiles, and memories to last beyond the weekend.

The third annual Tyler Patrolman’s Blue Santa Fundraiser returns, continuing this annual effort to raise funds.

Celebrate the season with Mariachi Herencia de México as the ensemble presents a special Christmas edition of its La Nueva Generación world tour. The program blends familiar holiday songs with mariachi traditions, shaping an evening focused on Mexican music and culture. Emerging from Chicago’s mariachi community, the group has performed across North America and has earned two Latin Grammy nominations along with two Grammy nominations. Their work honors the historic lineage of mariachi with roots in cities such as Guadalajara and Mexico City while embracing a contemporary approach. The debut album, Nuestra Herencia, rose to the top of Latin streaming charts and received a Latin Grammy nomination for Best Ranchero or Mariachi Album. In 2025 the band released Viva La Música, a project that has garnered millions of streams and views. This concert highlights the spirit of Christmas through the traditions and sounds of mariachi.

At Kinzie Community Center, the LACC Business & Breakfast features a showcase of favorites from the Chamber. A catered breakfast will be provided.

A festive night at Dakotas Steakhouse features Patrick James performing a broad range of cover songs that span decades, styles, and artists. Seasonal cheer sets the tone for a fun evening of music. There is no cover charge.

Part of the Texas Museum of Art’s Texas Songwriter Series, this concert features Austin singer-songwriter Elijah Delgado, whose music blends indie rock, indie folk, and pop. His atmospheric guitars, intimate songwriting, dynamic builds, warm vocals, and emotional honesty shape what he calls “indie rock lullabies.” The concert is free to the public. During the performance, one dollar from each True Vine beverage purchased between 6:00 and 9:00 p.m. will be donated to the Tyler Museum of Art. A limited-edition letterpress poster commemorating the series will also be available for purchase.

The December meeting features an annual cookie auction. Additional details will be shared closer to the event. A $15 lunch option is available, with a choice of chicken crêpes or the salad bar.

Experience the first-ever Rudolph Run at Bergfeld Park in Tyler, featuring a Kids' 1k followed by a 5K. The children’s race takes place first, and the 5K begins right after. Additional details will be shared soon.

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis brings a beloved seasonal tradition of more than four decades to the stage. Led by Grammy-winning creator Chip Davis, the performance highlights Mannheim Steamroller holiday favorites delivered in the group’s unmistakable sound. Fifteen musicians perform on over twenty instruments as vibrant multimedia visuals fill the space, creating an experience that feels both immersive and personal while celebrating the season’s spirit.

A family friendly weekend at Jellystone Park Tyler marks the start of 2027 with a New Year party for all ages, a 2026 trivia challenge that lets families test what they remember from the past year, and quick Minute to Win It games to kick things off. Expect plenty of laughter, friendly competition, and memories to carry into the new year.

New Year’s Eve brings an all-night rock and roll dance party to Brisket Love Barbecue & Icehouse in Lindale. Music carries the celebration straight through the night.