Bonham's Annual Spring Festival on the Historic Square
Heritage Day brings locals and visitors into Historic Downtown Bonham for a full Saturday built around live music, local shopping, family activities, food trucks, and hometown history. The 2026 event is set for Saturday, May 2 from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM with free admission.
The official city calendar places the event at Historic Downtown Bonham, anchored around 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr. and the courthouse square. Unlike a one-note street fair, Heritage Day gives you a full day to work with — runners can start with the 5K, families can rotate between bounce houses and face painting, shoppers can browse vendors and downtown stores, and music fans can stay into the evening for the live lineup.
What to Expect
Festival Activities & Highlights
The 2026 city listing is more specific now, so you can plan around the official music schedule and the confirmed festival features below:
Live Music
Live music starts at 1:00 PM with Jess Wolverton, followed by Texoma Outlaws, TNT Dueling Pianos, Raised on Journey, Ashmore, and Jim Simpson & Reno Bound at 8:30 PM.
Food Trucks & Vendors
Food trucks, local shopping, and vendor booths are all part of the official lineup, so plan time to eat, browse, and walk the square between music sets.
Car Show
The official 2026 listing confirms the car show is back as part of the day's attractions in downtown Bonham.
5K Run
The Warrior Band Booster 5K starts at 8:00 AM. Packet pickup begins at 7:00 AM at 319 N. Main St., and online registration stays open until 30 minutes before the race.
Courthouse Tours
The city listing calls out guided Fannin County Courthouse tours plus the self-guided “Legend Has It” walkabout, which gives this event more local depth than a basic small-town festival.
Kids Zone
Bounce House Village, face painting, and family-friendly activities are all confirmed for 2026, making this one of Bonham's easiest all-ages days out.
Cornhole Tournament
The cornhole tournament is officially listed for 2026 as part of the downtown festival lineup.
Beer & Wine Garden
The beer and wine garden is back for adults 21+ with valid ID. The official rules also say no coolers, no glass, and no outside alcoholic beverages.
Logistics
Getting There & Getting Around
Heritage Day is officially listed in Historic Downtown Bonham at 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr., centered on the courthouse square and surrounding blocks. Public parking is available throughout downtown, and the best plan is to park once and explore on foot.
Bonham is roughly 90 minutes from Dallas, which makes Heritage Day realistic as a day trip or an easy overnight. If you are doing the 5K, packet pickup begins at 7:00 AM at 319 N. Main St.; otherwise, arriving earlier in the day should make downtown parking easier.
| Date | Saturday, May 2, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Time | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Location | Historic Downtown Bonham · 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr., Bonham, TX 75418 |
| Admission | Free entry. The 5K requires separate registration. |
| 5K | 8:00 AM start · Packet pickup from 7:00 AM at 319 N. Main St. |
| Beer & wine garden | 21+ with valid ID. No outside alcoholic beverages. |
| Parking | Public parking available throughout downtown. |
| Bring | Lawn chairs, valid ID for the beer and wine garden, sun protection |
| Rules | No coolers, no glass, no outside alcoholic beverages |
| Contact | Melissa Maxwell · mmaxwell@cityofbonham.org |
| From Dallas | ~90 min via US-75 N to US-82 E |
Stay the Night — Walk to Heritage Day
Four Winds Victorian Venue and Suites is a historic, owner-occupied private residence at 317 W Sam Rayburn Dr — within walking distance of the Heritage Day festival area. Five guest spaces, no cleaning fee, self check-in. More character than a standard hotel room and an easier downtown stay. Reservations through our booking platform.
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Heritage Day 2026 — Common Questions
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Yes. General admission is free. Public parking is available throughout downtown. Beer and wine garden purchases are separate for adults 21+ with valid ID, and the 5K has its own registration.
The official 2026 event listing is posted through the City of Bonham calendar and visitor information pages. Questions on the current listing are directed to Melissa at mmaxwell@cityofbonham.org.
The Warrior Band Booster 5K starts at 8:00 AM on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Packet pickup begins at 7:00 AM at 319 N. Main St. The race page says registration stays open online until 30 minutes before the start, and there is no in-person sign-up on race day.
Yes. The official event listing says public parking is available throughout downtown. Guests staying at Four Winds can leave the car parked and walk to the festival from 317 W Sam Rayburn Dr.
Four Winds Victorian Venue and Suites is at 317 W Sam Rayburn Dr in Bonham — within walking distance of the downtown Heritage Day area. Five guest spaces, no cleaning fee, self check-in, and parking included. Reservations are handled through our booking platform. More space and more character than a typical hotel stay in the area.
