🎉🍂 Mark your calendars — October 18th is Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival 2025!
Start your morning with a Pancake Breakfast downtown, then look to the skies for the National Anthem & vintage WWII flyover by the Coyote Squadron. Enjoy live music all day — from local favorite Byron Haynie (jbhcountry.com) to blues masters Dempsey Crenshaw & Danny Banda (musiciansdfw.org/dempseycrenshaw) — and don’t miss Chip Waggoner from FOX 4 signing his new book.
Tour a working cotton gin, browse the Classic Car Show, vote in the Quilt Show, and cheer on contestants in the Chili Cook-off. Bring the kids for the Fun Zone, barrel train rides, and pumpkin bowling.
The evening heats up with the Santiago Apostol Conchera Dance Group followed by Dancing on the Bricks with the Chaser Crouch Band (facebook.com/chasercrouchmusic) — playing his hit “Talk to Me Texas” and red dirt favorites!
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📣 Calling all vendors, artists, cooks & community members! 🎪🌶️🚗📸🧵
The 2025 Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival is gearing up — and all forms & flyers are now available on our website!
🎟️ Download info for: 🍔 Food Booth Registration 🎨 Arts & Crafts Booth Registration 🧵 Quilt Show Flyer 🚗 Car Show Flyer 📸 Photo Contest Registration 🚜 Antique Tractor Show Flyer 🌶️ Chili Cook-Off Flyer
Whether you’re showcasing your talents or just joining the fun, there’s a spot for everyone!
📄 Get your forms here: [Insert Link] 📍 Festival Location: Downtown Kerens 📅 [Insert Festival Date]
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📣Support a hometown tradition — and a great cause!
The 2025 Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival is more than just a celebration — it’s a chance to bring our community together and give back. Proceeds from the festival will benefit the Kerens Library, helping to support programs, resources, and learning for all ages.
💚 Want to get involved? Become a sponsor!
Your support helps fund family-friendly fun, preserve local heritage, and strengthen our library for future generations.
📄 Download the sponsorship form here: http://bit.ly/45oIrlF
📍 Downtown Kerens
📅 October 18, 2025
Let’s celebrate our roots, support our library, and make this the best festival yet!
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Chip Waggoner Returns to Kerens for the Cotton Harvest Festival!
We are excited to announce that Fox 4’s Chip Waggoner is coming back to Kerens this October for the Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival! Known for keeping North Texas drivers up-to-date on traffic hot spots during his morning segments on Good Day, Chip is also an inspiring father, husband, and author.
During the festival, Chip will be hosting a book signing for his memoir, MIP (Miracle in Progress). His heartfelt story shares the Waggoner family’s journey with his son Benjamin, who was born with a rare form of spina bifida. Against all odds, Benjamin has overcome incredible challenges, recently earning the rank of Eagle Scout with a project that brought a Frisbee golf course to Camp John Mark—a camp designed for children with medical challenges.
📍 Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival 📅 October 18, 2025
This is a wonderful opportunity to meet Chip, hear his inspiring story, and get your own signed copy of Miracle in Progress.
Stay tuned for more details as we get closer to the event. We can’t wait to welcome Chip back to Kerens!
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We’re excited to announce that Beekeeper Jennifer Caldwell from Hives for Heroes will be joining us at the Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival! 🐝 Jennifer will be hosting an informative and interactive presentation at the Kerens Library, offering insights into the fascinating world of beekeeping and the incredible work Hives for Heroes is doing in collaboration with ENEL Energy.
Here’s what you can expect:
Slideshow Presentation: Jennifer will share the inspiring story behind Hives for Heroes, a national non-profit organization that supports Active Duty, Veterans, and First Responders by providing connection, purpose, and healthy relationships through beekeeping.
Beekeeping Demonstration: Dive into the world of bees with a hands-on demonstration of beekeeping equipment and an observationhive, where you can see the bees at work up close!
Hives for Heroes & ENEL Energy: Learn about how Hives for Heroes collaborates with ENEL Energyto promote sustainability and conservation through their shared commitment to the environment and the community.
Hives for Heroes is all about fostering growth and healing through the art of beekeeping. This special program offers veterans and first responders the opportunity to transition into civilian life by connecting them with beekeepers nationwide, providing access to resources, funding, and mentorship.
Be sure to stop by the Kerens Library to meet Jennifer and discover more about this amazing organization! Whether you’re curious about bees, conservation, or supporting our nation’s heroes, this presentation is a must-see at the festival. 🌼
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Get ready to dance the night away at the 2024 Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival Street Dance! 🎶 Join us for a fun-filled evening with Ira Bradford and Bustin’ Loose starting at 8 PM. 💃🕺 Entry is FREE, so grab your friends and come enjoy great music under the stars!
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We are thrilled to invite you to the 20th Annual Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival this October, a celebration of community, craftsmanship, and tradition. This year, the beloved Quilt Show returns to its roots in the newly renovated Stockton Hall, adding a touch of nostalgia and elegance to the event.
Quilt Show Details:
Dates: Friday, October 18th and Saturday, October 19th
The Quilt Show is open for free viewing and showcases the incredible talent of our local quilters. This year, we are excited to introduce the Mayor’s Choice Award alongside the traditional People’s Choice Award, adding an extra layer of excitement and recognition.
Quilters are encouraged to enter as many quilts as they’d like at no cost, making this a truly inclusive and celebratory event for all skill levels. Whether you are an experienced quilter or a first-time participant, your work will be admired and appreciated by the community.
Quilt Raffle: This year’s raffle features a stunning quilt measuring 58” wide by 67” long, created by the talented Nancy Heath and Crystal Canty. Tickets are $5 each or five for $20, offering multiple chances to win this beautiful piece of craftsmanship. Here’s how you can purchase your tickets:
Visit the Kerens Library: Drop by the library to see the quilt and purchase tickets in person (credit/debit).
Online: Use Cash App ($Cottonharvest) or Venmo (SusanForeman/Treas.903-654-3902).
The Quilt Show’s return to Stockton Hall, now fully restored as an event center, symbolizes the festival’s growth and the community’s dedication to preserving its heritage. As our title sponsor, Stockton Hall provides the perfect backdrop for this cherished event.
Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant quilting community, support local artisans, and celebrate two decades of the Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival. We look forward to seeing you there!
For more information, visit http://www.kerenscottonharvestfestival.com or follow us on social media for updates.
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We’re thrilled to introduce a new addition to the festival this year! An Indian Trail Master Naturalist will be in the library, ready to share their knowledge about Texas’s unique wildlife and natural habitats and provide some activities for the kids.
The Texas Master Naturalist program is a partnership among the AgriLIFE Extension, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, and over 300 local partners. This unique volunteer organization trains individuals through a rigorous program, requiring a minimum of 40 hours of field and classroom instruction, 8 hours of advanced training, and 40 hours of volunteer service.
Since 1998, over 6,000 volunteers across 42 local chapters have dedicated more than 1.2 million hours to enhance wildlife and native plant habitats, reaching millions of people with their expertise. The Master Naturalist at our festival will provide valuable insights and answer any questions you have about conservation and nature in our beautiful state.
More information coming soon!
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2025 Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival Photo Contest WinnersNovember 3, 2025 - 1:21 pm
2025 Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival EntertainmentAugust 10, 2025 - 2:55 pm
2025 Forms & Flyers Are Now AvailableJune 19, 2025 - 2:12 am
Join us for the Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival Street DanceSeptember 10, 2024 - 12:14 am
Come ride the mechanical bull!August 26, 2022 - 5:05 am
Carnival at the Kerens Cotton Harvest FestivalSeptember 20, 2021 - 10:34 pm
Southwest Dairy Farmers Mobile Dairy Classroom at the Kerens Cotton Harvest FestivalSeptember 2, 2021 - 7:32 pm
2021 Entertainment Schedule for the Kerens Cotton Harvest FestivalAugust 3, 2021 - 10:13 pm
2025 Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival Photo Contest Winners
/in Photo ContestBest of Show
Sara Canizares – Conroe
Young Adults – Architecture
Young Adults – Travel
Honorable Mention:
Alyssa Clark – Kerens
Keyshauna Williams – Kerens
Young Adults – Black & White
Young Adults – Animals
Honorable Mention
Amirra Jordan-Kerens
Kane West-The Woodlands
Joyce Campos-Kerens
Ali Gautherier-The Woodlands
Ryonlon Jim-Kerens,
Kayleb Henry-Kerens
Diego Torres-Kerens
Kaydence Greer-Kerens,
Alyssa Clark-Kerens
O’Mari Payne-Kerens
Kyle Hobbs-Kerens
Young Adults – Backroads of Texas
Honorable Mention
Abby Combs – Kerens
Samiya Cloud – Kerens
Adults-Animals
Adults-Architecture
Adults-Backroads of Texas
Adults- Black & White Animals
Adults – Black & White Travel
Adults – Travel
2025 Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival Entertainment
/in Uncategorized🎉🍂 Mark your calendars — October 18th is Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival 2025!
Start your morning with a Pancake Breakfast downtown, then look to the skies for the National Anthem & vintage WWII flyover by the Coyote Squadron. Enjoy live music all day — from local favorite Byron Haynie (jbhcountry.com) to blues masters Dempsey Crenshaw & Danny Banda (musiciansdfw.org/dempseycrenshaw) — and don’t miss Chip Waggoner from FOX 4 signing his new book.
Tour a working cotton gin, browse the Classic Car Show, vote in the Quilt Show, and cheer on contestants in the Chili Cook-off. Bring the kids for the Fun Zone, barrel train rides, and pumpkin bowling.
The evening heats up with the Santiago Apostol Conchera Dance Group followed by Dancing on the Bricks with the Chaser Crouch Band (facebook.com/chasercrouchmusic) — playing his hit “Talk to Me Texas” and red dirt favorites!
📅 Full schedule & details: https://kerenscottonharvestfestival.com/entertainment-schedule/
#KerensCottonHarvestFestival #TexasFestivals #SmallTownBigFun #LiveMusicAllDay
2025 Forms & Flyers Are Now Available
/in Festival Flyer📣 Calling all vendors, artists, cooks & community members! 🎪🌶️🚗📸🧵
The 2025 Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival is gearing up — and all forms & flyers are now available on our website!
🎟️ Download info for:
🍔 Food Booth Registration
🎨 Arts & Crafts Booth Registration
🧵 Quilt Show Flyer
🚗 Car Show Flyer
📸 Photo Contest Registration
🚜 Antique Tractor Show Flyer
🌶️ Chili Cook-Off Flyer
Whether you’re showcasing your talents or just joining the fun, there’s a spot for everyone!
📄 Get your forms here: [Insert Link]
📍 Festival Location: Downtown Kerens
📅 [Insert Festival Date]
#KerensCottonFestival #CommunityTradition #VendorCall #KerensTX #FestivalFun
2025 Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival Sponsorship
/in Sponsorship📣Support a hometown tradition — and a great cause!
The 2025 Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival is more than just a celebration — it’s a chance to bring our community together and give back. Proceeds from the festival will benefit the Kerens Library, helping to support programs, resources, and learning for all ages.
💚 Want to get involved? Become a sponsor!
Your support helps fund family-friendly fun, preserve local heritage, and strengthen our library for future generations.
📄 Download the sponsorship form here: http://bit.ly/45oIrlF
📍 Downtown Kerens
📅 October 18, 2025
Let’s celebrate our roots, support our library, and make this the best festival yet!
Discover the Buzz: Beekeeper Jennifer Caldwell from Hives for Heroes at the Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival
/in News, UncategorizedWe’re excited to announce that Beekeeper Jennifer Caldwell from Hives for Heroes will be joining us at the Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival! 🐝 Jennifer will be hosting an informative and interactive presentation at the Kerens Library, offering insights into the fascinating world of beekeeping and the incredible work Hives for Heroes is doing in collaboration with ENEL Energy.
Here’s what you can expect:
Hives for Heroes is all about fostering growth and healing through the art of beekeeping. This special program offers veterans and first responders the opportunity to transition into civilian life by connecting them with beekeepers nationwide, providing access to resources, funding, and mentorship.
Be sure to stop by the Kerens Library to meet Jennifer and discover more about this amazing organization! Whether you’re curious about bees, conservation, or supporting our nation’s heroes, this presentation is a must-see at the festival. 🌼
Join us for the Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival Street Dance
/in EntertainmentGet ready to dance the night away at the 2024 Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival Street Dance! 🎶 Join us for a fun-filled evening with Ira Bradford and Bustin’ Loose starting at 8 PM. 💃🕺 Entry is FREE, so grab your friends and come enjoy great music under the stars!
KESA Festival Breakfast
/in UncategorizedCelebrating 20 Years of Tradition: Quilt Show and Raffle at the Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival
/in Quilt Raffle, Quilt ShowWe are thrilled to invite you to the 20th Annual Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival this October, a celebration of community, craftsmanship, and tradition. This year, the beloved Quilt Show returns to its roots in the newly renovated Stockton Hall, adding a touch of nostalgia and elegance to the event.
Quilt Show Details:
The Quilt Show is open for free viewing and showcases the incredible talent of our local quilters. This year, we are excited to introduce the Mayor’s Choice Award alongside the traditional People’s Choice Award, adding an extra layer of excitement and recognition.
Quilters are encouraged to enter as many quilts as they’d like at no cost, making this a truly inclusive and celebratory event for all skill levels. Whether you are an experienced quilter or a first-time participant, your work will be admired and appreciated by the community.
Quilt Raffle:
This year’s raffle features a stunning quilt measuring 58” wide by 67” long, created by the talented Nancy Heath and Crystal Canty. Tickets are $5 each or five for $20, offering multiple chances to win this beautiful piece of craftsmanship. Here’s how you can purchase your tickets:
The Quilt Show’s return to Stockton Hall, now fully restored as an event center, symbolizes the festival’s growth and the community’s dedication to preserving its heritage. As our title sponsor, Stockton Hall provides the perfect backdrop for this cherished event.
Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant quilting community, support local artisans, and celebrate two decades of the Kerens Cotton Harvest Festival. We look forward to seeing you there!
For more information, visit http://www.kerenscottonharvestfestival.com or follow us on social media for updates.
KerensCottonHarvestFestival #QuiltShow #CommunityTradition #StocktonHall #FestivalFun #KerensTX
New Addition to the Festival!
/in UncategorizedMeet the Indian Trail Master Naturalist
We’re thrilled to introduce a new addition to the festival this year! An Indian Trail Master Naturalist will be in the library, ready to share their knowledge about Texas’s unique wildlife and natural habitats and provide some activities for the kids.
The Texas Master Naturalist program is a partnership among the AgriLIFE Extension, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, and over 300 local partners. This unique volunteer organization trains individuals through a rigorous program, requiring a minimum of 40 hours of field and classroom instruction, 8 hours of advanced training, and 40 hours of volunteer service.
Since 1998, over 6,000 volunteers across 42 local chapters have dedicated more than 1.2 million hours to enhance wildlife and native plant habitats, reaching millions of people with their expertise. The Master Naturalist at our festival will provide valuable insights and answer any questions you have about conservation and nature in our beautiful state.
More information coming soon!