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Receive an update on Historical Park current projects, events, and upcoming activities.
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Staff will be present to discuss the current projects, events, and upcoming activities happening at the Historical Park.
Calendar of Events for August 18 - November 30, 2025
Paint the Park: Rocks (make one, take one) - Farmers Branch Historical Park
Is there a budding artist in the family? Have them leave their mark by painting a rock in Mary's Garden at the Historical Park. Supplies provided.
Sat | September 13 | 1 - 4 p.m. (come & go) | Family Friendly | Free
Come Fly a Kite! - Farmers Branch Historical Park
Bring your own kite from home to the Farmers Branch Historical Park and enjoy an afternoon soaring in the Park’s meadow. Take home instructions on how to make your own kite.
Sun | September 21 | 1 - 4 p.m. (come & go) | Family Friendly | Free
Classic Car Show & Local Fuel Pop-Up Coffee Shop - Farmers Branch Historical Park
Take a step back in time and enjoy a classic car show featuring originals and restored to near original automobiles and trucks. Make a pit stop at our 1936 Texaco Service Station to fuel up for the day and with beverages and bites for purchase. Awards will be presented for Best of Class, Best of Show, and People’s Choice.
Sat | September 27 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | classic vehicle entry begins at 8 a.m.
Gate Fee: Free to all spectators; Entry Fee: $25 for classic vehicle registration; pre-registration is recommended.
Branch Arts Live - Farmers Branch Historical Park
Enjoy an afternoon of live dance performances by a variety of local schools and organizations brought to you by the Arts & Culture Committee. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.
Sun | Oct TBD | 1 - 4 p.m. (come & go) | Family Friendly | Free
Haunts & Houses: Trick or Treating at the Historical Park
Bring your young and school-aged children to trick or treat and experience the Manske Library’s “Boo-Ville” area during this come and go event. Wear a costume and come to trick or treat at the Gilbert House, School House, Caboose, Queen Anne Victorian Cottage, and more! Characters will be on hand to distribute candy on a first-come, first-served basis, and to pose for pictures with your little ones.
Thur | Oct 16 | 4 - 6 p.m. (come & go) | Family Friendly | Free
Diá de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Celebration - Framers Branch Historical Park
Diá de los Muertos, Day of the Dead, is a celebration of life and death. Join the Historical Park and the community as we welcome back and honor the souls of our deceased loved ones. Activities include musical and dance performances, Loteria, kids’ crafts, air brush artists, and a beautiful community altar where attendees can pay respect and celebrate beloved family and friends. Notecards, candles, and flowers provided to place on the altar. Attendees are invited to bring duplicate photos or mementos to lay at the community altar to honor their loved ones; items will not be returned. Festival food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Thur | Oct 30 | 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.| Family Friendly | Free
Fall Family Minis: Photoshoot
The Farmers Branch Historical Park is excited to announce it is partnering with Rosa Poetschke Photography for a special day of fall family photo mini sessions. What’s included in the session: 20-minute mini session, private online gallery, 8 digital images, print release rights, and $20 credit to online print store at www.rosapoetschke.com <http://www.rosapoetschke.com>. If you have questions and want some inspiration or outfit planning, feel free to message Rosa Poetschke Photography once you have booked your mini.
Sun | Nov 16 | sessions: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
$150 per 20-minute mini session; pre-registration is required.
The Victorian Fencing Society presents a Grand Assault of Arms
A Public Exhibition of Nineteenth Century Fencing Matches, to be contested among the members of the Victorian Fencing Society with various fencing weapons to determine a champion. Visitors are invited to cheer for their champions, ask questions, and take photos of the events.
Sun | Nov 16 | 1 - 3 p.m. (come & go) | Family Friendly | Free
Holiday Hours:
Monday, September 1 (Labor Day)
Park Closed
Tuesday, November 11 (Veterans Day)
Park open 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Thursday, November 27 (Thanksgiving Day)
Park Closed
Friday, November 28 (Thanksgiving Holiday)
Park Closed
Operating Hours:
Park begins closing at 5 p.m. on Sunday, November 2