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From fields of wildflowers to manicured flower gardens, Texas is full of flowers. Whether it's bluebonnets or azaleas, tulips or roses, Texas has a festival for every flower and every flower lover.
March Flower Trails, Celebrations and Festivals
March is traditionally the time the flowers begin to bloom in Texas. Lone Star State visitors have a variety of options to view these abundant blossoms, including walking tours, festivals, celebrations, and driving tours.
Texas Rose Festival
Started in 1933, the Texas Rose Festival has become part of the fabric of life in Tyler. The Rose Parade is just part of the fun, that includes the Coronation Ball and the East Texas Symphony Orchestra’s “Concert in the Park.”
Jasper Azalea Festival
The East Texas town of Jasper celebrates the blooming of the azaleas with an all-day festival around their historic downtown square. Activities include an arts & crafts show, quilt show, classic car show, live music, kiddie carnival, cake decorating contest and more.
Tyler Azalea Trail
From mid-March through mid-April, the city of Tyler, Texas is home to the Azalea and Spring Flower Trail, which includes tours of area homes and flower trails, a civil war re-enactment, square dancing, 10k run, arts & crafts, and much, much more. This year's trail starts on March 20 and ends April 5.
Daffodil Days Festival
By mid-March, the daffodils are in bloom and the "Daffodil Capital of Texas" - also known as Round Rock - holds a festival to celebrate the occasion. The Daffodil Days Festival features plenty of fun for the whole family.
Official Texas Bluebonnet Trails
Ennis' Bluebonnet Trails were designated as the "Official Texas Bluebonnet Trails" in 1997. This month-long event incldes 40 mapped trails. Free maps and tour guides are available.
Nacogdoches Azalea Trail
Nacogdoches is home to Texas' largest azalea garden - the Ruby M. Mize Azalea Garden. Additionally, many of the town's historic homes have azalea gardens and azaleas line many streets throughout the city. During late March, visitors have three azalea trails to choose from, each of which wind through various sections of historic Nacogdoches neighborhoods.
Dogwood Trails Celebrations
March is when the dogwood trees bloom and the city of Palestine celebrates the event each weekend of the month. The first weekend includes the Queen's coronation and parade, as well as seminars, arts & crafts and more. Every weekend showcases the historic homes of Palestine, as well as a Dogwood Excursion aboard the Texas State Railroad.
Texas Hill Country Wildflower Trail
March through May, the roadways throughout the Texas Hill Country are lined with a variety of blooming wildflowers. A drive through this trail during spring is both breathtaking and exhilarating.
Red Poppy Festival
Held each year in Georgetown, just a short drive from Austin, the Red Poppy Festival features a 'Red Poppy Ride,' live music, car show, children's area, parade and more.
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