THINGS TO DO IN JOHNSON COUNTY IN SEPTEMBER 2024
Celebrate the incredible achievements of Olympic silver medalist Conner Prince at a special hometown event, and feel the rhythm of Footloose: The Musical as it takes the stage with high-energy performances. Stroll through the Antique Alley Texas Festival, where history and treasures await, or spend a day at Market Days that showcase the area’s finest artists, creators, and collectors, and discover unique crafts. Dance at Zumba Latin Nights, where the beats of Latin music will keep you moving all night long. And don't miss the Hispanic Heritage Festival, a celebration of rich traditions, vibrant culture, and the spirit of togetherness. With a host of other family-friendly community events happening throughout the month, Johnson County is the place to be for making unforgettable memories this September. Mark your calendars and join us for a month of excitement, celebration, and connection!
Conner Prince Celebration
Join in celebrating Burleson's very own Olympic silver medalist in skeet shooting, Conner Prince! After a triumphant performance at the 2024 U.S. Olympics, Conner is home and Burleson is throwing a Community Celebration in his honor at the Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza. Come out to meet the champion!
- Date: September 7, 2024
- Time: 4:00 pm
- Location: Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W Renfro St
- Cost: FREE
BTX Beats
This fresh new concert series is bringing the heat this fall with the coolest LOCAL bands in town! All the beats are dropping at Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza. Stay tuned for the line-up. Fuel up before the show with eats from our awesome on-site food trucks, or grab a bite from nearby restaurants!
- Dates: September 7 and October 26, 2024
- Times: Sept. 7 - Olivia Joy Duet, 4:30 - 5:30 pm | Brock Dewald, 6 - 7 pm | Dolan (formerly the Dolan Band), 7:30 - 9 pm | Oct. 26 - TBA
- Location: Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W Renfro St
Footloose: The Musical
Based on the smash movie sensation by the same name, FOOTLOOSE is the story of a young man from Chicago named Ren forced to move with his mother to a puritanical, small town after his father abandons the family. To Ren's shock and amazement, dancing and rock 'n' roll are forbidden. Featuring songs from the original movie, Footloose is a high energy and excitement filled good time the whole family will love.
- Dates: September 20 - October 19, 2024
- Typical Show Times: 3:00 pm and 7:30 pm (based on date)
- Location: Plaza Theater Company, Dudley Hall
- Cost: $17 - $32
Antique Alley Texas Festival - Fall 2024
Antique Alley Texas (AAT) is celebrating our 25th year! Since 1999, AAT always happens on the 3rd Friday weekend every April & September. Friday & Saturday are the busiest days with eight cities that participate. Grandview, Cleburne, Maypearl, Alvarado, Venus, Keene, Joshua and Waxahachie all have special activities on Saturday. Sundays are very slow, with very few participating this day. There are scattered yard sales and vendors set in the fields on FM 4 E, between Grandview and Cleburne. Also see Antique Alley Texas in Cleburne.
- Date: September 20 -22, 2024
- Time: Each retail store, event coordinator and flea market organizer sets their own days/hours of operation. Pop & Gran's Antiques and More has special hours Friday - Sunday from 9 am to 6 pm on the weekend of the Antique Alley festival.
- Location: Eight cities participate! Can't see everything in a day.
- Cost: FREE Event
Be Healthy Burleson Annual Run
Come join the City of Burleson Park and Recreation Department as they host the annual Be Healthy Burleson 5K/10K/Fun Run to benefit the health, wellness, and safety for the citizens of Burleson. The event will include a 1K Fun Run, a 5K, and a 10K. There will be a group warm up at 7:45 am followed by the Fun Run at 8:00 am, the 10K at 8:15 am, and the 5K at 8:30 am. This family friendly event will feature music, food trucks, bounce house, giveaways, and community vendors!
- Date: September 21, 2024
- Location: 141 W Renfro Street
- Cost: See pricing and registration details here.
Del Norte Market Days
Join for Del Norte Tacos’ outdoor monthly market showcasing the area’s finest artists, creators, and collectors at Del Norte Tacos in Godley, TX. Del Norte Tacos is a four-acre venue! Held on the 4th Sunday of the month from 11 am - 4 pm, unless otherwise noted. Hosted by CC Markets 4 Days! Live music from local artists will be featured at each event. Food truck and a full BBQ/TACO menu in The Mesquite Room including the famous Smoked Chili Relleno. Family and pet friendly.
- Date: September 22, 2024
- Time: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Del Norte Tacos, 101 E HWY 171, Godley
- Cost: FREE Admission
Zumba Latin Nights in the Plaza
Get ready to move and groove with Claudia Soto at Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza's Zumba Latin Nights! As part of our upcoming Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, mark your calendars for September 25 and October 9. Come together to celebrate and get energized like never before.
- Date: September 25 & October 9, 2024
- Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm
- Location: Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W Renfro St
- Cost: FREE
Hispanic Heritage Festival
Join on September 28 from for a day filled with delicious Latin food trucks (stay tuned for our lineup!) and a lively atmosphere. There will be a DJ spinning your favorite tunes, a variety of vendors, and Zumba with Claudia Soto from 6:30 - 7:30 pm.
- Date: September 28, 2024
- Time: 5:00 - 9:00 pm
- Location: Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W Renfro St
- Cost: FREE Event, food available for purchase