Dogwood Bloom Watch 4-2-15

Davey Dogwood Park - 3-31-15
Photo by Michael Barnett


Spring has definitely sprung in Palestine, Texas.

 We are coming up on the last weekend of the 77th annual Dogwood Trails Celebration.

The majority of the dogwoods in Davey Dogwood Park are in full bloom and absolutely gorgeous. If you are planning to come in this Easter Weekend, make sure to drive around our historic neighborhoods and see the beautiful blooms (our azaleas are even popping out!).  

           Find a full schedule of events and activities at www.texasdogwoodtrails.com. 

Travel Tip: Don't miss the Easter Sunrise Service at Manley Mountain in Davey Dogwood Park - Sunday, April 5th at 7:00 a.m.  

Pink Dogwoods - 4-1-2015
Palestine, TX - Historic District

Azaleas - 4-1-2015
Palestine, Texas  - Historic District

Chinese Empress Tree
Palestine, Texas - Historic District

About Palestine, Texas:  Palestine is a charming East Texas town that boasts more than 1,800 historic sites, including the Main Street District. Home to the Texas State Railroad and Dogwood Trails, Palestine is graced with stately homes, gorgeous scenic drives and a Texas friendly welcome that offers a true Southern experience.  

Established in 1846, Palestine continues its tradition of small-town hospitality.  We invite you to visit Historic Palestine and experience our attractions, exciting events, unique shopping and local flavor - recently named one of the top Travel Destinations in Texas.  

                               Find our online Visitor Guide at www.visitpalestine.com.

Dogwood Bloom Watch: 3-26-15

3-26-2015 Dogwood Update
Davey Dogwood Park - Palestine, Texas

Joining us for the 77th Annual Dogwood Trails Celebration? The next two weekends should be an ideal time to see the dogwoods.  Find a full schedule of events and activities at www.texasdogwoodtrails.com


Looking to eat, stay & play in Palestine, TX? Check out our on-line visitor guide at www.visitpalestine.com.  

Dogwood Bloom Watch 3-23-15

Dogwood Bloom Update - 3.24.2015
Palestine, Texas

Spotted: Blue Skies and Dogwoods. The sun was shining bright yesterday at Davey Dogwood Park. The 77th Annual Dogwood Trails Celebration continues this weekend with a schedule full of events. Rumor has it the weather is suppose to be perfect for the 2nd weekend of festivities.  The Dogwoods should be ideal beginning this weekend through the first week in April - we are predicting they will be in full bloom by Easter weekend.  Stay tuned.

For more information on the 77th Annual Dogwood Trails Celebration, visit www.texasdogwoodtrails.com.  Download our free visitor guide at www.visitpalestine.com.

Dogwood Bloom Update 3-19-2015

Dogwood Bloom Update - Palestine, Texas

Today's cloud coverage is not stopping the dogwoods from slowly opening up. However, we are still predicting the dogwoods to be in full bloom towards the end of March through the first weekend in April.  As you know, mother nature can be tricky in Texas.  Stay tuned.... things could change.  

To find a full schedule of events and activities for the 77th Annual Dogwood Trails Celebration, visit www.texasdogwoodtrails.com.  

Dogwood Bloom Update: 3-16-2015

The sun is finally shining in Palestine.   We thought it would be an ideal day to check on the dogwoods in Davey Dogwood Park.   The cool and wet weather has been the perfect combination for the trees. As of today, we are predicting the dogwoods to be in full bloom the last weekend in March and first weekend in April.

Dogwood Bloom Watch - 3.16.2015
Palestine, Texas

Stay tuned for more Dogwood news.
We will keep you posted!

Follow the Dogwoods to Palestine, TX

If festivals and flowers are your forte, then plan a road trip to the 77th Annual Dogwood Trails Celebration. This long-time celebration takes place the last two weekends in March and first weekend in April. 

77th Annual Dogwood Trails Celebration

Activities are scheduled each weekend to compliment the Celebration, including the "Dogwoods through the Decades" Festival on Saturday, March 21st. Don't miss the Dogwood Train Brunch at the Texas State Railroad, tours at the historic Redlands Inn, Dulcimer Music Festival, Main Street Farm & Flower Market, live productions at the Texas Theatre and much more.
The annual Texas Dogwood Trails began in 1938. Davey Dogwood Park became the main location of the annual event in February 1944, when Mr. M.A. Davey, a Palestine oil main, purchased this tract of land and deeded it to the Anderson County to be used as a park of natural beauty.  This area includes over five and one-half miles of hard-surfaced roads. The park is especially beautiful in the spring with the dazzling white blossoms of the Dogwood Trees and many other native area wildflowers.

You're invited to visit historic Palestine and experience our attractions, exciting events, unique shopping and local flavor - recently named one of the top Travel Destinations in Texas. Find more information on the 77th Annual Dogwood Trails Celebration at www.texasdogwoodtrails.com.

 

Download our free visitor's guide at www.visitpalestine.com.