The 42nd Annual Main Street Fest - A Timeless Texas Tradition presented by Bank of the West, featured three days of exciting festivities, entertainment, celebrations and new activities for families and friends alike.
Golden Jubilee Grapevine came together to kick off the yearlong Golden Jubilee celebrations honoring 50 years of leadership by Mayor William D. Tate. The celebration began with the Texas Wine Tribute Gala, which honored Mayor Tate with the Tall in Texas award for his contributions to the Texas Wine Industry. Several state and international dignitaries were in attendance. On Saturday, May 16, the current and former Festival Chairs and Volunteers unveiled a statue of Mayor Tate next to Grapevine City Hall. On Sunday, May 17 the festival featured a Community Picnic at the Main Stage, which showcased traditional music and entertainment from Grapevine’s Sister Cities.
Craft Brews Festival guests enjoyed the Craft Brew Experience & VIP Lounge sponsored by Gaylord Texan Resort, where ticket holders tasted more than 40 brews from around the country. The Craft Brew Experience also included special keg tappings from exclusive brews. The flavorful lineup featured unique pours like Elysian Space Dust, Limestone Cowboy, Key Lime Pie, Imperial Texan and more.
Live music from more than 15 different acts could be heard throughout the weekend across three stages. Award-winning country music artist Jack Ingram headlined the festival and rocked the Arca Continental Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages Main Stage Saturday night while Limelight had guests disco dancing on Friday night.
Artisan, Marketplace and Food Vendors lined Historic Main Street, offering a variety of handcrafted goods and delicious treats. Food vendors brought flavors from around the world, including Cajun dishes, Filipino BBQ, Caribbean seafood from Florida’s Best and many more. Artisan and Marketplace vendors connected festivalgoers with everything from salsa and cocktail mixers to custom hats, jewelry, wooden toys, homemade candles and more.
Six high-wire performances from Antigravity Art were a new spectacle at Main Street Fest, captivating festivalgoers on Saturday and Sunday as they performed across a staged high-wire between Grapevine City Hall and Messina Hof Winery, recreating a historic Grapevine moment from 1914.
Guests riding the Golden Jubilee Trains onboard Grapevine Vintage Railroad and sponsored by SEA LIFE Aquarium enjoyed special excursions dedicated to Mayor Tate. These excursions recognized the lasting impact he made on the Grapevine Vintage Railroad and other heritage programs in Grapevine.
Family-friendly fun and memory-making moments took center stage during the festival. At KidZone, Dance Parties hosted by Great Wolf Lodge inspired kids to hit the dance floor and play exciting games. Creativity shined at the Cook Children’s Build-A-Bear Booth, where kids created furry friends by picking out and dressing up a plush pal with fun accessories. Older and younger children alike enjoyed the Ferris Wheel and other rides, as well as carnival games. Magic shows, jugglers and bubble artists kept guests entertained throughout the weekend.
Art experiences welcomed festivalgoers with a vibrant showcase throughout the weekend. Inside the Foust Funeral Home, the Grapevine Art Project Market, sponsored by The Dallas Morning News, featured jewelry, pottery and visual art, offering guests a chance to experience the destination’s thriving local arts scene in a uniquely historic setting.
Friendly competition was served at the Main Street Fest Tennis & Pickleball Tournament, held Saturday and Sunday across multiple locations. The tournament included open singles and doubles events, as well as level-based and prize competitions in singles, doubles, mixed doubles and parent-child doubles. It attracted top-tier talent from across Texas and neighboring states, showcasing some of the region’s best players.
Pictures and video of the 42nd Annual Main Street Fest are available upon request. The 43rd Annual Main Street Fest - A Timeless Texas Tradition will take place May 14, 15 and 16, 2027.