Texas Festivals & Events Association

10/05/2026

The judging is complete. The winners are waiting. ⚡🏆

Entries for the 2026 TFEA/Kaliff Marketing Awards have officially been judged, and now the countdown begins.

Who will take home top honors for this year’s standout festival and event marketing?

Join us at the TFEA Annual Conference & Trade Show, November 9–11 in Austin, and be there when the winners are revealed.

Great work deserves a great moment.

Register now at tfea.org.

10/02/2026

Your conference plans aren’t complete until the hotel is booked. ⚡

The TFEA Annual Conference & Trade Show is headed to Austin, and the official room block at the DoubleTree by Hilton Austin Hotel closes October 14.

Book through the official hotel link to access the $209 TFEA rate plus taxes and fees, along with the $15 special parking rate.

Once the room block closes, the special rate will be subject to availability, so don’t leave lodging to Future You. 😉

Reserve your room now and get one more thing checked off the conference list.
https://www.tfea.org/p/conference/hotel-accommodations1

10/02/2026

TFEA on Tour!
This Stop: Cottonwood Art Festival
Member Spotlight: City of Richardson

This week, we’re shining the spotlight on Cottonwood Art Festival, presented by TFEA member City of Richardson.

For more than five decades, Cottonwood has brought artists, collectors, families and art lovers together in Richardson for a juried celebration of creativity featuring nearly 200 artists, live music and hands-on experiences. The festival was also recently named Best Art Festival in the Dallas Observer’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards.

And the timing couldn’t be better. Cottonwood returns this weekend, October 3–4, at Cottonwood Park.

We’re proud to highlight the festivals, events and communities represented by TFEA members across Texas. 💙 Send us a DM to be featured!

10/02/2026

We’re excited to welcome Annie Frisoli as the Opening Keynote Speaker for the 2026 TFEA Annual Conference in Austin.

Her keynote, Designed Moments: Leadership That Outlasts the Event, will explore how the everyday decisions, conversations, challenges and responses behind an event shape teams, strengthen culture and create an impact that lasts long after the final attendee leaves. Annie is the founder and CEO of Creating Community LLC, a leadership expert, keynote speaker and Certified Festival & Events Executive.

Join us Monday, November 9 from 8:45–9:45 AM at the DoubleTree by Hilton Austin Hotel for a high-energy opening session designed for the people who make extraordinary events happen.

Register now at tfea.org and be part of TFEA Annual Conference 2026.

10/01/2026

Before we go Back to the Future, we’re taking a quick trip back to 2019. ⚡🏆

A few familiar faces, a lot of well-earned hardware, and plenty of proof that great event marketing never goes out of style.

Make plans to join us in Austin for TFEA Annual Conference 2026, November 9–11, and be there when this year’s standout campaigns and creators are recognized at the 2026 TFEA/Kaliff Best In Texas Marketing Awards.

Register by October 14 at tfea.org.

10/01/2026

Arrive early. Meet your people. Start the week strong. ⚡

Kick off TFEA Annual Conference 2026 on Sunday, November 8 with three great opportunities to connect before the full conference week begins in Austin.

5:15 PM – First Time Attendee Welcome
6:15 PM – Opening Night Reception
9:00 PM – DFEST Hospitality Suite

Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning for another year, Sunday night is the perfect way to settle in, make connections, and start the week with momentum.

REGISTRATION: https://www.tfea.org/p/conference/2026-conference-registration
SCHEDULE: https://www.tfea.org/events

10/01/2026

Great Scott! ⚡ The registration deadline is approaching fast.

Fire up the flux capacitor and make plans to join the Texas Festivals & Events Association for the 2026 Annual Conference, Back to the Future, November 9–11 in Austin.

Register by October 14 to be part of three days of education, networking and ideas designed to move the festivals and events industry forward.

No DeLorean required. 😉
Register at tfea.org.

09/27/2026

Congratulations to Cottonwood Art Festival, recently named the Best Art Festival in the Dallas Observer’s 2026 Best of Dallas® Readers’ Choice Awards.

Cottonwood Art Festival has been named Best Art Festival in the Dallas Observer’s 2026 Best of Dallas® Readers’ Choice Awards.

At the heart of the award are the artists, volunteers, sponsors, festival staff and generations of visitors who have helped make Cottonwood a North Texas arts tradition.

Thank you to everyone who voted for Cottonwood Art Festival and continues to support the arts in Richardson and throughout North Texas.

There’s no better time to celebrate. Cottonwood Art Festival returns to Cottonwood Park in Richardson October 3–4, 2026, with nearly 200 artists, live entertainment and a full weekend dedicated to creativity.

Come experience Dallas’ Best Art Festival for yourself.