WELCOME TO ENNIS Y’ALL!
EVENTS ARE IN FULL SWING IN ENNIS!
There is something so special about spring in Ennis! As the sun sets on our 72nd annual bluebonnet season showcasing 40 miles of mapped bluebonnet trails, we take time to reflect on the beauty that Ennis and our surrounding areas have been blessed with and look forward to more spring and summer fun that lies ahead.
Our next big events include the National Polka Festival and Freedom Fest. The 57th Annual National Polka Festival on Memorial Day Weekend celebrates Ennis’ unique Czech heritage with 15 live polka bands, a colorful parade, Czech food, Pivo, shopping and more! Next up on June 28th is Ennis Freedom Fest with a charming Red, White and Bike Parade through downtown and the most beautiful firework display in Texas! Nothing says small town Americana like this Ennis tradition!
In addition to our exciting big events, there is fun to be had every Saturday (April through October) in Ennis as the gorgeous tree-lined Dallas Street comes to life with the Bluebonnet Market and Saturday Mornings (10am) at Minnie. The Bluebonnet Market features fresh produce, baked goods, hand spun pottery, jewelry, clothing and more. New this year is our littlest entrepreneurs who are selling their goods as part of the Big Dreams Little Tables program which focuses on lighting the spark of entrepreneurial spirit in the next generation. After completing the educational program, graduates will be selling their products at the market later in the season. This year’s entertainment includes cultural dance performances, wildlife experts, interactive S.T.E.M. experiences, magicians and more!
Take a trip back in time and learn about the beginnings of Ennis when you check out our newest attraction, the Historic Downtown Walking Tour. It can be found in the free Ennis Y’all mobile app. You also don’t want to miss Spring into Art, a rotating art exhibit that will take place every April through May in the Welcome Center. This spring display features A Garden Woven, a captivating display of art through gardening and weaving.
For more information about all the fun things to do in Ennis this Spring and Summer download our free visitors guide at visitennistexas.com.
Welcome to Ennis Y’all!
Ashley Colunga
City of Ennis
Marketing & Communications Director
