From Hill Country ranches to small-town main streets, Texas knows how to celebrate its bees. Whether you’re a beekeeper, a honey enthusiast, or just someone who appreciates a good outdoor festival, you’ll find an event here to sweeten your calendar.
Here’s a tour of the state’s honey-themed gatherings — from century-old heritage events to newer celebrations buzzing with community spirit.
Uvalde Honey Festival
Where: Uvalde, TX | When: Early June
In the “Honey Capital of the World,” this long-running festival honors more than a century of local beekeeping tradition. Expect honey tastings, educational displays, live music, artisan vendors, and a 5K run through the historic downtown.
👉 Read the full Uvalde Honey Festival profile
Driftwood Honey Festival
Where: Driftwood, TX (Vista Brewing) | When: Late Spring
Hosted at Vista Brewing’s Hill Country ranch, this free, family-friendly event pairs honey education with live music, artisan markets, and honey-infused beer. Proceeds support youth beekeeping scholarships through the Texas Natural Beekeeper Association.
👉 Read the full Driftwood Honey Festival profile
Honey Bee Jubilee
Where: New Ulm, TX | When: Early Fall
A smaller, family-oriented festival featuring local honey products, honey wine tastings, arts and crafts, face painting, and educational booths on pollinator conservation. Admission is typically free.
👉 Visit WHF-Texas.org for dates and details.
BTX Honey Tour Carnival
Where: Burleson, TX | When: Varies
A carnival-style event with rides, live music, food vendors, and honey-themed activities. While not as focused on beekeeping heritage, it offers a fun family outing with a sweet twist.
👉 Check the City of Burleson Events Calendar for schedule and ticket info.
Why Visit a Honey Festival?
- Taste Local Flavors: From raw wildflower honey to infused creations, each festival offers a chance to sample the work of Texas beekeepers.
- Learn Something New: Observation hives, bee talks, and garden tips connect visitors to the science and art of pollination.
- Support Pollinator Health: Many festivals raise funds for education, research, and community programs that protect bees and their habitats.
Keep the Honey Flowing Year-Round
Honey festivals may be seasonal, but you can enjoy Texas’s beekeeping culture anytime with Delve experiences:
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- Meet Jeremy Campbell: Your Guide to Hands-On Beekeeping in DFW
- Creating a Pollinator-Friendly Garden in Texas
Festivals are just one way to celebrate bees. See our Beekeeping in Texas guide for more year-round experiences and resources.
