WELCOMETOENNIS!

Welcome to Ennis, where the bluebonnets bloom in April but the bluebonnet spirit pervades all year long. Ennis, designated the “Official Bluebonnet City” and the “Official Bluebonnet Trail” of Texas, is home to 40 miles of mapped Ennis Bluebonnet Trails presented by the Ennis Garden Club. The festival takes place on April 14th, 15th and 16th

Throughout the weekend, there will be unique shopping vendors and fabulous live entertainment that will have visitors dancing and singing all weekend long. Put your boots on Friday to two step the night away with King George. On Saturday sing along to “Livin’ on a Prayer”, and “Always” with Slippery When Wet, an award-winning Bon Jovi cover band. The Windbreakers will bring their high-energy yacht rock dance party on Sunday to close out the three-day event. Visitors can also enjoy tasty food, fun kids’ activities and relax in the Wine Wander tent sampling unique wines from all over Texas. We are so grateful to Pegasus Auto and WFAA along with all our sponsors for helping make this event possible.

During your stay, make sure to visit Ennis’ historic downtown where you will find wonderful shopping and dining. Stop by the Bluebonnet Spirit Shop located at 204 W. Knox St. to shop all sorts of Ennis gear including hats, water bottles, bags, coffee mugs and the official Bluebonnet Festival shirt.

Ashley Colunga City of Ennis Marketing & Communications Director

You can also enjoy the Bluebonnet Market featuring fresh produce, baked goods, hand spun pottery, jewelry, clothing and more. This unique shopping experience is a local favorite, and we are celebrating its 10-year anniversary! Located on N. Dallas St, the market is open every Saturday from 8am-noon April through October. In addition to the market families can also enjoy Saturday Mornings at Minnie, unique live entertainment every Saturday at 10am from April through October in Minnie McDowal Park.

There are so many things to see and do while you are in Ennis. Watch your favorite movie under the stars at the popular 7 screen Galaxy Drive-in Theatre. Catch a live play at the Ennis Public Theatre or at Theatre Rocks. Check out an action-packed drag car race at the Texas Motorplex or enjoy watching a race at the Big O Speedway, an oval dirt track. If you are traveling with your furry friend, stop by the Puppy Patch dog park and dog wash located at 302 N. Dallas St.

Mark your calendars for our next festival, The National Polka Festival on Memorial Day Weekend. This unique family festival is fun for all ages with plenty of dancing, authentic Czech food, shopping and more. Trust us, you have never experienced polka like this before!

Join us for Blues on Main on June 10th-11th featuring live music and a Sunday brunch. Celebrate freedom at Ennis Freedom Fest with a charming Red, White and Bike Parade and HUGE firework display on June 24th. In October, enjoy the downtown haymaze all month long and Autumn Daze October 27th-29th. Then kick off the holiday season with the annual Christmas Parade of Lights and block party on November 30th followed by a full month of Christmas events downtown.

Don’t forget to download our free mobile app, Ennis Y’all, where you will have access to an interactive bluebonnet trail map with points of interest including a herd of longhorns and Sugar Ridge Winery, two must-stop places along the trail! You can also find places to eat and shop around town and can check out upcoming events. Use the app while you are in Ennis and to plan your next trip back.

Please stop by the NEW Ennis Welcome Center to say hello, be greeted with a “Hi Y’all” and get more information about the trails or your visit to Ennis. We are located at 201 NW Main and can be reached at 972-878-4748. visitennistexas.com

Welcome to Ennis Y’all!