Lone Star Cowboy Poetry Gathering

February 19-21, 2026

The Lone Star Cowboy Poetry Gathering, held in Alpine, Texas, is a celebration of cowboy culture featuring poetry, music, and storytelling. This annual event draws artists and enthusiasts who come together to share and enjoy traditional and contemporary expressions of the cowboy lifestyle. The gathering also includes educational sessions, performances by noted musicians, and opportunities for up-and-coming artists to showcase their talents. For more details, visit their official website.

Two smiling women in cowboy hats perform guitar and fiddle on stage, set against vibrant western decor and saddle displays.
Pictured: Performers at the Lone Star Cowboy Poetry Gathering in Alpine
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The Gathering celebrates the cowboy lifestyle through poetry, music, stories, and art, shared by those who have lived it with those who appreciate and learn from it daily.
Pictured: A colorful float in the Charro Days parade, Brownsville
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