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SUMMARY:Los Grandes Del Norte
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″ icons_position=”left”][vc_single_image image=”5307″ img_size=”600×600″ alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ icons_position=”left”]Los Grandes Del NorteSaturday\, October 4 • 11:00 PM\nMain Stage • Independence Square\, Gonzales TX\nFree Admission • Bring your lawn chairs and dancing boots \n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_empty_space height=”40px” alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][vc_column_text css=””]🎺 Los Grandes Del Norte \nSaturday\, October 4 • 11:00 PM • Main Stage at Independence Square \nBased in Pharr\, Texas\, Los Grandes Del Norte are the soul of the border brought to life onstage. Founded by accordionist-producer Andrés “Nano” Medina and powerhouse vocalist Richard Soto\, they’ve transformed from a backyard wedding band into one of the Rio Grande Valley’s most electric exports. \nTheir breakout 2012 single Cumbia Caliente lit up South Texas radio\, and since then they’ve released hit after hit—including the viral Popurrí de Corridos Bravos series and 2025’s Vol. 4\, which topped digital charts. You’ll find their live videos hitting half a million views and their fanbase spanning from Brownsville to Laredo—and now\, Gonzales. \n🎶 Music & Live Show Style \nLos Grandes Del Norte turn any street into a full-blown fiesta. With a lineup that includes accordion\, bajo sexto\, two trumpets\, saxophone\, bass\, drums\, and congas\, they deliver 20-minute medleys that blend corridos\, cumbias\, rancheras\, and norteño into a seamless wall of sound. \n\n🔥 Accordion solos inspired by Ramón Ayala\n💃 Saxophone harmonies rooted in Monterrey’s norteño-sax style\n🪘 Cumbia rhythms that demand dancing\n🎤 Bilingual live dedications for birthdays\, veterans\, and bodas\n💥 Show-stopping finale: Popurrí de Corridos Bravos — capped with a unison shout of “¡Puro 956!”\n\nWhether you’re dancing with a beer or swaying with your kids on your shoulders\, this headliner set is the pulse of the celebration. \n🧭 Plan Your Visit \n\nArrive early: Tracy Byrd performs earlier in the night\, and the square will be packed by showtime at 11:00 PM.\nMain Stage Location: Northeast side of Independence Square\, in the parking lot at the corner of St. George and St. Joseph Streets.\nSeating: Bring lawn chairs or blankets—but you probably won’t stay seated long.\nFood & Beverage: Vendors will be open late around the square\, especially along St. Paul Street.\nBeer Tent: Located nearby for guests 21+\, with adult beverages available via token system (purchase at ticket booth).\nParking: Downtown streets are closed during the celebration. Use designated festival parking lots or neighborhood side streets.\nShade & Cooling: Port o Cool fans available near the Food and Beer Tents.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][vc_empty_space alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][vc_raw_html css=””]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[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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LOCATION:Main Come & Take It Celebration Stage\, Independence Square\, Gonzales\, 78629
CATEGORIES:Events,Free Live Music,Saturday Events
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SUMMARY:Tracy Byrd
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″ icons_position=”left”][vc_single_image image=”5303″ img_size=”600×600″ alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ icons_position=”left”]Tracy ByrdSaturday\, October 4\n9:00 PM\nMain Stage at Independence Square \nView Artist Website ➝[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_empty_space height=”40px” alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][vc_column_text css=””]Vidor-born country artist Tracy Byrd burst onto the national scene in 1993 when his debut single “Holdin’ Heaven” hit No. 1 on Billboard’s Country chart. What followed was a decade of genre-defining success: ten studio albums\, three Gold records\, and the double-Platinum No Ordinary Man featuring iconic hits like “Watermelon Crawl\,” “Lifestyles of the Not So Rich and Famous\,” and “The Keeper of the Stars.” \nAfter parting ways with major radio rotations in the mid-2000s\, Byrd doubled down on live touring. He built a loyal Texas fan base\, launched his own line of BBQ sauces\, and stayed true to his roots—performing 100+ shows a year with the same five-piece band that’s backed him for over two decades. Now celebrating 30+ years in country music\, Tracy Byrd remains one of the most respected traditionalists of his era. \n🎶 Music & Live Show Style \nByrd’s concerts are a high-energy blend of honky-tonk throwdowns and heartfelt ballads. From the Cajun swing of “Watermelon Crawl” to the slow\, starry-eyed pull of “Keeper of the Stars\,” each set flows with dance-hall-ready hits and singalong choruses. Live shows feature twin Telecasters\, pedal steel\, fiddle\, and Byrd’s baritone pitch—always 100% live with no tracks or Auto-Tune. \n\n🎻 Two-step-ready arrangements with extended instrumental solos\n🎶 Crowd participation during “Ten Rounds with José Cuervo”\n🎸 Down-home jokes and stories from the road\n\nExpect a family-friendly\, boot-stomping show that honors the legacy of 90s country—and still delivers with timeless charm. \n🧭 Plan Your Visit \n\nArrive early: Tracy Byrd kicks off the Saturday night headliners at 9:00 PM. The square will be filling quickly before Los Grandes Del Norte takes the stage at 11:00 PM.\nMain Stage Location: Northeast corner of Independence Square\, in the parking lot at St. George and St. Joseph Streets.\nSeating: Bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets. Limited room\, especially close to the stage.\nFood & Beverage: Vendors will be open throughout the evening along St. Paul and around the square.\nBeer Tent: Located near the stage for 21+ guests. Tokens available at the ticket booth.\nParking: Downtown streets are closed during the festival. Park in designated lots or surrounding neighborhood streets.\nCooling Stations: Port o Cool fans are located near the Beer Tent and Food Court areas.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][vc_raw_html css=””]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[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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LOCATION:Main Come & Take It Celebration Stage\, Independence Square\, Gonzales\, 78629
CATEGORIES:Events,Free Live Music,Saturday Events
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SUMMARY:Little Texas
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″ icons_position=”left”][vc_single_image image=”5306″ img_size=”600×600″ alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ icons_position=”left”]Little TexasSaturday\, October 4\n7:00 PM\nMain Stage at Independence Square \nView Artist Website ➝[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_empty_space height=”40px” alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][vc_column_text css=””]About the Band \nLittle Texas rose out of Nashville’s thriving early-90s country scene and built a reputation as one of the genre’s most technically polished and hook-savvy groups of the decade. With founding members Porter Howell (lead guitar\, vocals)\, Del Gray (drums)\, Dwayne O’Brien (rhythm guitar\, vocals)\, and Duane Propes (bass guitar\, vocals)\, they stormed the charts with thirteen Top 40 singles between 1991 and 1995. Their debut single “Some Guys Have All the Love” cracked the Top 10\, while later tracks like “God Blessed Texas” and the Billboard #1 “My Love” became anthems across country radio and Texas dancehalls alike. \nTheir second album\, Big Time (1993)\, went double platinum and solidified their crossover appeal—balancing southern rock swagger with rich vocal harmonies and heartland balladry. Even as lineup changes followed in the late ’90s\, Little Texas remained active on the road and on the air. Today\, the re-formed four-piece lineup—still led by Howell\, Gray\, O’Brien\, and Propes—tours constantly and continues to record new music\, including Missing Years (2007) and Young for a Long Time (2015). In 2022\, they celebrated the 30th anniversary of their debut album\, and their fan base only continues to grow. \nMusic & Live Show Style \nExpect an all-killer-no-filler showcase of 90s country gold\, performed by the guys who wrote the blueprint. Their live shows center on tight four-part harmonies\, arena-worthy guitar work\, and storytelling lyrics delivered with conviction. Signature songs like “Kick a Little\,” “What Might Have Been\,” and “Amy’s Back in Austin” tap into themes of love\, heartache\, and small-town pride—all wrapped in stadium-sized arrangements that energize crowds of all ages. \nWith Porter Howell now fronting the band\, vocals remain pitch-perfect while the musicianship has only deepened after decades on tour. Every show includes crowd shout-outs\, jokes about the early days on the road\, and a heartfelt nod to their Texas roots. And of course\, they close with the one-two punch of “God Blessed Texas” and “My Love”—guaranteed to bring the crowd to its feet. \nPlan Your Visit \n\nArrive early to grab a good viewing spot. Little Texas hits the Main Stage at 7:00 PM\, right before Tracy Byrd and Los Grandes Del Norte.\nMain Stage Location: Northeast side of Independence Square\, in the parking lot at St. George and St. Joseph Streets.\nBring lawn chairs or blankets if you want a place to sit—though you won’t sit long once the music starts.\nFood & beverage vendors will be open late on St. Paul Street and around the square.\nBeer Tent nearby for 21+ refreshments (ID required; tokens available at the Ticket Booth).\nParking Reminder: Downtown streets are closed for the celebration—use designated festival lots or nearby neighborhood street parking.\nShade & Cooling: Port o Cool fans available near the Food Court and Beer Tent.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][vc_raw_html css=””]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[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://comeandtakeitcelebration.com/event/little-texas/
LOCATION:Main Come & Take It Celebration Stage\, Independence Square\, Gonzales\, 78629
CATEGORIES:Events,Free Live Music,Saturday Events
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SUMMARY:GHS Culinary Food Eating Contest
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″ icons_position=”left”][vc_single_image image=”6273″ img_size=”600×600″ alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ icons_position=”left”]GHS Culinary Food Eating Contest📍 In front of the Main Stage\n📅 Saturday\, October 4\, 2025\n🕕 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_empty_space height=”40px” alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin us for a fast-paced food frenzy at this year’s Come and Take It Eating Contests\, hosted in partnership with Whataburger! Whether you’re a solo competitor or part of a team\, we’ve got a spot at the table for you. \nCOME AND TAKE THE HEAT\, PICKLED PEPPER EATING CONTEST 💥 ADULT DIVISION (Ages 14+) \nEntry: $10 per individualTeam Option: $25 per non-profit organization team🏆 Prizes: Whataburger swag for all participants – plus a $500 cash prize to the top non-profit team! \n⏱ Challenge: You have ONE MINUTE.How many can you eat? Who will crunch\, who will burn\, who will WIN? \nLITTLE REBEL CRACKER CRUNCH 🎈 K–8th GRADE DIVISION \nEntry: $5 per student🏅 Prize Groups: K–4th & 5th–8th grades🎁 Prizes: Whataburger swag and bragging rights! \n\n📋 How to Register \n• SIGN UP ONLINE HERE• Pick up a form at the Chamber of Commerce• Or email cheryla@gvec.net \nC&TI Eating Contest 2025 \n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][vc_empty_space alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][vc_single_image image=”6275″ img_size=”large” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://comeandtakeitcelebration.com/event/ghs-culinary-food-eating-contest/
LOCATION:Main Come & Take It Celebration Stage\, Independence Square\, Gonzales\, 78629
CATEGORIES:Saturday Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251004T160000
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SUMMARY:Off the Railz
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″ icons_position=”left”][vc_single_image image=”5308″ img_size=”600×600″ alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ icons_position=”left”]Off the RailzSaturday\, 2:30 P.M.\nMain Stage\nIndependence Square \n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_empty_space height=”40px” alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][vc_column_text css=””]Formed in South Texas in 2024\, Off The Railz is a dynamic southern-rock band that made an immediate impact on the Texas music circuit\, quickly earning spots opening for artists like Kyle Park and Austin Meade. Their blend of driving originals and expertly executed covers brings a fresh edge to familiar sounds—and a no-holds-barred attitude to the stage. \n🎶 Music & Live Show Style \nThis band doesn’t just play\, they ignite. Expect: \n\n🔥 High-octane guitar riffs and raw\, rhythm-heavy breakdowns\n🎤 Original tracks infused with grit\, swagger\, and Texas soul\n🎶 Covers spanning southern rock\, outlaw country\, and alt-Americana\n🤘 Full-band stage presence designed for big crowds and outdoor energy\n🙌 Frequent call-and-response moments and on-stage shoutouts\n\n📍 Location & Tips \n\nStage: Main Stage on the northeast side of Independence Square\nBest Viewing: Grab your spot early near the food vendors or bring a lawn chair to camp out for the afternoon block of bands\nVibe: Think beer-in-hand\, boots tapping\, and bodies moving—the perfect warm-up for Saturday night headliners\n\nOff The Railz are built for outdoor festivals\, and this Saturday set promises to turn the square into a full-on Texas rock revival. Don’t miss your chance to say you saw them before they blew up statewide.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://comeandtakeitcelebration.com/event/off-the-railz/
LOCATION:Main Come & Take It Celebration Stage\, Independence Square\, Gonzales\, 78629
CATEGORIES:Events,Free Live Music,Saturday Events
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