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SUMMARY:Beer Tent and Food Booths
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″ icons_position=”left”][vc_single_image image=”6137″ img_size=”600×600″ alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ icons_position=”left”]Food Tent & VendorsLocation: Large Red Tent near Saint Paul Street \nHours: Open throughout the Come and Take It Celebration (Friday evening\, Saturday\, and Sunday) \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=””]Looking for food\, cold drinks\, and a shaded spot to take a break? The Food Tent has you covered. This hub of festival flavor is home to local and commercial vendors offering everything from BBQ to tacos to fried Oreos. Enjoy a seat in the shade\, with partial cooling provided by Port-O-Cools. It’s also the spot to snag Come and Take It shirts and relax between events. \n🎟️ Reminder: All food and drink purchases require tickets. Visit the Ticket Booth\, a white portable building located midway between the Food Tent and the blue-and-white Beer Tent on Saint Joseph Street\, to buy food tickets and beer tokens. \n🍔 Past Food Vendors \n\nAlright Boyz: Juicy turkey legs\, BBQ plates\, and BBQ nachos.\nCatholic Church: Classic hamburgers with chips.\nCatholic Youth: Hydration station with water\, tea\, Capri Suns\, and Gatorade.\nDa Spot: Mini tacos\, big burritos\, flautas\, asada fries\, quesadillas\, chicken strips\, and flour tacos. Drinks include agua fresca\, horchata\, cucumber lime\, lemonade\, and strawberry lemonade.\nDawg Haus: Specialty hot dogs and nachos for fast\, flavorful bites.\nEdwards: Crispy fried fish and fries\, with optional chili and cheese.\nJim’s Pizza: Pizza slices\, pizza pockets\, Texas sweet tea\, and lemonade.\nKenny’s Shaved Ice: Shaved ice in multiple flavors\, plus nachos\, frito pies\, bean soup\, cotton candy\, giant pickles\, and candy.\nLEOS: Ice-cold drinks like water\, Powerade\, Coke\, Dr. Pepper\, Sprite\, Big Red\, and more. Also serving ice cups and pickles.\nMasons: Boudin\, red beans and rice\, and roasted corn\, with bottled water available.\nSweet Chaos: Funnel cakes\, cinnamon pretzels\, and fried Oreos for your sweet fix.\n\n📍 Layout & Ticket Info \n\nFood Tent: Large red tent near Saint Paul Street\nBeer Tent: Large blue-and-white striped tent along Saint Joseph Street\nTicket Booth: White portable building located between the two tents\n\nGrab your tickets early\, bring your appetite\, and don’t forget to cool off in the shade between events![/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_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/beer-tent-and-food-booths/
LOCATION:Independence Square\, Independence Square\, Gonzales\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Friday Activities,Saturday Activities,Sunday Activities
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SUMMARY:Come and Take It Art Show
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″ icons_position=”left”][vc_single_image image=”6039″ img_size=”600×600″ alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ icons_position=”left”]Come and Take It Art ShowFriday\, October 3 – Sunday\, October 5\nCrystal Theatre • 511 Saint Lawrence St\, Gonzales TX\nAdmission: Free to Attend • Entry Fees Vary by Artist Type\nSilent Auction runs Friday through Sunday at 4:30 PM \nOfficial Art Show Rules[/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=””]🖼️ A celebration of creativity\, color\, and community from across Gonzales County. \n🎨 About the Event \nHosted by the Gonzales Art Group\, the Come and Take It Art Show returns to the historic Crystal Theatre for a full weekend of original works by local and regional artists — from seasoned professionals to emerging student talent. \nArtwork categories include oil\, acrylic\, watercolor\, sculpture\, mixed media\, photography\, textiles\, and a special category for pieces inspired by Gonzales County. All entries must be original\, and adult entries are judged separately from student work. \nVisitors can browse dozens of submissions throughout the weekend and place bids on items in the Silent Auction\, with proceeds benefiting the Gonzales Art Group’s Community Art Projects Fund. \nWhether you’re an artist\, collector\, or just an admirer of creativity\, this show is one of the hidden gems of the Come and Take It Celebration. \n🖌️ Event Details \n\nLocation: Crystal Theatre – 511 Saint Lawrence St\, Gonzales TX\nDates & Times:\n\nFriday\, October 3: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 4: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\nSunday\, October 5: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM\n\n\nSilent Auction: Runs during show hours\, closing Sunday at 4:30 PM\nEntry Fees: $4/member\, $5/non-member\, $1/student\n\nWant to Enter? \nArtists may submit up to **8 entries total**\, with **3 entries max per category**. Student work must be mounted on stiff backing\, and adult entries should be framed or display-ready with easels or hanging wire. No nude or obscene works will be accepted. \nDrop-off is on Thursday\, October 2 from 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM at the Crystal Theatre.\nArtwork must be picked up Sunday between 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM — no early pickups allowed. \nQuestions? Contact: \n\nJanice Williamson – (830) 857-5694 / jsw0883@gmail.com\nSarah Bailey – (830) 857-5695\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_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/come-and-take-it-art-show/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Events,Friday Activities,Saturday Activities,Sunday Activities
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SUMMARY:Petting Zoo
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″ icons_position=”left”][vc_single_image image=”2195″ img_size=”600×600″ alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ icons_position=”left”]Petting ZooLocation: Texas Heroes Square \nAdmission: Free! Open to all ages. \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=””]Come meet our furry (and sometimes feathery) friends at the Come and Take It Petting Zoo! This hands-on experience is perfect for families\, animal lovers\, and anyone in need of a little snuggle therapy. Whether you’re brushing a goat\, feeding a sheep\, or just soaking up the smiles\, this stop is guaranteed fun for kids and grown-ups alike. \n📅 Petting Zoo Schedule \n\nFriday: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.\nSaturday: Noon – 8:00 p.m.\nSunday: Noon – 5:00 p.m.\n\nCome early\, stay late\, and enjoy the most adorable part of the festival![/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=””]JTVCbW9kdWxhJTIwaWQlM0QlMjI2MTMzJTIyJTVEJTBBJTBB[/vc_raw_html][vc_empty_space alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][/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/petting-zoo/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Friday Activities,Saturday Activities,Sunday Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261003T180000
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SUMMARY:Come and Take It Carnival
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″ icons_position=”left”][vc_single_image image=”4715″ img_size=”600×600″ alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ icons_position=”left”]Come and Take It CarnivalThursday: 6-10 p.m.\nFriday: 6-10 p.m.\nSaturday: After parade until 11 p.m.\nSunday: 1-5 p.m.\nTickets: $1 each\nBracelets: All day rides\, $30 \nLocation: Texas Heroes 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=””]The Pride of Texas Shows Carnival is back at the Come and Take It Celebration\, bringing three days of thrills and family fun! Known as one of the premier carnivals in the Midwest\, this Elm Mott–based\, family-run operation serves up classic midway magic across Texas and beyond. \n🎟️ Entry Info: Wristbands and ticket options will be available on-site. Previous years offered all-day ride wristbands and individual ride tickets (rides range from 4–6 tickets). \n🎠 Previous Years’ Rides Include: \nMajor Thrill Rides \n\nAlien Abduction: Centrifugal force pins riders to the wall inside a rotating spaceship.\nCliff Hanger: Soar face-down at a 45° angle on this hang-glider style experience.\nGiant Expo Wheel (x2): Twin 50-ft Ferris wheels with LED light shows and a sweeping view of the celebration.\nKamikaze: A giant 55-ft upside-down looping ride for brave souls only.\nSea Ray: The giant swinging pirate ship that delivers moments of weightlessness.\nThe Storm: Multiple spinning axes whip riders in intense circles.\nVertigo: Towering 80-ft swing ride with incredible views and even better thrills.\nZero Gravity: A glowing take on the Round-Up with that floating feeling.\nAlso Seen: Aloha\, Sizzler\, Super Shot\, Triple Twist\n\nFamily Rides \n\nCarousel: Painted horses\, exotic animals\, and chariots for all ages.\nDragon Wagon: A mini rollercoaster kids can enjoy\nMerry Go Round: Classic fun with vibrant color and nostalgia.\nPuppy Roll: Spin the center wheel to make your puppy tub twirl faster!\nSlide Walk: A funhouse-meets-slide obstacle course.\nSuper Slide: Glide down a 90-ft fiberglass slide on felt sleds.\nAlso Seen: Toon Town\n\nKiddie Rides \n\nATVs: Kid-sized quad runners for little speed demons.\nBaja Buggies: Miniature 4x4s with steering wheels and working horns.\nEl Paso Train: All aboard for a gentle ride full of cheer!\nFarm Tractors: Sparkly\, colorful tractors kids can drive.\nJeeps: Continuous circular ride with honking fun.\nMarvel Maze: Inflatable obstacle course with bridges\, slides\, and more.\nRed Baron: Bi-planes that go up and down while rotating.\nAlso Seen: Bulgy the Whale\, Flying Tigers\, Happy Pond\, Slime Bucket\, Triggers Mine Train\n\n🎯 Games & 🍿 Food \n\nThe games at Come and Take It are designed to be family-friendly and fair\, often awarding a prize every time for kids. Whether you’re aiming for that jumbo stuffed bear or just want to test your luck\, there’s something for everyone.\nFood concessions include fan favorites like cotton candy\, popcorn\, funnel cakes\, curly fries\, slushies\, corn dogs\, pizza\, and more—basically everything your inner child craves.\n\n🛡️ Safety & Inspections \nPride of Texas Shows takes safety seriously. Each ride is inspected daily by trained operators and a Level Three NAARSO-certified ride superintendent\, among the highest-rated certifications in the U.S. Additional inspections are performed annually by the State of Texas and the carnival’s insurance company\, Haas & Wilkerson. \nGeneral Ride Safety Rules \n\nKeep arms\, hands\, and legs inside the ride.\nAlways use provided seat belts\, lap bars\, or harnesses.\nStay seated until the ride comes to a complete stop.\nRead and follow posted rules and age/height restrictions.\nListen to the ride operator at all times.\n\n🎟️ Carnival entry and ride info will be updated closer to the event. Stay tuned for wristband pricing and ticket details![/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=””]JTVCbW9kdWxhJTIwaWQlM0QlMjI2MTI4JTIyJTVEJTBB[/vc_raw_html][vc_empty_space alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][/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/come-and-take-it-carnival/
LOCATION:Texas Heroes Square\, Texas Heroes Square\, Gonzales\, 78629\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Friday Activities,Saturday Activities,Sunday Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261004T060000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261004T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T195550Z
CREATED:20250512T185630Z
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SUMMARY:Come and Take It Cook-Off
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″ icons_position=”left”][vc_single_image image=”4962″ img_size=”600×600″ alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ icons_position=”left”]Come and Take It Cook-OffHosted by: Gonzales Noon Lions Club \nDate: Sunday\, October 6\, 2025\nTime: All Day Event (Exact turn-in times will be provided to registered teams)\nLocation: Downtown Gonzales – 400 block of St. George Street and 600 block of St. Paul Street \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_btn title=”Download 2025 Flyer” style=”flat” shape=”square” color=”inverse” size=”lg” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-utensils” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcomeandtakeitcelebration.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F08%2FCookoff-2025.pdf”][/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=””]Fire up your grills and grab your spices — it’s time for the annual Come and Take It Cook-Off! Hosted by the Gonzales Noon Lions Club\, this beloved Sunday tradition invites competitive cooks from across the region to show off their best recipes in a sizzling\, family-friendly showdown. All ages are welcome\, and the crowd is just as important as the cook teams. So whether you’re competing or taste-testing\, there’s something for everyone! \n🍴 Cook-Off Categories & Entry Fees \n\nT-Bone Steak (Steak provided) — $60\nChili — $25\nBeans — $25\nAppetizer — $15\nKids Pork Chop — $15\nCocktail — $25\n\nRegistration Deadline: September 20\, 2025 \nTo enter\, complete the registration form and submit it with payment by mail or hand delivery: \n\n📬 Mail: Gonzales Noon Lions Club\, PO Box 1881\, Gonzales\, TX 78629\n📍 In-Person: Drop off at Gonzales Texas Farm Bureau (1731 Seydler St\, Gonzales\, TX 78629)\, Attention: Lion Britney Jones-Caka\n\n💰 Sponsorship Opportunities \nSupport a great cause while putting your brand in front of a hungry crowd! Two sponsorship levels available: \n\n$500 Sponsor: Includes entry in all categories\, logo on all promotional materials\, and 6 branded team cooling cloths.\n$250 Sponsor: Includes entry in 3 categories of your choice\, business name on signage\, and 3 branded team cooling cloths.\n\nSponsorship Deadline: September 15\, 2025 \nTo sponsor\, complete the sponsorship form and return with payment via the same mailing or in-person drop-off options listed above. \n📞 Contact Info \nHave questions or want more info? \n\n📱 Lion Cynthia Green: (512) 284-3377\n📱 Lion Charlie Gray: (830) 263-2614\n\nThis sizzling event is a true Sunday tradition — a chance for cooks to compete\, families to gather\, and the Gonzales community to show off its flavor and pride. Bring your appetite and your competitive spirit![/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][vc_column_text css=””] \n🧾 Cook-Off Info & Rules \n🛠️ Set-Up | 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. \nEvent takes place in downtown Gonzales on 600 block of St. Paul Street and 400 block of St. George Street \n\nUse the intersection at St. George & St. Paul to drop off equipment.\nAll vehicles must be removed by 10:00 a.m.\nLoad-out resumes at 4:00 p.m.\n\n📝 Team Check-In | 8:00 – 9:30 a.m. \nAt the front of the Running M\nPick up containers and tickets for each category you’re competing in. \n⏱️ Turn-In Times \n• Appetizer – 11:00 a.m.• Kids Pork Chop – 11:30 a.m.• T-Bone Steak – Starting at 12:00 p.m. (Turn-in times assigned at check-in)• Cocktails – 1:00 p.m.• Chili – 2:00 p.m.• Beans – 3:00 p.m. \n🗺️ Turn-in location announced during check-in \n🎭 Showmanship | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (or throughout event) \n\n\nFamily-friendly decorations & costumes encouraged \n\n\nJudged on theme\, costume\, and crowd appeal \n\n\nAnonymous judges \n\n\nKeep music at a respectful volume \n\n\nBusiness promotion only allowed for paid sponsors \n\n\n⚖️ General Rules \n\n\nNo business promotion unless you are a paid sponsor \n\n\nNo outside alcohol – Cocktails are for judges only\, not for public sampling \n\n\nNo glass containers \n\n\nNo pets allowed \n\n\nSet-up and breakdown only allowed during designated hours \n\n\nKids category must be 95% child effort – adult prep will disqualify \n\n\nClean up required – all coals\, ash\, and trash must be properly disposed of \n\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=””]JTVCbW9kdWxhJTIwaWQlM0QlMjI2MTMwJTIyJTVEJTBB[/vc_raw_html][vc_empty_space alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://comeandtakeitcelebration.com/event/come-and-take-it-cook-off/
LOCATION:Independence Square\, Independence Square\, Gonzales\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Sunday Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261004T070000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261004T080000
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CREATED:20250918T142710Z
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SUMMARY:Ministerial Alliance Gathering
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″ icons_position=”left”][vc_single_image image=”6329″ img_size=”600×600″ alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ icons_position=”left”]Ministerial Alliance Gathering📅 Sunday\, October 5\, 2025\n🕖 7 a.m. – 8 a.m.\n📍 Gonzales Independence 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=””] \nBegin your Sunday morning with a moment of unity and reflection led by the Gonzales Ministerial Alliance. This brief but meaningful gathering welcomes all community members and visitors to join in prayer\, fellowship\, and gratitude in the heart of Gonzales. \nCome early\, bring a chair if you’d like\, and join others as the town gathers in peace and purpose before the day’s festivities begin. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][vc_single_image image=”6342″ img_size=”full” css=””][vc_empty_space alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][/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/ministerial-alliance-gathering/
LOCATION:Independence Square\, Independence Square\, Gonzales\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261004T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261004T183000
DTSTAMP:20260515T195525Z
CREATED:20250512T185828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T195525Z
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SUMMARY:Gonzales Classic Cruisers Car Show
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″ icons_position=”left”][vc_single_image image=”4901″ img_size=”600×600″ alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ icons_position=”left”]28th Annual Come & Take It Car ShowDate: Sunday\, October 5\, 2025\nTime: Show runs all day; Participant registration from 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM\nAwards Presentation: 3:00 PM\nLocation: St Joseph Street\nAdmission: Free for spectators \nGonzales Classic Cruisers 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 Show \nThe Come & Take It Car Show celebrates its 28th year with a stellar lineup of classic cars\, hot rods\, and custom builds. This family-friendly event is free to attend and open to all ages. Whether you’re a serious car enthusiast or just strolling the square\, you’ll find shady seating\, festival food\, restrooms\, and live music nearby. \nThe Car Show runs all day Sunday and is a perfect way to close out the final day of the celebration. \nFor Car Show Participants \n\nDay-of Registration: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM\nAwards Presentation: 3:00 PM\nPre-Registration Encouraged\nLocation for Check-In: Independence Square (St. Joseph & St. George)\n\nTrophies and awards will be announced in the afternoon. Don’t miss your chance to be recognized![/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=””]JTVCbW9kdWxhJTIwaWQlM0QlMjI2MDYxJTIyJTVEJTBBJTBB[/vc_raw_html][vc_empty_space alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”Car Show Flyer” style=”flat” shape=”square” color=”inverse” size=”lg” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-car-alt” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcomeandtakeitcelebration.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F08%2Fcati-2025-registration.pdf|title:Car%20Show%20Flyer|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://comeandtakeitcelebration.com/event/gonzales-classic-cruisers-car-show/
LOCATION:Saint Joseph Street\, 401 St George St\, Gonzales\, TX\, 78629\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261004T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261004T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T195507Z
CREATED:20250813T182655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T195507Z
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SUMMARY:Jurassic Dino Experience & Caged Raptor
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″ icons_position=”left”][vc_single_image image=”6345″ img_size=”600×600″ alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ icons_position=”left”]Jurassic Dinosaur ExperienceSunday\, October 5\n🦖 Downtown Gonzales – roaming throughout the day! \nView Jurassic S.A.'s 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=””]Bring the whole family out to experience prehistoric party vibes with Jurassic S.A.\, a high-energy dinosaur entertainment group traveling all the way from San Antonio! These life-sized dinos will be stomping through the Come and Take It Celebration all Sunday long — dancing to live music\, judging the car show\, and (probably) sneaking a few snacks from the cook-off. \nThis interactive experience features Rocko – the heavy metal Rex with a wild streak! \nExpect: \n\nRoaming dinosaurs throughout the day\nMeet-and-greet photo opportunities\nMini dino shows and kid-friendly games\n\n🎟 Free with festival admission\n📍 All over the Come and Take It grounds — keep your eyes open![/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_empty_space alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][/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/jurassic-dino-experience-caged-raptor/
LOCATION:Texas Heroes Square\, Texas Heroes Square\, Gonzales\, 78629\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Activities
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SUMMARY:Daughters of the Republic of Texas Annual Memorial Service
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”]Daughters of the Republic of Texas Gonzales Chapter CommemorationLocation: 400 Block of St. Matthew Street (Behind the Presbyterian Church)\nDate & Time: Sunday\, 12:30 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=””] \nThis memorial stands in tribute to Green DeWitt\, Empresario and founder of the DeWitt Colony\, whose leadership helped shape the early settlement of Gonzales and surrounding areas. Alongside him\, we honor Sarah Seely DeWitt\, a Texas patriot and matriarch whose legacy includes the crafting of the now-iconic “Come and Take It” flag — sewn by her and her daughter\, Naomi\, in defense of liberty. \nGreen and Sarah’s partnership exemplified the resilience\, vision\, and sacrifice at the heart of the Texas story. Their lives and legacy continue to inspire pride in the people of Gonzales and all who carry forward the spirit of independence. \nErected by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas to preserve their memory and honor their role in the history of Texas. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][vc_btn title=”Download Flyer” style=”flat” shape=”square” color=”inverse” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcomeandtakeitcelebration.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F09%2FFlyer-65th-Annual-Memorial-Service.docx|title:Flyer”][vc_empty_space alter_height=”none” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][/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/daughters-of-the-republic-of-texas-annual-memorial-service/
CATEGORIES:Events,Sunday Events
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SUMMARY:Shiner Hobo Band
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″ icons_position=”left”][vc_single_image image=”5309″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ icons_position=”left”]Shiner Hobo BandSunday\, October 5 • 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM\nBeer Tent • Independent Square\, Gonzales TX\nFree Admission • Covered Seating Provided • Cold Beer Nearby \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=””]🪕 “No setlist. No director. No problem. The music\, and the beer\, never stop.” – A very unofficial Hobo motto \n🎶 About the Band \nThe Shiner Hobo Band isn’t just a performance — it’s a living\, laughing piece of Texas music history. Born in the years following World War I\, the band was formed by returning veterans who had missed the simple joy of making music. With most family bands and dance hall groups disbanded during the war\, these young men came home and stitched something new together: patched clothes\, old instruments\, and a promise to entertain again. \nFrom the beginning\, the Hobos embraced chaos\, charm\, and community. They were known for mismatched overalls\, rowdy energy\, and a standing arrangement with their sponsor — the Spoetzl Brewery — to supply a keg of beer per performance. Music and mischief went hand in hand. By 1936\, under the plunger-wielding direction of Emmett Busch\, the Shiner Hobo Band had become a regional sensation. Crowds in Shiner\, Gonzales\, and surrounding towns couldn’t get enough of their spirited brass and button accordion sound. \nThrough the 1950s\, the Hobos continued to show up for church picnics\, parades\, and civic events — wherever joy was needed. But by the time longtime leader Curt Messer’s health began to decline\, the band slowly faded from the spotlight. \nThat all changed in 1986\, when the Hobos were reborn for the Texas Sesquicentennial. Local musicians rallied under the playful leadership of Joe Panus (and his famous toilet plunger baton)\, practicing just enough to keep up with tradition. Soon\, the band was back — with a fresh coat of paint\, a speaker-rigged school bus\, and a renewed spirit of humor and heritage. \nToday\, the Shiner Hobo Band includes up to 30 active members from all across Central and South Texas — from Schulenburg to Port Lavaca. They operate as a nonprofit\, still proudly sponsored by the Spoetzl Brewery\, and still powered by memory: every song is played without sheet music. There’s no conductor\, no setlist\, and no shortage of laughter. \nWhether they’re playing The Shiner Song\, cracking jokes mid-polka\, or just raising a cold one between verses\, the Hobos remind us that sometimes the best music comes when you throw out the rules and play from the heart. \n🎷 What to Expect on Sunday \nSunday afternoon at the Come and Take It Celebration belongs to the Hobos. From 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM\, expect wall-to-wall music\, storytelling\, crowd engagement\, and cold drinks flowing right alongside the brass. \n\nNo setlists\nNo conductor\nJust pure Texas charm and old-world flavor\n\nTheir performances are full of spontaneous laughs\, surprise solos\, and inside jokes between bandmates that somehow include the whole crowd. You’ll hear their classic theme song\, The Shiner Song\, and polkas so lively they might get you dancing on your way to the beer line. \n🍻 Plan Your Visit \n\nLocation: Beer Tent at Independent Square — shaded tables and seating available\nTime: Sunday\, October 5 • 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM\nAdmission: 100% FREE as part of the Come and Take It Celebration\nNo need to bring: Chairs\, blankets\, or anything but your good mood\n\n🎺 Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just stopping by for a beer\, this is the set you don’t want to miss.[/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]
URL:https://comeandtakeitcelebration.com/event/shiner-hobo-band/
LOCATION:Beer Tent\, Independence Square\, Gonzales\, TX\, 78629\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Free Live Music,Sunday Events
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