Visting Vernon, Texas

Whether adventure takes you across the great state of Texas or across the country, Vernon is a great place to be. Located roughly halfway between Dallas/Fort Worth and Amarillo in North Central Texas, Vernon has something for everyone.

• Over 400 hotel rooms where you can rest and REVIVE,

• Restaurants offering a wide range of cultural fare that will curb even the most RAVENOUS appeitites,

• Shopping with a VARIETY of opportunities from antiques to the latest trends,

• The Red River Valley Museum brings out the adventurer in everyone through VIVID exhibits, as well as historical sites celebrating our rich and VIVID history,

Vernon is ALIVE with festive community celebrations throughout the year:

• Doans May Picnic First Saturday in May

• Celebrate the Western Trail and Red River Valley Museum International Art Show First Weekend in May

• Santa Rosa Roundup Parade & Rodeo Third Week in May

• Summer's Last Blast Second Weekend in August

• Vernon Burnin Bike Ride Third Weekend in August

• Vintage Vernon Ghost Tour and Folk Festival September

• Cowboy Mounted Shooting October

• Red River BBQ Battle State Championship Cook-off Last Weekend in October

• Christmas on the Western Trail and Lighted Chritmas Parade Second Saturday in December

So, no matter if you are looking for an adventure or just passing through town on an adventure of your own, Vernon is always a great place to be. Come see us- Your ADVENTURE awaits!

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