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     Play hard and experience the many events and activities for both outdoor and indoor fun right here in our backyard. The City of Livingston has a variety of parks to enjoy and many outdoor activities including, golf, tennis, jogging trails, and skateboarding. Click on a location’s name or picture for additional information and links to their Facebook pages and website links to learn even more.

     Lake Livingston is a big playground for outdoor recreation including boating, fishing, and water sports. Relax and enjoy a spectacular sunset on beautiful Lake Livingston. Stop by the Polk County Memorial Museum, Heritage Park and the Historic Main Street District for a glimpse into the area’s rich and varied history.

     Close by attractions include Lake Livingston State Park, Sam Houston National Forest, Lake Sam Rayburn, and Naskila Gaming.

     The Livingston Specialty Merchants’ Guild is looking forward to helping you have fun and play like a local. It’s a good day to #LivLocal!

Where to Play on Main Street

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A Time To Dance Studio

Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 2-8pm

Dance Studio with Classes of Multple Styles of Dance for many ages. 

dancelivingstontx@gmail.com

108 West Church Street

across the tracks

Across the Tracks

Please Call for Events, Times, and Dates

Live Music Venue

936-329-4160

309 N. Jackson Ave Livingston, Texas 77351

 

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anniversary park

Anniversary Park

Gazebo, Picnic Areas, and Events. Located in downtown Livingston on the corner of East Church and North Tyler.

City Parks & Recreation 936-327-5242

Corner of East Church St. & N Tyler Ave Livingston, TX, 77351

 

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Compass TKD

Saturday 9am-4pm

Martial Arts Studio

936-701-6002

108 West Church Street

miss effie's cottage

Miss Effie's Cottage

Open During Events Only

This adorble cottage is the home of the Polk County Garden Club. Keep an eye out for events at this location.  

201 West Mill Street 

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23rd Annual Easter Eggstravaganza hosted by City of Livingston

23rd Annual Easter Eggstravaganza hosted by City of Livingston

Posted Date: 03/29/2023

23rd Annual Easter Eggstravaganza hosted by City of Livingston        Join the town for a local favorite at the City of Livingston’s 23rd annual Easter Eggstravaganza. Pedigo Park will be full of . . .

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Across The Tracks hosts Another Great Show

Across The Tracks hosts Another Great Show

Posted Date: 03/30/2023

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Anniversary Park Farmers and Artisans Market

Anniversary Park Farmers and Artisans Market

Posted Date: 03/30/2023

Anniversary Park Farmers and Artisans Market        Every year Livingston Main Street hosts a fun and family friendly event in Anniversary Park located in the heart of the Historical Downtown Main . . .

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Shop Small Giveaway Winners Announced

Shop Small Giveaway Winners Announced

Posted Date: 12/17/2022

Shop Small Giveaway Winners Announced        The Livingston Specialty Merchants' Guild and Livingston Main Street would like to thank everyone that participated in this year's Shop Small Passport . . .

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Main Street Raffles Huge Prizes

Main Street Raffles Huge Prizes

Posted Date: 11/16/2022

Main Street Raffles Huge Prizes        It is time for some big prizes and some local love. This year Main Street and many sponsors have come together to raffle off 6 different prize packages worth . . .

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Scavenger Hunt for Rufus The Elf

Scavenger Hunt for Rufus The Elf

Posted Date: 11/18/2022

City of Livingston’s Special Events Presents: A Scavenger Hunt        It’s the time of year for fun, family and friends. Get a group together or enjoy some self-care alone time and join the . . .

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Livingston Hometown Christmas Event

Livingston Hometown Christmas Event

Posted Date: 11/28/2022

Livingston Hometown Christmas        It is time for a special event all the locals look forward to and all the visitors turn into a holiday tradition. Livingston Specialty Merchants’ Guild and . . .

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“All Aboard” for Local Holiday Tradition, Christmas Train Village

“All Aboard” for Local Holiday Tradition, Christmas Train Village

Posted Date: 11/25/2022

“All Aboard” for the Christmas Train Village...  The Polk County Heritage Society ushers in the 2020 holiday season with their 18th Annual Christmas Train Village event. You do not want to miss it! . . .

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Across The Tracks hosts Another Great Show

Across The Tracks hosts Another Great Show

Posted Date: 12/31/2022

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Christmas Tree Farm Opens

Christmas Tree Farm Opens

Posted Date: 10/04/2022

Local Christmas Tree Farm Opens      The Piney Woods of Texas is just that. Piney woods. With the thick forests full of beautiful trees all over, sometimes the views are taken for granted. . . .

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Letters to Santa at Miss Effie's Cottage

Letters to Santa at Miss Effie's Cottage

Posted Date: 11/25/2022

Letters to Santa At Effie’s Cottage      In Livingston, there are many clubs and organizations for people of all ages to join. These groups provide so much for the community, especially during the . . .

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Weekly Chair Yoga at Sew Fancy

Weekly Chair Yoga at Sew Fancy

Posted Date: 07/26/2021

Weekly Chair Yoga at Sew Fancy Sew Fancy is the longest running antique mall and craft store in town. This shop is just outside of the city towards the lake. They host a weekly Chair Y[...] . . .

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Livingston Trade Days Weekends

Livingston Trade Days Weekends

Posted Date: 06/17/2021

Livingston Trade Days        Trade Days is a family friendly environment welcoming locals, day-trippers, weekenders, lake lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts who come to have a good time in the piney . . .

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Live Music at Across The Tracks

Live Music at Across The Tracks

Posted Date: 11/25/2022

Across The Tracks hosts Another Great Show        This rustic venue is excited to bring “Live, Local, Music” to downtown. Across The Tracks is located in the Historical Livingston Main Street . . .

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Annual Open House at Gokey’s Old Town Emporium

Annual Open House at Gokey’s Old Town Emporium

Posted Date: 11/22/2022

Annual Open House at Gokey’s Old Town Emporium      Gokey’s Old Town Emporium is a local Old Fashion Ice-Cream Parlor where the ice cream is just the cherry on top of the sundae. It has everything . . .

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Visit with Santa at Gobel West

Visit with Santa at Gobel West

Posted Date: 11/22/2022

Visit with Santa at Gobel West      Gobel West Accessories is a local jewelry shop with additional accessories such as handcrafted leather goods like belts, wallets, and hat bands. It gives off . . .

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Painting Class at Sew Fancy

Painting Class at Sew Fancy

Posted Date: 11/20/2022

Painting Class at Sew Fancy        Sew Fancy is the longest running antique mall and craft store in town. This shop is just outside of the city towards the lake. They are hosting an Pastel Painting . . .

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Annual Bethlehem Event in the Park

Annual Bethlehem Event in the Park

Posted Date: 11/25/2022

First Baptist Church hosts "A Drive Through Bethlehem" event in Pedigo Park. This will be a live performance of what life was like when Christ was born. Please contact Church with questions. . . .

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Lighting Up Livingston For Christmas

Lighting Up Livingston For Christmas

Posted Date: 11/20/2022

Lighting Up Livingston For Christmas      There are so many traditions that people use to get into the holiday spirit. In Livingston, one of the favorites is the annual moment of lighting all the . . .

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Shop Small to Win Big Bucks

Shop Small to Win Big Bucks

Posted Date: 11/04/2022

Shop Small to Win Big Bucks         Livingston is a small town, but the people here love to do the holidays with big style. Everyone is so excited to start celebrating this season and have some . . .

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Shop Small Porch Party at Home Grown

Shop Small Porch Party at Home Grown

Posted Date: 11/21/2022

Porch Party at Home Grown      Home Grown is a local shop with everything from handmade gifts and collectibles to stylish t-shirts. They specialize in all things local and unique gifts that center . . .

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Local Businesses Giving Away $1,300 in Prizes

Local Businesses Giving Away $1,300 in Prizes

Posted Date: 11/12/2022

SHOP SMALL. SHOP LOCAL. SHOP WITH US.        Thanksgiving is almost here and the Livingston Specialty Merchants Guild would like to wish everyone a very happy holiday! While the hope is that the . . .

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Fall Festival in The Vines

Fall Festival in The Vines

Posted Date: 11/18/2022

Fall Festival in The Vines      Tempe Creek Vineyard and Farm has been a local favorite since they opened. This wine vineyard on the edge of town gives everyone the beautiful views of the country . . .

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Painting in the Vines

Painting in the Vines

Posted Date: 10/22/2022

Painting in The Vines      Tempe Creek Vineyard and Farm has been a local favorite since they opened. This wine vineyard on the edge of town gives you the beautiful views of the country without . . .

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Pumpkin Patch Opens

Pumpkin Patch Opens

Posted Date: 10/04/2022

Local Pumpkin Patch Open      Leaves on the trees are changing. Football games are the small town friday night sensation. Fall decorations are out. It is almost time for Halloween and it is time . . .

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