Magnolia, Texas Civic Calendar — 2026

Federal holidays, state holidays, school year, election dates, and local civic events tracked by Magnolia News.

Jan 1, 2026
New Year's Day
PublicHoliday
Jan 19, 2026
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
PublicHoliday
Feb 16, 2026
Presidents' Day
PublicHoliday
Feb 25, 2026
Mardi Gras on the Stroll

An annual Mardi Gras celebration on the historic Magnolia Stroll featuring the Dancing Umbrella Parade, Cajun food, and festivities. Held at The Magnolia Stroll / Magnolia Square.

Festival
Mar 2, 2026
Texas Independence Day

Commemorates the 1836 Texas Declaration of Independence. Observed statewide.

PublicHoliday
Mar 8, 2026
Daylight Saving Time begins
Event
Apr 15, 2026
Tax Day (federal income tax filing deadline)

Federal income tax returns due. Extensions filable via Form 4868.

Event
Apr 18, 2026
Magnolia Showdown BBQ Cook-Off

An annual sanctioned barbecue cook-off and community festival held at Unity Park drawing competition teams and families. Held at Unity Park, 19450 Unity Park Dr.

Festival
Apr 21, 2026
San Jacinto Day

Marks the 1836 Battle of San Jacinto that secured Texas independence. A Texas state holiday.

PublicHoliday
May 25, 2026
Memorial Day
PublicHoliday
Jun 1, 2026 — Nov 30, 2026
Hurricane Season

Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 – November 30. Local emergency-management offices issue regular updates during active storms.

Event
Jun 19, 2026
Juneteenth
PublicHoliday
Jul 4, 2026
Independence Day
PublicHoliday
Aug 17, 2026
Texas public schools start

Most Texas school districts begin the academic year in mid-to-late August.

Event
Sep 7, 2026
Labor Day
PublicHoliday
Oct 4, 2026
Stroll Through the Renaissance

A community welcome festival each fall that previews the nearby Texas Renaissance Festival season with Renaissance vendors and entertainment. Held at The Magnolia Stroll / Unity Park.

Festival
Oct 12, 2026
Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
PublicHoliday
Nov 1, 2026
Daylight Saving Time ends
Event
Nov 3, 2026
Election Day

General election day in even-numbered years.

Event
Nov 11, 2026
Veterans Day
PublicHoliday
Nov 26, 2026
Thanksgiving Day
PublicHoliday
Dec 4, 2026
Magic of Christmas Parade of Lights

Magnolia's hometown lighted Christmas parade with decorated floats, community groups, and Santa, traditionally held the second Saturday of December. Held at Unity Park, 19450 Unity Park Dr.

Event
Dec 25, 2026
Christmas Day
PublicHoliday

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About this calendar

This calendar combines federal holidays, state-specific observances for Texas, civic recurring events (Tax Day, Election Day, DST), and seasonal events that affect Magnolia, Texas residents. It is updated annually as official dates are confirmed.

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