In May, Jefferson features 4 scheduled events, holiday observances, and seasonal guides: Historic Jefferson Pilgrimage & Civil War Weekend, Battle for Jefferson, Memorial Day Weekend in Jefferson, Texas, and Mother’s Day in Jefferson, Texas. Use this guide to explore what is happening in town and plan your historic stay.
Annual Schedule
Over 79 years of tradition — Historic Homes and Twilight Garden Tours, Jay Gould Rail Car Tours, an Artisan Craft Fair, a quilt exhibit, plant sale, Saturday parade, and a luncheon. Jefferson's signature spring event.
The largest Civil War reenactment in Texas — two epic battles staged at Cypress River Ranch on Big Cypress Bayou, featuring cannon fire, infantry and cavalry, period sutlers, the Muskets & Magnolias Grand Ball, a Pilgrimage Parade, and Sunday church service.
Traditions & Seasons
Use the long weekend for bayou time, shaded history, and your first porch stay of summer.
Gardens, brunch, antiques, and a gracious B&B make an easy Mother’s Day gift that feels personal.
Réservez tôt pour les week-ends phares ou profitez de séjours calmes en semaine dans la ville historique de Jefferson.
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Helpful Information
Annual events in Jefferson in May include: Historic Jefferson Pilgrimage & Civil War Weekend (First weekend of may); Battle for Jefferson (May 1 – 3, 2026).
Holidays and seasonal guides for May include: Memorial Day Weekend in Jefferson, Texas, Mother’s Day in Jefferson, Texas.
Jefferson features historic bed and breakfasts, boutique hotels, and private cottages within walking distance of downtown. For popular event weekends, accommodations should be reserved well in advance. Browse all lodging options in the Where to Stay directory (/where-to-stay) or compare properties in the Jefferson B&B Guide (/bb-guide).