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The Jefferson holiday almanac

A good reason to
get out of town.

Long weekends, traditions, and small-town seasons—planned for Jefferson, Texas. Each guide gives you a grounded itinerary, the year’s date, and the details worth confirming before you drive.

Choose your occasion

Historic hotel in downtown Jefferson, Texas
01
December 31, 2026

New Year’s Eve

Trade the ballroom crush for brick streets, a memorable dinner, and midnight in a historic inn.

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Elegant room at House of the Seasons in Jefferson
02
February 14, 2026

Valentine’s Day

A romantic small-town getaway built around a beautiful room, an easy dinner, and nowhere urgent to be.

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Big Cypress Bayou in Jefferson, Texas
03
May 25, 2026

Memorial Day

Use the long weekend for bayou time, shaded history, and your first porch stay of summer.

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Historic Sterne Fountain in Jefferson, Texas
04
July 4, 2026

Fourth of July

Plan a patriotic East Texas getaway with cool mornings, local history, and a porch waiting after dark.

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Riverboat on Big Cypress Bayou near Jefferson
05
September 7, 2026

Labor Day

Close out summer with bayou mornings, air-conditioned history, and an unhurried two-night stay.

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Pumpkins on a vintage truck in Jefferson, Texas
06
October 31, 2026

Halloween

Lean into Jefferson’s ghost stories, old hotels, and October atmosphere—then sleep in the middle of it all.

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Autumn cypress color near Jefferson at Caddo Lake
07
November 26, 2026

Thanksgiving

Make the holiday feel like a true retreat with a whole cottage, a long table, and an autumn walk downtown.

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Historic museum architecture in Jefferson, Texas
08
January 19, 2026

MLK Weekend

Spend the long weekend looking more closely at East Texas history, with time for reflection and rest.

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Historic streets and buildings in Jefferson, Texas
09
February 16, 2026

Presidents’ Day

Turn the February long weekend into a compact history trip with museums, architecture, and a fine old inn.

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Garden at White Oak Manor in Jefferson, Texas
10
May 10, 2026

Mother’s Day

Gardens, brunch, antiques, and a gracious B&B make an easy Mother’s Day gift that feels personal.

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Historic Jefferson Railway train in Jefferson, Texas
11
June 21, 2026

Father’s Day

Build Dad’s weekend around trains, Texas history, fishing, paddling, or just a cold drink after a long lunch.

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Historic downtown Jefferson, Texas
12
November 11, 2026

Veterans Day

Pair local remembrance with museums, a peaceful autumn walk, and time together in Jefferson.

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December edition

Christmas in Jefferson

Rail of Lights, Candlelight Tour of Homes, and the busiest festive weekends of the year.

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