There are also dances Friday and Saturday nights. A barbecue supper in Oatmeal, Texas, on Friday night kicks off the weekend. Sept. 14 - 15. The Texas Legislature proclaimed chili the state dish, and Texans take that mandate seriously, making this annual competition a ton of fun. Sanctioned by the Chili Appreciation Society, the event attracts more than 600 chili chefs, who vie for the men's state championship and other honors.
Showmanship is as important as recipes and ingredients here.
Concerts, a battle of the bands, sports events, the Miss Chilympiad pageant, arts and crafts, food, and games keep everyone entertained. Find all of it on the shores of Lake Medina at this celebration of Cajun cuisine, culture, music, and history. See May . Each year Fredericksburg celebrates its heritage with an authentic German festival, complete with bierhalle, singing, dancing, oompah bands, and German wurst, sauerkraut, and baked goods. There are also arts and crafts, dance contests, a street dance, and entertainment for the kids.