Field Notes
A closer look at the property, the places around it, and what's happening nearby.
Helpful notes on the land, location, lifestyle, local events, and details that help buyers see the full picture.
Upcoming Events Near Paris, TX
Diamond Rio at Franklin County Sports Complex
Country legends Diamond Rio perform a benefit concert in Mt. Vernon on September 25. Tickets start at $36.50.
Caden Gillard at Stage 271 in Grant
Rising country artist Caden Gillard performs a FREE show at Stage 271 in Grant, Oklahoma on September 19.
Josh Ward at Fannin County Multi-Purpose Complex
Texas country artist Josh Ward performs in Bonham on October 10. Just 25 minutes from Paris.
Uncorked Wine, Music and Art Festival in Sulphur Springs
A fall wine, music,and art festival in downtown Sulphur Springs with Texas wineries, live music, and vendors, October 10.
Bingo Loco at Stage 271 in Grant
High-energy game show spectacle Bingo Loco comes to Stage 271 in Grant, Oklahoma on October 24.
Bayker Blankenship at Choctaw Grand Theater
Rising country artist Bayker Blankenship at the Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant on November 13.
Marty Stuart at Choctaw Grand Theater
Country Music Hall of Famer Marty Stuart at the Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant on November 14.
Bob Wills Fiddle Festival and Contest in Greenville
The 15th annual fiddle festival takes over downtown Greenville with contests, free outdoor stages,and a ticketed headliner concert. November 6 to 7.
Weekend in Paris Square Dance Festival
Five days of square and round dancing at the Love Civic Center, September 2-6. Top callers from across the country.
The Band Laredo at Buffalo Joe's Pub
Texas country and Americana from The Band Laredo at Buffalo Joe's Pub in Paris on September 4. Labor Day weekend.
Lend Me a Soprano at Paris Community Theatre
Ken Ludwig's hilarious farce opens PCT's season with seven performances at the Brown Centre, September 4–13.
Hatch Chile Fest at the Paris Farmers Market
Fresh-roasted Hatch chiles, local produce, and community at Market Square on September 5. 8 AM to 1 PM.
Jamey Johnson at Stage 271
Country songwriter Jamey Johnson performs at Stage 271 in Grant, Oklahoma on September 5. Less than an hour from Paris.
Paris Balloon and Music Festival
Hot air balloon glows, live music, food vendors, and a 5K run at the Lamar County Fairgrounds on September 11–12.
Paris Art Walk: monthly downtown gallery stroll
Local artists, live music, and galleries open late in the historic Paris downtown district. September 12 from 5 PM.
Salsa on the Square: Latin music and dancing
Live Latin music, dance instruction, and community celebration on the downtown Paris square. Free and family-friendly. September 12.
Girls Night Out: Purse Bingo at Love Civic Center
Designer purse bingo, charcuterie, raffles, and DJ music at the Love Civic Center. Rotary Club fundraiser on September 12.
Twisted Sister feat. Sebastian Bach & Gene Simmons
Hard rock icons Twisted Sister with Sebastian Bach and Gene Simmons at Choctaw Grand Theater on September 12.
Lenny Kravitz at Choctaw Grand Theater
Rock legend Lenny Kravitz brings his Live 2026 Tour to the Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant on September 18.
Russell Dickerson at Choctaw Grand Theater
Country star Russell Dickerson with Elizabeth Nichols at the Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant on September 19.
Lee Street Jamboree with Randall King in Greenville
Free outdoor festival in downtown Greenville with headliner Randall King. Food vendors, family activities, and music from 4 PM.
Judd's Pay it Forward Picnic at The Rail Yard
Live music, BBQ, and community fundraising for local families facing critical childhood illnesses. The Rail Yard, September 19.
Paris Texas Marathon on the NETT Trail
A flat, fast marathon on the NETT Trail starting and finishing at the Eiffel Tower in downtown Paris. September 19–20.
Matt Rife: Stay Golden World Tour at Choctaw
Emmy-winning comedian Matt Rife brings his Stay Golden World Tour to the Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant for two shows on September 25 and 26.
Paris Texas Fashion Week: Runway, trunk shows, and downtown shopping
Five days of boutique trunk shows and a finale runway at the historic Gibraltar Hotel. Downtown Paris, September 29 through October 3.
Red River Valley Fair
Four days of carnival rides, livestock shows, and live entertainment at the Lamar County Fairgrounds, September 30 – October 3.
William Lee Martin at Paris Community Theatre
Texas comedian William Lee Martin brings clean stand-up comedy to the Brown Centre on October 2 at 7:30 PM.
First Responders BBQ Cook-Off at Lamar County Fairgrounds
BBQ teams, community judging, and proceeds supporting local first responders at the Lamar County Fairgrounds on October 3.
Riley Green with Randy Houser at Choctaw Grand Theater
The Cowboy As It Gets Tour with Riley Green, Randy Houser, and Hannah McFarland hits Durant on October 3.
49 Winchester at Stage 271 with Colby Acuff
Americana band 49 Winchester with Colby Acuff at Stage 271 in Grant, Oklahoma on October 3.
Fannin County Fair
Four days of carnival rides, livestock shows, and live entertainment at the Fannin County Multipurpose Complex in Bonham, October 7–10.
Wyatt Flores at Choctaw Grand Theater
Rising country star Wyatt Flores at the Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant on October 8. Kicks off a historic four-concert weekend.
Cross Canadian Ragweed at Choctaw Grand Theater
Red Dirt legends Cross Canadian Ragweed in reunion shows at the Choctaw Grand Theater on October 9 and 10.
Kings of Leon at Choctaw Grand Theater
Rock icons Kings of Leon bring their Can We Please Have Fun tour to the Choctaw Grand Theater on October 11.
One Night in Memphis at Greenville Municipal Auditorium
A Sun Records tribute to Elvis, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis,and Carl Perkins, live in Greenville on October 11.
Travis Tritt with The Frontmen at Choctaw Grand Theater
Country legend Travis Tritt performs with The Frontmen at the Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant on October 15.
TEXPACC Square Dance Convention
Advanced square dancers from across the country gather at the Love Civic Center for three days of calling and choreography, October 15–17.
Dear Iris at Buffalo Joe's Pub
Dear Iris performs at Buffalo Joe's Pub in Paris on October 16. An evening of live music in an intimate venue.
Mannequin Night in Downtown Paris
Costumed volunteers pose as living mannequins in shop windows, with live music and food trucks downtown, October 17.
Wynonna Judd at Choctaw Grand Theater
The Hard Truth Tour brings Wynonna Judd to the Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant on October 17 with Troubadour Blue.
27th Annual Festival of Pumpkins
Over 60 vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, and thousands of decorated pumpkins in downtown Paris on October 24.
Clay Walker at Choctaw Grand Theater
Nineties country legend Clay Walker performs at the Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant on November 13.
Tanya Tucker at Stage 271 in Grant
Country music legend Tanya Tucker performs at Stage 271 in Grant, Oklahoma on November 14.
John Mulaney: Mister Whatever Tour at Choctaw Grand Theater
Emmy-winning comedian John Mulaney brings his Mister Whatever Tour to the Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant on November 20.
Chase Matthew at Choctaw Grand Theater
Rising country star Chase Matthew brings his Holdin It Down Tour to Durant on November 28.
Chelcie Lynn at Stage 271 in Grant
Comedian Chelcie Lynn brings her unfiltered stand-up to Stage 271 in Grant on November 28.
Christmas in Fair Park
A holiday craft show with local vendors, food trucks, and photos with Santa at the Paris-Lamar County Fairgrounds, December 4–5.
Paris Christmas Parade of Lights
The 14th annual parade of illuminated floats winds through downtown Paris on December 5 at 6:00 PM. Free and open to all.
Songs of the Season 2026: Paris Community Choir
The Paris Community Choir fills the Brown Centre with holiday choral music on December 14 at 7:00 PM.
It's a Wonderful Life at Paris Community Theatre
The holiday classic takes the stage of the Plaza Theatre in downtown Paris, December 3 through 13.
Hudson Westbrook at Choctaw Grand Theater
Rising Texas country star Hudson Westbrook with special guests at the Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant on December 4. An hour from Paris.
Bug Tussle Trek Antique Auto Tour
Classic and antique automobiles tour from Farmersville into Paris for the 58th annual Bug Tussle Trek on October 10, 2026. Free to spectate.
Downtown Paris Christmas Tree Lighting
Live holiday music at the JJ Culbertson fountain and the community tree lighting in downtown Paris on November 21 at 5 PM and 6 PM.
Darius Rucker at Choctaw Grand Theater
Country star Darius Rucker brings his solo tour to the Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant on December 5, 2026, at 8:00 PM.
Past Events
903 Sunsets: Stoney LaRue live in downtown Paris
Red Dirt favorite Stoney LaRue headlined week three of the free 903 Sunsets concert series in downtown Paris on June 18.
William Clark Green live at Lake Crook
William Clark Green with Bleu Edmondson and Will Grider performed at Lake Crook on June 20.
903 Sunsets: Animals (Maroon 5 tribute) — season finale
The free 903 Sunsets series wrapped up its 2026 season with Animals, a Maroon 5 tribute band, on the downtown Paris square on June 25.
The Mylon Hayes Family at Red River Valley Bible Camp
Gospel music family group performed two evenings at Red River Valley Bible Camp on June 29 and 30.
Red, (Oliver) White & Blues: July 4th weekend
A Fourth of July weekend celebration featuring live blues music in downtown Paris on July 3.
Paris Fourth of July Fireworks Show
Patriotic music, a memorial wall unveiling, and fireworks at the Love Civic Center on July 3, 2026.
Project Deport Freedom Festival
Free games, local vendors, food, and a fireworks finale in Downtown Deport on July 4, celebrating America's 250th anniversary.
Gene Watson & Moe Bandy: Living Legends Concert
Country music legends shared the stage at the Love Civic Center on July 11 for a one-night Living Legends concert.
42nd Annual Tour de Paris Bicycle Rally
Forty-two years running with multiple route options from 14 to 80 miles through Lamar County. Started at the Love Civic Center on July 18.
Hell of the North Texas: gravel cycling challenge
A 125-mile gravel endurance challenge on rough Northeast Texas terrain, inspired by the Paris-Roubaix classic. Held July 19.
Dylan Wheeler live at Buffalo Joe's Pub
Texas country artist Dylan Wheeler performed at Buffalo Joe's Pub in Paris on July 25 at 7:00 PM.
Kueckelhan Ranch Rodeo
Three nights of ranch rodeo competition at a working ranch north of Bonham. Held July 23–25.
Shades of Blue at Love Civic Center
Three days of community programming, education, and entertainment at the Love Civic Center, July 24–26.
Red, White, and Crafty at the Sam Bell Maxey House
Final session of the summer craft series at the historic Maxey House — $3 per person, all ages welcome. July 30.
Extreme Dwarfanators Wrestling
High-energy lucha-style wrestling came to the Love Civic Center on July 31. All-ages event.
Jordan Davis at Choctaw Grand Theater
Country star Jordan Davis brought his catalog of radio hits to the Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant on August 1.
Kane Brown at Choctaw Grand Theater
Country superstar Kane Brown performed at the Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant on August 8.
67th Annual Paris Rodeo
Two nights of roughstock, barrel racing, and community at the Paris Rodeo and Horse Club on August 7 and 8.
INK'D Society Tattoo Expo at Love Civic Center
A full-day tattoo convention at the Love Civic Center featuring tattoo artists, contests, and vendors. August 14.
Matchbox Twenty at Choctaw Grand Theater
Matchbox Twenty brings their 30th Anniversary Tour to the Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant, Oklahoma, on August 15.
Eric Church at Choctaw Grand Theater
Eric Church performed at the Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant on August 21. An hour drive from Paris.
Michael O'Neal live at Buffalo Joe's Pub
Paris native Michael O'Neal performed Texas country at Buffalo Joe's Pub on August 22. Cover at the door.
Muscadine Bloodline at Stage 271 in Grant
Southern rock duo Muscadine Bloodline with Jaid Joice at Stage 271 in Grant, Oklahoma on August 22.
WXGP Full Moon Festival at Lake Crook
PWC racing, live music, fireworks, and a drone show at Lake Crook State Park on August 28–30.
Sons of Legion at Choctaw Grand Theater
Sons of Legion brought rock, soul, and energy to the Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant on August 29.
Field Notes
Living in Lamar County
The rhythm of Arthur City and the surrounding area — the road in, the drive to Paris, the quiet that fills the evenings.
The character of this home
A walk through the details that matter out here: the retro charm, the brick fireplace, the acreage, and the detached accessory space.
Lifestyle: country living in Northeast Texas
How the property and the region come together — mornings on the porch, afternoons exploring the acreage, and evenings in the quiet.