Texas State
Forest Festival

Is Coming to Town

Sept. 15-18, 2022

George H. Henderson Exposition Center
1200 Ellen Trout Dr. | Lufkin

About the Texas State Forest Festival

Presented by Brookshire Brothers, the Texas State Forest Festival is an East Texas tradition that attracts over 14,000 people to Lufkin/Angelina County with thrilling competitions, yummy festival food, fun carnival rides, exciting shows & so much more! This year, the four-day festival will be held from September 15-18, 2022 at the George H. Henderson, Jr. Exposition Center. Annually, the Texas State Forest Festival requires over 150 volunteers working about 2,500 hours to stage the event, and continues to be one of the premier annual events in Deep East Texas!

Carnival Fun

Many have asked, and the answer is year. The carnival is back this year! Get ready, the Ferris Wheel, roller coasters, fun houses & so much more will be at the 38th annual the Texas State Forest Festival!

Pirates of The Sky-Nerveless Nocks

THE PIRATES OF THE SKY show is a one of a kind family thrill show. Unique in the world, the pirates defy gravity 50 ft. in the air revolving head over heals on a giant aerial anchor. The Sky Pirates slide upside down hanging by their ankles on a high wire and so much more.

Extreme Raptor Show

Extreme Raptors is the World’s Largest travelling collection of raptors with stunning birds of prey from diverse habitats. The show includes Eagles, Hawks, Falcons and Owls from around the globe. An exciting, entertaining and educational 30-minute show with choreographed music and special effects performed by master falconer Jonathan Wood. Free-flight demos with a variety of birds. Meet & Greet Photo-op afterward with most birds on display up close and personal.

Ready, Set, Go!

The third annual Lumber-JACKED 5K & Fun Run, presented by Live Well Athletic Club, will kick off the festivities bright and early at 8 a.m. on Sept. 17th. Runners will travel around the scenic Ellen Trout Memorial Lake. The registration fee is $20 for ages 13 and up, and $15 for children 12 and under. The race map can be found here https://www.texasforestfestival.com/forms.

Download the Entry Form Below!
Deadline to register is September 6th.

Pineywoods Car Show

Pineywoods Car Show is back this year. Do you have the coolest car or truck around? Register and find out. Registration & Load In is 3 PM - 4:45 PM, Judging 5 PM - 8 PM, and Awards Presentation at 8:30 PM.

Presented by BOM.

Download the Entry Form Below!
Deadline to register is September 9th.

Big AXE BBQ Competition

The Big AXE BBQ Competition, presented by Ferrara’s Heating & Air Conditioning, will take place September 2022.

Download the Entry Form Below!
Deadline to register is September 9th.

Go, Fight, Win!

The East Texas Cheerleading & Pom Pon/Dance Championships, will be held September 18, 2022. at the 38th Annual Texas State Forest Festival.

Presented by Integra Insurance.

Download the Entry Form Below!
Deadline to register is September 2nd.

AXE Throwing

Who is ready to throw an AXE? Start putting your team together. Information to get signed up for the Championship coming soon.

Don't want to compete but want to give it a try? Well, this will be your chance. Fun for everyone. With dedicated lanes and experts to help, you won't want to miss this experience. Can you hit the bullseye?

Presented by McWilliams And Son Heating, Air Conditioning, & Plumbing.

Live Music

Who doesn't love live music. Amazing artist can be found on the Swingin' Axe Stage every night at the Texas State Forest Festival.

Wood Carvers

View art revved up by the Bear Hollow Wood Carvers. Watch them work chainsaw magic and create massive yet intricate wood art throughout the four-day festival!

Beer Garden

The Beer Garden is back! Take a sip of your favorite cold brew at the Texas State Forest Festival!

Volunteers Needed

Volunteers Needed! Our wonderful volunteers help us make the Texas State Forest Festival run smoothly for the community. Want to help? Sign up below.

Time to shop!

For all those who love shopping, the Vendor Market Day will be held throughout the day as attendees find the perfect gift for a loved one or their selves. Dozens of commercial vendors will be open to shop from with an array of items to select from. So, bring your wallets, East Texans, it’ll be a fabulous day for browsing and shopping!

Field Day

Lufkin Education Foundation presents the 2022 Corporate Challenge Field Day. Thursday, September 15 from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM. Egg Race, Tug of War, Sack Race, Hoola Race, 50 Yard Dash, and Hop Ball. Register on their website below.