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MARK YOUR CALENDARS for the 32nd Annual Lone Star Gourd Festival and Art Show
NEW VENUE: Hill Country Youth Event Center- Kerrville, TX
Dates: October 23-34-25
Welcome to Texas Gourd Society, a community of artists and art lovers. Our organization is committed to promoting the arts through exhibitions, workshops, and events. We believe that art has the power to inspire, educate, and connect people from all walks of life. Take a look around our site to learn more about our mission and upcoming events. We can't wait to see you at our next gathering!

The purpose of the Texas Gourd Society is to promote interest in and appreciation of gourds, both to our membership and to the general public. We will do this by sharing information through education, meetings, festivals and shows related to the culture, history, uses, crafting and artistry of gourds.

The Texas Gourd Society (TGS) is a 501(c)3 organization whose members meet to share their knowledge, skills, and creativity in producing works of art from gourds. The Society publishes a quarterly online newsletter, The Gourdzette, that provides information about gourd "patches" in your area, what we are doing, sources for gourds and see
The Texas Gourd Society (TGS) is a 501(c)3 organization whose members meet to share their knowledge, skills, and creativity in producing works of art from gourds. The Society publishes a quarterly online newsletter, The Gourdzette, that provides information about gourd "patches" in your area, what we are doing, sources for gourds and seeds, educational materials, workshops, seminars and many other things to support gourd artists and promote the arts in our communites.

Texas Gourd Society holds two gourd festivals each year.
The North Texas Gourd Festival in Granbury, TX
April 17-18-19, 2026
The Lone Star Gourd Festival, in Kerrville, TX
October 23-24-25, 2025.
See you there!

Since our founding, we have made a significant impact in our communities. We have provided opportunities for artists to exhibit their work, connected artists with each other, and brought the arts to underserved communities.
The TEXAS GOURD SOCIETY (TGS) is a non-profit 501(C)3 organization whose members meet to share their knowledge, skills and creativity in producing works of art from gourds. TGS is the KAPPA CHAPTER member of the national organization, the AMERICAN GOURD SOCIETY.
There are many ways to get involved with Texas Gourd Society, including joining or starting a "patch" in your area, volunteering, attending events, and becoming a member. Visit our "JOIN US" page to find out how.
Yes, Texas Gourd Society offers a variety of classes for all skill levels during both of our annual festivals. Visit our festival pages for more information.
Yes, Texas Gourd Society offers an American Gourd Society sanctioned gourd art and growers' competition for all skill levels during the Lone Star Gourd Festival. Visit the competition area under the Lone Star Festival page.