Dime Box Homecoming Festival

10/06/2026

There’s just something special about and once again, the community showed exactly what that means.

To everyone who came home; came to visit; brought family, friends, and neighbors; participated in the ; cheered on the ; was part of the ; enjoyed the festivities; supported our ; and, simply spent the day with us, THANK YOU for making the a day to remember.

To our generous , thank you for believing in this festival and investing in our community. Your support helps keep this longtime Dime Box tradition alive and makes so much of what we do possible.

And to everyone who gave their time, talents, helping hands and hometown hospitality, we couldn’t have done it without you.

For more than five decades, the Homecoming Festival has been more than just a festival. It’s about coming together, coming home, and celebrating the people and place that make Dime Box special.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being part of it! ~Your host, Dime Box Lions Club, and ~Festival Organizer & Producer,

💥SAVE THE DATE! 2027 Dime Box Homecoming Festival on Saturday, October 2.

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10/03/2026

🎶 ’Twas the Night Before the Festival and all down Bowers Street, there was plenty of stirring, and folks on their feet!

The BBQ teams are set up, their smokers fired up just right, and will now cook briskets low and slow through the night.

The kids were busy playing, while friends gathered ’round, and laughter and conversation could be heard all through downtown.

The stage is ready, the chairs set in rows, while Vendor tents are seen wherever you go.

The banners are hung, and the signs are placed, volunteers hurried around at a pretty good pace!

There’s excitement in the air, and tomorrow’s the day - a Parade, Mini-Marathon, BBQ Cookoff, Live Entertainment, Shopping, Food, Games, Contests, Raffle Drawing, Live Auction, and play!

So get a good night’s sleep and prepare for some fun, because tomorrow morning, Homecoming will have begun!

Old friends and new, there’s a whole day of waiting for you! ❤️

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09/29/2026

Here it is! This is the recording of KBTX Media’s interview with the ’s organizer, , conducted earlier today.

ICYMI… Rusty Surette, award-winning news anchor and executive producer for KBTX Media, will be the for the .

Join us on Saturday, October 3rd, from 9 am to 6 pm, in downtown !

The Dime Box Homecoming Festival returns Oct. 3 in Lee County with a parade, BBQ cookoff, live entertainment and more.

09/29/2026

🔥 LAST CALL FOR BBQ TEAMS!

Think your brisket has what it takes? Or do your friends just tell you that after a few cold drinks? 🍻😂

It’s time to put those BBQ bragging rights to the test at this Saturday’s BBQ Cookoff! 🔥🐓 🐂 🐖🔥

With only 2 spots remaining available, we’re making the LAST CALL for BBQ teams to join us, fire up your pit, bring your best brisket, chicken and pork ribs, and compete for some serious bragging rights! Plus, we’re known as the funnest BBQ Cookoff in this part of Texas.

To submit your Entry Form, go to https://dimeboxhomecoming.com/bbq-cookoff, print out the Form, then follow the submission instructions at the bottom of the Entry Form. You can also text a photocopy to 713-582-6280 (festival organizer). We won’t leave you hanging, you’ll get a confirmation once it has been received.

09/29/2026

This weekend’s 52nd annual homecoming festival is making the news! 🙌

The festival organizer, , was interviewed earlier today at the KBTX Media news station; the segment will air during today’s broadcast of kbtxnews3 which begins at 3 pm. If you miss it, check back here as we’ll share the recorded version.


Rusty Surette ☔️☀️

09/27/2026

⭐ 🙌A BIG HOMECOMING THANK YOU!

It takes a community to make the happen, and we are incredibly grateful for the businesses, organizations, families, and individuals who have stepped up to support this year’s festival. Your generosity helps us bring everyone together for a day filled with tradition, family, friends, fun, and hometown pride—and we truly couldn’t do it without YOU!

As we count down the final days to the 52nd Annual Dime Box Homecoming Festival on Saturday, October 3rd, please join us in giving a BIG Dime Box THANK-YOU to our 2026 Festival Sponsors and Supporters!

We appreciate your investment in our festival and, most importantly, in our community. 🩷

09/26/2026

Next Saturday, October 3rd beginning at 9 am, in downtown !

09/26/2026

One of the activities each year at the festival is back this year with a new name, updated judging criteria, and new awards…

The Mister & Miss Dime Box Homecoming Contest!

The contest will begin at 2 pm on the main stage and celebrates local area children ages 2 to 10 years old who embody pride, charm, and personality. Contestants are eligible for three different awards in each age division by gender.

Entries are being accepted now through the day of the festival by 1:45 pm. For more information or to submit an Entry Form for your child, visit: https://dimeboxhomecoming.com/lil-miss-%26-mister-pageant.

09/25/2026

Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of live music at the 2026 …

Kimberlyn Krause is returning to the stage!

A hometown favorite and beloved Texas musician and vocalist, Kimberlyn brings the kind of energy that gets everyone singing along, reminiscing, laughing, and enjoying the moment together.

Beginning at Noon, after the presentation of the Mini-Marathon Awards, Kimberlyn will fill the main stage with a crowd-pleasing mix of classic country, modern country, polka, gospel, and 80s/90s rock ballads.

Come out to the festival and bring your family, friends, and neighbors, for a full day of family-friendly festivities, and help us give Kimberlyn a warm Homecoming welcome! 🎵🎤 🩷

Free admission! ☺️ Festival hours: 9 am to 6 pm. All ages!

https://dimeboxhomecoming.com