The annual SOUTH TEXAS COWBOY GATHERING & WESTERN MUSIC FESTIVAL brings people together from areas of Texas and beyond to celebrate our Western heritage. Through a great mix of music and storytelling, visitors step back in time to learn about the "cowboy way of life". An outstanding line-up of multi-award winning performers will be featured including R. W. Hampton, Hot Club of Cowtown, Mike Blakely, Jill Jones, Pipp gillette, Jim Jones, Calvin Hampton, Tin Roof, Rocky King Band, along with other great performers. Our program kicks off Friday evening with a Campfire Happy Hour and chuckwagon hors d'oeuvres, an All Star Jam Session, followed by Open Pickin' & Grinnin'. On Saturday, your day will be filled with the finest music and storytelling you will find anywhere plus there will be fun children's activities. Top off your day at our Cowboy Steak Dinner & Concert featuring R. W. Hampton. Following the concert, you can tap your toes or two-step the night away at our Saturday Night Dance featuring Hot Club of Cowtown and the Rocky King Band. Our host hotel will be the historic downtown Park Plaza Hotel (830-584-4400). Reserve early and mention this event to receive a special room rate. Reservations for on-site RV camping can be made by calling (830) 660-3083. This is a rain or shine event For more information, call 830-491-8888 or 830-379-7652 or visit http://www.southtexascowboygathering.com