EVENTS
Marathon has some amazing events every year, including our Annual 4th of July Dance at the Post Park which dates back over 100 years. Come on out!
ANNUAL CHILI COOK OFF AND DANCE
DATE: July 5-6, 2020 (Saturday and Sunday)
LOCATION: Post Park (Fort Peña Colorado Park)
Saturday July 5th
Noon: BBQ for sale at noon
2 PM: Join us for judging the Cowboy Chili Cook Off at the Post Park
Sunday, July 6th
Noon: Join us to judge the Mustang Chili Cook-Off Post Park
Marathon hosts two annual chili cook offs over the 4th of July holiday. Both benefit local charities (including the Marathon Volunteer Fire Department).
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Cowboy Chili Cook Off
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Mustang Chili Cook Off
- CASI rules apply.
- Participation is open to anyone over 18 years of age.
- Entry fee is $25.00 for each cook, each day.
- Meat used for preparing the chili is limited to GROUND MEAT ONLY.
- Judging will be held at the Post Park.
For more information, contact Betty Ramirez by phone at 432-294-0608 (cell) or email bettytaylorramirez@yahoo.com.
VIVA BIG BEND MUSIC FESTIVAL 2019
DATE: July 24, 2020 (All day on the 26th in Marathon)
LOCATION: Marathon, Alpine, Marfa, and Fort Davis
The Big Bend's annual summer music festival features fun live music around Marathon, Alpine, Marfa, and Fort Davis. In Marathon, performances at the Gage Hotel and Eve's Garden
Visit the website for details and updates: www.VivaBigBend.com.
M2M - MARATHON 2 MARATHON
DATE: October 24, 2020 (Saturday)
LOCATION: Marathon, Texas
Join us for the 17th annual M2M Four races starting north on Highway 385 to one finish line in the heart of Marathon, Texas... and FOOD!! Pasta Dinner Friday night, BBQ lunch Saturday, Marathon Motel evening dance / dinner / dance / star party, and Sunday brunch.
Races include a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K. Early registration is open until September 30th. Prices go up starting October 1st. Information and registration at www.marathon2marathon.net.
FIESTA DE NOCHE BUENA
DATE: December 12, 2030 (Saturday), 5:00 - 8:00 PM
LOCATION: Along Main Street, Marathon, Texas
Experience true small town holiday spirit by joining us on Saturday, December 14, 2019 for Marathon’s annual Fiesta de Noche Buena. Main street merchants extend their hours for this charming outdoor street festival which kicks off the holiday season. Come and enjoy:
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Outdoor tree lighting
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Caroling
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Hay rides
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Food and drinks
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Live music by Mariachi Band.
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A visit from Santa
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Raffle fundraiser for the Marathon PTO
Local shops and galleries will be open. Please join in the celebration!
Valentine’s Fish Fry Fund Raiser
DATE: February 8, 2020 (Saturday) Starting at 6:00 PM
LOCATION: Marathon Community Center
COST: Entry by donation
Join us for a fun night of community and fried catfish!
Please join us on Saturday, February 9th at 6:00 PM for our Valentine's Day Fish Fry. We will be raising funds for our beloved Post Park (Pen~a Colorado)
Music by Justin Trevino
Live Auction of interesting West Texas items
unds go toward improvements at the Post (Pen~a Colorado) Park.
Please contact Ruben Ortega at 432-294-1096 for more information.
We look forward to seeing you there!