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April
Antique Alley & Yard Sale
Started in 1999, the semi-annual event held the 3rd weekend in April and September has grown to include dealers from across the state and country along a 25- mile stretch of FM 4 S. from Cleburne to Grandview. Over 500 dealers, food vendors, non-profit organizations and others participate in this event. Approximately 25,000 visitors attend each show and have visited from over 26 states, Canada, Alaska and England. www.myantiquealley.com
“Cowboys for Kids” PBR Bull Riding & Celebrity Team Roping
Celebrities and well- known rodeo stars from across Texas and beyond, with many others, participate in this annual fundraising event to benefit the Cleburne Children’s Advocacy Center. www.childadvocacycenter.jc.org
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May
 Cinco de Mayo
Celebrates the victory of the Mexican militia over the French Army at the Battle of Pueblo in 1862 with a day-long event at Hulen Park, that includes live entertainment, arts & crafts, dance contest, food and children’s activities, 817-645-2455.
Springfest
Downtown Cleburne celebrates springtime with an event featuring vendors, food, music and other activities for all ages. Booths will be spread throughout the downtown area and parking is free. Downtown Cleburne Association,817-641-4562.
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June
 Johnson County Sheriff’s Posse PRCA Rodeo & Parade
This annual event takes place during the 3rd weekend in June at the Sheriff’s Posse Rodeo Grounds and consists of varied activities including a parade through downtown Cleburne the week before the event, country western singers, nightly dances, calf roping, bull riding and the crowning of the new JCSP Rodeo Queen. www.sheriffsposse.com
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July
 4th of July Extravaganza
The event includes a patriotic parade in the downtown area, vendors, food, entertainment, and a fabulous evening fireworks display taking place at Lake Pat Cleburne, 817-645-2455.
Goatneck 100K Bike Race
Over 2,500 riders from across the country compete in this annual race presented by the Cleburne Jaycees. Racers can compete in the 10 mile, 27 mile, 41 mile or 100k legs of the race through some of the most beautiful hill country in Texas. The Goatneck was on the list of the 100 best rides in America in the November 2002 issue of Bicycling Magazine, www.thegoatneck.com
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September
Cleburne Ironhorse Sprint Triathlon
Annual event held the last Sunday in September featuring participants from throughout the region competing in a 300- meter swim, a 14.75- mile bike race and a 5km run. Contact: ironjack@ironheadrp.com
Antique Alley & Yard Sale
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November/December
 Whistle Stop Christmas
Annual event since 1996, celebrating Christmas time in Cleburne. Hulen Park is magically transformed into a winter wonderland with over 3 million Christmas lights. Annual lighted Christmas parade in downtown Cleburne the first Friday in December. Lights can be viewed every evening from the Monday before Thanksgiving until the end of December, 817-645-2455.
www.whistlestopchristmas.org
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