Marfa, Texas is not just known for its mysterious lights and art-centric community, but is also emerging as a hub of lively events, as evidenced by the Marfa Lights Festival 2023. Slated from September 1-3, the event promises a potpourri of activities, music, drama, and community gatherings.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 1
| Time | What | Where |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 pm | Marfa Lights Festival opens to the public. | Presidio County Courthouse |
| 5:30 pm | Visit food, retail, entertainment, and nonprofit booths. | Marfa Lights Stage |
| 7:30 pm | David Branch presents a live set of Honky Tonk Happy Hour. | Marfa Lights Stage |
| 7:30 pm | The Marfa Municipal Alliance for Dead Country and Folk Singers perform. | Marfa Lights Stage |
| 9:30 pm | The Solis Brothers perform and close out the night. | Marfa Lights Stage |
SATURDAY, SEPT. 2
| Time | What | Where |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00 am | Marfa Lights Parade with former students of the Blackwell School leading as Grand Marshals. | Marfa Elementary School to Presidio County Courthouse |
| 11:30 am | Marfa Live Arts presents “My H.E.B.” by Raul Garza, a play. | Marfa Lights Stage |
| 12:30 pm | Puro Party Allstarz perform. | Marfa Lights Stage |
| 4:30 pm | Zona Mutante perform. | Marfa Lights Stage |
| 6:00 pm | Primo y Beebe perform. | Marfa Lights Stage |
| 8:00 pm | Los Pecadores perform. | Marfa Lights Stage |
| 10:00 pm | Ricardo Castillon y La Diferenzia perform and close out the night. | Marfa Lights Stage |
SUNDAY, SEPT. 3
| Time | What | Where |
|---|---|---|
| All Day | Last chance to visit vendors at the courthouse. | Presidio County Courthouse |
| 12:00 pm | Marfa High School Ballet Folklórico performance. | Marfa Lights Stage |
| 3:00 pm | Marfa Lights Festival concludes. See you next year! | Presidio County Courthouse |
The festival is a culmination of Marfa’s essence. Whether it’s the Honky Tonk vibes, the tribute by the Marfa Municipal Alliance for Dead Country and Folk Singers, or the traditional dance forms, the town is ready to celebrate in full swing. Make sure you don’t miss out on the parade, especially with the honor given to the former students of the Blackwell School.
Visit the Marfa Chamber of Commerce’s official page or contact marfachamberofcommerce@gmail.com for more details. Grab your hats, sunscreens, and dancing shoes, and come join in the festivities!
