The Sanderson Chamber of Commerce has announced the return of the annual Prickly Pear Pachanga, scheduled for April 4, 2026, in Sanderson, widely known as the “Cactus Capital of Texas.”
The longtime community event, established in 1998, will once again feature a full day of activities celebrating local culture, art, and regional traditions.
According to event organizers, the day will begin with the Ferguson Motors Art Festival from noon to 6 p.m., followed by a social hour from 6 to 7 p.m. An evening dinner and silent auction will start at 7 p.m.
Dinner tickets are priced at $50 and can be purchased at Ferguson Motor Co. in Sanderson. Organizers say proceeds from the event help support chamber initiatives and community programming.
The Prickly Pear Pachanga has become one of Sanderson’s signature annual gatherings, drawing visitors from across Terrell County and the broader Big Bend region. The festival highlights regional art, local businesses, and the cultural identity tied to the desert landscape and the iconic prickly pear cactus.
For additional information, organizers encourage residents and visitors to contact the Sanderson Chamber of Commerce at 432-386-7277.
The event continues a nearly three-decade tradition of community celebration in one of West Texas’ smallest but most historically significant towns.
