The 45th Annual Sherman Arts Fest took place on Saturday, September 19, marking the start of the local fall festival season. The event was hosted at Kidd-Key Park and the Sherman Municipal Building, drawing hundreds of attendees who shopped with vendors despite lingering summer heat. Inside the Municipal Ballroom, visitors could view the Sherman Art League's Art Show and Sale alongside the Youth Art Show.
Live entertainment was provided on two stages throughout the day.
In related local news, the Sam Rayburn Museum announced that a capital improvement project will begin on September 21, 2026. The planned work includes repairs to the foundation and drainage system, landscaping upgrades, and enhancements to the main and accessible entrances.
The museum will close on October 5, 2026, and remain shut for the duration of the exterior construction due to safety concerns regarding the accessible ramp.
Additional events are scheduled for late September in the region. The Sam Rayburn House State Historic Site will host Farming Heritage Day on September 26, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This free event features antique tractors, farm animals, local farmers, and games, with house tours available on the hour for a fee. A pop-up store will also be present onsite.
On September 24, 2026, the 2026 Stand for Her Luncheon will be held at the Hyatt Regency Dallas at 11:30 a.m. Tracee Ellis Ross, an actress and producer, is set to headline the event organized by New Friends New Life (NFNL). The organization described Ross as a leader whose storytelling skills help forge connections with audiences.
